After Sofrito closed a few years ago, Puerto Rican food has not been readily available in Oakland. So, I paid attention when I noticed GrubStreet’s post about Cocina Criolla’s pop-up dinner. Ian Hernandez, a cook at Dopo, will take over on Sunday when the restaurant is closed. He’ll prepare a four course menu featuring Puerto Rican specialties: Ensalada de Pulpo (Octopus Salad), Alcapurrias y Sorullos (Beef & Corn Fritters), Lomillo Encebollado Con Mofongo (Skirt Steak) and Flan del Barrilito (Rum Custard). Email lacomidacriolla@gmail.comto make reservations for one of the two seatings (5 and 8pm). UPDATE: This event has been postponed until a later date. I’ll keep you posted.
4293 Piedmont Ave, Oakland
510-239-3497
Sun, 5/6
$45
After a 4 month hiatus, Bites Off Broadway is starting the new season with a rotating selection of local food trucks every Friday in front of the Studio One Center. Tina Tamale, Doc’s of the Bay, Nick’s Breakfast Truck, Conklin’s Catering, Go Streatery, Breads of India are up first. Don’t forget a lawn chair and cash.
345 45th St, Oakland
Fri, 5/11, 5:30pm
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