So Sylvie

Read Marcel's review of the Neutral Milk Hotel show at the Fox Theater in Oakland, April 10, 2014

 

 

 

Interior shots of The Fox…

 

 

A couple of favorite spots for coffee and tasty food near the Fox Theater …

 

For the finest cup of coffee, served with attention to the smallest detail, head across the street to Duende at 468 19th Street. Housed in the tile-clad Oakland Floral Depot Building – a stunning example of Art Deco architecture – it's a peaceful getaway right in the heart of the hub-bub. Lots of beautiful artisan touches, salvaged materials and large-scale art work. If you have time to spend you can have a satisfying Basque inspired dinner here – "Creative Soulful Food".

 

A large scale assemblage at Duende

 

 

 

 

 

If you want the most flavorful burrito ever, go to Xolo, also in the Oakland Floral Building, at 1916 Telegraph Avenue. The taqueria is named after "the hairless dogs that Frida Kahlo used to keep."  They also serve a vegan pozole and on Fridays and Saturdays Birria (goat, not so easy to find). The interior is dressed in traditional bold colors with sweet vintage touches and a wall devoted to Luche Libre (wrestling) posters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The secluded back patio:

 

It's always fun to go to a show with Marcel. There were other bands in the audience who recognized him and came over to say "Hi" and shake his hand. So sweet. Now that the concert season is upon us, look for him at a live venue near you 🙂