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Get Your Juice On and Be Fabulous this February

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February has finally arrived! For me it’s doubly fabulous as it marks not only my birthday month, but also the end of dry January (a.k.a. a full month of not consuming any alcohol). With less pressure than a resolution for a full year, it really wasn’t all that bad. That said, rather than meeting for happy hour or going for a weekend beer, it forced me to find a different drink of choice.
Sacramento is blessed with an abundance of delicious fruits and veggies that lend themselves perfectly to cold pressed juice. Luckily, there’s also no shortage of neighborhood juice bars to try out. My two favorites happen to be Liquidology and Sun & Soil. Located in East Sac and Midtown, respectively, both offer tasty combinations that you’re sure to enjoy.
          
At Liquidology, I recommend the Immune Scout (who couldn’t use an immunity boost this time of year?), which features basil, Meyer lemon, local wildflower honey, maple syrup, camu camu and just a bit of cayenne. Also, give the BB Superhero a try. It’s made up of blackberries, apple and pear.
At Sun and Soil, I stick to the Sweet Green which has apple, spinach, lime, ginger and cucumber. What can I say? I stick to what I like.
Where’s your favorite juice place in Sac?
Liquidology
4601 H St.
Sacramento
916-970-5102
http://liquidologybar.com/
Sun & Soil Juice Company
1912 P St.
Sacramento
916-341-0327
http://sunandsoiljuice.com/

Sacramento Beer Week #SBW2015

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Attention Sacramento: Sac Beer Week 2015 has arrived. If you frequent any of the local establishments in town, you’ve probably seen fliers touting the specialized events and menus that will be popping up across Sacramento from February 26-March 8.
Sacramento Beer Week is flanked by two “main events.” First, theSacramento Brewer’s Showcaseis taking place this Thursday, February 26 at the California Auto Museum from 5:30 – 9 p.m. In addition to sipping local brews, attendees can peruse the over 150 cars on display at the museum. Admission will grant you unlimited tastings at the over 30 local breweries in attendance and tickets start at $40 in advance and $45 at the door. Designated drivers can get in for $10 and you can also upgrade your ticket cost for $10 to include special IPA flights during the event.Click here to purchase.
Finally, Beer Week wraps up on Sunday, March 8 with theCapitol Beer Festspanning four blocks on Capitol Mall from 2-5 p.m. The day will include tastings at over 100 craft breweries, live music and a variety of food trucks to keep your taste buds happy while sipping. Tickets for this event also start at $40 in advance and $45 at the door andcan be purchased here.
The event options at local restaurants and bars are seemingly endless, so you may want to choose wisely. Thankfully, the folks at Sacramento Beer Week have put together a super handy listing of events that highlight the special offerings and menus throughout the week.Check it out here.
It would be nearly impossible to make it to every event, so I’ve decided to narrow it down to two options and go from there. First, the Ruhstaller and Santos Brewing Beer Flights and Cheese Pairings starting at noon atThe Rind, this Saturday, February 28. Second, Steal the Glass Night at Der Biergarten, from 3-9 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, in which the beer stein is yours to keep with purchase of a beer.
Overall, Sacramento Beer Week is sure to be a great time for beer lovers and supporters of the local food scene alike. Which events will you be checking out?

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Sacramento: A Coffee Capitol in its Own Right

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When one thinks of “coffee cities” the usual suspects probably come to mind: Portland, Seattle, a small European village. Sacramento probably isn’t the first place that pops up. However, you might want to think again. Sacramento was recently named one of the top cities in the world for coffee lovers and one of the most underrated coffee cities in the U.S.  Thanks in part to the city’s commitment to craft food and beverage purveyors and a variety of area favorites, Sacramento is making its mark on the map as a leader in delicious coffee options.
Whether it’s Insight Coffee, The Mill, Old Soul Co., or Temple there are a variety of options to choose from that are uniquely Sacramento! And yes, there are plenty of Starbucks and Peet’s locations to choose from as well.
Looking to discover a new spot in Sacramento for a tasty cup? Well you’re in luck, because you can get free organic drip coffee next Monday at Ettore’s European Bakery. They’ve been serving up this offer all month, so be sure to take advantage before January wraps!  

Seasonal Sippers from Café Bernardo

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When it comes to holiday beverages of the non-alcoholic variety, one might automatically think of a Pumpkin Spiced Latte or a Peppermint Mocha. However, thanks to the folks at Café Bernardo, you can broaden your holiday pick-me-up horizons and try two of their new seasonal creations available at all five of their locations throughout the month of December. Happy sipping!
The Eggnog Latte is made with eggnog that is prepared daily, using local ingredients at the Paragary Bakery. Then, the latte is made at the cafes using local Clover Milk and Vaneli’s Espresso.

Using local Barsotti apple juice and housemade chai tea, the Apple Chai Tea is a flavor combination not to be missed.

Cafe Bernardo Davis
3rd & D St.
Davis,CA
530.750.5101
Cafe Bernardo Midtown
28th & Capitol
Sacramento, CA
916.443.1180
Cafe Bernardo R15
15th & R St.
Sacramento, CA
916.930.9191
Cafe Bernardo on K Street
10th & K St.
Sacramento, CA
916.446.9800
Cafe Bernardo at Pavilions
Pavilions Ln & Fair Oaks Blvd.
Sacramento, CA
916.922.2870

Centro Turns Twenty

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Centro Cocina Mexicana, a Sacramento staple, turns 20 this week and the restaurant is celebrating with a week of specials. Starting today and continuing through Sunday, August 17th, Centro will feature a commemorative anniversary menu and table-side guacamole preparation.
In addition to satisfying your appetite, no birthday celebration would be complete without some special drinks. Centro will feature $6 Anniversary Infusion Margaritas and $5 Centro Margaritas—which just so happened to be the price in 1994. You can also catch former Centro bartenders who will be returning on Tuesday and Wednesday to celebrate.
Born out of the desire to bring a new kind of Mexican cuisine to Sacramento, PRG Executive Chef Kurt Spataro and partner Randy Paragary opened Centro after an extensive culinary tour of Mexico. The Midtown restaurant, located on the corner of 28th and J Street, is known for its moles made from scratch, fresh corn tortillas, festive atmosphere, and fabulous Tequila infusions.
If you’ve never had the chance to make it to Centro, or if you’re due for a visit, be sure to swing by this week and wish them a Happy Birthday!
Centro Cocina Mexicana
2730 J St.
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 442-2552