Reno Retro-spective
Food lovers may have noticed a resurgence of retro-style finger foods and cocktails recently. Certain snacks and libations regale days of yore, from Mad Men-esque classic cocktails to popular appetizers of the โ80s.
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The Art of Preservation
The produce at farmersโ markets is changing as summer turns to fall, but that shouldnโt mean you wonโt taste those fresh flavors until next year.
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Pickle Pops
Next time the last pickle is pulled from the jar, be sure to keep the juice handy for popsicles.
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Pie Under the Sky
Have you tried every cooking tool imaginable? How about one made of dirt?
Kyle Isacksen, director and lead instructor of the Reno nonprofit Cobitat, published the book Build it with Earth: The Cob Pizza Oven in December.
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Hone Your Knife Knowledge
High-quality, sharp kitchen knives will upgrade your home cooking more than any other tool you own. And while it might seem easy to pick up a generic knife block from the nearest home furnishings store, our experts recommend curating your collection instead.
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Gimme Gelato
A frozen treat making waves from Italy, gelato offers a creamy, slightly warmer texture than American ice cream. Fortunately for us, area makers have mastered the art of Italian ice cream with flair, incorporating delicious ingredients.
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An Orange a Day โฆ
Fresh and bright, citrus might initially present as summery … especially when it comes to cocktails. However, this versatile family of fruits is a champion of wintertime drinks.
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Mull It Over
Mulling over what hot beverages to serve while the temperatures are bone-chilling? Perhaps you want something non-alcoholic but fitting for the season? Try making your own mulled cider, with or without spirits.
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Apple Alchemy
Translated from Old French as โsour wine,โ vinegarโs name hints at its origin story. Though touted in recent years as a piquant culinary trend, vinegar has served as a food staple and preservative since as early as 5,000 B.C., when the Babylonians relied on vinegar to preserve food transported over vast distances.
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Quick Pickles
The โWe can pickle thatโ skit from Portlandia had it (nearly) perfect: Just about everything in your kitchen can be pickled. Quick pickles make the preservation process even easier and provide instant gratification and snackification.
