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Taco spots around Sacramento

Carne asada, anyone? | Photo by @nixtaco

National Taco Day might be behind us — having graced our presence on Tues., Oct. 4 — but fear not Sacramentans. Real estate company Clever recently ranked Sacramento No. 15 in its 2022 list of Best Taco Cities in America, with the River City also pulling the No. 4 spot for Carnitas and the No. 2 spot for taco trucks.

All this bite-sized data is making us think it might be time for an update to our nickname. City of Tacos, anyone? Well, if you’re as hungry as us from all this taco talk, dive into our list of nine taquerías around Sacramento that will make your mouth water. 🌮

Paquitas, 49 Bicentennial Circle
Order $2 street tacos from this family-owned food truck or hire the team to cater your next party with a taco cart, food truck, or taco bar buffet.

Carnitas El Rincon, 2201 Northgate Blvd. + 8979 Folsom Blvd.
Taste the flavors of the Mexican state of Michoacán with generous portions of carnitas in a variety of combos or as a single for $3.49.

Zocalo, Locations vary
The tacos de cazuela — chicken or steak sauteed with chorizo, onions, and mushrooms and baked in queso — are sure to delight your taste buds.

El Cora Birria, 7900 Fruitridge Rd.
Made from a family recipe, try these Tijuana-style birria tacos with your choice of beef or goat meat and consommé broth.

Bambi Vegan Tacos, 1725 I St.
Try four different vegan options of farm-fresh, made-from-scratch tacos, including house-made chorizo and crimini mushroom beef.

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Monday, October 17

KNCI 105.1 Presents: Golf & Guitars 2022 | Mon., Oct. 17, Tue., Oct. 18 | 5-10 p.m. | Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, 3645 Fulton Ave., Sacramento | $35.00 - $150.00 | Enjoy Monday’s country music showcase and then take a swing at Tuesday’s celebrity golf tournament and children’s charity concert.

Tuesday, October 18

Paint Your Pet Paint Class | Tue., Oct. 18 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Whired Wine Window, 1121 L St., Sacramento | $45.00 | Create a tribute to your pet while enjoying a glass of wine, no experience needed.

Wednesday, October 19

Sacramento Kings vs. Portland Trail Blazers | Wed., Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento | $10.00 - $418.00 | The Ying Yang Twins will perform a halftime show for the King’s 2022-2023 season opener.
Saosin | Wed., Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Goldfield Trading Post, 238 Vernon St., Roseville | $59.00 | The emo rockers from Orange County visit the River City.

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Weather

77º | Mostly cloudy | 8% chance of rain ⛅️

Sports

Indomitable. Republic FC will face off against New Mexico United this Saturday, Oct. 22, in the first round of the USL Championship Playoffs. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. ⚽️

Health

With flu season on the horizon, Sacramento County is offering residents the opportunity to get both flu and COVID-19 vaccinations for free at multiple locations throughout our area. Find the one nearest you. 💉 (Sac Bee)

Biz

Target confirmed plans to open a distribution center in Sacramento after purchasing a site in Metro Air Park for $32.4 million. Target already occupies — but does not own — a 1.8 million sqft distribution center in nearby Woodland. 🛍 (Sac Biz Journal)

Traffic

Ahead of the IRONMAN California race on Sun., Oct. 23, the city has announced the closure of some streets in the area beginning as early as today. The areas most affected will be Old Sac, Capitol Mall, and downtown between F and N streets. (Sacramento City Express)

Eat

Golden 1 Center’s culinary team will be sourcing ingredients from local farms and ranches for their dishes during the 2022-23 NBA season. Offerings include Sactown Fries made with 16-hour slow-cooked meat, pico de gallo, guacamole, housemade nacho cheese, and sour cream. 🍽 (Sac Biz Journal)

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Satisfy your sweet tooth with a handmade vegan cake from the Sacramento-based Pluto Bakery. Choose your favorite flavor — may we suggest red velvet — and Pluto will ship it right to your door. 🎂*

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A look at the Kings upcoming season 👑

A look at the Sacramento Kings upcoming 2022-2023 season

The crowd at Sacramento Kings Fan Fest 2022

Kings fans filled the arena yesterday for Fan Fest 2022 | Photo by SACtoday Staff

Kings fans have a lot to be excited about headed into the 2022-2023 season — which tips off Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Much like the title of an old Lil’ Wayne mixtape, Kings fans are hoping tha drought is over and that the team can finally earn a playoff berth for the first time since the 2005-2006 season.

Here are a few tidbits to help you get excited:

The Kings hired Mike Brown to be the team’s new head coach, who has only posted two losing seasons in his eight years in the role for other teams.
The team’s lineup has changed dramatically following last season’s trade to acquire Domantas Sabonis.
The Kings selected Keegan Murray with the No. 4 overall pick in June’s NBA Draft, who was later named the NBA Summer League MVP.
ESPN’s Marc Spears has predicted Murray will win Rookie of the Year honors, and that the team will make the playoffs.

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