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May
23

Wordless Wednesday: Fruit Tart from Ettore’s

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Surprisingly, the photo of this mouth-watering fruit tart from Ettore’s was taken with my iPhone, under the guidance of the über-talented Sacramento food photographer Jessica Nicosia Nadler (I could only muster a couple photos before I surrendered to eating the tart in practically one bite).

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May
16

Davis Farmers Market, Among the Nation’s Best

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When the weather warms up and summer is in full bloom, one of the most anticipated activities for many is visiting local farmers markets. There is no better place to pick up delicious fruits, veggies, flowers and often times a variety of other specialty products from local vendors. I’d have to say the most robust [...]

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May
15

Track 7 Brewing Company

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Meet Track 7 Brewing Company. Located in a small strip-mall-style warehouse space in a Curtis Park neighborhood off of Sutterville Road, Track 7 embodies everything meant by the word “handcrafted.” Upon walking through the rolled-up garage door entrance to the tap room, visitors not only see all of the brewing action, but feel as if [...]

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May
09

Wordless Wednesday- St. Louis Sustenance

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A few weekends back, I visited St. Louis for my very first time. Although I was there for work and didn’t have much free time, I still managed to enjoy a couple very tasty morsels while on the road. Photo number 1 can be described in four words: Snickers Peanut Butter Cake. Need I say [...]

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May
08

addendum, Yountville

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If the best things come in small packages, there’s perhaps no smaller package quite as good as the shack-like building directly behind Thomas Keller’s restaurant ad hoc in Yountville. Formally known as addendum, the bite-size establishment is home to some of the biggest flavors I’ve ever experienced. As a Northern California girl, I’m mildly ashamed [...]

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May
04

Tis’ the season for fresh veggies

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With spring progressing and summer swiftly approaching, I’m getting excited at the prospect of my vegetable garden finally producing delicious produce (crossed fingers) and the season of fabulous farmer’s markets. If you’re looking for a new way to enjoy your veggies, try checking out this yummy vegetable-packed side dish. Zucchini Casserole 1 tablespoon butter 7 [...]

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Apr
27

A “Best of the West” Food Fest is Back!

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Looking for some foodie fun this weekend? Well, look no more! The Stockton Asparagus Festival is here! This three-day extravaganza in Downtown Stockton will feature fresh California-grown asparagus – 36,000 pounds of it were served last year – in many unique dishes, such as deep-fried asparagus, asparagus tri-tip sandwiches, asparagus burritos and asparagus pasta dishes, [...]

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Apr
26

Wonka™ Ice Cream Giveaway!

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Were you mesmerized by the recent post about our Wonka™ Ice Cream tasting? Do you want the golden ticket too?    Well you’re in luck! We are giving YOU the chance to sample these fun new flavors. All you have to do is comment on this post telling us what creative ice cream combination you [...]

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Apr
25

Wordless Wednesday- Thai Basil

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If I had to choose one food to eat forever, Thai would be my choice. There is something always satisfying about the fusion of fresh ingredients and a spicy kick. My favorite?- Pad Se Ew from Thai Basil. This dish comes with broccoli, thick rice noodles and pan-fried egg in a sweet soy sauce; all [...]

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Apr
24

SacFoodies Have the Golden Ticket: Wonka™ Ice Cream Tasting

When the SacFoodies team was offered the opportunity to try all seven flavors of Wonka™ Ice Cream, we had to hold back from shouting a collective, “Daddy, I want it nooooow!” à la Veruca Salt. As the weather hit the mid-80s on a Friday, we were delighted to receive a cold, frozen box filled with [...]

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