By: Laurel Harrison
If the weather over the weekend was any indication, spring is making its (highly anticipated) way to Sacramento! There’s nothing like a cold beer on a sunny day, and the SacFoodies are getting very excited about all of the things that March brings –mainly, Sac Beer Week and Capitol Beer Fest. The saying is “February showers bring March growlers,” right? Join us today for the second round of our Road to Beervana series, where we check in with five more breweries, talk to the brewers, and learn about their Sac Beer Week events. Cheers!
Yolo Brewing Co.
Located in West Sac, Yolo Brew Co. is an award-winning craft brewery that delivers delicious beer, a rotating selection of food trucks and a personal brewing experience. With 11 year-round beers on tap and a variety of seasonal and limited release beers, Yolo Brew offers a wide selection of styles sure to satisfy any beer fan! Those who are in the mood to bike and beer can visit Yolo Brewing on the West Sac Brew Bike Tour on March 12, which also includes stops at Bike Dog and Jackrabbit Brewing.
Device Brewing Co.
Device Brewing Co. got its start after owner and head brewer, Ken Anthony, decided to give up a career in structural engineering and dive into the craft beer industry. Since its inception in 2013, Device has amassed a dedicated fan base, won several awards at the California State Fair, and expanded its taproom. If you’re a trivia buff, Device’s Wednesday night trivia is definitely worth a visit. Head to Device on March 5 to try the last keg of their barrel-aged Brits in Moscow Russian Imperial Stout – it’s a fan favorite, and it’ll go fast!
EDH Brewing Co.
After seven tours conducting surveillance flights in Afghanistan, Dennis Dovala settled in El Dorado Hills and began home brewing as a way to pursue his interest in craft beer. With the support of his wife and friends, Dennis opened EDH Brewing Co. in 2015 with the intent of creating a place in El Dorado Hills that provided great beer in a family environment. EDH Brewing will be hosting a variety of fun and informative events for Sac Beer Week. Groove on by on March 3 for Retro Night and enjoy their newly released Magic Bus IPA and Mojo Ale.
Mraz Brewing Co.
Michael Mraz got his start as a home brewer in 2006, and quickly rose up the ranks to be named California’s “Home Brewer of Year” in 2008 and 2009. His success as a home brewer and desire to turn his passion into a profession led to the opening of Mraz Brewing Co. in 2013, located in El Dorado Hills. Mraz Brewing Co. has since brought home 2 gold medals from the California State Fair for its Window of Opportunity Belgian Tripel and the Cardinal Flanders-style Red Ale. Sour beer fans, look no further: Mraz Brewing will be hosting an All Sour Day on March 4 featuring more than 17 sour beers on tap!
Track 7 Brewing Co.
Since its founding in 2011, Track 7 Brewing Co. has earned a reputation as an award-winning brewery and established itself firmly in the California beer world. Track 7 added to their Curtis Park brew-pire (brew empire, get it?) with the opening of the Natomas taproom in 2015, which now operates as the main production facility. From a Bee Line Blonde to a Left Eye Right Eye Double IPA, there’s something for everyone at Track 7. We count ourselves lucky to have this award-winning brewery in our backyard! Track 7 will be hosting the 2nd Annual Brewery Invitational & Competition on March 5, a highly-anticipated gathering of some of the top brewers in the Western United States.
For more Sac Beer Week events, click here.
For Capitol Beer Fest information, click here.
To see the previous edition of “The Road to Beervana” brewery bios click here!
Valentine's Day in Sacramento
By Cheyenne Cameron-Pruitt
Valentine’s Day is almost here. We know that everyone can use a little bit of help with the planning process sometimes, so we have gathered Valentine’s weekend events and restaurant specials that are sure to please!
Valentine’s Day Weekend Events:
Port, Wine and Chocolate Lover’s Weekend
Port, Wine and Chocolate? You can’t go wrong there! Old Sugar Mill is giving you access to all three with their Lover’s Weekend. Thirteen wineries are in one location offering tastings from the barrels – of wine and chocolate. A cigar lounge, live music and demonstrations, including a “Bottle Your Own Port” activity round out the event. This is a unique event that will certainly add some fun to your Valentine’s Day weekend.
Cost: $29.50 in advance, $40 the day of, and $10 for any Designated Driver; $125 for the Bon Temps Package for groups of 6 or more. (purchase tickets)
February 11, 2017 – February 12, 2017
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Old Sugar Mill
35265 Willow Avenue
Clarksburg, CA 95612
Valentine’s Day Wine Tour
Odds are you are going to get some sort of chocolate this Valentine’s Day and nothing pairs better with chocolate than wine! Grab your heart shaped box and hop on the Valentine’s Day Wine Tour presented by Cain Event Planning. This all-day tour includes transportation to participating Amador County wineries Karmere, Dobra Zemjla and Helwig Winery, drink service during travel, lunch and of course wine tastings. It is a great way to spend the day with your loved one.
Cost: $59 for a single ticket and $110 for a couple’s ticket (purchase tickets)
February 11, 2017
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Butterfield Station
9636 Butterfield Road
Rancho Cordova, CA 95827
American Whiskey with the Bourbon Babes
Hook & Ladder Manufacturing Co. offers an alternative option for Valentine’s Day weekend. Join The Bourbon Babes at Cocktail Academy and learn everything there is to know about American Whiskey.
Cost: $75
February 11, 2017
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Hook and Ladder Manufacturing Co.
1630 S St
Sacramento, CA 95811
Countdown to Kick-off!
By Cheyenne Cameron-Pruitt
It is one of the biggest sports weekends of the year, and whether you are watching the game or the commercials, it is always nice to be somewhere exciting with good beer on tap and delicious food to snack on. Check out our roundup of game day events and great places to watch the game.
Events:
Big Sexy Super Bowl Party
Big Sexy Brewing Company is hosting a party that puts the Super Bowl musts in one place. Watch the game on multiple 70-inch HD TVs and enjoy pint specials all day and food from It’s Nacho Truck. Basically, all the makings of a great game day!
February 5, 2017
2:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Big Sexy Brewing Company
5861 88th St., Ste 800, Sacramento, CA 95828
Vegan Super Bowl Party (El Papagayo)
Looking for an alternative to the traditional wings? El Papagayo has you covered with their Vegan Super Bowl Party. With a great place to watch the game and food for vegans and non-vegans alike, it seems like a great place to spend your game day.
February 5, 2017
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 (purchase tickets)
El Papagayo
5804 Marconi Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608
Vegan Super Bowl (Capitol Garage)
Capitol Garage offers up another vegan alternative. Enjoy the game at their downtown location and an all-you-can-eat buffet full of vegan options like nachos, hummus and vegan wings. There will also be drink specials available with the purchase of your ticket. This is another great alternative to the traditional party.
February 5, 2017
3:00 p.m.
Cost: $15 (purchase tickets)
Capitol Garage
1500 K St., Sacramento, CA 95814
Places to Watch the Game:
If you are looking for a place to watch the game, but want to avoid the party scene, here are some of our favorites! It’s a good idea to make a reservation so that your game day experience can be everything you want it to be.
Firestone Public House:
Beer. Food. Sports. Firestone is a great place to settle in for some great food and a great atmosphere. Take a look at our review here.
1132 16th St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
New Helvetia Brewing Company:
Enjoy the unique environment at the New Helvetia Tasting Room, it is a great place to watch the game, or to play giant Jenga while you wait for the commercials.
1730 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95818
Blue Note Brewing Company
Watch the game, enjoy some food and good beer, it couldn’t be more simple.
750 Dead Cat Alley
Woodland, CA, 95695
Sactown Union
Watch the game on one of the biggest screens around, and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.
1210 66th St B
Sacramento, CA 95819
Alley Katz
With traditional game day food like nachos, tacos, burgers and a wide selection of beers, it is really hard to go wrong with Alley Katz
2019 O St.
Sacramento, CA 95811
El Rey on K
With great tacos and creative cocktails, El Rey on K offers a great menu featuring Mexican street food and a wide range of margaritas.
723 K St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
Sauced BBQ & Spirits
One of the newer additions to the Sacramento scene, Sauced offers southern style BBQ, cocktails, and craft beer.
1028 7th St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
SacFoodies Weekend Picks
By Cheyenne Cameron-Pruitt
The Art of Beer
One of Sacramento’s favorite events has returned: The Art of Beer. The event brings 30+ breweries together for a night of tasting not only the beers on tap, but some favorite food pairings from Sacramento’s Farm-To-Fork restaurants as well. While guests enjoy unlimited tastings of food and drink, they can also take a moment to browse and bid on the 30+ art pieces in the silent auction.
All of the proceeds from the auction will go to Sol Collective. General tickets are $50 and VIP tickets are $70 and can be purchased here.
January 27, 2017
5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
The McCellan Convention Center
5411 Luce Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95652
4th Annual Sacramento Chocolate Salon
Attention chocolate fanatics and aficionados: The Sacramento Chocolate Salon is back for its 4th year and is bringing 20+ chocolatiers and confectioners to the Sacramento area for an event dedicated solely to chocolate. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste and enjoy offerings from the many participants. They will also be able to learn directly from people in the chocolate industry at one of the panel events. Tickets are $20 for advance purchase and $25 at the door. This is a kid-friendly event, children ages 12 and under are $10.
January 28, 2017
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Embassy Suites Hotel: Riverfront Promenade
100 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814
Dinner with Chopped Winner Chef Charleen
Chef Charleen dominated the competition on Chopped and now she is bringing the competition to you. Savor Sacramento presents a night in the kitchen with Chef Charleen. She will demonstrate a three-course menu and then participants will break into teams and compete Chopped style, while Chef Charleen provides instruction and help for the teams. The cost is $125 and you can purchase your tickets here for this one-of-a-kind event.
January 28, 2017
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Lulu’s Kitchen
701 16th Street, Suite 130
Sacramento, CA 95814
6th Annual Bacon and Beer Night
Sacramento Bacon Fest is officially underway and you can check out our roundup of the main events here. A highlight is the 6th Annual Bacon and Beer Night, hosted by Pangaea Bier Café. A menu featuring the award-winning Pangaea bacon burger paired with the Bacon Suicide IPA will be ready to enjoy. Continue the bacon celebration!
January 28, 2017
5:00 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Pangaea Bier Café
2743 Franklin Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95818
Bacon Paella on the Patio
The bacon celebration just won’t stop! This Saturday, in honor of the Sacramento Bacon Fest, Selland’s Market Café is cooking up some paella with a special guest: bacon of course. Their paella will include house-cured bacon and chorizo bacon as well, a serving of paella is going for $12. A glass of the house sangria is a perfect companion and will be served by the glass ($5) or the pitcher ($15).
January 28, 2017
11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Selland’s Market Café
5340 H St.
Sacramento, CA 95819
Old Vine Express
The Old Vine Express is kicking off its monthly wine tours this weekend. This Sacramento classic offers guests a chance to try Northern California wines, enjoy a live band and a smooth ride on the Old Vine Express. Each tour offers a selection of 15 wines, eight tastes of your choice and a souvenir tasting glass. Though a meal is not included in the ticket price, there is an option to purchase one with your ticket.
Tickets can be purchased here.
January 28, 2017
3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Boarding Location
400 N Harbor Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95816
Deschutes Street Pub
By: Harrison Reilly
For the second year in a row, Bend, Oregon’s Deschutes Brewery took over the 1800 block of Capitol Avenue for their traveling Street Pub. With 100% of the proceeds going to Runnin’ for Rhet, the event was an opportunity for Sacramento beer lovers to try unique brews, enjoy live music, eat great food and support a worthy and local cause.
The Deschutes Street Pub has been visiting cities across the United States, offering fans the chance to try their wide ranging beer selection, including some rare releases. While I didn’t get to try the food, Deschutes’ head chef Jeff Usinowicz was creating custom dishes with help from local chefs Wesley Nilson from De Vere’s Irish Pub and Ryan Rose from Zocalo.
As for the beer, it didn’t disappoint. If I had attended during the evening hours, I would have given their porters and stouts a try. I’m a big fan of their aged stout, The Abyss, but the late afternoon heat called for some lighter beers.
Here’s what I had:
- Sagefight Imperial IPA: This double IPA was very smooth for having an 8% ABV. The sage was a great touch without it being overpowering.
- The Dissident: Only poured in a 30 minute window, this limited production sour was a thrill to taste for die hard Deschutes fans in attendance. Although I’m not a big fan of sours, I really enjoyed this one and its wine-like qualities.
- Armory XPA: Described to me as an “experimental pale ale”, this beer was the most refreshing of the three I tried on a surprisingly hot afternoon.
This was a fantastic event and a great addition to Sacramento’s fall events calendar. We hope Deschutes makes their third trip to Sacramento next October.
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