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Blue Diamond’s Sacramento Exit Marks the End of an Era for California Almonds | Opinion
A former CEO reflects on the growth of California almonds and what Blue Diamond's move means for workers and the city
Blue Diamond Growers built California almonds from a niche crop
to a global industry while based in Sacramento. As it reduces its
presence in the city, a former CEO remembers its 1970s
heyday.
Experience California Tea at UC ANR’s First ‘Tea Day’
The first tea harvest at Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center follows more than 50 years of research
Next month, the Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center plans to host its first CA Tea Day, celebrating and sharing its recent work on tea cultivation.
NFL Legend Tom Brady’s Warm Welcome in Sacramento Heralds Growing Popularity of Collectible Cards
The superstar quarterback came to promote the new CardVault collectible store at Downtown Commons
The seven-time Super Bowl champion was here to promote his collecting and trading card shop, CardVault by Tom Brady, which is located in Downtown Commons.
After Setbacks and Restarts, a Beloved Sacramento Sushi Chef Is Back on His Own Terms
Lou’s Sushi, the Sacramento favorite that closed in 2017, is back with a focus on hand rolls (not pizzas)
Lou’s Sushi is back as a solo effort from chef Lou Valente, following years of resets, pop-ups and rebuilding.
The Chinese Art of Tea Takes Hold in the Sacramento Region
Practitioners say gongfu cha encourages mindfulness and presence
Gongfu cha, which means making tea with effort in Chinese, is a method of preparing and appreciating high-quality tea in small amounts, through repeated pours. Many are turning to the art form as another way to find balance and harmony.
Sacramento Afghan Community Reacts to Suspension of Asylum Cases
In Sacramento County, home to the country’s largest Afghan American population, asylum seekers fear for their safety
The Sacramento region welcomed thousands of Afghan refugees and
asylum seekers in the aftermath of the U.S. withdrawal from
Afghanistan. After retaliatory changes in immigration procedures
following the shooting of two National Guard members, many are
worried.
A Seat at the Bar: A Southern Food Surprise in … Roseville?
Chef Q brings California modern comfort food to his restaurant Q1227
The Seat at the Bar diner explores a restaurant visited by
luminaries including Snoop Dogg, Ryan Coogler and the
Timberwolves in an unlikely location — a busy shopping
mall.
Sacramento’s Cocktail Scene Evolves at the Ten Ten Room
New owner Jason Lockard and bartender Tanner Doyle blend creativity, history and neighborhood ease at the reborn Ten Ten Room
The low-profile downtown Sacramento cocktail bar is making a comeback.
9 New Food Items for the Ninth Year of the Golden 1 Center
Chicken and waffles and bao buns are among the offerings unveiled as the Sacramento Kings kick off their 2025-26 season
There will be nine new entries to represent the ninth year of the Golden 1 Center, including a chicken-and-waffle sandwich, porchetta fries and bao buns. And once again, the Kings and their food partner Legends Hospitality made the effort to have the ingredients locally sourced.
When There’s a Still, There’s a Way
Amador County winery Iron Hub branches out with its own brandy, starting with a homemade still
Some wineries across America, from the California coast to Maine, have expanded from traditional wine making into the distilling process, using their grapes to make high octane spirits. Here’s how Amador County winemaker Tom Jones keeps his spirits up as the wine industry trends down.