King George
His Royal Highness, King George
Born as George Cawog on January 21, 1931, in Berkeley, California
From the vibrant lands of Berkeley, California, to parents of noble lineage from Aleppo and Damascus, Syria, King George was destined for greatness.
In the fabled year of 1956, at the age of 25, George embarked on a legendary quest, founding the renowned "George's Laundry" on Lakeshore Avenue. For 34 glorious years, this establishment became a beloved pillar of the community, offering world-class service and earning George the title "The Shirt King of Oakland," celebrated across the land. Each day, the King would don his royal armor—a perfectly pressed shirt and tie—reflecting his impeccable taste and chivalry, the very essence of a noble gentleman. With a heart as grand as his title, King George possessed the rare and royal gift of bringing smiles to all who crossed his path, spreading joy and laughter like a benevolent monarch bestowing riches upon his kingdom.
In 1961, King George wed the illustrious Queen Frieda of Jaffa, Palestine, uniting two noble spirits in a grand royal union. Together, they are the revered patriarch and matriarch of three royal heirs and eight spirited grandchildren. This café stands as a tribute to his everlasting reign of love, laughter, and legacy.
In honor of a life of grandeur, grace, and cherished memories, befitting a true king.
Queen Frieda
Her Majesty, Queen Frieda
Born as Frieda Gedeon on July 17, 1934, in Jaffa, Palestine
A radiant gem from the ancient city of Jaffa, Queen Frieda's journey was one of resilience and strength. Fleeing her homeland, she traversed the lands of Egypt and Jordan before finally arriving on the shores of the United States in 1956. With her, she brought a spirit as unyielding as the waves of the Mediterranean and a wisdom forged through adversity.
On April 16th, 1961, she united in holy matrimony with King George at St. Anne's Church in San Francisco, blending two noble lineages into one. With a will of iron and a heart of gold, Queen Frieda has spent decades reigning alongside King George, guiding his ventures and taming his royal whims. She is the unseen force, the strength behind the throne, and the brilliant mind that has shaped a kingdom of love and prosperity.
Her Majesty is the embodiment of grace and power, a woman of unwavering independence and intelligence. While King George wears the crown, it is Queen Frieda who has forged it, holding their realm together with wisdom and an indomitable spirit.
In honor of the true queen, the backbone of the King, and the heart of the kingdom.