Here at SacFoodies, we’re finding that one of the best ways to stay on top of local deals and steals is to subscribe to receive e-newsletters from restaurants/establishments/retailers that you’re fond of. Earlier this month, we were reminded of some cool deals from one of the hottest restaurant groups in town via their e-newsletter and want to spread the word!
Each day of the week a different Paragary’s location hosts fantastic happy hour specials, which are listed below. If the low price tags don’t get you excited enough, here are a few pics from my last trip to Centro that are sure to get your mouth watering:
Monday: Margarita Monday featuring two for one House Margaritas at Centro Cocina Mexicana – A perfect way to start the week!
Tuesday: Taco Tuesday at Blue Cue – $2 Domestics and $1 Tacos starting at 6:00pm with live DJ music.
Wednesday: Pint Night at R15 – The only place to be on Wednesday nights…$5 includes your very own R15 pint glass, filled to the brim with your choice of any draft beer and only $2 refills. Bring your glass in next time you come and only pay the cost of refills.
Thursday: Cosmo Cafe – Reviving happy hour with a drinks and eats menu starting at just $3. Available daily from 3:30-5:30pm, featuring an array of small plate food selections ranging from the housemade waffle chips to a half pastrami sandwich. Drink choices include the classic cosmopolitan, domestic beers, and 2 for 1 drink specials.
Friday: Spataro Restaurant and Bar – Check out our $10 Daily Lunch Specials… Each day is a different entree, served with a mixed green salad to start. Friday is Housemade Lasagne. Yum!
Are you a fan of these deals and restaurants? Prove it! You can show your loyalty by becoming a fan of any Paragary’s establishment on facebook, too.
Want to stay on top of local restaurant deals with Pargary’s iEat e-newsletter? Visit http://www.paragarys.com/go/prg/ and click on the “Free Signup!” button at the bottom of the page.
Archives for June 2009
Ode to Patty
There’s a foodie in town that raises the bar
She does anything for us, like driving circles in her car
When it comes to food, you know it is her biz
No job too big or too small…she just says fo’ shiz
Prunes, potatoes, and raisins galore
Patty develops recipes for taste buds to soar
When she comes rolling down the hall with that food-filled cart
We know that she’s here to feed and dazzle from the heart
Whenever Patty is around, leftovers are nowhere to be found
No surprise that they have already been gobbled down
At photo shoots she is always on her toes
Our appreciation for her just grows and grows
Whatever we need, no matter what we ask
She smiles so brightly and delivers the task
This is the first time we’ve done it and she deserves it by far
Today, on her big day, an honorary “SacFoodie” is what you are
And we’re getting close to this Ode’s end
So cheers to Patty because she’s more than just our stylist, she’s our friend
Your kind and funny spirit we absolutely adore
Here’s to you, Patty, and to fifty more!
Happy Birthday, Patty!
Glen Ellen Inn – Oyster Grill & Martini Bar
Glen Ellen, a small town on the outskirts of Sonoma, is so quaint that there are only a few choices of restaurants, but you’ll be hard pressed to find a bad meal in this wine country town. From Garden Court, to The Fig Café, and even the pub fare at The Jack London Lodge are all delish. A few weeks ago I finally had a chance to try The Glen Ellen Inn. I was excited to hear that the chef/owner was a Sonoma Valley native (like me!) and went to the same high school as I did (Sonoma Valley High).
Chef Christian Bertrand and his wife, Karen, opened the restaurant in 1993 in a 1940’s country cottage. The ambiance is very nice – a comfortable setting, with beautiful stained glass accents in the doorways and an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs preparing that evening’s food. This night’s dinner was shared with my Mom and Dad, and was the first time since I could remember that I had them both to myself. Between the restaurant, the friendly service and my two dining companions, the night definitely felt special.
Because I am becoming my mother more and more every day, it was not surprising to me that after reading the menu for about 30 seconds, the two of us picked the same entrée. Mussels and Garlic Fries with prosciutto, saffron, dried tomato, white wine sauce. We giggled to ourselves as we talked about how we can never pass up mussels on a menu, as I’ve mentioned on this blog before. Dad ordered the Sonoma Breast of Duck, foie grass stuffed, panko crust, cherry-port sauce and polenta. I must also mention the wine list – more than 160 labels to choose from, and I was happy to see that ALL of them were from California. Way to support local wine.
The food was delicious. The creamy saffron sauce that was served with the mussels was amazing. Yes, I kept slurping the leftover broth long after the fries and mussels were gone. After lots of good conversation, food and wine my parents and I decided to split “The Fabulous Glen Ellen Inn Sundae” which consisted of house made French vanilla ice cream rolled in toasted coconut in bittersweet caramel sauce. A perfect end to a fun evening. I can’t wait for the next time I get to steal my parents and have them all to myself again.
Glen Ellen Inn
13670 Arnold Drive
Glen Ellen, Ca 95442
707-996-6409
We Have a Winner!
We’re happy to report that the winner (selected using the number generator at Random.org) of a personalized copy of the new James Rollins’ book, The Doomsday Key, is Maribeth from Fair Oaks! Maribeth told us that her favorite “dinner and a bookstore” outing is Denver’s Tattered Cover bookstore and one of the many wonderful restaurants in the Cherry Creek shopping area.
Didn’t win? Then head to the Roseville Barnes & Noble tonight from 7-9 PM for Sacramento resident and New York Times best-selling author James Rollins’ book signing event!
HOT ITALIAN Love is in the Air
Every once in a while, a new restaurant comes to town that is so good you just can’t stop buzzing about it. And not just in the “ooh that place looks good” or “I’ve really been meaning to go” kind of way. But more the “ohmygoodnessihavetohaveitrightnow” sort of buzz. So I think it’s time that we admit it:
The SacFoodies are head over heels for HOT ITALIAN. And now that we know they serve some of the best dessert in town, we’re sure this relationship has “forever” written all over it. Have a sweet tooth like us? Check out some of their mouthwatering desserts below:
Zucchero
organic Italian chocolate hazelnut spread dusted with powdered sugar
Murino
gorgonzola dolce cheese, pears drizzled with honey
Lenti
seasonal mixed berries topped with fresh ricotta and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
And if that’s not convincing enough, here are our top 10 reasons to love HOT ITALIAN:
Uno: It’s so authentic that you simply can’t fight the urge to belt out any Italian you know: mangia, cara amici, mangia!
Due: Where else can you pick up a motorcycle with your pizza?
Tre: Communal seating is a great way to make new friends.
Quattro: Because they give you the scoop on their upcoming events on Twitter
Cinque: They’re open late! Call for exact hours, but word on the street is that they serve until 10:00 or 11:00 PM on weeknights and stretch that until 12:00 PM or 1:00 AM on Friday and Saturday nights!
Sei: Because there is nothing like a real Italian espresso.
Sette: Who can resist a giant round party table with space in the center for ice to keep your drinks chilled to perfection?
Otto: Orange chocolate, Madagascar vanilla and nocciola (hazelnut) gelato – oh my!
Nove: Because the modern decor and traditional fare instantly transport you to a corner cafe in a bella piazza.
Dieci: Because gorgonzola, pear and honey on a pizza can never be wrong.
Hot Italian
16th & Q Midtown
Sacramento, CA
(916) 444-3000
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