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THE AMGEN TOUR OF CALIFORNIA IS the largest cycling event in America. From May 15-22, the more than 800-mile race winds through some of California’s most scenic landmarks, including Lake Tahoe and historic gold-rush towns.
The peloton, which includes 19 elite cycling teams, begins at its highest start elevation in six years—6,300 feet above sea [...]
Auburn revitalized for wining and dining
AUBURN — ONCE VIEWED AS A SPOT TO PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY for a quick bite to eat is now setting a gold standard for wining and dining in the foothills.
The area’s beauty and laid-back lifestyle has attracted chefs from all over. The restaurateur of Monkey Cat and tre Pazzi Trattoria comes from the San [...]
Naggiar Vineyards: A destination winery in Grass Valley
MIKE AND DIANE NAGGIAR are creating one of the premier destination wineries in the Sierra foothills.
During the past 10 years, the Naggiars have built the largest family-owned vineyard on the western slope of the Sierra.
Sixty acres are planted in vines on a 135-acre estate in southern Nevada County.
Naggiar’s estate-grown wines including syrah, [...]
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