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Best Ways To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo In SacramentoFor a fine-dining experience on Cinco de Mayo, look no further than Zócalo. The gourmet Mexican cuisine is flawlessly prepared and the ambience is both festive and refined; the bar menu at Zócalo has also developed quite a devoted following. There are several specialty margaritas, each served on ice and made with organic agave, fresh lime juice and 100% blue agave tequila. The house margarita includes pureed organic blackberries, while the La Granada is made with elderflower liqueur and pomegranate juice.

Best Ways To Celebrate Earth Day In SacramentoSacramento, found at the confluence of the American and Sacramento rivers, is known as both the City of Trees and America’s Farm to Fork Capital. As these labels suggest, Sacramento is a unique community that offers many ways to celebrate the planet both on Earth Day and beyond. For 47 years, people around the world have used April 22 as a chance to show support for the protection and sustainability of the environment.

Best Neighborhoods To Trick-Or-Treat In SacramentoBring the boys and ghouls to these favorite Sacramento spots for festive Halloween treats and trickery.

Best Fish Tacos In SacramentoNo reservations or dressy clothes are needed at Swabbies -- despite the top-notch cuisine, there is live music and a relaxed, friendly vibe that feels like you are partying at Jimmy Buffet’s beach house.

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Best 2015 Date Night Shows For Valentine's Day In SacramentoWith Valentine’s Day on its way, many people’s imaginations are filled with candy hearts, bouquets of roses and dreams of a perfect, romantic evening with someone special. These Sacramento-area events offer a wide range of great options for that February date night.

Best Shopping In The Fair Oaks AreaIn historic Old Fair Oaks, as well as in the more suburban areas, there are small businesses that have everything you need to find on your shopping list.

Best Places For Facials In SacramentoSacramento may not have blizzards or ice storms in the winter, but colder temperatures, wind and indoor heating systems can be a recipe for disaster for skin.

Best Children's Bookstores In SacramentoCheck out these stellar Sacramento-area businesses for the best reading materials for kids.

Best Family-Friendly Activities In Sacramento For St. Patrick's Day 2014There are some great ways to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day in the capital city, and that is no blarney.

Best Specialty Kitchen Stores In SacramentoThese Sacramento businesses are happy to help make the most of everyone's kitchen time, skills and interests.

Best Chili Dishes In SacramentoWhen the weather outside is frightful, piquant, flavorful chili dishes are delightful. Try the chili dishes offered at these Sacramento restaurants and choose which kind is your favorite.

Best Places In Sacramento To Give Back This Holiday SeasonThe holidays are a time to show appreciation for the things that are important, such as friends, family and community.

Ask A Sacramento Expert: Tips For College Style EssentialsWhen Vanessa Lopez opened Heart Clothing Boutique three years ago, she brought plenty of experience, education and personal style to the business.