Evolution of the Alturas
Reno’s oldest bar has found its sweet spot. How do you keep a bar in business for more than a century? Ask the folks at Alturas Bar at 1044 E. […]
Wander to The Wheyfarer
Reno cheese shop sells cut-to-order fromage from around the globe. During the pandemic, New Orleans-based pastry chef Amy Lemon found herself hunkering down with her parents in Reno. “I fell […]
Bee-ing Mindful
Protecting pollinators benefits the region, world, and future. When people mention the doom and gloom of the bee population dwindling, it’s important to pay attention. According to Encyclopedia Britannica, there […]
Cooking Up a Career
Commissary kitchens and cottage food permits help boost food entrepreneurs. Let’s state the obvious: Starting a business is hard, and there are unique challenges across industries. But when it comes […]
A Hardy Herd
Hailing from the Pyrenees, a distinctive French cattle breed now grazes in Fallon. As early as the 16th century, Gascon cattle — a rugged, gray-coated, horned breed — could be […]
Arts and Craft Beverages
Imbibe and create at these Reno-Tahoe businesses. What gets your creative juices flowing? A glass of wine or fancy mocktail might just do the trick. Across Reno-Tahoe, business owners are […]
Beyond the smoke
From floral to fruity, dive into the diverse world of mezcal. Often characterized as the scotch of tequila, mezcal — a distilled spirit made from the agave plant — is […]
Buzzing Business
VitalBeeBuds provides native, pollinator-friendly plants. During the warmer months, Lorraine Fitzhugh’s Gardnerville property is bursting with life. Raised beds, hoop houses, tomato cages, and fences keep produce safe from wildlife, […]
Gimme Gelato
Celebrate National Dairy Month (in June) with a few scoops. A frozen treat making waves from Italy, gelato offers a creamy, slightly warmer texture than American ice cream. Fortunately for […]
Ciao Negroni
Tips for creating this classic Italian cocktail at home. It’s hard to pinpoint the origin of the Negroni, but one theory seems to carry more weight than others. A hybrid […]