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The Perfect Progressive Dinner Out on the Town
Sacramento has an overwhelming amount of choices when it comes to planning a night out on the town. The thought of picking just one destination can be quite daunting. The good news is you don’t have to...
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Pan de Muerto
Pan de Muerto is a bread that is traditionally baked during Dia de los Muertos (day of the dead) celebrations meant to honor loved ones who have passed away. Dia de los Muertos is observed on November...
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Winter Squash Gratin
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Reflections of Gratitude
While we are grateful for our countless blessings all year long, November has recently been named the official “National Gratitude Month” by National Day Calendar. The abundance of social media posts...
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Holiday Shopping: Sacramento Style
The time of year is upon us when we all feel the struggle between experiencing a sense of excitement and nostalgia about holiday festivities, while at the same time being overcome with anxiety about...
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Simple Snickerdoodle Cookies
While snickerdoodle cookies can be enjoyed all year long, there is something special about indulging in the cinnamon and sugar treat during the holidays. Baking cookies can be a fun family activity,...
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Napa Cabbage Salad
The appetizing Napa Cabbage Salad was a favorite on the menu at the original Paragary’s Bar & Oven for many years. We have received a lot of requests for us to add this delectable salad to the new...
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Get to Know Your Chef
Originally from Sacramento, CA, Chef Jason Azevedo made his way cooking all around Northern California including Chico, Napa Valley, Sonoma, Marin, and Mendocino. Chef Jason was part of the “pop-up”...
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Terrific Tiramisu
First introduced to the Esquire Grill menu during Dine Downtown 2016, this rich and creamy tiramisu was such a hit that it found a home on the main menu. Now you can indulge in this decadent chocolate...
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Keeping Up with Paragary Restaurant Group in 2016
Whenever someone finds out I work for Paragary Restaurant Group, one of the first questions they always ask is what Randy Paragary is really like. I am not sure what they are expecting me to say, but...
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Creamsicle Delight
This is a traditional “semi-freddo” recipe, made in three parts and then folded together at the end. ‘Semi-freddo’ means ‘semi-frozen’ in Italian! The creamsicle is a light but decadent dessert with...
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PRG All-Stars
If you have ever sat at the bar at Paragary’s Midtown or Hock Farm Craft & Provisions, you have probably had the pleasure of being served by bartender extraordinaire, Baron Stelling. Not only is he...
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How to hatch the most delicious Deviled Eggs this Spring
When the sun is shining and the birds are chirping, the barbeque invites start arriving. The spring and summer seasons bring with it many reasons to celebrate, such as St. Patrick’s Day, Easter,...
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Meet Cafe Bernardo All-Star: Irving Aquino
When you walk into Cafe Bernardo Midtown on a weekday morning, one of the first friendly faces you will see is Irving Aquino standing behind the register. He makes the best lattes and cappuccinos, and...
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Corned Beef: An American-Irish Tradition
March is known as the month that everyone becomes Irish Americans who love to wear green and eat corned beef. But, did you know that corned beef is actually not traditionally eaten in Ireland, but was...
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Quinoa: the super hero of whole grains
We have all heard of the common grains like wheat, rye, barley, rice, and corn (yes, corn is a grain, not a vegetable!). Maybe it is just because we all have a hard time pronouncing it, but ‘Quinoa’...
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Berkley Bar has a new sheriff in town!
Since opening its doors a little over two years ago, Berkley Bar in the Pavilion shopping center has become a popular spot to enjoy a libations and provisions in a friendly and lively (yet relaxing)...
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Red Quinoa & Cauliflower Salad
Quinoa is the super hero of whole grains. It is a versatile grain that can be mixed with an endless combination of ingredients to create satisfying and healthy salads, side dishes, or even take center...
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Spice it up at Centro Cocina with Alexis Johnson, server extraodinaire!
Centro Cocina Mexicana, located on the corner of 28th and J Street, has been a staple in midtown Sacramento for over 20 years. Centro is committed to serving fresh, authentic dishes that represent the...
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Ceviche with Avocado, Mango & Habanero Chiles
Ceviche is a seafood dish that is sure to be a crowd pleaser at your next fiesta! Typically, it consists of raw fish, or shrimp, marinated in citrus juice, and mixed with avocado, tomatoes, onion and...
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