Top 10 Los Angeles Rams Sports Bars

Where to watch the Los Angeles Rams near me: best bars to root for the Rams in Southern California, Las Vegas, Arizona, New York and other cities

An Ode to the Oakland Coliseum (or Thanks for the Memories)

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I hadn't been home to Oakland, California, in 15 years. To celebrate a milestone birthday, I decided give myself the trip of a lifetime - a 70 trip across the United States, which I was dubbing "70 Days Across America".

American Traders in China Exhibition Opens at Hong Kong Maritime Museum

Trade ties between the United States and China are strained at the moment, which makes an exhibition on the origins of Sino-American trade all the more timely and relevant.

Where to Root for the Raiders: Ricky’s Sports Theatre & Grill in San Leandro, California

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Ricky's Sports Theatre & Grill is located in the heart of Oakland Raiders territory. The legendary sports bar is nationally recognized as the second best sports bar in the United States. You are not a bona fide member of the Raider Nation until you have had a drink at Ricky's.

Restaurant Review: Luis Jr’s Mexican Food in Old Sacramento

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uan Jr's Mexican Food is one of at least two Mexican restaurants in Old Sacramento. Established in 1965, it is considered by many foodies to be one of the best - if not THE best - Mexican restaurants in the California capital.

Restaurant Review: Mikuni Sushi Bar in Concord, California, Serves Yummy Japanese Fare

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Mikuni Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar is a stylish eatery in the heart the Veranda shopping mall in Concord, California. It serves mouth-watering sushi and other Japanese dishes in stylish surroundings with professional service.

Sacramento Restaurant Serves Burgers with Ethically Raised Cattle – Any Impact on the Flavour?

Lucca Restaurant & Bar in Sacramento, California, serves a Mediterranean-inspired menu. It is particularly noted for its beef, which is harvested from a family run ranch, where the cattle is ethically raised. Will this have an impact on the flavour? There is both indoor and outdoor seating.

Hotel Review: Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Cal Expo

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Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Cal Expo is a three-star hotel located near Cal Expo,  site of the California State Fair and hundreds of other activities throughout the year. Located in a quiet part of town, the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service

Restaurant Review: Posada Southwestern Cuisine in Livermore, California

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Posada Restaurant in Livermore, California, serves innovative Southwestern cuisine with bold flavours and contemporary touches. The menu runs from tapas to mains to desserts. Open for lunch and dinner, the eatery has indoor and outdoor seating.

A Cyclist’s Guide to the Napa Valley Vine Trail

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The Napa Valley Wine Trail is network of walking and bicycling trails running from Vallejo in the south to Calistoga in the north. The well-paved trails afford excellent views of vineyards and the surrounding hills. There are rest stops, drinking fountains, and signage with historic information.