A nonprofit provides dinners to at-risk and houseless youths. Most families are aware that qualifying students attending schools in the Washoe County School District receive two meals per school day, breakfast and lunch, on campus free of charge. But many of these children who live in low-income households still don’t have access to nutritious dinners…
Plantains pack health and flavor into a portable package. The culinary journey of the plantain is complex. It includes travels through the trade routes of Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, its introduction to Europe by Alexander the Great, and its arrival on the African continent via Trans-Saharan Arab merchants. The plant made it to…
We lost a local legend. Charlie Abowd — chef, restaurateur, philanthropist, and extraordinary member of the Carson City, Carson Valley, and Reno communities — passed away on Nov. 9. He was 73.
The one drink known to genuinely represent the rich Basque history in Nevada is, of course, the Picon punch. This strong concoction that warms as it goes down (perfect for winter) is meant to be shared among friends and has become a symbol of camaraderie, tradition, and local culture — one that was explored in a locally produced film.
There’s something timeless and romantic about the combination of Champagne and chocolate. The rich pairing is both decadent and balanced. It’s also the creative inspiration that led to the opening of Champagne & Chocolate in South Lake Tahoe and its new sister location in Old Southwest Reno.
When driving up winding Kingsbury Grade toward South Lake Tahoe, it’s difficult not to admire Tahoe Ridge Resort. The tall structure sits atop the cliffs of the Carson Range, just before the road drops toward the lake, and it offers stellar views of the Carson Valley.
Odeon Saloon in Dayton has the kind of blustery, loud-mouthed, Wild West atmosphere you’d expect from a joint that once boasted regulars the likes of Mark Twain. After it was established in 1863, it ranked in the top tier of entertainment experiences in the Great Basin, which wasn’t saying much.
If Saturday afternoon finds you in search of a tasty tipple, how about crafting your own specialty cocktail? High Mark Distillery in South Reno offers weekly cocktail-mixing and spirit-making classes in its tasting room. The classes are taught by owner/master distiller Felicia Keith-Jones.
For Jake Bilbro, winemaking isn’t just a craft — it’s an adventure. This fourth-generation Sonoma County vintner grew up profoundly respecting the earth. His father, a true Renaissance man, instilled in him a passion not only for winemaking, but also for outdoor exploration.
Latin America has delicious cuisine, but oftentimes folks overlook its cocktails. That is a mistake, especially here in Northern Nevada, where you can enjoy many mouthwatering beverages reminiscent of those cobblestone plazas, sidewalk cafés, and bars where one can sip and watch the world go by while on vacation or studying abroad.