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Read and Eat: British Cooking Traditions From Fav Books
British literature is rich with culinary traditions that reflect the culture and history of the time. From the hearty meals of Victorian England to the sophisticated soirées of the 20th century to the small chops of the live roulette wheel, food plays a significant role in setting the scene and developing characters. In this article,…
A Guide to Nevada’s Unique Dining Experiences
Ride and Dine: Nevada’s Unique Restaurants There’s more to Nevada than just casinos and Vegas, like the impressive Lake Tahoe with its hiking trails and winter sports events. While traveling, you may also want to take a break at one of the cities in the area and dine at some of the restaurants. From steakhouses…
Subscription-Based Beekeeping — a Bee-utiful Opportunity
No-fuss honey from your beehives Imagine stirring a silky dollop of golden honey into your tea or latest recipe. You smile, knowing this gift from Mother Nature was created by thousands of bees peacefully humming through your backyard and neighborhood — it doesn’t get much better than that. Thanks to Red, White, & Bees, residents…
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Fortune Palace
Fortune Palace is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026. The restaurant is offering 10% off of orders over $75 and 15% off orders over $150 to commemorate the occasion (drinks not included). The family-owned restaurant has been a favorite in Sparks for years, landing on various Best Of lists and receiving other media recognition over the years.
Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords
Leaders at Caesar’s Republic Lake Tahoe are working on phase two of the property’s $200 million renovation, including several beverage concepts set to open in summer 2026. Amongst those plans is Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords, a casino floor bar that will not only pay homage to Lake Tahoe’s resident loch ness monster but also feature live music, an elevated craft cocktail program, and extensive wine and beer list.
Tessie’s marks the second partnership between Caesar’s Entertainment and Clique Hospitality, with the first being a yacht rock speakeasy in Las Vegas named Caspian’s Cocktails and Caviar.
Additional bars coming to the Lake Tahoe resort include Alto Bar, Bar Centro, Celeste’s, and a new home for Dueling Pianos.
Lillo Eatery
Lillo Eatery, in the former site of Pola Poke Bowls, opened on Plumb Lane in Reno in March 2025. Less than one year later, the eatery shuttered for good, officially closing in January 2026. Brittany Walshaw owned both Lillo and Pola Poke. Shawn Giordano and his wife Marcia, who co-own Madein restaurant in Mayberry Landing in Reno, plan to open a new breakfast-and-lunch concept in the space in March of this year.
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A Celebrated Union
Last fall, I tied the knot with the love of my life. Our love story was 25 years in the making. We met in the fall of 1999 in a San Francisco bar.
2025 Reno-Tahoe Area Plant & Seedling Sales
Herbs, vegetables, flowers, and tomatoes — spice up your garden this summer with all of these and more at plant and seedling sales throughout the Reno-Tahoe region.
Essential Tips for Your Big Day
What’s in, and what’s not, for weddings in 2025. You’re engaged, and now it’s time to plan the most enchanting day of your life. Where to even begin? To help you get started, we’ve put together a list of tips and trends from our area’s top wedding venues, food purveyors, and other vital vendors to…