3 Best Wall Ovens of 2026, Tested in Our Labs in Pleasanton

3 Best Wall Ovens of 2026, Tested in Our Labs

Consumer Reports reveals the best wall ovens from its extensive testing, including models from Café, GE, and LG.

The 8 best Dutch ovens for healthy one-pot meals

We tested 10 Dutch ovens to find the best for healthy one-pot meals, soups, stews, braises, bread, and more. See our top ...

IKEA Just Created Gorgeous New Colors for Its Dutch Ovens (Just $35!)

But before you drop hundreds on a piece from one of those bestselling brands, check out a brand-new selection of Dutch ovens ...

The 6 Best Dutch Ovens, Based On Hours Of Roasting, Braising And Baking

After rigorous tests, here are the best Dutch ovens that proved absolute workhorses for roasts, breads and soups.

Toaster and Toaster Oven Buying Guide

The basic function of toasters and toaster ovens may be the same, but when you move beyond browning bread, there are lots of differences. If you’re usually just looking to crisp up a bagel, frozen ...

Pizza Chefs Are Ditching Wood-Fired Ovens for Electric — Here’s Why

For ambitious pizza restaurant operators, a wood-fired oven used to be the gold standard. Aspiring pizzaiolos turned to the high-heat bake for the slightly charred edges and pillowy texture to lure in ...

The Best Outdoor Pizza Ovens That Deliver Delicious Homemade Pies

Just like tending to the grill and gathering around a fire pit are inherently enjoyable, enjoying a fresh, piping-hot pizza is similarly rewarding, and it’s just a bit more special when it’s homemade.

The Difference Between How Toaster Ovens And Microwaves Heat Food

Ever wondered how microwaves and toaster ovens heat your food? They both use different kinds of heating methods to do so -- here's what to know.

At least 18 Pleasanton businesses hit in smash-and-grab burglary spree

At least 18 businesses in Pleasanton were burglarized early Thursday morning in a smash-and-grab spree that primarily targeted restaurants, according to police.

Election 2026: Pleasanton voters to decide mayor, council races

Meanwhile, Kathy Narum, a former Pleasanton councilmember and Zone 7 Water Board trustee will face Vin Kruttiventi in the race to replace District 1 Councilmember Jeff Nibert, who decided to retire ...

Safeway-anchored retail hub in Pleasanton lands buyer for $70 million-plus

Oct. 6—PLEASANTON — A shopping center in Pleasanton was bought for $79.1 million, a price millions less than its most recently assessed value, documents filed on Oct. 1 with the Alameda County ...

Photos: Christesen’s Western Wear in downtown Pleasanton to close after 92 years

Christesen’s Western Wear will permanently close its doors on Sept. 26 after nearly a century in downtown Pleasanton. After 92 years, the western wear and tack shop, along with its iconic horse statue ...

Pleasanton Safeway Shopping Center Sells for $79.1 Million, Below Assessed Value

A busy Safeway-anchored shopping center near Interstate 680 in Pleasanton has changed hands for $79.1 million, landing well ...

Pleasanton police investigate deadly shooting, possible explosives at suspect's home

Pleasanton police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened Friday night. One man is dead and another is in custody. Police said that during the investigation they found possible improvised ...

Pleasanton considering public safety cuts due to budget issues

On Tuesday night, leaders of one Tri-Valley city will be tackling similar budget issues to Oakland and San Francisco. Pleasanton is seeing increasing costs and not enough revenue to keep pace. In ...