During such a difficult time, it can be hard to stay inspired when it comes to the things we love. More importantly, we can be so distracted with our own lives that we sometimes forget that our local businesses are suffering, too. Here are some ways how to support Bay Area businesses and restaurants during this time of COVID while also enjoying time with our loved ones, too.

By the date of this post being published, the Bay Area has opened only a handful of its restaurants for outdoor dining. But most of your favorite places are still offering curbside and delivery. Here’s a list of resources we curated where you can find what local restaurants and eateries are currently open for business.

Our series of Local Love Gift Boxes provides a perfect gift opportunity that highlights the some of the Bay Area’s best small businesses that are found on our food tours.  Along a variety of shelf-stable food items, all boxes include free domestic shipping, a $15 gift certificate good toward any of our tours, and a handwritten message of your personal greeting. With multiple theme options, there’s a perfect box for everyone in your life.

For more details and to order, go to https://www.localfoodadventures.com/locallovegiftbox/. 

Although dinner parties may be on hold, that doesn’t mean you can’t surprise your best friend every once in a while with a nice bottle of wine. Captain Vineyards , the first and only green winery in Contra Costa County, is offering 20% off all locally grown & made wines for the duration of Shelter in Place, with free delivery in the Lamorinda area.

ChefsFeed , a San Francisco-based start-up is offering livestream classes taught by famous chefs from across the country, including Top Chef Season 15’s Joe Sasto and former San Francisco mixologist Nora Furst. The site allows interested participants to filter dozens of classes by geographical location and cuisine type and find the ones that most interest them. Proceeds from all classes go to the host and their staff.

Taught by Oakland native and “Top Chef” contestant Tu David Phu, these two-hour virtual classes are fun to do by yourself or with your family! Classes are $20 where 50% of the proceeds go to support charities that empower and assist communities of color. 

Based in San Jose, Bay Area Italian Events is start-up is hosting virtual “Cook Like an Italian” classes taught by experts from across the Bay Area. For those who are of age, “Drink Like an Italian” is a series of virtual cocktail-making classes that’s fun to do alone or with friends.

Gift Certificates
Most small businesses and restaurants are selling gift certificates as a way to generate income during the restriction of operations. Check their website or give them a call. You can also buy a Local Food Adventures gift certificate of any value of your choosing to use on any tour once we’re up and running again.

Together, we will get through this. On behalf of all small business owners, thank you for your support!

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