Issue: November 29, 2018
This week, it's SN&R's annual Dessert Issue, full of stories about yummy treats, including cheesecake, vegan sweets from the Middle East and concoctions that are both savory and sweet. Also, Steph Rodriguez writes about dessert as art. Rachel Leibrock takes us on a tour of Sacramento's iconic dessert stops and samples some of the city's favorites. And Mozes Zarate explores delectables from around the world.
On the more serious side, we have continuing coverage of the Camp Fire and its aftermath. Meredith J. Cooper writes about some of the most vulnerable people in such disasters—the elderly. In other news, Alastair Bland looks at the impact of climate change on Central Valley farmers. And Raheem F. Hosseini shines a light on 13 Native American women killed or missing from Sacramento since 2000.
In the arts world, Aaron Carnes gives us the scoop on The Siren, which is putting on pop-up shows. Daniel Barnes and Jim Lane take stock of the new flicks hitting a multiplex near you. (Spoiler alert: They're not impressed. )
Finally, you can read a mission statement from me as I start as editor of SN&R, plus an accompanying analysis of Sacramento's media landscape from Jeff vonKaenel, SN&R's president and CEO.
As always, thanks for reading. Feel free to click the links below, but don't forget to pick up a print version of the newspaper for exclusive event picks, columns and cartoons.
— Foon Rhee
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A slice of Sacramento
A sampling of Sacramento’s most popular desserts.
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Icons of sweet
Icons of sweet Sacramento’s seminal dessert destinations.
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Beyond baklava
The Middle East is abound with sweets that are plant-based. Here are the ones to look for that are full of history and flavor.
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Of salty and saccharine
Vanilla sponge cake topped with shredded pork, award-winning dessert pizzas and even fancy chocolate-and-cheese pairings, our writer explores the delicate balance between savory and sweet.
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Bite-sized confections
Cayla Jordan is Sacramento’s cheesecake queen and her rapidly growing business, Creamy’s, is that much sweeter.
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Global sugar rush
Indulge (or avoid) these imported junk foods.
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Takes the cake
Explore the artful deliciousness of Maria Tulchesvka’s Art Dessert creations.
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Waiting for an alert that never came
Camp Fire evacuation complicated by the age of residents and an alert system that didn’t reach everyone.
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Farm to ‘we’re all forked’
Central Valley farmers are starting to notice climate change affecting their crops.
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A rejected inheritance
13 Native American women believed to be killed in or disappeared from Sacramento since 2000.
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Something rotten under McKinley Park?
City of Sacramento sued over proposed sewer vault below the roses.
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Letters for November 29, 2018
Readers sound off on the Camp Fire’s aftermath, climate change, Christmas music and public transportation.
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Commit and shift
Joey advises a reader to break up with his social anxiety.
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The future of the Sacramento News & Review
As the media landscape changes, how should SN&R respond?
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Michael Grofe: professor of cultural anthropology and chocolatier
Michael Grofe teaches cultural anthropology, studies ancient Maya culture and is a practicing chocolatier—meet him.
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A side-show for all
If The Siren graduates from pop-up show to midsize venue, Sacramento’s alternative arts could finally have a home.
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Review: Visitors at Big Idea Theatre
Big Idea Theatre treads a fine line between humor and heartache in its new production of Barney Norris’ “Visitors.”
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Review: Meet Me in St. Louis at Woodland Opera House
The musical version of the MGM musical, “Meet Me in St. Louis,” is exciting, making the most of a stellar cast and a vibrant musical.
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Reel Rock 13
Take in the hottest new climbing documentaries there are right now.
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Eco Holiday Market
Get some holiday gifts over and done with in a fun, eco-friendly way.
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Ugly Sweater Beer Train
Show off your worst sweater in the best way: on a train sampling craft beers.
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Leann Rimes at Harris Center
Leann Rimes is the most decorated Leann Rimes to ever perform at Harris Center.
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Preview: ‘Sac State’s Got Talent’ at Sacramento State University
See what talent Sac State really has at this free event in the style of America’s favorite talent show.
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Sweet, sweet music
The best damn dessert songs that aren’t about your honeypie.
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Molding gloves
This boxing sequel pulls focus from its titular character to give Rocky Balboa an exorbitant amount of screen time.
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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindewald
In this wizarding world sequel, we discover that J.K. Rowling never plans to retire.
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The Front Runner
This political drama finishes dead last in the category of smart, nuanced political dramas.
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Maria by Callas
Tom Volf gives us the highs and lows of opera singer Maria Callas’ life, told through her own voice.
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Robin Hood
There may be men in tights, but the script sure isn’t. Tight. The script isn’t tight.
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Ralph Breaks the Internet
Disney’s video game sequel receives plus-one stamina for the franchise, minus-one charisma for running a tad too long.
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Pot in the glitter gulch
Ngaio went to Las Vegas for a marijuana business conference. How’s the weed?
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CBD for your P-E-T
A new law allows veterinarians to—at least—speak to pet owners about cannabis-related treatments.
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