Visit Sacramento Podcast

Visit Sacramento Podcast

Visit Sacramento introduces you to the people who make California’s capital a vibrant place to travel and live.

Episodes

August 21, 2025 17 mins
On this week's episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast, Phil Ogilvie, CEO of Silt Wine Company, shares how his family has gone from growing wines for four generations to producing its own wines, using the best varietals and grapes for their own products. He explains the history, and how you can visit the winery and enjoy those wines yourself.
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Babes Ice Cream & Donuts serves a medley of items, from ice cream and donuts to churros and espresso drinks in Midtown Sacramento. The gluten-free treats are popular, and the business is open until 9 p.m., giving you plenty of time to get a dessert after a dinner out.
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Camden Spit and Larder is Chef Oliver Ridgeway's flagship restaurant, where he brings his love of food, his British heritage and his drive to deliver fresh, tasty food in America's Farm-to-Fork Capital to diners every day.

On this week's episoe, he shares his background, what makes Camden Spit and Larder successful, and details of his new venture.
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Coin Op sits between Sacramento's Golden 1 Center and the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in the heart of downtown, providing a bar/arcade experience to let adults relive their younger days when they played arcade games carefree. Food and drinks help round out the entertainment, and it's a popular stop for people going to events at Golden 1 Center or in town for conventions. Assistant General Manager Georgio Tate shares what ma...
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Anchor & Tree Coffee Roasting Co. is a Midtown Sacramento roastery dedicated to sustainability, community, and crafting exceptional coffee. On this episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast, owner Donovan Albert shares the journey from launching the business to building a zero-emissions, eco-friendly café that supports more than 40 local makers. Donovan discusses their unique electric roasting technology, co-fermented coffee bean...
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The World's Strongest Man is a competition designed to push the Strongmen competitors to their absolute limits, challenging not only their physical strength but their agility and mental toughness too.   On this episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast, Terry Hollands, former World's Strongest Man competitor and current World's Strongest Man Ambassador, shares the process to become a Strongman, what to expect at this year's competiti...
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Empire Arts Collective is a Sacramento-based nonprofit performing arts organization committed to creating joyful, inclusive spaces for artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. On this episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast, Bernie Baktashian the Director of Artistic Community Programming, shares insights into the Collective’s unique programs, upcoming events, opportunities to get involved, and the group’s mission to make ...
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Step inside Butcher and Barrel with owner Kevin McBride for an elevated casual experience. This isn't your average steakhouse atmosphere - everything from jeans and jerseys to date-night glam are welcome. Guests will find an unforgettably fresh farm-to-fork menu featuring dry-aged steaks and mouthwatering fish, plus uniquely curated vegetarian dishes that won't have anyone leaving hungry.
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The skies over Sacramento will soon be filled with unique and exciting aircraft from the iconic planes that fought in World War II to today's newest stealth planes with vertical takeoff capabilities and the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. They're joined by a host of civilian aircraft and performers to provide a great day of family fun.

Gates open at 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 22-23, with plenty of displays on the ground, and planes ta...
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March 13, 2025 53 secs
The Visit Sacramento Podcast is back in 2025 with a small change, and a lot of big events to talk avbout, from sporting events to music festivals and the inaugural Terra Madre Americas coming this fall, it's an exciting yeear in Sacramento
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Celebration Arts, Sacramento’s premier Black theater company, is committed to celebrating diversity and cultivating talent. The organization provides training and opportunities for aspiring performers and playwrights of all skill levels and backgrounds. On this episode, Erinn Anova, the Executive Director of Celebration Arts, shares the organization’s rich history, how they’re making a difference in the community, and details on ho...
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Federalist Pizza, the first restaurant in Sacramento built aroud midified shipping containers, is a local favorite in Midtown. Owner Marvin Maldonado has a background in architecture, but a passion for pizza, and the restaurant's menu features a medley of unique offerings and classic favorites.
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Jeff Greco founded Vibe Health Bar initially as a healthy juice company, and later expanded to food, opening several locations in the Sacramento area. On this week's episode, he shares the story behind how the business started, his favorite healthy foods, and where you can get them in California's capital.
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Kicksvile Vinyl & Vintage provides an ever-changing selection of vinyl records and vintage items in downtown Sacramento, inside Beers Books. Co-owneers Tim and Laura Matranga are on this week's episode to share the story behind the business and why you should visit the store and pick up something special.
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Escape rooms rose in popularity in the past decade, and the excitement of having to solve puzzles in unique ways hasn't worn off, and Sacramento's Enchambered escape room experience delivers a wide array of rooms to test your ingenuity...and how well you communicate with your team.

Game Designer Jeremy Trimmer is on this week's episode to share what you will experience when you visit Enchambered, as well as how he and the rest of th...
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Susan Stewart, owner of Strapping Store, with three locations, recently opened Licked, an ice cream shop across from her Oak Park location of Strapping Store, offering a variety of ice cream flavors at good prices.

On this week's episode, Stewart shares what made her take the leap to opening an ice cream shop, how it fits in the vibrant Oak Park neighborhood, and why you should visit the area, shop in the local boutiques, eat at the...
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The American River Parkway is often referred to as the jewel of Sacramento -- the lush green space along the American River that winds its way from Discovery Park all the way to Folsom and features a paved, car-free multi-use trail for cycling, runnign and more as well as rafting, parks, beaches and other amenities.

The American River Parkway Foundation is tasked with preserving and improving the parkway, as well as casting a vision...
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River Rat Raft Rentals has been renting rafts on the American River for 50 years, ensuring people who want a fun float down one of the calmer parts of the river are well-equipped for a safe, fun day on the water.

On this week's episode, owner Kent Hansen shares what a day on the river in one of his rafts is like, explains the 6- and 8-mile routes available, and how to stay safe.
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The California Agricultural Museum and Event Center is a free interactive museum in Woodland, a few miles from downtown Sacramento, that shares the agricultural story of California. While tractors may be the highlight for many, there is much more to do at the museum.

Executive Director Cecilia Gonzalez shares how you can explore the museum, tinker with a tractor and learn more about farming in California on this week's episode.
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The Sacramento Republic FC is hosting the Major League Soccer San Jose Earthquakes on Tuesday, May 21, looking to repeat their victory over the MLS team of two years ago.

Republic FC Announcer Connor Sutton is on this week's episode to share what makes the game so special, how to score tickets and why you should come see the undefeated Sacramento Republic FC in its 10th season.
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