Downtown’s French restaurant Brasserie du Monde is among the businesses taking part in Dine Downtown 2025. | Photo via @brasserie.dumonde
Dine Downtown — an annual celebration of Sac’s culinary scene — returns Friday, Jan. 10-Sunday, Jan. 19. Here’s what you should know about the fun foodie event.
For starters, participating restaurants will offer prix fixe, three-course meals for $45. Standout menus include:
Brasserie du Monde | The French restaurant’s special menu features soup or salad, entrees like pan-seared salmon or braised beef short rib, and chocolate mousse.
Capitol Garage | On the menu: Cheddar cornbread salad, a tofu hash, and an apple cinnamon concha.
Indulging in Dine Downtown is easy as pie — just pick a participating restaurant, make a reservation, and ask for the prix fixe menu. According to event organizers, $1 from each meal will be donated to a local charity. Chef’s kiss.
Events
Events
Thursday, Jan. 9
“Mind In Color” | Thursday, Jan. 9-Friday, Feb. 28 | 4-10 p.m. | TAP Wine Lounge | Free | This curated showcase explores the depth and vibrancy of Black culture through artistic expression.
Friday, Jan. 10
“Guardians of The Galaxy” Live in Concert | Friday, Jan. 10-Saturday, Jan. 11 | 7 p.m. | Harris Center, Folsom | $54+ | The Sacramento Preparatory Music Academy Rock Orchestra performs a live rendition of the film’s soundtrack — we hear it’ll be Marvel-ous.
Elk Grove Restaurant Week | Friday, Jan. 10-Sunday, Jan. 19 | Multiple locations | Cost of purchase | Sign up for a free restaurant week pass to enjoy exclusive meals, discounts, and deals.
Saturday, Jan. 11
“Path to Illumination” | 5-8 p.m. | Arthouse | Free | Artist Kristine Bybee’s exhibition debuts with an opening reception in the gallery; her works will remain on display through Sunday, Feb. 2.
Bill Engvall | 8 p.m. | Thunder Valley Casino, Lincoln | $65+ | “The Bill Engvall Show” actor and “Blue Collar Comedy Tour” funnyman performs his stand-up tour.
Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink | Through Monday, Jan. 20 | 10 a.m.-9 p.m. | Ali Youssefi Square | $15 | Glide into the cool downtown rink while you still can.
Paint & Plant | 2-4 p.m. | Device Brewing Company | $34 | Make 2025 all about growth, starting with this creative class where you’ll paint your own ceramic planter and then plant a succulent in it.
Wednesday, Jan. 15
Sarah Adams in Conversation with Julie Soto | 7-9 p.m. | Davis Veterans Memorial Center, Davis | $29 | The New York Times bestselling author will celebrate the release of her newest book, “Beg, Borrow, or Steal.”
🤝 Imagine the impact if we all volunteered on January 20
Presented by AmeriCorps
Join AmeriCorps in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King by volunteering this MLK Day. | Photos provided by AmeriCorps
Did you know? Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan. 20) is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer.
For 30 years, the MLK Day of Service has grown as more people embrace the idea that citizenship involves taking an active role in improving the communities where we live, work, and play.
After multiple delays due to migrating whales and other factors, commercial Dungeness crab season is now open off most of NorCal’s coast. Local fishers are eager to make up for lost time while customers look to get their claws on fresh-caught crab they’ve been waiting for since November. (The Mercury News)
State
California has introduced lots of new laws for 2025 — we’re still catching up. This includes the “daylighting” law that impacts parking within 20 ft of any marked or unmarked crosswalk, and the legalization of “cannabis cafes,” which allows cannabis businesses to sell food, non-alcoholic drinks, and host live performances. (CBS News + ABC10)
Open
Lots of tacos, anyone?5 Tacos & Beers has expanded to Sac, opening a Midtown location on 16th Street across from Fremont Park. Menu standouts include an all-you-can-eat Taco Tuesday deal and a $25 all-you-can-eat brunch buffet.
Coming Soon
We smell BBQ. Horn Barbecue — a restaurant from famed Bay Area pitmaster Matt Horn — will debut next month in Elk Grove. In partnership with local restaurateur Michael Hargis, the restaurant will replace Slow & Low on Railroad Street and will feature a bar, live music, and appearances from renowned chefs. (The Sacramento Bee)
Travel
Alaska Airlines is now offering a new nonstop flight from Sacramento International Airport to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The flight takes three hours and fares start at $276. BRB — booking a vacation.
Real Estate
A “resort-style” home in Granite Bay recently sold for $5.25 million, potentially signaling a rise in prices for luxury listings in our region. The 8,000-sqft property features five bedrooms, a home movie theater, a wine cellar, a guest suite, a boat garage, and a pool with a waterfall. (The Sacramento Bee)
Trending
Curry Brand will release its latest Fox 1 Colorway basketball sneakers tomorrow — “Banzitos” — a bright orange + black shoe with subtle pops of teal. The shoe’s name and colors were inspired by Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox’s favorite local food truck, Banzito’s Tacos.
Watch
“En Memoria” — a locally produced short film about a mom in a dystopian future struggling to complete her daughter’s quinceñera dress — earned a spot at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, which begins Thursday, Jan. 23. According to the city, the production of the sci-fi drama contributed $16,328 in local spending.
Arts
The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for local + regional bands to perform at its Summer 2025 West Sac Rhythm on the River Summer Concert Series from late May to August. Submissions are due by Friday, Jan. 17, and must include a sample of live performance and band photo.
Sports
Could Jordan Montgomery be the A’s missing piece? Dive into the team’s off-season strategies as they look to finalize their 2025 roster and hear from the local experts with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
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Health
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Wellness
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City Guide
City Guide
📚 Do it for the plot
We want to collect them all. | Photo by @megtristao, Megan Stroup Tristao
Trying to read more in 2025? Brew up a batch of your favorite cup of tea or coffee and get ready to meet your next read, because we’re talking about locally written books in Sacramento.
Fiction
“Almost Family” by Ann Bancroft | Release date: May 28, 2024 | The former reporter’s debut novel follows Liz Millanova — a stage four cancer patient estranged from her daughter — as she joins a support group and makes friends aiming to enjoy life while they can.
For the family
“Logan’s Greenhouse” by JaNay Brown-Wood | Release date: 2022 | Learn the basics of gardening and healthy eating in this picture book that follows its main character as he searches for missing carrots before organizing a pet play date for his friends.
The best two-piece sweatsuit for running errands, work-from-home days, or cozy weekends. We love the knit fabric and the roomy turtleneck design for extra comfort.
The buzz for the A’s is building at Sutter Health Park, but we’re also excited to see the River Cats return to the West Sac venue. The team recently revealed its promotions calendar for the first half of 2025 and we spy fun giveaways like a Heliot Ramos Bobblehead on Friday, March 28 for the first 2,500 fans. Single game tickets are now on sale, too.
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