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13th Annual Folsom Wine & Jazz

March 10, 2015 by SacFoodies

Feeling like enjoying a little wine and jazz? Head to the Folsom Community Center this Saturday, March 14 from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM for the annual Folsom Wine & Jazz event, featuring the Folsom High School jazz band and jazz choir, as well as the Sutter and Folsom Middle School jazz bands. Organized by the Folsom High School Music Boosters, this event supports excellence in music education at Folsom High School.
There will be a wide variety of regional wines, such as Carvalho Family Winery, Clos du Lac Cellars, Renwood, Sobon Estate and so many others. There will also be local beers to taste, from both Lockdown and Sudwerk Brewing Cos., as well as food from La Huaca, Sutter Street Steakhouse, Back Wine Bar, India House, Great Harvest Bread Co., Hawks, Willow Cafe and Sweetery, and Jake’s Desserts – to name a few.
For a full list of vendors, and for tickets which are $40 each, go to FolsomMusic.org.
Cheers!

Blaze Pizza

March 9, 2015 by SacFoodies

Blaze Pizza is taking the nation by storm. After opening 50 locations in the last year, the chain is quickly gaining attention for its chef-driven recipes and “build-your-own pizza” assembly-line format.
Often compared to Chipotle and described as the ‘modern’ pizza joint, I had heard nothing but rave reviews since Blaze opened in Gold River. So, when the opportunity came up to tour the kitchen and meet Executive Chef, Bradford Kent, this lucky Sac-Foodie jumped at the chance.
Upon arrival, we dove right in to discussing everything from the local food scene to the history of Blaze. Brad ran through every ingredient, where it was from, and why he selected it for Blaze. It’s not often that you associate chains with fresh, local and health-conscious ingredients but quality is the cornerstone of Blaze Pizza’s whole operation. They even have vegan and gluten-free options on the menu, so no patron is left without a pie of their own.
When it came time to customize my own personal pizza, I chose the white cream sauce, mozzarella and gorgonzola cheese, turkey meatballs, salami, artichokes, black olives and spinach to top my masterpiece.
After a few quick minutes of waiting for the pizzas to be “fast fire’d,” we had our pies, and they were glorious. The baguette-style crust bubbled beautifully and my selected toppings had all the fresh flavor one could ever hope for.

Blaze is also known for their S’more pies

Overall, Brad was the perfect host with a clear passion for pizza – we even got to do an impromptu olive oil tasting! Yum! Visit the Blaze Pizza nearest you and tell us how you personalize your pie.
Blaze Pizza
2137 Golden Centre Ln.
Gold River, CA 95670
10325 Fairway Dr.
Roseville, CA 95678
(Coming Soon)
212 F St.
Davis, CA 95616

Employee Appreciation Day + Hock Farm Craft & Provisions

March 5, 2015 by SacFoodies

Tomorrow is Employee Appreciation Day, and here at SacFoodies we know there’s no better way to say thanks to your loyal staff than offering up the chance to enjoy some top-notch food and spirits.
Yes, you CAN become the most beloved boss of all time tomorrow – simply invest in some tickets to Hock Farm Craft & Provisions’sRuhstaller five-course dinner with beer pairings, running through Saturday. Dole these coveted tickets out with all the grace of the benevolent leader you are, and your gift of grub will pay you back tenfold with all those hours of extra, happy productivity.
Tickets run $65 a pop, but what expense is too large when it comes to showing appreciation for your fellow man? With each ticket comes a delicious showcase of the best local fare, punctuated with delicious items like beer risotto and beer-braised Angus beef (you see the Sacramento Beer Week theme here).
So get your tickets now, and go down in history as the favorite CEO, “Culinary Experience Offer-er.”
I know. I challenge you to come up with a better acronym.

Sacramento: A Coffee Capitol in its Own Right

January 23, 2015 by SacFoodies

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!

Wordless Wednesday: South

January 7, 2015 by SacFoodies

Lunch at Sacramento’s new restaurant, South:

The Chef’s Burger with Havarti, leek-shallot jam, bacon confit, spicy aioli and house pickles on a brioche bun.
The Hot Pot with steamed shrimp, scallops and mussels, sweet baby peppers, fingerling potatoes and roasted poblanos served over three cheese grits.
Looking for the restaurant website? It’s www.weheartfriedchicken.com.
South
2005 11th Street
Sacramento, CA 95818
916.382.9722