North Shore, South Shore… What’s Not to Love?

melanie noel light — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:22:51 +0000

Lake Tahoe: Sacramento's Higher Self

El Dorado Hills, Ice House, Grass Valley, Auburn, Davis, Winters, Napa, Sonoma, Chico, and the list goes on and on of places to explore when utilizing Sacramento as a home – or home away from home – base. www.DiscoverGold (and autumn leaves, and lakes, and snow, and adventure, and so on).org.

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Handy Dandy Downtown

melanie noel light — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:01:35 +0000

Uncommon Finds at Italian Imports

I walked down the street slowly – because it was a hot one – and was surprised at how many people were nonetheless out and about. They were on bikes, pushing strollers, sitting on patios and porches, chatting on street corners, coming out of shops… you name it. I, on the other hand, was on an unusual but not before unheard of quest to find champagne and appetizers for later that evening.

There being no grocery store in the immediate vicinity, I assumed I’d likely return empty handed, but figured it was at least worth a try anyway. Then I noticed a couple reading the lunch specials on a menu board outside Italian Importing Co. They were, it seemed, looking for the perfect place to stop for lunch. With a deli counter and both indoor and outdoor tables, it’s a fine choice for a casual lunch downtown indeed.

But although lunch was not my personal goal on this day, I entered the shop at my own risk. What I found – to my ease and delight – were exotic groceries imported from Italy, an entire wall of wine (and champagne!), fresh fruit, cheeses and sliced meats, sparkling Italian sodas, olives, and well… a mission mightily accomplished – just 3 blocks east of my origination.

I say: When in doubt ~ ask around, check it out ~ why not try?!

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North Shore, South Shore… What’s Not to Love?

Handy Dandy Downtown