Experience the best of Sacramento’s culinary future in one unforgettable evening! Alchemist Events invites you to Empress Tavern on Wednesday, December 2 for Savor Sacramento, an exclusive tasting menu featuring Sacramento’s rising food superstars.

Located right below the Crest Theater, this incredible evening features an unforgettable meal by local culinary entrepreneurs, featuring 7 standout talents from the Alchemist Kitchen Incubator Program (AKIP).

Featuring:

Aileen's Delish
Aileen's Delish brings authentic Filipino hospitality and heritage recipes to Sacramento gatherings. Known for celebrating rich, savory-sweet flavor profiles, Aileen serves handcrafted favorites from the Philippines and is available to book for catering.

Caribe Azul
Chef Jessica Brown shares the warm, vibrant culinary heritage of Afro & Latin Caribbean cuisine. Caribe Azul is a perfect choice to cater your next event.

Đây Là Flour
Founded by Nhung Nguyen, Đây Là Flour ("This is Flour") fuses traditional Vietnamese flavor profiles with French-influenced baking techniques and American classic dishes. Đây Là Flour is available for catering and events.

Meza California
Chef Kasandra draws from her Arab and Mexican heritage to create Meza California’s harmonious flavors. Her menu seamlessly blends Middle Eastern and Mexican cuisine. Meza California is celebrating their 1-year anniversary of opening their brick and mortar at 1415 16th St in Midtown.

Old Coyote
Chef Pablo Rivas honors El Salvador's rich food culture through the centuries-old tradition of hand-patted masa pupusas. Old Coyote also features other pan-Latino dishes with his signature California-style creativity. Pablo crafts everything from scratch, including custom spice blends and a magnificent 20+ ingredient mole sauce. He is about to launch a brick and mortar restaurant at 1501 14th St in downtown Sacramento.

Sugar Coated Cupcakes
Founded by mother-daughter duo LaQueanya and Mechiala Henry, Sugar Coated Cupcakes creates beautiful, delicious, and innovative desserts. They combine classic American cupcakery techniques with bold new flavor combinations that are always delightful. They’re also known for their delicate French macarons and an inclusive range of scratch-made vegan and gluten-free treats, ensuring everyone has a seat at the dessert table. You can find them at their brick and mortar cupcake shop at 5774 Broadway in the Tahoe Park neighborhood.

Troux Soul
Deeply rooted in Black Southern culinary lineage and generational scratch-cooking, Troux Soul serves authentic comfort food classics. Their menu celebrates heart and tradition. Troux Soul is available for catering.

Come support local food innovators and sample incredible, diverse flavors in a memorable dining experience before or during your night out downtown. Space is limited. Get your tickets today!