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Nestled at the base of the Oakland Hills, sleepy Rockridge is a sunny, leafy subset just 20 minutes and a world away from the city. This wealthy residential Oakland neighborhood is full of pretty streets lined with homes, bungalows and some impressive gardens. Along the main drag, College Avenue, you\u2019ll find plenty of shopping and tasty eateries.<\/p>\n

Here, five things to do in Rockridge, Oakland.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Pegasus\"

2.<\/strong> Indulge at Body Time<\/strong><\/a>. This bright, airy 41-year-old store sells all things good for you\u2014and your planet. Pick up some essential oils, a natural candle, some sumptuously thick body cream, or all three (we won\u2019t judge). (5521 College Avenue, bodytime.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

3.<\/strong> Fill up at Crepevine<\/strong><\/a>. This laid-back small chain (with a few outposts in San Francisco) has a mondo-menu of fresh, yummy fare, from super-stocked salads to savory crepes and giant sandwiches. It\u2019s large and friendly to groups and families, with a breezy patio, and there\u2019s nothing you can order off their big, colorful blackboard that won\u2019t be tasty. (5600 College Avenue, crepevine.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

\"Market

5.<\/strong> Stock up for dinner at Market Hall<\/a><\/strong>.<\/a> Foodies, welcome home. This gorgeous European-style market is feast for the senses. (5655 College Avenue, rockridgemarkethall.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Directions<\/strong>
\nTake the BART<\/a> to Rockridge.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Photos: Angela N<\/a>, Pegasus, Market Hall <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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