upcoming events
ALEX DENG GUEST CHEF POP UP
XOCANTONESE Owner and Chef Alex Deng is a first-generation Chinese/Cantonese
American who grew up in the vibrant and diverse state of
California. Moving to New York a decade ago, Alex continued to
blend his Cantonese heritage with his American upbringing,
creating a unique perspective that he now shares with you.
With a background in Food Science and fifteen years of experience
in the food industry, Alex brings a unique and deep understanding
of flavors and traditions. His passion for connecting with people
and making them smile drives everything he does. He uses skills
and experiences to connect with others and spread joy through the
universal language of food.
https://xocantonese.com/
52 REMEDIES POP UP
San Diego’s finest are heading North! Dominique and Sierra from 52 Remedies are taking over with a deep dive into Tequila. Come through for agave-forward creations that blend San Diego sun with Oakland soul. 🌵
KEI LUN MARTIAL ARTS LION DANCE
Catch a special performance by Kei Lun Martial Arts! The drums start at 4:30pm sharp. Don’t miss the luck and the spectacle.
THUNDERBOLT POP-UP
🧧 THE RED ENVELOPE SERIES: GUEST SHIFT 🧧
Oakland x LA Connect
This Wednesday, Feb 11th, we’re leveling up our Red Envelope Lunar New Year celebration. We are thrilled to welcome Tom Liu from the legendary Thunderbolt (LA)—currently ranked among the best bars in North America—for a one-night-only guest shift!
Tom is bringing that signature Los Angeles flair to the Town, shaking up exclusive cocktails that blend Thunderbolt’s technical precision with our festive Red Envelope flavors.
📍 THE DETAILS
* When: Wednesday, February 11th
* Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Get here early!)
* Where: Viridian, Oakland
* Vibe: Lunar New Year specials, neon lights, and high-voltage hospitality.
🍹 WHY YOU CAN’T MISS IT
If you know Thunderbolt, you know their cocktail game is secondary to none. Tom will be behind the stick serving up limited-edition libations specifically curated for this pop-up. Pair them with our Red Envelope food specials (hello, Char Siu Pork Ribs!) for the ultimate mid-week celebration.
NO RESERVATIONS. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.
Come throughand let’s toast to the Year of the Horse with some of the best in the biz. 🐎✨