Larger Than Life – Oakland, CA Hot Spots
Nathan & Co. on Piedmont
Red Carpet Greeting at NATHAN&CO
NATHAN&CO, this quaint boutique on Piedmont Avenue was recently celebrating their five year birthday party and, drawn by the red carpet, oaktownman stumbled in for some complimentary cupcakes and bubbly.
The shop is at once elegant, glamorous, creative, kitschy, crafty, and fun. There is something for every one here, at all price points and all intelligence levels. Their motto is “design that makes you smile.”
The mood was festive as over the years this store has become somewhat of a hot spot for gift purchasing.
Looking down from the upstairs "Chef's Loft".
Aprons, barware, cookware, and tableware in the "Chef's Loft"
How cool: guitar-shaped cheese graters & spatulas
Nathan & Co.
4025 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland
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