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IN THE NOVEMBER ISSUE OF
DIABLO
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Diablo Food Awards
Top chefs, great deals, happening scenes, and the best service-here are the winners of this year's Food Awards picked by our food experts and Diablo readers.

The French Laundry's New Chapter
Can renowned chef Thomas Keller make his famous Wine Country restaurant even better?

Whiskey 101
Knock back our primer on this burgeoning spirit-and discover where to drink it-with help from East Bay bars, distillers, and restaurants.

Love in the Kitchen
Meet three couples running successful neighborhood restaurants and keeping the romance alive.

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We have a new contest for you this month! Keep reading below for your chance to win tickets to see country music legend Carlene Carter. A lucky Diablo reader will receive two tickets to see the show for free.Good luck, and have a great week!

Diablo's A-List is Your V.I.P. Ticket to East Bay Living.

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HELLER JEWELERS ANNIVERSARY SALE
November 12-14.

Heller Jewelers in San Ramon is celebrating 19 years of knowledgeable and caring service! In appreciation, we invite you to join us Thursday, November 12, through Saturday, November 14 for our One & Only Anniversary Sale and receive 20% off all in-stock inventory (except Rolex). Call (925) 904-0200 or click here to learn more about our special events.
FREE MOVIE: THE GODFATHER
Greatest "family" movie screens November 12 in Orinda.

Movie lovers are in for a huge treat on November 12, when Orinda Theatre Square, Diablo magazine, and Lamorinda Theatres host a free screening of Francis Ford Coppola's mafia masterpiece, The Godfather, at the historic Orinda Theatre. The screening is free-click here for more info about this must-see movie.
A COOL WAY TO SKATE INTO THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Walnut Creek on Ice.

Walnut Creek on Ice kicks off its 11th season through January 18! Today veterans will enjoy a special 50% discount; $15 for two skaters. The Children's Winter Festival on November 14 is free to the first 250 guests from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission is $5 all day featuring skating performances, giveaways and more! Click here for more details.
EMPIRE REALTY TO BUILD HABITAT PLAYHOUSE
November 14.

This Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., agents from Empire Realty will build an adorable playhouse, providing a child in need a place to call their own. They will put down their cell phones and pick up hammers to assemble and decorate the playhouse. Empire teamed up with the Habitat East Bay/Silicon Valley Playhouse Program who have built an astounding 1,081 playhouses with help from sponsors. Click here to learn more. 
MORRISON'S JEWELERS TRUNK SHOW
November 14.

Join Morrison's Jewelers and the Children's Health Guild on Saturday, November 14 from 12 to 5 p.m. for an exclusive holiday trunk show featuring exquisite baubles, bubbles and bites. Morrison's will donate 10% of proceeds to Children's Health Guild, which benefits UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and George Mark Children's House. Morrison's Jewelers is located at 35 Moraga Way in Orinda.
BIRITE CELEBRATES 50 YEARS!
Become a customer.

Since 1966, BiRite Foodservice Distributors has been delivering unsurpassed service, quality, and value to local bay area restaurants, hotels, caterers, and schools. As a third-generation, family-owned business, BiRite recognizes that every member of the BiRite team is like family, dedicated to the same values held by its founder, Victor Barulich, 50 years ago. Click here to learn more and become a customer.
PURCELL MURRAY
Form and function in full bloom.

MGS's 100% stainless steel faucets combine the best of Italian design and Swiss engineering to provide an unparalleled pedigree of passion and performance, all the while making a statement of sustainability through 100% stainless steel construction. And, Purcell Murray is proud to bring them to you through an unrivaled network of dealers throughout California. Click here for more information, visit the Bay Area showroom in Brisbane, or call (800) 892-4040. 
MEET THE CHEESE EXPERT AT DUBLIN WHOLE FOODS
Cheese expertise at Dublin's Whole Foods.

David Fleury brings cheese expertise to Dublin's Whole Foods as one of about 400 Certified Cheese Professionals nationwide. Click here to read more about how he helps customers create perfect holiday cheese platters.
WARM THEIR SOLES AND YOURS, TOO
Holiday shoe drive.

California Closets is proud to partner with Dress for Success® for #GivingShoesDay. We are extending this annual day of giving to provide you with a greater opportunity to give back throughout the holidays. Save up to 10% on your new California Closets system by donating new or nearly new women's professional shoes. Visit our showroom today to arrange your complimentary design consultation, or click here to visit us online.
PENGUINS!
California Academy of Sciences.

Meet our African penguin colony and get your questions answered by one of our Academy biologists at the California Academy of Science's Penguin Feeding. It may be the waddling. Or their sophisticated tuxedoes. Or perhaps it's the fact that they are highly social and form long-term bonds. Whatever the reason, penguins have a knack for capturing our hearts. Click here for ticket information.
HERE'S A SPECIAL OFFER FROM CRUNCH!
Sign up now for your free five-day pass and one free personal training session at Crunch.

Crunch can help you make the grade with a schedule chockfull of boutique-style classes that will keep you sweating all season long. Stop by Crunch to check out some of our hottest classes with this (five-day guest pass and one free personal training session). Click here to learn more.
IRONHORSE HOME
Save 20% for the holidays.

At Ironhorse Home we'll show you how to choose and save 20% off the perfect home theatre furniture. Just in time for the holidays, take 20% off selected top quality home theatre furniture. Let us show you that perfect piece of quality furniture that will be the entertainment hub of the house this holiday season. Our home theatre furniture fully integrates technology with a complementing style. Click here or visit the store for more details.  Sale ends December 31, 2015.
THE REVEAL BEGINS AT BROADWAY PLAZA
November 20.

Broadway Plaza starts the reveal to its amazing transformation with the opening of new stores, a renovated Macy's and additional parking...just in time for the holiday season!  Join us on Friday, November 20 for two celebratory events - The Reveal Begins and Miracle On Broadway Plaza Street.  Both events will feature live entertainment and tasty treats, and the evening event will feature the return of Santa! Click here to learn more.
GOURMET EAST BAY
November 21.

Twenty of the top restaurants throughout the East Bay will be featured at this year's Gourmet East Bay event. There will also be premier tastings, as well as wineries and breweries from Napa and the East Bay offering great pours amidst an exciting atmosphere and fantastic live music. Join us on November 21 at Broadway Plaza for a night of food, drinks, and fun! Click here to buy tickets. Sponsors include: BiRite Foodservice Distributors, Open Table, YELP and ABC7. 
FIVE NORCAL FOOD TOURS
Candy, beer, chocolate, pasta, and more beer.

Click here to read about these five foodie tours that give you an inside look at how your favorite products are made.
INSTAGRAM SNAP OF THE WEEK
This orange coconut latte from Coffee Shop has us craving a cozy coffee break! Thanks for sharing your East Bay snap, thesnobbyfoodieDon't forget to tag your Instagram photos with #eastbay and #diablomag to be considered for our blog!
THREADS OF HOPE
December 3

Each year, Diablo magazine honors the work of nonprofit volunteers throughout the East Bay. The Threads of Hope Awards ceremony recognizes outstanding individuals who selflessly give their time to help others, and in doing so, strengthen the fabric of our community. Join us on December 3 to celebrate the hard working volunteers of the East Bay and congratulate them on their accomplishments. Click here to RSVP.
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH CHEF THOMAS KELLER
One of the most talented chefs of his generation.

Chef Thomas Keller talks about what's next for his world-famous restaurant in Wine Country. Click here for the full scoop.
THANKSforGIVING SPECIAL SUBSCRIPTION OFFER
Subscribe and 20% is donated to charity.

Subscribe to Diablo magazine and 20% of your subscription rate will be donated to the charity of your choice. For just $20, you can give subscriptions to your family and friends, and give to your favorite cause. Subscribe and use promo code: DONATE20. 
CELEBRITY IMPERSONATORS IN WALNUT CREEK
Barbara Streisand and ABBA tributes hit the Lesher Center.

Legendary pop performers Barbra Streisand and ABBA get the tribute treatment November 14 and 15 at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Click here for the inside scoop.
SIDE DISH: THE PROSCUITTO SANDWICH AT THE COFFEE SHOP IN WALNUT CREEK
No iceberg in sight.

At less than $10 with no chunks of iceberg lettuce in sight, the proscuitto sandwich at The Coffee Shop is not to be missed. Click here to read more.
WIN TICKETS TO SEE CARLENE CARTER
Country legend plays in Livermore on December 4.

Our friends at the Bankhead Theater have been booking an amazing string of concerts lately. On December 4, they have country music legend Carlene Carter coming-and a lucky Diablo reader will receive two tickets to see the show for free. Click here to enter for a chance to win.
DISH: ORGANIC FAST FOOD HITS PLEASANTON
Our weekly food report.

Cream cups spotted in Concord; new eats in Dublin; pour a cup of tea in Livermore and more. Click here for the full report.

THIS EAST BAY WINE IS GROWN IN...CEMETERIES?
Cemeteries find new life form from an unexpected source: vineyards.

Almost 300 years ago, Christian missionaries planted wine grapes in California. Today over 16 acres of vineyards are flourishing and also planted inside cemeteries. Click here to learn more.
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