Many of the finest events in Sacramento and its surrounding areas are hosted by none other than the Sacramento Convention and Visitors Bureau. Folks looking to swig and spit gobs of red and white wine incessantly, while swallowing much more, are hereby summoned to this outdoor shindig, held at Cesar…
One of the greatest things about the rise in popularity of craft beer is that brewers have the freedom to get creative, if even a little weird. During a recent trip to Capitol Beer and Tap Room, I tried a stout that was brewed with Peeps, the little yellow marshmellow…
If you’re the sort of person who slams on the brakes and pulls over immediately upon spotting a taco truck, or even if you’re new to the street food phenomenon and are curious to get your mobile grub on, this event is not to be missed. SactoMoFo 9 is going…
I had to catch Flavor Face Food Truck owner Brian Stansberry between jobs. He had just finished serving lunch on Exposition Boulevard on a Wednesday afternoon and stopped at Raley’s to refuel with fresh food before prepping for dinner service in Elk Grove. Another 12-hour day already halfway through, Stansberry…
Not all culinary cuisine was created equal. Just ask the fine folks in charge of the Third Annual Sacramento Korean Food Festival. There is something for everyone on the festival’s varied menu. Admission is free and selections include Dukbokki (Korean spice rice cake with vegetables), Japchae (Korean noodle), Korean BBQ…
Do you like to eat great food? Are you the type to dance in the streets? Want to hang around with friendly fellow community members? Then you best head straight to the long awaited return of GATHER: Oak Park on Thursday, May 12, 2016 from 5–9 p.m. for a community…
While most people visit the Sacramento Zoo during the day to see the countless and curious creatures, this three-hour long event is sure to please on multiple fronts. Come partake in generous samples of local wine and beer from some of the area’s best wineries (Helwig Winery, Matchbook Wine Company,…
Having eaten at both of Michael Thiemann’s Sacramento restaurants, Empress Tavern and Mother, I have always been curious to know what motivates him to create such distinctive dining experiences. From the food to the architecture to the menus and music, it is clear that Thiemann’s unique touch is inspired by…
Old Sac Chocolate Week (May 2–8, 2016 … does every week have a theme in Sacramento these days?) is one multi-day event that everyone with a sweet tooth should partake in. Relegated to the city streets of our most famous and frequented region of Sacramento, this event has many special…
Set sail for your new favorite restaurant and bar in the Sacramento area. Another home run for the trio behind Shady Lady Saloon, Sail Inn Grotto has opened to rave reviews in West Sacramento. Its nautical charm is palpable from the curb, with a patio lined with boat dock posts…
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