Celebrating the soul of local communities through food. We spotlight small restaurants that hold neighborhoods together and share powerful stories over unforgettable meals.
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Festus Feasts is where food, culture, and community come together. What started as a simple food review turned into something much bigger when Festus Ezeli saw the real impact of shining a spotlight on local restaurants—many of which were struggling to stay open after COVID. After one of his early posts led to a huge boost in followers and attention for a small restaurant, Festus felt called to keep going.
Now, through Festus Feasts, he highlights the best restaurants in the Bay Area and the mom-and-pop spots carrying the city on their backs—sharing their stories, celebrating their food, and connecting with the community in the process. As a former NBA champion and passionate foodie, Festus is on a mission to uncover the hidden gems that make his city special and bring people together, one bite at a time.
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2026-03-10T23:00:55Z
Visiting a Restaurant Bad Bunny Loves in the Bay Area
Stopped by Sol Food in Mill Valley and I finally understand why even Bad Bunny rolled up with his crew to this place — this food is ...
2026-03-08T20:00:27Z
Festus Ezeli Staying at a LUXURY Hotel in San Francisco | Westin St. Francis Union Square
Festus Ezeli Staying at a LUXURY Hotel in San Francisco | Westin St. Francis Union Square Join me at my stay at the Westin St.
2026-03-06T02:00:09Z
Two Former NBA Players Trying Turkish Food
Took Zaza Pachulia to Turkish breakfast at Healthyish and he was in absolute heaven. The excitement, the nostalgia, the joy ...
2026-03-04T16:00:30Z
This is the HEALTHIEST Dessert I’ve Ever Had
If you like wine and you like chocolates, then you have found the right place.
2026-03-03T03:45:05Z
March 2, 2026
Went up to Healdsburg to check out a dish at The Matheson built on the foundation of chocolate… and wow. Rich, layered ...
2026-03-02T17:00:38Z
Turkey Vlog: NBA Champ's Three Day Adventure in Turkey | Food, Culture & Surprises
Turkey Vlog: NBA Champ's Three Day Adventure in Turkey | Food, Culture & Surprises Spend 3 days with me in Istanbul, Turkey!
2026-02-27T18:29:01Z
Best Meal in Istanbul Turkey
Turkey really does have the best food.
2026-02-26T01:30:28Z
Brunch Staple in San Francisco
If you're in San Francisco and haven't been to Brenda's French Soul Food, you're missing out From the beignets to the shrimp ...
2026-02-22T20:00:29Z
This was the BEST All-Star Game I’ve Ever Been to
Quick correction from video… I said this was my favorite All-Star Game ever.. what I meant was this is the best one I've seen LIVE ...
2026-02-21T19:30:04Z
Someone Paid $1 Million to Eat at this Restaurant | Eating at Matheson Healdsburg
Someone Paid $1 Million to Eat at this Restaurant | Eating at Matheson Healdsburg The Matheson in Healdsburg is definitely a ...
2026-02-18T01:29:00Z
Christian McCaffrey and Zach Bryan Performing at the Super Bowl
christianmccaffrey and @zachlanebryan on stage together. Wow #SuperBowl weekend is so fun.
2026-02-14T19:30:05Z
Judging the Super Bowl LX Celebrity Cook Off with Williams Sonoma | Who Had the BEST Burger?!
I had the amazing honor of judging the Williams Sonoma Celebrity Cook Off during Super Bowl weekend! Eating 6 burgers was ...
2026-02-13T23:45:01Z
I’ve NEVER Had Portions This Big
Do I deserve a second date? The food at Arquet on the Embarcadero was so good I completely forgot how to act. No small bites.
2026-02-09T18:30:54Z
Almost Got Caught in Front of Thousands of People
She asked, 'How do we get our mouths around this?' and my brain almost betrayed me. Caught myself JUST in time.
2026-02-07T19:30:14Z
Behind the Scenes of Check, Please! Bay Area | Festus Ezeli
Ever wonder what the behind the scenes looks like on a local TV show? Well I'm taking you with me for my experience on Check, ...
2026-02-02T22:00:33Z
Finding the BEST Burger with Mayor Barbara Lee
Burgers in the heart of Oakland at @bardo_oakland ❤️ Grateful to share the table with @mayorbarbaralee —and yes, she's a ...
2026-02-02T18:30:05Z
I Took My Followers to an Intense Workout
Started Festus Feasts in 2025 just to start a community of ppl that love food… Now we're 60K deep To celebrate this milestone i ...
2026-01-31T19:30:03Z
Eating at Bardo with the Mayor Oakland | Is this the BEST Burger in Oakland?!
I am lucky enough to have been able to sit down with the wonderful Barbara Lee who is Oakland's Mayor. We discuss all things ...
2026-01-27T23:01:14Z
Texas BBQ in the Bay?!
Texas BBQ energy… but make it Berkeley Didn't expect to find this kind of smoke, bark, and flavor out here, but Heads ...
2026-01-27T19:30:12Z
Festus Ezeli Could Not Keep it Together on Air
Anyone else get laugh attacks like this.
2026-01-24T21:00:55Z
Eating at Heads and Tails BBQ | The Best BBQ in Berkeley
Took 10 of my Instagram follower to celebrate 70k on Insta to Heads and Tails BBQ in Oakland. STALK ME ON MY SOCIALS ...
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