Oakland kicked off a series of events on Wednesday night, designed to attract people to the city. It's called 'Oakland Style.' It highlighted the best of what the city has to offer in cuisine, culture, and art. There was a new event this year. Organizers added a mixologist competition.
Oakland kicked off a series of events on Wednesday night, designed to attract people to the city.It's called " Oakland Style."It highlighted the best of what the city has to offer in cuisine, culture, and art.There was a new event this year.Organizers added a mixologist competition.It's a contest to determine who makes the best cocktail, but the mixologists participating said there's a sense of camaraderie, community, and commitment as everyone worked to show off Oakland .
Many mixologists work and live in Oakland."So many folks are trying to do well by their community that really, really care. A lot of passion and intention here. I think it makes Oakland very special," said Nick Fittipaldi, a mixologist at Parche Restaurant.Oakland Style will feature fashion, music, art and culture that reflect the city's diversity.
A portion of the proceeds from many events benefit nonprofits such as the Oakland Museum."Tourism is prime right now, and the Bay Area is getting ready to welcome everybody here to show what a beautiful destination we are," said Peter Gamez, CEO and President of Visit Oakland which puts on Oakland Stye. One couple from Richmond said Oakland really needs this type of event, especially after the departure of the A's, the Raiders, and the Warriors.
"Love the culture, I love the mixture of people," said Kelley Easter-Grant.Oakland Style will have events every day this week through Sunday.They will take place in different parts of the city.Some are free and some are not.For more information. go to www.OaklandStyle.com. Amber lee is a reporter with ktvu. Email amber at [email protected] or text/leave message at 510-599-3922.
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