The Center for the Arts purchases California WorldFest
The Center for the Arts has purchased the iconic California WorldFest from its founders, Sierra FoodWineArt has learned. It has been held at the Nevada County Fairgrounds since its founding in July some 18 years ago. The magazine called the founders, Dan DeWayne and Christine Myers in Chico, after a report appeared — apparently prematurely […]
These are a few of our favorite things for the holidays
CAROLINES COFFEE ROASTERS GIFT BASKETS We drink Carolines Coffee each morning: It is fresh roasted, in-house. But we also adore their gift baskets—filled with coffee, chocolate-covered espresso beans, waffle mix, real maple syrup, local jams, shortbread, English breakfast teas and more. The gourmet items are wrapped in baskets or wooden gift crates, with a festive […]
A walking Christmas tree in Nevada City that rivals Stanford’s
The Stanford Tree is the Stanford Band’s mascot and the unofficial mascot of Stanford University. The Tree’s costume, newly created each year, is a prominent target for pranksters from rival schools, in particular Cal Berkeley. Nestled in the Sierra foothills, Nevada City has its own tradition of a walking tree. In this case, the Walking Christmas […]
Smoked pork crown roast for the holidays
We love “low and slow” barbecue and were intrigued by this: A smoked pork crown roast with sausage stuffing and peach habanero from Bad Bones BBQ in Happy Valley, Oregon.
Manila Clam Chowder
Makes 6-8 servings. Ingredients (chowder) 1/2 pound high quality bacon, sliced 1/2 small stalk celery, thinly sliced 2 large leek, white part only, thinly sliced on the diagonal 1 large carrot, peeled and thinly sliced 3 sprigs fresh thyme 2 Tbsp. butter 8-10 medium-size Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size cubes 6 pounds […]
ASiF Holiday Open House is December 6
This Saturday, December 6th, the Artists’ Studio in the Foothills (ASiF) invites the public for a fun and unforgettable holiday gift shopping experience. Come, enjoy a cup of hot spiced cider and see, celebrate and experience holiday gifts in the making. Bring the entire family (we’ll keep them busy while you shop) and find that […]
Little Fish Co. expands its growing business
Editor’s note: Finding fresh fish from “The Coast” can be a challenge, such as Dungeness crab, but we’ve enjoyed “The Little Fish Co.” at the Farmers Markets in Nevada City, Auburn and Tahoe City, along with places such as Ikeda’s in Auburn and Morgan’s Fish Market in Truckee. We are regulars. Now the “The Little Fish […]
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