Sacramento's East Village Bookshop Opening new Midtown Location

East Village Bookshop opened near McKinley Park in East Sacramento in 2021, and now a second location is set to open in Midtown. Manager Kyleigh McPhillips shares the bookshop's offerings, and what she hopes it will do for the community, on this week's episode.

The California Auto Museum features a wide array of vehicles n its spacious location, just south of the Old Sacramento Waterfront, and unlike most museums, many of its exhibition pieces also drive, and you can take a ride.On this episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast, Executive Director Karen McClaflin shares what you can see - and do - at the California Auto Museum, and some of the history of the vehiciles on display.

The Allspicery in East Sacramento has the perfect flavor for any season. From spice blends to individual spices purchaseable in any amount to teas, it's a haven for those looking for something unique.On this episode, co-owners Judy Tyzzer and Jenn Kaye share what makes the Allspicery special, what some popular items are and why you should visit the shop.

Preservation Sacramento is dedicated to sharing and preserving Sacramento history, and the organization's popular home tour returns Sept. 21, 2025.On this week's episode, Preservation Sacramento President William Burg shares what makes the home tour so special, how it funds the preservation efforts throughout the year, and the best way to plan your visit.

Green Acres Nursery and Supply is a family-owned Sacramento business that serves as the region's source of not only plants and supplies, but knowledge and information about the best times to plant, the climate and more. Austin Blank and Greg Gayton are on this week's episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast to share how Green Acres plays a role at the upcoming Terra Madre Americas event, Sept. 26-28, 2025, and how visitors can learn how to cultivate plants -- and food -- and gain the knowledge to take some of the lessons learned at the event home and try it out themselves.Blank and Gayton also host the Green Acres Garden Podcast, a resource for people in Sacramento and beyond.

Crispín Supper Club is the passion of owner Eríc Martínez, who is on a mission to eliminate food waste by showcasing excellent 10-course meals made of the parts of food typically thrown away. On this week's episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast, Martínez shares how his supper club events bring people together in undisclosed locations for a feast, and how the next one coincides with Terra Madre Americas coming to Sacramento, and what that means for the city.Learn more at crispinsupperclub.com, and learn more about Terra Madre Americas at terramadreusa.com.

The 35th annual Chalk It Up! festival returns to Fremont Park this Labor Day Weekend, where artists will create masterpieces using chalk on the sidewalks surrounding the park.Chalk It Up! Executive Director Christy Jourdan is on this week's episode of the Visit Sacramento Podcast to share the details of the free festival, how best to enjoy it, and what makes it so special.

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.

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.

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.