Eternally Grateful

by Debbi Di Maggio

From our family to yours we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.

In this issue we share a few professional recommendations and restaurants we love. If you have a need or resource or referral just ask, The DiMaggio Betta Group is happy to connect you with one of our preferred providers, recommend a restaurant, service or anything you may need. –Enjoy The Season.

What I like about David is his true concern for his clients as humans and sits with them in difficult times. David is in my BNI group and I listen to him speak weekly. I highly recommend David. About David: David Grodin was born in Oakland and is a graduate of San Leandro High School. David received his bachelor’s degree in Accounting in 1991 and then his Masters Degree in Finance in 1998 from California State University East Bay. After getting his MBA, David worked 11 years in corporate finance before stepping into the family business in 2007, Grodin Financial and Insurance Services, and working on the personal finances of individuals and small businesses. David has owned several small businesses in the past. That experience gives him an unbeatable combination of real-world experience and the more disciplined learning of a Masters program.

A Vacation Home’s Full Kitchen Rehabilitation and More. When the owners purchased this 5-acre property, they inherited a two bedroom, one-bath structure that had been ignored for many years. Their plan was to improve it in anticipation of eventually using it for themselves, friends, and family – and as a source of income via short-term rentals. The Cultured Palate figured out a way to create an additional bathroom ensuring each bedroom had its own ensuite. The original layout of the kitchen was very small with an underutilized and unneeded pantry. This space became the primary bathroom while still allowing plenty of space to expand the kitchen. We enlarged the opening to the original kitchen and added a large kitchen island in what was once the dining area. We removed a dividing wall which created a great room fully open to the kitchen island area.

Included in this remodel:

Gutted the dilapidated kitchen, opening the walls to widen the kitchen area
Placed a kitchen island just outside the former kitchen for additional prep space
Removed a dividing wall to join the kitchen island area with living area creating a great room
Replaced all the flooring throughout to lighten and brighten the home • Added new appliances, cabinets, lighting and seating at the island
Replaced the entry door with Milgard sliding doors, as well as great room windows
Rebuilt the deck, designed a covering and added a fan to keep things cool and shaded Kitchen Renovation with Walls Removed

We Recommend The Pastas. Watch them roll out the fresh pasta on the first level in the glassed enclosed pasta laboratorio. FunkeLa.com Funke by Evan Funke is a place where the generational histories and culinary traditions of Italy can live in full illustration. Exploring the regions less traveled and seeking out the rare, obscure pasta shapes and the women who have mastered them. The pasta laboratorio at Funke by Evan Funke is a conduit between the pasta maker and guest.

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We Recommend the LOBSTER ROLL. The RH Restaurant features an ingredient-driven menu that reflects the region’s relaxed refinement, accompanied by a curated selection of artisanal wines and craft beers. Guests dine in the indoor/outdoor space amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.

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A family favorite and a great place to bring visitors.

We Recommend the MANDILLI silk handkerchief pasta authentic genovese pesto. Bistro Don Giovanni There is no better way to enjoy Napa Valley than outside in the fresh country air. BDG gardens and vineyards surrounded with fragrant aromas and beautiful vistas. Their lyrical Commedia dell’arte fountain is the centerpiece of their Italian parco and features the characters of a traditional 16th century Italian improvisational theater as they swing from poles and stilts, splashing playfully, sparking conversation and levity. Giovanni — he welcomes you as family. The charming co-founder of Bistro Don Giovanni is the consummate host whose gracious personality enhances the Italian country atmosphere of the Bistro and who’s Mamma Concetta inspired the Neapolitan heart of the menu. And we love the food!

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Modern Italian in An Elegant Setting.

We Recommend the Braised Short Rib + SPAGHETTI Tomato + Basil. The philosophy of Scarpetta’s kitchen is to create bold flavors by amplifying the essence of seasonal ingredients. Our signature pastas are made in- house daily and paired with the highest quality, locally-sourced ingredients. Scarpetta’s famous Spaghetti Tomato & Basil is nothing short of classic simplicity in both the taste and the preparation.

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We have lenders and mortgage brokers available to share what’s happening with interest rates and can discuss their unique loan programs. Ask about the 2 1 Buy Down or others. Reach out so we can guide you. Considering a 1031 Exchange, we’ve got you covered there too.

Eternally Grateful to our clients, friends and family, today and everyday.

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We look forward to helping you with all of your real estate needs.

DiMaggio Betta Group • Neighborhoods • October 4, 2022

Fall Is In The Air

by Debbi Di Maggio

Fall News + A Few Favorites

With fall on the horizon, the holidays are not far behind which means more gatherings and a need for more helping hands. Last month we shared our favorite pet and house sitter to offer assistance to those traveling. This month we share a few recommendations to help out with those upcoming holiday parties and events. We are always happy to share our recommendations and resources. Just let us know what you are seeking.

little girl beneath a tree, apples lay on the ground, it looks like fall

Clients, friends and colleagues, we look forward to connecting soon.

All our best,
Debbi, Adam & Chase

Realtors for the Generations

Exedra, Piedmont, Blue Vase Architectural Monument

DBG | Piedmont Listing Update

SOLD! 349 Moraga Avenue – Unique, Piedmont Opportunity. 2++1B with hardwood floors, a large bonus room, situated on an expansive lot. Note: This room has been virtually staged. www.349Moraga.com

OPEN SUNDAY! 141 Wildwood Gardens, Piedmont. Elegant, high-tech, level-in, beautifully appointed contemporary located in one of Piedmont’s most desirable neighborhoods. Offered at $3,495,000 www.141WildwoodGardens.com

SOLD! 35 Craig Avenue, Piedmont. Located one block to the center of town and Piedmont’s Top Rated Schools K-12, the Piedmont Park and Mulberry’s Market. Stop by and see us this weekend! Offered at $2,995,000 www.35Craig.com

For Lease Hiller Highlands, 4 Clipper Hill, Oakland

and Coming Soon, 2 Unique and Spectacular Homes, both situated on double lots

Berkeley: 688 Alvarado Road boasts panoramic San Francisco Bay Views while 5708 Glenbrook in Oakland located in the prestigious Claremont Pines neighborhood is an elegant and grand Mediterranean. More Soon!

On to a few of our favorite resources and recommendations – let them know we sent you!

Market Hall Caterers

We recently used Market Hall Catering Service on College Avenue for a small gathering we hosted to welcome our new neighbor to Hiller Highlands. Our guest of honor as well as our guests were very pleased. As the hosts, we were very happy; Market Hall Caterers offer a variety of choices and made the entire process seamless. You can either pick up or have your trays delivered, and the food was fresh and delicious. (510) 250-6001

cheese board

Summer Kitchen + bake shop

Summer Kitchen on College Avenue has gone to great lengths to source the best ingredients by partnering with local organic farms, growers and producers to serve their clientele a menu focused on sustainability and health. Order or Stop In For Lunch. I went for lunch 3 days in a row one week. It’s that good! (510) 981-0538

white cupcakes with pink frosting

The Delicious Dish

Each and every client is unique. The Delicious Dish tailors meals to meet your needs, lifestyle and healthy priorities. After the client completes a brief survey, we will create a month’s worth of sample menus for your review. TheDeliciousDish.Net Contact Amy Fanning

squash soup

The American Cancer Society – Strides Against Breast Cancer

The American Cancer Society started Making Strides Against Breast Cancer to unite communities, companies, and individuals with a collective goal to end breast cancer as we know it. The 2022 Making Strides of the Bay Area will take place Sunday, October 16 at the iconic Crissy Field. Please join us! Donate or Join the Fun

A Few Kind Words

”ABOVE & BEYOND WITH DEBBI, ADAM AND THEIR WONDERFUL TEAM!”

If you’re looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and professional expert to help with the sale or purchase of your home, look no further than Debbi DiMaggio Betta and her team at Corcoran. Debbi had our place sold before it even hit the market! She has an extensive network of assistants to help in all areas of pre-sale preparation, her advice is sound, and she always answers questions and calls promptly, knowledgeably and professionally. Debbi works tirelessly to find resolution to any problem that may arise during the process, and she works diligently to ensure that your transaction ends in a win-win situation for all….from getting bids for any repairs, to disclosure of pertinent information, thru signing of all legal contract and escrow documents ….she ensures a positive and pleasant experience for a transaction that can at times be somewhat frustrating! There is no question in my mind that Debbi DiMaggio Betta and her team should be your real estate agent of choice! – Piedmont Seller. Check out a few more testimonials and reviews on our website. Thank you for stopping by.

Let us know if you need a recommendation, or have one to share, simply reach out.

Happy Fall! the DiMaggio + Betta Group

Connect with The DiMaggio Betta Group, A Partner of Corcoran Icon Properties

We look forward to helping you with all of your real estate needs.