Events

BY KARI L. ROSE PARSELL

Rom-Com

Redux—Who can forget the 1990 Hollywood hit that catapulted Julia Roberts to stardom?

“Pretty Woman: The Musical” hits all the high notes of the movie, which paired a corporate raider (Richard Gere) with a free-spirited streetwalker (Roberts), and adds a score by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance. Relive the fairy tale when the national touring production comes to SAFE Credit Union PAC. broadway sacramento.com

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Bella Voce—Experience one of the world’s most celebrated voices when Andrea Bocelli: Live in Concert graces Golden 1 Center. The multiplatinum-selling Italian tenor, known for bridging the classical and pop music worlds, performs from his wideranging repertoire: arias, love songs and crossover fan favorites that have made him an international star. With Sacramento Philharmonic and Chorus. golden1center.com

It’s a Small World—

The small city-suburb of Rancho Cordova celebrates its ethnic diversity in a big way at the 14th annual International Festival, aka iFest . Enjoy global food and drink at this free family fest, plus art, kids’ activities and a showcase of live music and dance performances representing the myriad world cultures that call Rancho Cordova home. At Village Green Park. cordovacoun cil.org/ifest

Gardens of Delight—

For an upclose look at some of the most gorgeous gardens and homes in the city, take in this year’s East Sac Garden Tour on Mother’s Day Weekend. The annual benefit for David Lubin Elementary School includes a tour of several stunning properties in the Fabulous 40s, an on-campus boutique, art show and cafe, and a wine garden and silent auction at Sutter Lawn Tennis Club. eastsac gardentour.com

Let’s Dance—

Sacramento Ballet wraps up its 68th season with Emergence , featuring the intense and athletic “Agon,” George Balanchine’s midcentury ballet that represents the apex of his long collaboration with composer Igor Stravinsky. Also on tap: three world premieres by critically acclaimed choreographers Caili Quan, Stephanie Martinez and Adam Hougland. At The Sofia. sacballet.org

ATMOSPHERE:

Vacanza Romana is a restaurant created of love and admiration of Italy. Inspired by the city of Rome, the true Italian melting pot, where the beautiful hills of the North meet the coastal slopes of the south. Our mission to to value Californias high quality local ingredients and serve with in a cuisine with the upmost respect to Italian tradition, but open to new possibilities through techniques and flavors.

SIGNATURE DISHES:

Classic Carbonara: 24 month aged Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, Guanciale, egg yolk and fresh made Bucatini. Dolce Stefanía: Ricotta, burrata and sage filled caramelle pasta with parmigiano, candied walnut powder, and browned butter.

ATMOSPHERE:

Family is one of the most, if not the most important thing in our lives. It is for that reason we created this restaurant. A place where families & friends can come together, over food & drinks, and show why the best memories are made around the table.

VOTED BEST BRUNCH IN 2021!

SIGNATURE DISHES:

Brunch Burger: Pure angus beef beef patty with two fried eggs, hickory smoked bacon, melted cheese, tomato, red onion, lettuce and aioli on a toasted brioche bun.

Maui French Toast: Flambéed Sliced bananas with six thick slices of cinnamon vanilla battered French toast, coconut, macadamia nuts and salted caramel.

THE LARGEST CHAMPAGNE AND BUBBLES LIST IN CALIFORNIA.

THE LARGEST LIST OF MIMOSA COMBINATIONS WITH OUT OF WORLD FLAVORS!

SWEET & SAVORY CREPES

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Nominate your favorite business for this year’s Best of Sacramento

The Best of Sacramento survey is now live. Cast your votes for your favorite businesses and individuals! This year’s voting takes place in two phases— nominations and finals—so remember the dates listed below.

Nomination phase

April 10–June 11

During this time, voters will write in their nominations for all categories.

Finals phase

July 3–Aug. 6

The finals start after the write-in votes are tabulated. The names of people and businesses that have received the most write-in votes will be displayed so voters can click on their final choices.

Winners Announced

Oct. 2023 Issue

Results will be published in the October issue of Sacramento Magazine.

Roman Holiday

If you can’t get to Rome this spring, consider the next best thing: a visit to VACANZA ROMANA , the new Italian restaurant in El Dorado Hills Its menu is a virtual tour of Roman cuisine by way of Northern California. Try the fried artichoke with pecorino cream, the cacio e pepe (house-made pasta with pecorino cheese and cracked black pepper) or the vibrantly colored grilled octopus (shown). It’s all, as they say in Italian, squisito. 2023 Vine St., El Dorado Hills; (916) 673-9620; vacanzaromanarestaurant.com