Starters RECIPES

Tortilla Español

This year for our holiday party, the SacFoodies opted for a Spanish Tapas Party at the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op. With instructor Ame Harrington at the helm, each team learned how to make one of six Spanish tapas and I chose team Tortilla Español. Despite its name, it is not a tortilla at all; well, […]

SacFoodies Halloween Potluck

SacFoodies concocted a spooky Halloween feast last week. Check out the highlights from the ghoulish grub…if you dare!  Olive Artichoke Party Dip: This recipe for Olive Artichoke Party Dip featuring California Ripe Olives (client) was a breeze to make!  With only five ingredients and no need to turn on the oven or stove, this was […]

Watermelon Pico de Gallo

I’ve finally found the perfect combination of sweet and spicy and the ingredients have been right under my nose this whole time. In fact, I decided to try this new recipe from one of my favorite bloggers, Ree Drummond of The Pioneer Woman. As you know, the theme of our 6th Annual SacFoodies Potluck was […]

Noodles & Company Spring Menu Tasting

By Ana Marie and Sara Ortega Ana Marie: When one hears the name Noodle & Company, thoughts about appetizing Asian cuisine or tasty Italian pasta may come to mind.  Yet, unbeknownst to many, Noodles & Company is so much more than merely noodles!  This charming restaurant prides itself with a diverse menu that ranges from […]

Help A Fellow Sacramentan Win A Million Dollars!

It’s time to show some Sacramento support! Leslie Navarra, Cal grad and Sacramento resident, is a semi-finalist in the 45th Pillsbury Bake-Off contest. Her recipe for Apricot-Bacon Flatbread was selected out of tens of thousands of entries and is now going head-to head in a public vote against one other recipe for a chance to […]