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K Street’s KBAR: Can’t Complain

July 3, 2012 at 7:31 pm · Filed under Downtown Walkabout, Events, Farmers' Markets, Food, Happy Hour Spots, Late Night and tagged: Friday Night Concerts in the Park, K Street, KBAR, Sacramento

Cesar Chavez Park, Friday Night C in the P

This part sports bar, part urban hang-out really packed ‘em in before and after Friday Night Concert in the Park. Located at the corner of 10th & K where the old Cosmo Café used to be, KBAR delivered some good, solid service to our small group and properly poured drinks (even during Happy Hour).

They have patio and indoor open-air seating, a nice selection of savory bites (like Salt & Spice Peanut Caramel Corn, Housemade Chips, Mac & Cheese), late night hours, a can’t-beat Happy Hour, and bottomless Mimosa brunch on Saturdays and Sundays (see you there?!).

Now, I’m not usually tempted by specialty drinks but the ‘Love in a Glass’, ‘Springtini’, ‘Pineapple Vodka Mojito’ and ‘The Happy Hendrick’ made me second-guess my ‘vodka cran with a splash of soda’… and just may lure me back a second time.

http://www.paragarys.com/sacramento-restaurants/k-bar/

P.S. For cool and explosive things to do tonight and tomorrow (in honor of our Independence Day), check out: http://www.DowntownGrid.com

And for some mouth-watering, just-picked nutrition, check out what’s in season at Sacramento’s Farmers’ Markets. For instance, peach varieties include the white Ice Princess, the donut-shaped Galaxy White, and the yellow Summer Sweet. Nectarine varieties include the super sweet yellow Honey Blaze and the yellow Bright Pearl. http://www.california-grown.com/Market-times.html

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What’s a’Happenin’, Hotstuff?

June 5, 2011 at 11:57 pm · Filed under Casual Fun, Celebrations, Clarksburg, Culture, Downtown, Events, Exhibits, Farmers' Markets, Festivals, Rural, Theatre, What's New

Early Summer Fun

See a Play ~
Sexy, saucy play ‘OR’ to debut and close out 6-year run at the Delta King Theatre – June 17 – July 17. In addition, the Pilothouse Restaurant will be offering a specially priced $29 three-course dinner for theatre patrons. 916-995-5464, http://www.capstage.org

From Farm to You~
Announcing New Farmers’ Markets Locations:
1)Beautiful east end State Capitol Park, 15th & L Streets, every Thursday, 10AM to 1:30PM
2)St. Rose of Lima Park, 7th & K Street, every Friday, 10AM to 1:30PM (street or mall parking, light rail)
http://www.ca-grown.com

Portuguese Partay~
Come One, Come All for a Parade, Mass, Auction, Eats, Live Music & Fresh Air! The Freeport/Clarksburg Portuguese Festa will be held Sunday, June 19th at 54113 S. River Rd. 916-373-9942

100 Years of Making a Difference~
Stop to once again celebrate your rights at the Sacramento History Museum with the unveiling of the ‘We Won the Vote’ exhibit on June 16th. 916-808-7059, http://www.historicoldsac.org

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What’s So Great About CA Produce?

May 24, 2011 at 5:39 pm · Filed under Agriculture, Does a Body Good, Farmers' Markets, Food & Wine, Great Outdoors

Juicy!

Where do I begin?

Season Debuts:
Earlicots – The first apricots to arrive, tart
Aprium – Rich in flavor
Poppy Cot – Apricots with a blush
White and Yellow Peaches and Nectarines – Try the yellow Queen Crest and the white Snow Angel
Golden Rainiers Cherris – Have the pinkest glow
Blueberries from the Delta – Antioxidant-rich

Fresh Vegetables – Onions, garlic, broccoli, summer squash, pickling cucumbers, bok choy, swiss chard
Root vegetables – Beets, carrots, and radishes

Insider Tip: Fresh green – yes, green! – garbanzo beans can soon be found at the farmers’ markets in their fuzzy pillowlike pods, and some farmers pull the entire bushy plant from the roots. This means fresh garbanzos are here for a limited time. Not only are they rich in minerals and folate, but just one ounce provides 5 grams of both protein and fiber.

Many vegetables are able to grow year round in California because of its varied climates. However, some crops are phased out in order to make room for new ones. Different types of lettuce and greens are replanted often, so let the growers know which ones you like best.

For recipes, market locations, dates and times, and more visit http://www.ca-grown.com!

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About ‘The Good Life, Sacramento’

There is something special about Sacramento; the rich land upon which it was built, the rivers that flow through, the bounty around it and the people who make the Sacramento area their home. Life is good in California’s Capital City for many reasons, including climate and geography, community and amenities, nature and wildlife, and so much more. It’s hard to imagine a warmer feeling than a sunshine-drenched morning here, an easier feeling than a refreshing post-rain spring day, or a more engaging experience than a night on the town with friends or family. There’s truly something here for everyone and every mood, for Sacramento is a shifting entity itself, with four distinct but relatively mild seasons, diverse neighborhoods and people, a ripening food and restaurant scene, year-round events and outdoor fun, and daytime and night-time adventures. Its magic is a blend of history and tradition, vision and reinvention. And there’s so much pleasure to be had here – with family and friends, food and wine, adventures and experiences – that they’re likely to create the kind of fond memories that might seem so familiar… but aren’t quite like any other.