Women in Agriculture
Hard-working women impact the local and global food scene
Written by Erin Meyering
We’re counting down the days until March, which is Women’s History Month. One can argue whether or not women have always been an intergral part of farm/ranch life, but now there is no denying that they are now major players in local food production. According to the United States Department of Agirculture, the number of U.S. farmers operated by women over has tripled in the past 30 years. And did you know, on average, women currently represent 43 percent of the world’s agricultural labor force and 47 percent of the global fisheries labor force (according to the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization)?
Mountain Table Dinner featuring William Hill Estate Winery
Wine And Dine
Northstar’s Mountain Table Dinner offers food to remember, even for a vegetarian
By Erin Meyering
Seasonally, Northstar hosts a coursed dinner series at Zephyr Lodge, a grand cabin overlooking the Sierra skyline at the top of the mountain. Each dinner offers a carefully crafted menu, paired with selections from elite wineries.
Be “Cinnful” with Cinnamon Cookies
Warm or Cool Weather, Enjoy “Cinnful” Cookies
Heidi Gansert, local entrepreneur, chief of staff, and triathlete shares her delicious cookie recipe!
Written by Erin Meyering
Read Gansert’s incredible story here. She’s done a lot in our local community, in business and in government. She’s even run the Boston Marathon four times. After you read her story, make her cinnamon cookies, perfect for a movie night inside away from the cold, or even an upcoming spring barbecue or party. You won’t be sorry.
Campo’s Kale Salad Recipe Revealed
Going Green
Here’s Campo’s kale salad recipe — the best salad you’ll ever have!
Written by Erin Meyering
Hometown Health, Renown Hospital’s healthy living group, was able to get chef Mark Estee’s unbelievably delicious kale salad recipe. And boy, aren’t we thankful? I’m sure you’ve heard, kale is a superfood! To read about kale’s major health benefits, visit Well-Being Secrets here.
Make Ice Cream with Fresh Snow
We Scream for Ice Cream — Even In Winter
Have you ever considered making ice cream with fresh snow?
Written by Erin Meyering
It’s anywhere between 15 and 45 degrees F. We know you may not be reaching for the frozen sweet treats yet, but we have an idea that may make you reconsider. We’ve found a recipe for making ice cream with fresh snow. We’re serious. It’s easy, it’s a little weird, but it’s absolutely delicious.
Drink Ideas for Caramel Sauce
Local caramel sauce versatile and perfect for Valentine’s Day
Written by Erin Meyering
In our first-ever issue dedicated entirely to drinks, we created a list of drinkable Valentine’s Day gifts that are sure to wow your loved ones’ tastebuds.
One of those gifts is Cathy Thorne’s homemade caramel sauce, a recipe handed down from her great-grandmother.
Cooking Outdoors with Sierra RV
CAMP N’ COOK
Satisfying recipes easily made outdoors, in a trailer, or an RV
As the weather warms up and camping season is near, we unpack our gear — ready for adventure, ready for smores, and ready for savory comfort food. All of the recipes below are tailored to be made outdoors, or in a trailer/RV, with few ingredients.
TROA Settled After 27 Years
Truckee River’s water finally allocated under new regulations
Written by Erin Meyering
The recent settlement will reserve more water for times of drought, helping area farmers and ranchers.
Most Popular Stories of 2015
Most Popular Stories of 2015
Revist the top five articles of this year.
Written by Erin Meyering
Because the new year is right around the corner, we wanted to go back and look at some of our best. So, you clicked, and we tracked. Here’s a round-up of the stories with the most clicks on our website this year. We hope you enjoy them just as much as you did when they were first published, or if you’re reading for the first time — indulge!
12 Days of Recipes
12 Days of Recipes
Savory and sweet treats to you and your loved ones from edible Reno-Tahoe.
Compiled by Erin Meyering