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Feb
21

Tomato Bacon Jam from Micah Kasman of ABC’s “The Taste”

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Recently, I wrote about attending a local viewing party at Restaurant Thir13en for ABC’s new hit cooking competition show “The Taste” with my colleagues John Armato and Jenna Buhagiar. In addition to meeting “The Taste” contestant Chef Adam Pechal of Restaurant Thir13en, we were also lucky enough to meet another contestant, Micah Kasman, who was [...]

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Feb
20

Wordless Wednesday: 58 Degrees & Holding Co.

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Trio of Bruschetta (from front): Grilled broccoletti, garlic confit, lemon zest, drizzled with olive oil; Poached pear puree, applewood bacon and crumbled blue cheese; Cherry tomatoes, basil pesto and four cheeses. Delectable. 58 Degrees & Holding Co. 1217 18th Street (18th and Capitol) Sacramento, CA 95811 (916) 442-5858

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Feb
07

Celebrating Sacramento’s Locally Grown Food Scene

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Back in October, we were pleased to share Sacramento’s newest designation as America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital. With 2013 underway, The City of Trees is continuing to get the recognition it deserves as a hot spot for great fare and an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. In fact, The San Francisco Chronicle recently covered Sacramento’s efforts to [...]

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Jan
25

Zinfandel Grille

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It’s practically impossible to live in Sacramento and not notice one local hot spot, Zinfandel Grille on Fair Oaks Blvd. Acclaimed for its Mediterranean-inspired menu and extensive wine selection, Zinfandel Grille has been a Sactown favorite for more than 25 years.   When my boyfriend invited me to dinner here, I was absolutely ecstatic! The location [...]

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Jan
10

Sacramento Named a Top Destination for Cocktails in 2013

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Sacramento is oftentimes overlooked for its vast array of culinary and beverage options. But thanks to a recent article in Imbibe Magazine, the Capitol City is getting the attention it deserves for the bounty of craft libations available – it was named one of the top 75 destinations for cocktails among the places, people and [...]

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Jan
09

Esquire Grill’s Dine Downtown Menu

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You’d have to be living under a rock not to notice the iconic teal signage plastered around Sacramento, heralding the arrival of Dine Downtown Week. We’re even chattering about it—and for good reason. This Sactown staple has become an annual tradition here in the River City, when popular downtown eateries open their doors with a [...]

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Jan
04

Dine Downtown Restaurant Week

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The Sacramento food scene is kicking off the year with a bang as Dine Downtown Restaurant Week begins next week, running January 9-18.  This is an excellent opportunity to sample some of the best cuisine that Downtown Sacramento has to offer! Presented by Sacramento Magazine, patrons will have the chance to enjoy three-course dinner menus [...]

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Dec
28

Blackbird Kitchen+Bar, Sacramento

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A little while back, I had the pleasure of trying new Sacramento hot-spot Blackbird Kitchen+ Bar for the first time. Hiding on a dark strip of 9th Street in between J and K Streets, it would be easy to miss at first glance, but once inside the festive ambiance quickly makes up for the slightly [...]

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Dec
26

Wordless Wednesday: Doughnut Holes from Roxy Restaurant & Bar

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Bag of Housemade Doughnut Holes with Three Dipping Sauces at Roxy Restaurant & Bar. Roxy 2381 Fair Oaks Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 489-2000

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Dec
19

Sacramento-Area Restaurants Open for Christmas

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Sacramento-Area Restaurants Open for Christmas If December 25 rolls around and you are fa la la la-ed out, then perhaps you can find some yuletide cheer at one of Sacramento’s many restaurants open this year for Christmas. Reservations are filling up fast, so check Open Table to see what’s still available. Benihana 5489 Sunrise Blvd., [...]

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