Really feel for all those people with the “cilantro tastes like soap” gene. | Photo by @chandostacos
Super Bowl LIX kicks off Sunday, Feb. 9. As you watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles, you’re going to need snacks.
We’ve rounded up a few local options for your game day spread that will help you score major points with your guests. Kick back, relax, and grub.
Chando’s Tacos | Family Packs Feeding a big team? Order 1-pound or 2-pound Family Packs of protein like carnitas, birria, chicken, and carne asada and piece together some tacos at home. You also can’t go wrong with tacos that are already assembled — try the asada, fish, chorizo, veggie, or adobada.
Fire Wings | Chicken wings
With multiple locations across the city, it’s easy to flock to this option. For your Super Bowl spread, you’ll want to order wings by the piece or family packs ranging from 10 to 100 wings. You can get several flavors and dips with each combo.
Fresh Funnies with Rudy Ortiz | 7-8:30 p.m. | Laughs Unlimited | $13 | Tonight’s showcase of up-and-coming comics will feature Rudy Ortiz and special guests John Mondragon, Drew Absher, and Nate Shaw.
Friday, Feb. 7
“Amélie the Musical” | Through Saturday, Feb. 15 | Times vary | Woodland Opera House, Woodland | $15+ | Based on the 2001 French film, this musical tells the story of Parisian Amélie Poulain as she secretly performs acts of kindness for the people around her.
Saturday, Feb. 8
Souls for Sojo 5K Run/Walk | 7 a.m.-1 p.m. | In-Shape Family Fitness | $40 | The Sojourner Truth African American Heritage Museum leads this walk, run, and family-friendly community resource fair advocating for health in the Black community.
Valentine Run/Walk: Race for Justice | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Behind Country Club Plaza | $30+ | Runners of all ages can get active at this event featuring fun runs for the kids, a 1.8-mile untimed route, and a four-mile timed race.
Galentine’s Day Tasting | 12-2 p.m. | Fizz Champagne & Bubbles Bar | $66 | Gather your gals and sip your way through five curated rosé and brut bubbles.
Valentine’s Super Jam ’25 Live in Concert | 7 p.m. | Thunder Valley Casino, Lincoln | $82+ | Get ready to groove — this lineup features Zapp, Atlantic Starr, GQ, Bloodstone, The Legendary Blue Notes, Peaches and Herb, and Eddie Holman.
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Sacramento Kings | 7 p.m. | Golden 1 Center | $53+ | It’s Pride Night at Golden 1, a celebration of inclusivity and embracing the LGBTQ+ community.
Sunday, Feb. 9
Scarlet Envy’s Bad Advice| 7-8:30 p.m. | B Street Theatre | $30+ | The drag superstar and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” alumna performs her live cabaret + poetry variety show with a jazzy twist.
Tuesday, Feb. 11
World Ballet Company: “The Great Gatsby” | Tuesday, Feb. 11-Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 7-9 p.m. | Harris Center, Folsom | $62+ | This production — choreographed by Ilya Zhivoy — spotlights the glitz, glam, and jazzy spirit of the roaring 1920s.
Local leaders are mulling over four configurations for a new bridge that would cross the American River and cost up to $300 million. The proposals call for different ways to accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, cars, and public transit. The plans will go to the city council for a vote before moving forward. (The Sacramento Bee)
Sports
We’re not crying, you’re crying. The Kings traded De’Aaron Fox to San Antonio for Zach LaVine, and it hurts. Hear from the local experts on the Sacramento Kings with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Weather
After a dry January, this month is off to a rainy start. A colder storm system is expected to move through our region today, bringing valley rain, strong winds + major impacts to the Sierra. Snow will likely linger in the mountains through the weekend before drier weather returns. (ABC10)
Development
Those vacant Rite Aid buildings lingering around Sacramento for the past few years may get new life. Proposals from various developers are in the works for several former Rite Aid locations, including turning an Arden Creek Town Center building into a gym and a midtown structure into a three-story apartment complex. (The Sacramento Bee)
Open
Helic International Bistro — a casual, cozy, family-owned restaurant — has debuted in South Natomas. The menu fuses French, Italian, American, and Mexican flavors, so you’ll find everything from chilaquiles and sandwiches to crepes and Belgian waffles. It’s open daily starting at 8 a.m.
Travel
Sacramento International Airport recently finished a $15.5 million upgrade to its baggage handling system in Terminal B. SMF said the “invisible improvement” is designed to make baggage sorting faster and more efficient and lead to 48% fewer lost bags.
Community
There are many ways to honor Black History Month in Sacramento. Try the Black History Month Tour through the California Museum, catch the Black Cinema Film Series at the Guild Theater, or check out the Black History Month Art Show on Thursday, Feb. 13, at the West Sacramento Community Center.
Concert
The 2025 Outlaw Music Festival will stop by Toyota Amphitheatre in Wheatland on Sunday, May 18. The lineup will include Willie Nelson + Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, and Lily Meola. General public tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 7.
Biz
The vintage boutique + local art collective Superbum has moved to a new east Sac location at 3673 J St. The business will host a community celebration of its new digs on Saturday, Feb. 15, 12-5 p.m., with guest vendors, vinyl, and permanent jewelry stations.
Try This
Old Sac Paranormal Investigations are returning to the Sacramento History Museum, BF Hastings Building, and Hall, Luhrs & Co. building this month through April. The Thursday night tours cost $40 and include equipment to detect paranormal activity that may be lurking. Book your tour — that is, if you dare.
Finance
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Shop
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Home
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Brunch at The Mimosa House is always a good idea. | Photo via @themimosahouse
Ah, brunch. For many of us, it’s the most important meal of the day. River City’s brunch scene is poppin’ — check out this round of recommendations and don’t forget to bookmark our brunch guide to use time and time again. Happy brunching, friends.
Weekend must
Iron Horse Tavern | Saturday + Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Nestled along the R Street Corridor, this gastropub offers outdoor dining alongside incredible cocktails to start your weekend. Pro tip: Like sleeping in? The Folsom location opens an hour later.
Weekday wonder
Orphan Breakfast House | Daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. | An extension of Naked Coffee, this spot is known for its heaping stacks of pancakes and sweet corn breakfast tamales. Pro tip: This restaurant only accepts cash or check — but there’s an ATM inside.
Daytime party
The Mimosa House | Daily, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | With weekly specials and 50+ varieties of mimosas, no local brunch roundup would be complete without this East Sac staple. Pro tip: Order a mimosa flight to try three flavors at a time or — if you’ve got a group of 4+ — order a mimosa fountain for the table.
While the Super Bowl is exciting and all, Sac has an adorable stake in Puppy Bowl XXI. The lineup includes Dee-Bone Samuel, a poodle mix representing the Sacramento SPCA in the big game.
Named after 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel, you can catch Dee-Bone playing on “Team Ruff” in the cutest competition ever to grace the gridiron airing Sunday, Feb. 9 at 11 a.m. PT on Animal Planet. You’re welcome.
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We asked: When did the first US pizzeria open?
Easy as pie, right? More than 46% of SACtoday readers knew the answer: 1905. Now, go reward yourself with a slice — the City of Trees has lots of great pizza places.
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