Ask 10 women how to spend the perfect afternoon and eight will mention a shopping trip. So Great Escape would be remiss if it didn’t point our local moms in the direction of one of the East Bay’s most beloved shopping areas, Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek.
Not only does this outdoor mall boast beautiful fountains and flora, it also is home to 95 specialty shops and restaurants. Anchored by Nordstrom on one end and Macy’s on the other, it boasts brands such as 7 For All Mankind, Arden B, BCBG Max Azria, Betsey Johnson, Burberry, True Religion and Kate Spade. There is a virtual wonderland of makeup and perfumes at Sephora, as well as chic housewares at Crate & Barrel and Sur la Table.
Maybe this special will speak to you:
Find out what's happening in Beniciafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
— Free “make-under” at Bare Escentuals: For those who still haven't tried its award-winning foundation, which it calls “fanfreakintastic,” there is an open invitation to visit the Bare Escentuals boutique and receive a free make-under. Free deluxe samples of the foundation are being given out while supplies last. Call and book your make-under at 925-949-1004.
When you are done with your retail therapy fix, drop in at one of the plaza’s many restaurants or shops, from Yogurt Park and Starbucks to P.F. Chang’s China Bistro and California Pizza Kitchen.
Find out what's happening in Beniciafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Broadway Plaza is at 1275 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek. 925-939-7600.
Hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. -9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. -6 p.m.
Have a great escape to share with our readers? Add it to the comments section and we will give you a shout-out in the next Great Escape.