Wine Tasting Room | Sees | Curry Up Now: New East Bay Businesses

Are you looking for a unique place to take holiday guests for happy hour, dinner or shopping? Have you been wondering about the new stores opening or closing in your neighborhood?

Our Sprouts & Shutters column highlights recent restaurant, retail and other business news in the East Bay.

See's Candies Store To Open In Livermore

• The sweets purveyor, with California roots, will open with a flourish of giveaways and free chocolates.

Arroyo Cellars Tasting Room Open In Livermore

• The tasting room is around the corner from Altamont Beer Works and Wood Family Vineyard.

Four New Shops Open At City Center Bishop Ranch

• Joe & The Juice, Modern Acupuncture, Paper Source and Pottery Barn Kids are the latest additions to the outdoor lifestyle center.

Dublin Businesswoman Opens Code Ninjas In San Ramon

• Amy Sajnani, 29, is bringing her computer experience to San Ramon by opening a Code Ninjas learning center.

Indian Street Food Coming To San Ramon: Curry Up Now

• The eatery is slated to open in San Ramon's City Center Bishop Ranch early next year.

SAJJ Mediterranean Restaurant Celebrates San Ramon Grand Opening

• SAJJ’s fully customizable menu offers traditional Mediterranean dishes made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, the company said.

Amakara Announces Reopening After Temporary Shutdown In Dublin

• The Japanese restaurant temporarily closed last month but is now welcoming hungry patrons back.

Outdoor Retailer Marmot To Open At Livermore Outlets

• The apparel and equipment retailer — which targets mountaineers, outdoor enthusiasts and extreme alpinists — will officially open Saturday.

Athleta Opens First US Outlet In Livermore

• The store opened Tuesday at San Francisco Premium Outlets.

Joann Fabrics And Crafts Reopens In Dublin

• The store celebrated its grand opening by giving away gift cards to the first 100 customers in line.

Shapes Fitness For Women Celebrates Grand Opening In Dublin

• Gym amenities include a kids zone, personal training, and an infrared sauna. The gym also offers "Beer Yoga" on select Friday nights.

Chez Panisse Veteran Opens Oakland Restaurant

• Get ready for Cal-Italian fare that will change with the seasons.

85°C Bakery Opens In San Leandro

• The newest place in San Leandro to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Wrecking Ball Coffee Opens In Berkeley

• This is the first expansion for the San Francisco coffee roaster.

Champagne And Dessert: Diamond Store Opening In Walnut Creek

• The grand opening weekend also includes complimentary manicures, a beverage cart with hot drinks, and you can try on a 7.78 carat ring!

Peek Inside Newly Remodeled Jack's Restaurant In Pleasant Hill

• The eatery recently reopened after makeover, adding new menu items, including fried chicken & waffles and Greek-inspired breakfast burrito.

Closures:

2 Pleasanton Hotel Restaurants Close, Proud Owner Offers Praise

• The Clubhouse and Lily's Spirited Dining closed less than a year after opening at the historic Main Street location.

Barneys Store In Livermore Closing As Part Of Bankruptcy

• A liquidation sale began last week.