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Savor the season at Chianti’s Ristorante AMY SCHRADER
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rom get-togethers with friends Chianti’s Ristorante owners and father-son team, Shayan Rahimi and Al Mancini, welcome customers to their restaurant. Chianti’s offers a variety of menu items year round, and all their dishes are made-to-order.
to family gatherings and company parties, many East
County residents are ringing in the holidays at local restaurants. Chianti’s of Brentwood, which was voted Gold by the Best of Brentwood for three years, makes holiday dining a memorable experience with their delicious Northern Italian cuisine and exceptional service. “We love having large groups and families for the holidays,” said Shayan Rahimi, Chianti’s co-owner, along with his father, Al Mancini, who has more than 30 years of experience dishing out their treasured family recipes. “We do everything to make sure our service and food are outstanding.” Not just in the business of making ON THE COVER: The staff at Chianti’s invites customers to enjoy a memorable holiday dinner or special celebration at the popular Italian-cuisine restaurant. From back row: Alex Vega, Jesus Suarez and Mike Zwerling. Front row: Fatherson co-owners, Shayan Rahimi and Al Mancini. Pictured far right: Santa. Photo by Tony Kukulich
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reservations, Rahimi and Mancini work with large groups to collaborate together and create a fixed menu. “This gives our guests the flexibility to choose what they like and to control cost and timing,” said Rahimi. “It also gives us the ability to give the best service possible.” One of the best attributes that sets Chianti’s aside from other restaurants is that every dish is made-to-order, and all of their ingredients are fresh.
If you order chicken alfredo, your chicken is sautéed with spices, then cream and parmesan are added and cooked down until they are ready to add the fettuccine. The same goes for every dish on their menu. “This is why we are able to cater to customers who have dietary restrictions or preferences like low-salt or gluten-free options,” said Rahimi. Chianti’s offers classic dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, ossobuco and
fresh seafood dishes, including blackberry salmon and smoked salmon risotto. Rahimi recommends their chicken gorgonzola or prawns and scallops for the perfect holiday meal. “What makes the chicken gorgonzola so good is that the flavors blend together to make a rich and creamy gorgonzola sauce,” said Rahimi. “We add apple slices for a bit see Chianti’s page 10B
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Dec. 8 Ice Skating Classes
Three-time figure skating world championship competitor Laura Carreon will teach ice-skating classes and private lessons at Brentwood on Ice, located in downtown Brentwood, from Dec. 2 to 30. The five-week sessions are designed to engage skaters as they explore the world of skating. For more information, call 925-325-5325 or email laura@bighitstudios.com.
Dec. 9 Lighted Boat Parade
Dec. 10 Interfaith Christmas Choral Festival
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host its seventh annual Interfaith Christmas Choral Festival and Creche Exhibit, at 7 p.m., at 2350 Jeffery Way. Come and watch the Brentwood Community Chorus and others perform. Admission is free. For more information, contact Annette Beckstrand at miss. scarlet@comcast.net or 925-437-4963.
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The Discovery Bay Yacht Club will hold its annual Lighted Boat Parade. Participating boats will be divided into three categories, and each category will have a first-, second- and third-place award. For more information, visit www.dbyc.com.
Breakfast with Santa
The Heritage Performing Arts Boosters will hold its 11th annual Breakfast with Santa, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., in the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. There will be performances by the Heritage jazz bands and varsity drum line along with small music combos. Pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice, coffee and hot chocolate will also be served. For more information or tickets, call 925354-1111 or email hhsband7@gmail.com.
Knightsen Holiday Boutique
The Town of Knightsen will hold a holiday boutique at Old River Elementary School, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors will sell everything from Lularoe and Thirty-One to 4-H projects. For more information, call Leslie McKinney at 925-200-5858.
Come take Fido or Fluffy’s picture with old St. Nick at Pet Food Express, 5829 Lone Tree Way, in Antioch, on Dec. 10 and 17. One digital photo costs $10 and two cost $15. Homeless Animals Response Program (HARP) receives 100 percent of the proceeds. For more information, call 925-431-8546.
Dec. 12 Pack for the Troops
Sponsored by the community and organized by Brentwood Auto Parts with Operation Creekside, this year’s fifth annual Holiday Pack for the Troops will take place at Veterans Hall, 757 First St., at 6 p.m. Volunteers of all ages are needed to pack donations for deployed troops. Military K-9 units will also receive packages. For more information, call Linda, Beth or Melissa at 925634-3952 or email naparick@sbcglobal.net.
Menorah Workshop
Chabad of the Delta invites the community to its Menorah Workshop at The Home Depot, 5631 Lone Tree Way, at 4 p.m. Participants will build their own menorahs. The workshop also includes
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Dec. 15 Choir Collaboration
The Brentwood Community Chorus will be collaborating with the Celebration Ringers Handbell Choir, at the St. Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Church, at 7:30 p.m. There will be a free reception afterward. For more information, contact Annette Beckstrand at miss.scarlet@ comcast.net or 925-437-4963.
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The Christmas season wouldn’t be complete without an evening at “The Nutcracker” ballet. And this year, The Ballet Company of East County is celebrating its 13th anniversary presentation of this Christmas classic that is sure to delight your entire family! Performances will be held at the beautiful El Campanil Theatre in Antioch, from Dec. 15 to 17. For showtime information or to purchase tickets, visit www. goo.gl/KfSqwp.
Dec. 16 Willow Lake Boat Parade
Deck the docks with boughs of holly for the Willow Lake Boat Parade, at 5:30 p.m., with boats meeting at Drakes and Shell courts. For more information, contact Cameron Cross at crosscameron@yahoo.com or 925-980-8376.
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The third annual Wreaths Across America wreathlaying ceremony will be held at Brentwood
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Dec. 17 Grand Chanukah Menorah Lighting
Join the community in a Chanukah menorah lighting, at 5:30 p.m., at 150 City Park Way, in Brentwood. The free family-friendly event is hosted by Chabad of the Delta and includes entertainment, doughnuts and latkes. For more information, visit www.jewishdelta.com.
Dec. 29 Holiday Show
The Delta Gallery will hold a holiday show now through Dec. 29, at 2485 Sand Creek Road, Suite 128. Original fine arts and crafts will be on display. You can also find jewelry, cards, gifts and classes. For more information, call 925-516-5935.
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Bling for every holiday budget AMY SCHRADER
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inding the perfect holiday gift for those you love can be a daunting task.
If you’re looking for something that has sentimental value and can last a lifetime, jewelry is a great option. According to local jewelry experts, you don’t have to break the bank when purchasing bling for the holidays. “You don’t have to spend a lot of money to find something beautiful,” said Dorothy Pickard, owner of D & D Jewelers, in Antioch. “When you take the time to pick out something you think your wife, husband or family member will love, it becomes a gift they will always treasure.” Brentwood’s Crème dela Gem Jewelry owner, Donna Ross, agrees. “Jewelry makes a perfect gift for Christmas, because it’s personal and intimate,” said Ross. “Jewelry always makes people smile and creates a memory.” Both Pickard and Ross have holiday bling options for every budget. For women, Crème dela Gem Jewelry makes one-of-a-kind jewelry with rare gemstones. “Whether it’s a birthstone piece or a favorite color, our gemstones bring out
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For women, Crème dela Gem Jewelry makes one-of-a-kind jewelry with unique gemstones and offers something for every budget this holiday season. passion and excitement,” said Ross. According to Ross, a 16-carat morganite and diamond pendant is offered for under $1,000. Blue sapphires, rubies and emeralds can be purchased for under $500. For those looking to splurge, Ross recommends Crème dela Gem’s 2.7-carat,
fancy yellow diamond ring. D & D Jewelers in Antioch recommends necklaces and bracelets for women. “Necklaces are so meaningful, because you wear them everyday close to your heart,” said Pickard. Pickard offers a unique and stunning
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selection of necklaces with birthstones, ranging anywhere from $100 up to thousands of dollars. Another unique women’s gift is a bracelet with an engraved message. “Our bracelets have been very popular this year,” said Pickard. “Those wanting to save money can choose silver, and those with bigger budgets can go with white gold.” Women aren’t the only ones with jewelry on their holiday wish lists. “Titanium jewelry is a big hit with men of all ages,” said Ross. “We have stylish bracelets under $100 and modern wedding bands under $200.” D & D Jewelry also carries bracelets for men, including stainless steel bracelets, from $50 to $300, some of which are decorated with diamonds and gemstones. Pickard also carries a selection of money clips and men’s rings. Regardless of what you choose, there are options for every budget when it comes to holiday bling. Crème dela Gem Jewelry is located at 626 First St., in Brentwood, and now offers financing. For more information, call 925-516-6200 or visit www. cremedelagem.com. D & D Jewelry is located at 1806 Verne Roberts Circle, in Antioch. For more information, call 925-706-8842. To comment, visit www.thepress.net
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Skate, slide into the season at The Big Chill AMY SCHRADER
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t isn’t always easy to get into the holiday spirit when there isn’t any snow.
One way to experience holiday cheer is to head to The Big Chill in Brentwood, where an icy winter wonderland awaits. Brentwood’s newest holiday attraction at The Streets of Brentwood features a 10,000-square-foot ice rink, a polar plunge ice slide, a 3,200-squarefoot ice lodge, light and sound shows, food trucks on the weekends, live music on select nights and more family fun. “The Big Chill is the perfect place for families to come together and celebrate the holidays,” said Laura Montalvo, co-owner of Polar Sports and The Big Chill in Brentwood, along with her fiancé Paul Bates. According to Montalvo, The Big Chill was modeled after the ice rink at Northstar in Lake Tahoe. “Even the furniture we have in and around the Ice Lodge is the same,” she said. The venue celebrated their grand opening Dec. 2 with live music, food trucks, holiday treats, gourmet popcorn and hot chocolate.
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Riders enjoy the Polar Slide and Big Chill ice rink at The Streets of Brentwood on Sunday, Dec. 3.
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We love having large groups and families for the holidays. We do everything to make sure our service and food are outstanding.
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– Shayan Rahimi, co-owner, Chianti’s
made just for you.” Chianti’s is open Christmas Eve, from noon to 9 p.m., Christmas Day from noon to 8 p.m. Dec. 30 and 31, from noon to 10 p.m. They are closed on New Year’s Day. The restaurant is located at 3101 Balfour Road, in Brentwood. For more information, visit www. chiantis2.com or call 925-516-1500. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.
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thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal this season, individuals and families also should devote some attention to keeping the holidays safe. Just because it’s Chanukah, Christmas or New Year’s doesn’t mean safety and security should not remain a top priority. The following guidelines can help families enjoy a healthy, safe and secure season. ♦♦ Exercise caution when decorating. Decorations can be beautiful, but they also can be hazardous if not used properly. Overloading outlets is commonplace during the holiday season, which can lead to home fires. Exercise caution around candles and other open flames. Pets may become tangled in wires or knock
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decorating can pose potential choking hazards to little ones. ♦♦ Be a smart host or hostess. Alcoholic beverages and holiday revelry sometimes go hand in hand. Responsible party hosts know when a guest has had too much and will arrange safe transportation home. Since kids imitate adults, many may drink the beverages they see adults drinking. Alcohol poisoning is a real risk for children, so pay attention to youngsters no matter how young they may be. ♦♦ Protect the home. Deter home burglars when traveling for the holidays by having neighbors keep a watchful eye on your house. Use motion-sensor lights, keep up the appearance that someone is home by having mail collected, and do not advertise any travel plans on social media. Invest in a home security system if need be. Ensure a happier holiday season by making safety and health a priority. – Courtesy Metro Creative
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