A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
A student-operated publication at Santa Rosa Junior College.

The Oak Leaf
Kebab Koobideh takes center stage at Berenjak. Persian restaurants aren’t very common in the world due to the amount of time and energy that most Persian dishes take to cook, and the expensive spices like saffron that most dishes require. Fesenjan (pomegranate chicken) and Gormeh Sabzi (lamb, herb, and saffron stew), two classic Iranian stews each take several hours to cook and prepare.

A Taste of Comfort: Berenjak in Soho, London

Nauder Maghsoodnia, London Reporter
December 8, 2024
Jellied eels is served alongside toast and salted vinegar in London and across the U.K.

Review: The Top 3 Worst Foods in UK

Corrina Elias-Berg, London Reporter
November 12, 2024
A Senegalese farmers’ market purveyor molds balls of batter and dips them into a bubbling tub of oil to form delicious pumpkin caribbean fritters. These accras reflect the high quality of food found throughout the local French market.

A Gluttonous Weekend in France

Joe Tourk, London Reporter
October 30, 2024
AIFS students bike along a path in Amsterdam, September 20, 2024

Seeing God on a Bike in Amsterdam

Sabina Barrolaza, London Reporter
October 30, 2024
Firecracker popcorn chicken is topped with spices and accompanied by sweet and sour sauce from Rasa Sayang on Sept. 22, 2024.

Review: Rasa Sayang

Kayla Matsuura, London Reporter
October 17, 2024
Kelly's Sandwiches, open since 2019, is a close, affordable option for students at Santa Rosa Junior College.

Review: Why eat greasy fast food when unpretentious and delicious is just across the street?

Amy Moore
April 20, 2024
Fogbelt Station has a nice variety of beers on tap with wines and ciders also available.

Review: Fogbelt Station in Healdsburg

Sean Shanks, Reporter
April 11, 2024
Chicken, bread, pickles and fries in a takeout container.

Review: Dave’s Hot Chicken

Garrett Ashton, Reporter
October 19, 2021
A dish from the Mexican restaurant Mi Ranchito.

Review: Mi Ranchito

Blair McTaggart, Reporter
May 19, 2021
Two white takeout containers holding crispy fried eggs rolls and cheese puffs, served with two small plastic cups of sweet and sour sauce.

Review: Qimura Sushi & Ramen

Hannah Cunha, Reporter
May 13, 2021
An entree and a side will run you upwards of $20, but these dishes are incredibly filling.

Review: Tip’s Roadside Cafe

Aryk Copley, Reporter
May 4, 2021
A breakfast burrito at Cafe Frida

Review: Café Frida Gallery

Maritza Camacho, Editor
April 30, 2021
A picture of plant-based burgers wrapped in green and white paper; pictured with a side of french fries, tater tots and pineapple coleslaw.

Review: Imposter Burger

Tucker Lang, Editor
April 29, 2021
A picture of a black and white platter with servings of sushi from Paradise Sushi & Grill.

Review: Paradise Sushi & Grill

Sophia Serrano, Reporter
April 29, 2021
A pulled pork sandwich with a side of spicy coleslaw and a pickle.

Review: Wing Man

Liam Vinueza, Editor
April 27, 2021
Vegan chicken sandwich from the Cozy Plum

Review: Cozy Plum Bistro

Malcolm Bess, Reporter
April 27, 2021
A plate of green papaya salad topped with peanuts and cherry tomatoes.

Review: Khom Loi

Fay Rasmuson, Reporter
April 22, 2021
A photo of a Gyro Lebni from King Falafel.

Review: King Falafel

Michael Combs, Editor
April 20, 2021
An image of some food from Aloh-O Poke.

Review: Aloh-O Poke & Tea

Jennifer Sawhney, Writer
April 20, 2021
An assortment of sushi from Jojo Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Review: Jojo Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Alex Fuller and James Domizio
April 19, 2021
A serving of Greek Salad made from bell peppers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta, and cucumber from Zaina's Bellini Cafe.

Review: Zaina’s Bellini Cafe

Emma Molloy, Editor
April 19, 2021
A plate filled with entree options from Cumin Restaurant including naan, chicken choila and aloo saag.

Review: Cumin Restaurant

Sophia Ginsberg, Reporter
April 16, 2021
Above shot of an assortment of the dishes from Grossman's Noshery & Bar.

Review: Grossman’s Noshery & Bar

Emily Hewitt, Reporter
April 16, 2021
A picture of avocado toast from The Bagel Mill in Petaluma.

Review: The Bagel Mill

Audrey Fry, Reporter
April 12, 2021
Review: Vitality Bowl

Review: Vitality Bowl

Peyton Krzyzek, Staff Writer
November 27, 2020
From savory to sweet, City Garden Doughnuts has you covered.

City Garden Doughnuts: Gourmet treats

Priscilla Navas, Staff Writer
November 24, 2020
Review: El Patio

Review: El Patio

Mike Combs, Staff Writer
June 13, 2020
El Tarasco's chicken tostada with soft tortilla, shredded chicken and the works.

Review: El Tarasco

Azelia Mazur, Special to The Oak Leaf
June 2, 2020
Spice up you lunch or dinner by checking out Kabuki in downtown Petaluma.

Review: Kabuki

Rebecca Bell, Staff Writer
June 2, 2020
The basic Cafe mimosa breakfast has juicy bacon strips, rosemary house potatoes plus half a plate of hearty eggs.

Review: Cafe Mimosa

Maritza Camacho, Special to The Oak Leaf
June 2, 2020
Local favorite comfort food joint Piner Cafe comes highly recommended for an affordable Sunday brunch.

Review: Piner’s Cafe

Oliviah Shine, Special to The Oak Leaf
June 2, 2020
Paradise sushi's samuri roll, golden California roll, yummy roll and calamari roll.

Review: Paradise Sushi

Nick Vides, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
Pupuseria Salvedoreñas' in Santa Rosa serves corn and chicken tamales, pictured here wrapped in plastic.

Review: Pupuseria Salvedoreñas

Arthur Gonzalez-Martin, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
Art's Place offers signature Italian pastas and polentas, such as spaghetti with meatballs and baked polenta.

Review: Art’s Place

Kayla Beaton, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 14, 2020
Mary's Pizza Shack is still taking orders over the phone and online for minimal contact pickup. Bay Area favorites like the creamy pesto tortellini and the mozzarella garlic bread can still be a part of your quarantine.

Review: Mary’s Pizza Shack

Alex Fuller, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
Two fish tacos from Chunky's Taqueria in Petaluma.

Review: Chunky’s Taqueria

Rebecca Bell, Staff Writer
May 13, 2020
Taqueria Molcajete's tacos de carne asada.

Review: Taqueria Molcajetes

May 13, 2020
Amy's Spicy Cheese Pizza, Classic Burrito, The Amy Burger, Mac 'n' Cheese, Chili Cheese Fries, Chocolate Shake, Lemonade, Cinnamon Roll and a Waffle from Amy's Drive-Thru in Rohnert Park.

Review: Amy’s Drive-Thru

Willow Ornellas, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 13, 2020
Tropical Bowl from Vitality Bowls in Santa Rosa, on Mendocino Avenue near the SRJC campus.

Review: Vitality Bowls Superfood Café

Maritza Camacho, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 13, 2020
El Roy’s Mexican Grill provides many affordable options including their gordita, priced at $5 and piled high on fried masa with beans, onions, cilantro, your choice of meat, cheese and another piece of crispy masa on top.

Review: El Roy’s Mexican Grill

Albert Gregory, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 12, 2020
Camarones A la Diabla with rice and beans (tortillas not pictured). Pricey but spicy, and well worth the cost in this reviewer's opinion.

Review: Taqueria Santa Rosa

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
May 12, 2020
Superburger's Cheese Superburger makes for a dependable, if messy, feed.

Review: Super Burger

Mark Fernquest, Magazine Editor
May 12, 2020
The most delicious Chicago dogs in the North Bay.

Review: Roy’s Chicago Dogs at The Yard

Stephen Howe, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
Review: Raku Ramen

Review: Raku Ramen

Edgar Soria Garcia, Magazine Editor
May 12, 2020
The pumpkin curry soup from Lemongrass Thai in Petaluma.

Review: Lemongrass Thai Cuisine

Rebecca Bell, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
Chana masala, brown basmati rice and naan bread topped with cilantro chutney - reheated the next day for a perfect vegan lunch.

Review: Kafal Restaurant

Sarah Montano, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
In addition to their efficient and hygienic pandemic protocol, Basque Boulangerie combines affordability with delectability.

Review: Basque Boulangerie Cafe

James Domizio, Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2020
Review: Acme Burger

Review: Acme Burger

Kayla Beaton, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
A Salmon handroll and teriyaki cheesesteak. Ultimate in feel good food.

Review: Koala’s Fine Foods

Mike Combs, Staff Writer
May 12, 2020
Review: Thai House

Review: Thai House

Peyton Krzyzek, Special to The Oak Leaf
May 12, 2020