Welcome to the Newto News for March of 2024. My name is Zack Cockfield, and my team and I created Newtomedia as a way for visitors or new residents to get information about a city. Each month we bring together resources that will update you on the history, amenities, culture, future opportunities and all other things inside a city that make it unique. We also hope to be a resource for connecting you with people and businesses that can help you live a better life. If you find our efforts useful, please click on the links to get more information!
For more information, Go to newtomedia.com
Oakland, California was founded in 1852 by the Contra Costa Land Company as a central shipping point for the San Francisco Bay Area. Originally named “Contra Costa,” the city quickly grew in population and importance due to its proximity to San Francisco and its deep water port. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Oakland became a hub for industry, attracting businesses such as canneries, shipyards, and manufacturing plants. During World War II, Oakland played a crucial role in the war effort as a major port for the shipment of military supplies. After the war, the city experienced a population boom as people moved to the area in search of job opportunities. Oakland became a center for the civil rights movement in the 1960s, with notable activists such as the Black Panther Party calling the city home. Today, Oakland is a culturally diverse city known for its vibrant arts scene, historic architecture, and thriving culinary scene. It continues to be a major transportation hub and a key player in the technology industry, with companies such as Pandora and Kaiser Permanente headquartered in the city.
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Education
- Retail
- Hospitality
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Government
- Transportation
The top 10 recreational activities the area is known for:
- Hiking
- Biking
- Fishing
- Camping
- Golfing
- Skiing
- Boating
- Wine tasting
- Sightseeing
- Rafting
Average low and high temperature for the month:
Low: 50°F, High: 75°F
Average precipitation for the month:
2 inches
Elevation:
5000 feet
Average home price:
$350,000
Average household income:
$70,000
The top 10 tourist points of interest:
- National Park
- Historic Downtown
- Botanical Garden
- Museum
- Winery
- Waterfall
- Scenic Overlook
- Amusement Park
- Zoo
- Theater
The top 10 restaurants:
Parche
Uptown
Opened in early 2023, Parche is a contemporary Colombian restaurant showcasing the various flavors and cooking techniques of Colombia. The family-style menu offers ceviches, empanadas, arepas, yucca fritters, and vegetables. The cocktail menu features a Spanish style of gin & tonic, and the restaurant’s decor reflects Colombian heritage, creating a lively and vibrant atmosphere.
ACRE Kitchen & Bar
Rockridge
ACRE is a new Mediterranean restaurant located in the former space of the legendary Oliveto. The restaurant offers an “all-day, European-style” cafe serving pizzas and classic-inspired cocktails downstairs, while the main dining room upstairs features more elevated dishes including steak tartare and whole-grilled branzino.
Horn Barbeque
West Oakland
Horn Barbeque is known for its authentic, Texas-style barbecue, including standout menu items like brisket, hot links, smoked turkey breast, and cheesy potato casserole. The restaurant has quickly gained popularity for its delicious barbeque favorites.
Pomella
Temescal
Tacos Oscar, which started as a food truck, now has a permanent location in the Temescal neighborhood, offering a completely outdoor venue with a menu of tacos and tostadas that change weekly, featuring both meaty and vegan options. Zachary’s Chicago Pizza, an East Bay staple since 1983, is known for its Chicago-style deep dish, thin-crust, and half-baked pizzas.
FOB Kitchen
Temescal
FOB Kitchen serves delicious Filipino food in a vibrant and colorful setting, offering dishes like lumpia, pork adobo, and a variety of vibrant side dishes. Kingston 11, located in Uptown, serves classic Jamaican fare in an inviting space and is known for its environmentally friendly and community-focused approach.
Commis
Uptown
Oakland’s only Michelin-starred restaurant, Commis, offers an innovative eight-course tasting menu for a sophisticated dining experience. Agave Uptown, a bright Mexican food and mescal destination, serves classic Oaxacan dishes and offers tasty flights of tequila and mezcal.
alaMar
Uptown
alaMar is a seafood-centric, modern restaurant in Uptown Oakland, offering seafood boils, Dominican rice bowls, Cajun oyster shooters, and more. Teni East Kitchen in Temescal is a one-of-a-kind Asian fusion spot with influences from Myanmar, Burmese, Southeast Asia, India, and Ethiopia, serving dishes like roti with curry, kale tea leaf salad, and coconut shrimp curry.
Current Events:
No current events
