10th Year on Tap
As the number of local breweries soared, so did the popularity of Sacramento Beer Week
Sacramento Beer Week, entering its 10th year, is one of the longest running regional craft beer celebrations in the country. As this year’s event prepares to kick off April 26, the statewide craft beer scene is stronger than ever. California is now home to more than 980 breweries, compared to fewer than 300 in 2012, according to statistics released by the California Craft Beer Association.
Three New Restaurants Reach Back to Owners’ Roots
Sacramento is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the country, and the metropolitan area’s dining scene is just as varied, due to local chefs and restaurateurs who recognize the connective power of the table.
Star Search
Can a California guide boost Sacramento’s chances of nabbing a Michelin star?
After several weeks of rumors, two years of lobbying from Visit Sacramento and over a decade of fruitless attempts by local chefs to capture the attention of the most influential food guide in the world, Michelin finally rolled into town in March.
In the Making: From Bean to Bar
Cru Chocolate’s Karla McNeil-Rueda takes beans to bars from her Roseville home.
Rising Tide
Contract brewer High Water close to opening a taproom and restaurant in Lodi
Although High Water Brewing has been in operation for more than eight years, there has long been confusion about exactly what city the craft-beer business calls home.
Women in Leadership: Shannon Deary-Bell, Nor-Cal Beverage
As part of our 2019 salute to women in leadership, we feature seven of the Capital Region’s most relevant and successful women leaders — here’s one of them.
Startup of the Month: Pheronym
In the mood for pest control
Nematodes pose a conundrum to farmers. The worm-like microscopic creatures are everywhere. Some are parasitic, infecting plants and destroying crops — but others actually attack insect pests. The ability to target the “bad” while leaving the “good” unharmed would be a boon for agricultural production.
Elizabeth-Rose Mandalou is Sacramento’s First Female Advanced Sommelier
Sacramento’s first woman to become Advanced Sommelier aims to elevate the local wine scene.
The Rise of the Pastry Stout
Local breweries respond to customer demand for dessert-like imperial stouts
Dark beers have developed a serious sweet tooth.
Land of Libations
Rancho Cordova’s Barrel District is on track for growth
A promotional effort created by the City and supported by the
Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce, the Barrel District is an
attempt to unite these craft beverage manufacturers and brand
Rancho Cordova as a distinct destination for beer and
spirits.