Insight With Vicki GonzalezBacon Fest Sacramento In Full SwingJanuary 26, 2016Brian Guido and Magpie Café chef Ed Roehr join Insight to preview this year’s lineup of events for Bacon Fest Sacramento. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityMaking Sense Of Egg LabelsJanuary 25, 2016 | Lesley McClurgMany consumers are increasingly animal-welfare conscious. But, when it comes to buying eggs the options can be overwhelming -- cage-free, organic, pasture-raised. Are the labels worth the extra money? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityCalling All Foodies: Stockton Kicks Off Restaurant WeekJanuary 14, 2016 | Rich IbarraStockton might be a good destination for the next few days for those who consider themselves to be "foodies." Stockton Restaurant Week begins Friday. It's a chance to explore new menus and new venues at bargain prices. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Drought, Wildfires Among Topics Showcased At Film FestivalJanuary 11, 2016 | Chris NicholsFilm makers and environmental activists are set to arrive in Nevada City and Grass Valley this week for the 14th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival.
New California Laws 2016Prohibition-Era Restrictions On California Liquor Distillers To Be LiftedDecember 31, 2015 | Ben AdlerYou wouldn’t believe what California distillers have had to do to sell their own craft liquor in tasting rooms. But that’s about to change. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilitySacramento Food Bank Needs Are Year-RoundDecember 30, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe winter holidays are among the busiest times for the Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services. But the nonprofit agency needs support year-round. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New California Laws 2016New Law Gives Californians "Right to Dry"December 29, 2015 | Amy QuintonYou may not think hanging clothes to dry outside would be a controversial topic, but you’d be wrong. A new law taking effect in January will allow Californians to have clotheslines in backyards. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSucculents Optimal For Sacramento GardensDecember 28, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIf you're looking to keep your garden green through the winter some plants will do it better than others. A type of plant known as a succulent is ideal for this climate. Succulents can weather cooler temps in the winter and hot days in the summer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilitySacramento Charity Loaves & Fishes Offers Hot Meals On ChristmasDecember 24, 2015 | Chris NicholsLoaves & Fishes is offering hot meals for Sacramento's neediest on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityFrench Online Dining Service Available In SacramentoDecember 17, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA popular French online dining service is now available in Sacramento. Think of it like Airbnb for foodies. A local resident prepares a meal for travelers that's shared inside a home. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.