Mugunghwa expands into Oakland, and cheese-flavored ice cream comes to Berkeley

Kien Svay Cafe has launched in East Oakland, serving popular Cambodian street food items such as lort cha and papaya salad. Melt Me, a new ice cream shop in Berkeley, pushes the boundaries of traditional flavors with unique offerings like cheddar cheese and walnut praline. Located at 1918 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, Melt Me also features familiar favorites like vanilla. Furthermore, Mugunghwa has expanded from its original El Cerrito location to Oakland, occupying the former Hancook space on Telegraph Avenue.

This establishment specializes in Korean cuisine, including bibimbap bowls and Korean fried chicken. The influx of new restaurants highlights the evolving culinary landscape in the East Bay. These openings not only provide diverse food options but also contribute to the local economy by attracting food enthusiasts. As these eateries settle in, they are expected to become integral parts of their respective communities.