By: Shreya Suresh
Thanksgiving is centered around food, and visions of plates piled high with turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie come to mind. This Thanksgiving, if you have a sudden change of plans or are simply looking to enjoy a good meal without the hours of preparation and cleanup, you have a few options around Sacramento.
Firehouse’s Chef Deneb Williams has created a wonderful four-course traditional Thanksgiving menu, a vegetarian and vegan menu, and a three-course young patrons’ menu. Menu is priced at $54.95 per adult and $17.95 per child 12 years of age and under. The restaurant is open from 1 pm – 8pm, and the regular menu will not be available.
1112 2nd Street
Sacramento
(916) 442-4772
https://www.firehouseoldsac.com/
If you like kicking off your Thanksgiving with Artichoke Dip and a Vegetable Cocktail, then head over to Ten22 where they are mixing traditional fare like Maple-Brined Free Range Turkey and Pumpkin Pie with unique offerings such as Roasted Duroc Pork Shoulder and Apple and Romaine Salad. Prices are $34.95 per adult and $12 per child (under 12 years old). You can find a detailed menu here.
1022 2nd Street
Sacramento
(916) 441-2211
http://www.ten22oldsac.com/
Going by the number of times we’ve talked about the Sacramento River Train, it’s no secret that the Sac Foodies are big fans. This Thanksgiving, enjoy a three-hour train ride, a champagne toast, and three courses of American fare with unlimited coffee and soft drinks. Seating is pre-assigned, so there is no rush to arrive and find a table. Throughout dinner, the train will roll along at a leisurely 10 to 15 miles per hour, covering a total of 28 miles of track. Tickets are priced at $93 per adult and $47 per child, and you can buy them here.
400 N Harbor Blvd
West Sacramento
(800) 866-1690
http://www.sacramentorivertrain.com/experiences/thanksgiving-train/
If you are a traditionalist looking for a Thanksgiving meal at an excellent local favorite for a screaming deal, then head over to 33rd Street Bistro where they are serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixins for $19.95 beginning at 3 p.m. If you are also craving their Buffalo Style Chicken Wings fear not. The full menu will be available as well. You can find more details here.
3301 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento
(916) 455-2233
http://www.33rdstreetbistro.com/#home
Archives for November 2015
Sac Foodies weekend picks
By: Shreya Suresh
Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services Turkey Drive
Help thousands of families in need celebrate Thanksgiving by dropping off a fresh or frozen turkey at the Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services. It’s TODAY and they are accepting turkeys until 7 p.m.
More information is available here.
Drive by and drop off a fresh or frozen turkey to help Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services provide Thanksgiving groceries to thousands of families in need in Sacramento.
Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
3333 Third Avenue
Sacramento
2015 Sacramento Harvest Festival
The Sacramento Harvest Festival®, one of the nation’s top-rated craft shows, is returning to Cal Expo on November 20-22, offering attendees a full day of unique shopping, holiday inspiration, and fantastic live entertainment. The Harvest Festival showcases over 24,000 unique items which are all handmade in America – including original art, jewelry, clothing, specialty foods, photography, pottery, toys, home décor and more. Learn more here.
Ticket prices range from $4 – $9, and you can buy them here.
1600 Exposition Blvd
Sacramento
(916) 263-3247
http://harvestfestival.com/
Cask and Barrel 50% Off Holiday Wine Sale
Cask and Barrel, formerly known as Enotria Cafe and Wine Bar, has been reputed for its extensive wine collection for the last two decades. On today between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., you can get the best wines from their cellar at 50% off. Special tastings are available for $10, and you can find more information here.
Cask and Barrel
1431 Del Paso Boulevard
Sacramento
(916) 922-6792
http://caskandbarrel916.com/
Thanksgiving Snacks Worth Gobbling Up
By: Shreya Suresh
With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s time to whip up some fun Thanksgiving-inspired treats to bring the family together. They’re fun for both kids and adults to make and we hope they get you in the spirit of the holiday. We rounded up a few of our favorite snacks from around the internet, just for you.
We can’t wait to try this healthy, easy, and amazingly cute fruit platter from HerCampus. How cute is that pear/turkey?
Hope you still have some leftover candy corn from Halloween because we have the perfect usage idea for them, courtesy of The Krazy Coupon Lady. Oreo Pretzel Turkeys. You’re welcome.
Not sure if these are an app or a dessert, but we think they are a must-make treat regardless. Thanks Honey Mommy for creating these yummy Nutter Butter turkeys. After all, Thanksgiving is all about turkey, right?
We love a good cupcake, and these adorable ones do not disappoint. Try these Thanksgiving-themed cupcakes from The Desserted Planet, alongside the mandatory pumpkin pie.
Looking for tasty ways to utilize leftovers? Try these Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs from The Kitchn for a Black Friday treat.
SacFoodies Weekend Picks
By: Shreya Suresh
Deschutes Street Pub Sacramento
Tomorrow (Saturday) between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m., head to Midtown Sacramento (18th & Capitol) for Deschutes Street Pub’s newest traveling event: Street Pub – Crafted for Community. You will see the 400+ foot bar set up creating a pub of epic proportions. Not only will there be a huge selection of Deschutes Brewery beers flowing from the Street Pub’s multitude of taps, but there will be great food to pair with it. Entry is free, and you can purchase beer tokens here.
1806 Capitol Ave.
Sacramento
https://events.deschutesbrewery.com/events/street-pub-sacramento/
33rd Street Bistro 20th Anniversary Party
33rd Street Bistro has been an East Sac favorite for 20 years now. On Saturday, November 14th join in the anniversary celebration, complete with an art show, live music from Mercy Me, and drink and appetizer specials.
3301 Folsom Blvd
Sacramento
(916) 455-2233
http://www.33rdstreetbistro.com/#home
Pie Making Class
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Are your pie-making skills up to the task? If not, there’s still time to channel your inner Martha Stewart and the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op is there to help. Tomorrow (Saturday) from 2:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., come learn how to make perfect buttery pastry. We will make a whole grain pie crust and a 100% whole wheat tart crust, covering the techniques for a versatile dough and how to roll and crimp. Learn about parbaking, egg washing and flavor combining to make the best pies of the year. Tickets are $49 ($40 for Co-op owners).
Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op
1900 Alhambra Blvd
Sacramento
(916) 455-2667
Perfect Holiday Pies
10 Things You Don’t Know About…
- My favorite meal is hot dogs and baked beans. I also love sliced hot dogs mixed into baked beans (what I like to call beans and weenies). So first things first, now you know how classy I am.
- I’m originally from the Bay Area. I’ve lived in Santa Clara, San Jose, Campbell, Willow Glen, Milpitas, Los Gatos, Redwood City and San Francisco. I’ve lived in Sacramento for a little over a year and a half now—and I’ve managed to only move once in that time frame!
- I take my coffee with butter and MCT oil. See my SacFoodies post about Bulletproof Coffee and you’ll understand why.
- My dad and I share joint custody of my dog, Zoey. It sounds strange, and it probably is! It’s hard not to love my bossy, spoiled little American Eskimo/Pomeranian mix. We each take her for a few weeks at a time.
- I have a bachelor of science in agricultural business marketing. Part of my education included planting veggies and fruits, harvesting chickens (I actually hid in the bathroom for this part) and catching bugs. Go Mustangs!
- Snapchat is my latest obsession. I don’t know what took me so long to get on board. I will never get tired of sending and receiving photos of double and triple chins. Now you also know how mature I am.
- Cooking is not my forte, eating out is. Sure, I like to cook a meal here and there, but trying new restaurants is truly my thing. The “I’m new to Midtown” excuse will never expire, right?
- I was a caretaker for a year. The day after graduating from Cal Poly SLO, I moved in with my grandpa (who was diagnosed with sarcoma) to be his full-time caretaker. I’m proud to say that I temporarily got over my fear of blood and needles. Also proud that my “Papa” is very healthy now!
- Potatoes, grapes, pistachios and wine are always on my mind. I’m lucky enough to have a client mix ranging from fruits and vegetables to nuts and booze. All that’s missing is beef jerky. Call me.
- I have two brothers under the age of seven. There is Connor (7) and Dylan (4). They are the most loving, hilarious and intelligent little dudes and I can’t imagine life without them!