Charles Chocolates begins its annual summer movie series this Friday, June 12 with a screening of 2001 anime charmer Spirited Away and some better-than-multiplex snacks. Sushi by Ichi (full menu here) and Charles' black sesame caramel corn will be available for purchase.Each screening promises different food offerings tailored to the theme of the movie. Upcoming films in the series include God of Cookery (June 26; candied ginger caramel corn), Soul Food (July 10; soul food truck an
Pixar​One of the most endearing aspects of Pixar's incredibly charming digital 3D flick UP is how Oakland ice cream institution Fenton's Creamery (4226 Piedmont at Entrada, Oakland) is one of the chief draws back to land for the balloon-flying main characters, a place of great sentimental importance. Stop by the shop next Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 5-8 p.m. to celebrate the Blu-Ray and DVD releases of the film. Pixar animators will demonstrate how they drew the characters, with contests to win the