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Rominger West’s Rowdy Thursdays

melanie noel light — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 17:31:24 +0000

Rominger West Winery

Ok, it’s not exactly rowdy. But it is a little unexpected. How many wineries that you know of participate in Happy Hour?

They really couldn’t make it any easier.
1. Go to Rominger West just outside of Davis and off the I-80 freeway Thursdays anytime between 4 and 7PM.
2. Taste their whites and reds for a $5 flat fee
3. And/or buy a glass for about $4.50
4. Grab some free munchies
5. Take a seat in front of the live music or back a little at a high-top
6. Enjoy the wine
7. Enjoy the music
8. Enjoy the munchies
9. Mingle if you’re so inclined
10. Enjoy the artwork
11. Admire the barrels
12. Buy some wine to take home with you
13. And/or come again next week

Just don’t let the location full you. Rominger West is in a peculiar place – It’s almost like a strip mall or office building. But it’s worth the visit. Especially on a Thursday afternoon. Check their events page for more information: http://www.romingerwest.com/romingerwest/news/events.jsp

www.RomingerWest.com

Lounging in Style

melanie noel light — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:38:46 +0000

Rainy Window at Level Up Lounge

The Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau held a networking mixer at Level Up Lounge on Tuesday night, February 23, 2010. The lounge is above Thai Basil Restaurant at 2341 J Street. (There’s a 3rd floor as well, but I think they try to keep that under wraps).

Level Up generously provided beverages and a variety of appetizers for guests, including chicken satay skewers, mango salsa on fried wontons and “beef jerky” on sticky rice pads. In addition, owner Suleka Sun-Lindley handed out coupons for her alluring mid-level space.

There’s something about the decor of this place that I just love. Rain or shine, it’s appealing and comfortable. With its colorful chandeliers, ever-color-changing backdrop lighting and sheer-curtain-covered windows overlooking the lights and action on J Street, Level Up has a unique look and feel all its own when it comes to Sacramento area lounges.

For the literally young, I think it can get pretty hip and hoppin’ late at night. For those of us a little older (but still young enough at heart), afternoon and evenings are always a great time to discover the place, take it over outright or duck into a low-lit corner.

The artist responsible for all the colorful, eclectic artwork currently adorning Level Up’s walls is John Titus Krempel, a well travelled and lived man with much to show for it.

www.LevelUpLounge.com

Warm Reprieve on a Winter’s Day

melanie noel light — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:14:00 +0000

Summertime at Lucca

Sometimes, a little Lucca is just what the doctor ordered on a stormy winter day…

Sometimes, they’re so friendly you wonder if it could be true.

Sometimes, warm, hearty food such as this is exactly what the doctor himself is having.

Most often, the Happy Hour menu makes you feel like royalty, indulging with little monetary care.

And always, those tiny little flaky fried zucchini chips are like swallowing a handful of mini happy smiling faces.

So back to verse 2… It must be true then. They’re just always eating those lovely little crunchy bits of bliss.

Many know that Summertime’s a breeze at Lucca with her trellised outdoor patio and large open-air windows. But don’t let Wintertime stop you from visiting… because Lucca can be downright cozy ~ when the heavy rains are beating down the long windows and you, gentle ladies & men, are warm and dry inside.

www.LuccaRestaurant.com

Hello, Enchanting Happy Hour!

melanie noel light — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:09:55 +0000

Delta King Lounge

The historic Delta King Riverboat is pretty special in its own right, alright. It has a lot of, well, history. (It even has some ghosts, some say…). You can eat there. You can even sleep there. And now… you can experience one of the best Happy Hours around upon it.

The Delta King sits atop the Sacramento River off the Old Sacramento riverfront. Venture aboard and look around. The Lounge is on the far right side, upper floor, providing a very nice view of the river and West Sacramento. If the weather’s nice, grab a table outside – the fresh air just adds to the experience. But even if it’s raining, it’s going to be warm and cozy inside, and you’ve always got those views of the river.

The Happy Hour is from 4-7 (if memory serves. Could be 5-7). The service is friendly. And the options are splendid. I got a truly scrumptuous glass of Wente Chardonnary for $4. (Ok, I had two). Tom got a Guinness for $3, and there were several other drink specials. The appetizers are half-priced, although full satisfaction! Shrimp cocktail, crabcakes, sirloin sandwich, fresh ahi…. come on…. this is the life! And for less, no less!

They also have some pretty great room rates right about now, so its high time to take full adventage of this one-of-a-kind experience!
www.DeltaKing.com