Cotati restaurant ‘honored’ by surprise summer visit from Governor-elect Becerra

California Democratic gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra speaks during a campaign event on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jill Connelly) By Charles Swanson | [email protected] | The Press DemocratPUBLISHED: November 11, 2026 at 3:33 PM PST | UPDATED: November 12, 2026 at 11:23 AM PSTGetting your Trinity Audio player ready...A Cotati restaurant was “honored” to serve Xavier Becerra during his time on the campaign trail for California governor over the summer. Mezzeluna, a Greek restaurant overlooking the town’s plaza, posted a photo to social media Nov. 5 showing Becerra with chef and co-owner Ali Cetin two days after the Democratic gubernatorial candidate was elected to lead the state. View this post on Instagram According to Cetin, Becerra visited the restaurant in July, making a surprise visit for lunch.

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