How Empire Arts Collective is Shaping Sacramento’s Creative Future

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.

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 makes Coin Op special on this week's episode.

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 beans, commitment to inclusive sourcing, and educational programs that empower customers and young baristas alike—all while creating a welcoming space for connection and joy.

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 competition, and gives us some key insights into the competitors.

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 the arts accessible through pay-what-you-can programming.