How Dr. Harris Meyer Brought His  Passion Across the Bay After more than two decades caring for patients in San Francisco, Dr. Harris Meyer decided it was time for a change. The city had been good to him, but the pull toward something calmer — something closer to home — grew stronger. So he crossed the bridge, settled in the East Bay, and opened a new chiropractic practice surrounded by sunshine, friendly faces, and a slower pace of life. “I love our new location and the spac

Voted best in this category year after year, Shish Grill continues to satisfy East Bay taste buds with its authentic Lebanese, Greek, Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. Chef Nancy adds a side of passion, dedication, and love for her grandmother’s food with every meal. She is most proud when her customers return from Lebanon and the Mediterranean region and say they missed her Gyros, Shawarma, Dolmas, Tabouli, Falafel, Maklouba, Backlava and Hummus. “Nothing makes us happier,”

The Story of Mathers Tree Service What inspired you to start your business? Mitch and his dad, Rich, started Mathers Tree Service in 2012, although at that time Rich had been climbing trees for over 30 years. He worked for various companies in the Bay Area and was somewhat of a tree climbing legend. Mitch graduated from college as the 2008 recession was in full swing and thus Mathers Tree Service was born. I joined them full time in 2016 as Mitch and I were getting ready to s