On Sunday, Sac Foodie Brittany and I decided to undertake the Big Nosh challenge: hit 25 Midtown Sacramento foodie locations on foot in just 5 hours time and try a bite, a beverage or both at each local. We were forewarned to skip breakfast and I was glad I did – by around our third or fourth stop I was already filling up. Our favorite stops on the crawl included: Paesano’s (they were so generous with the pizza), Sapporo (they had an entire sushi buffet out for us) and the Guinness and ice cream floats at Butch n’ Nellies Coffee Company. The best part was enjoying the beautiful weather and making new friends on our team which we dubbed “Sacramento 365.”
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The Big Nosh for a Better Sacramento
Ever wished you could do something you love and benefit a good cause at the same time? Well for this food-loving blogger, The Big Nosh for a Better Sacramento just might be the answer.
The Big Nosh is a food and pub crawl where participants can eat and drink their way through Midtown – and it’s happening this Sunday, October 25. It’s not too late to buy tickets, either. They are $36 per person available at www.bignosh.com and will include an appetizer and drink sample at each participating location. Quite a few of our favorite Sacramento eateries are participating in The Big Nosh, including:
Brew It Up! Brewery and Grill
The Melting Pot
Azul Mexican Food & Tequila Bar
Kru
Hot Italian Pizza & Panini Bar
Aioli Bodega Restaurant
L Wine Lounge & Urban Kitchen
Bistro 33
The Big Nosh for a Better Sacramento is presented by the Jewish Federation of the Sacramento Region benefiting Jewish Family Services, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Sacramento Area Emergency Housing Center, Save Ourselves Breast Cancer Resource Center and Wind Youth Services. A few of us SacFoodies are hoping to make it out, so let us know if you’re going!
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Pasta Giveaway at Fuzio
Fuzio’s weekly pasta and wine deals are pretty hard to beat, and some restaurants might stop the savings there. Not this Italian hot spot.
In recognition of National Pork Month, Fuzio will be giving away their Firecracker Pork Fusilli all day tomorrow, Thursday the 22nd, with the purchase of one beverage. That’s right, free pasta! Stop in anytime during restaurant hours tomorrow to enjoy this popular signature item on the house.
Sac Foodies Tip: We checked in with the restaurant and they recommend calling ahead for reservations.
Fuzio Universal Bistro
828 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 442-2310
139 G Street
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-3877
Tightwad Tuesday: The Melting Pot
Everyone has one of those restaurants that they save just for those really special occasions. Whether it’s a little too pricey or just too big of a production to enjoy on a regular basis, there’s always that one on reserve.
For me, that place has always been The Melting Pot. The food, service and ambiance have never failed to impress, making it one of my favorite restaurants. Unfortunately, I only make it there once or twice a year, quite possibly because I leave absolutely stuffed with my fill of fondue to last me a year!
However, I recently learned that I can officially take my favorite restaurant off reserve because, yes, even The Melting Pot has a great happy hour!
Stop by Monday through Friday from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for their great “2 for $22” special. You and a friend can enjoy a pot of cheese fondue for two, plus two glasses of the featured wine or cocktail all for only $22. And believe me, one pot of fondue will be plenty to satisfy both of your post-work appetites!
In case you can’t make it to their happy hour, I’d suggest stopping by The Melting Pot just for dessert. With fresh strawberries, bananas, cheesecake, Rice Krispie Treats, marshmallows, pound cake and brownies to dip into one of the many chocolate fondue options, you’ll satisfy your sweet tooth in a fun and unique way without putting too big of a dent in your wallet ($16 for the small dessert platter and $32 for the large).
Whether you’re planning a special night out, or just want a fun place to stop by with a friend after work, consider adding The Melting Post to your list. (Pictures courtesy of Flickr user _rockinfree)
The Melting Pot
814 15th St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 443-2347
Courtyard Dining Wrap-up
Last week we wrapped up our Courtyard Dining series as Liz and Maria dined with Rick Kushman on the patio of Aioli Bodega Espanola. Rick deputized the Sac Foodies on a Courtyard Dining mission and, for a few weeks, we indulged in great outdoor atmospheres and delicious food at some locally hidden gems. Our visits included Osteria Fasulo, The Mustard Seed, La Provence and Casa Garden.
We want to thank Rick for this fun experience and invite you to read his courtyard dining wrap-up featured in Sunday’s Sacramento Bee.
Do you have a favorite courtyard dining spot around town? We’d love to know!