Local Eats: “Farm to court dining”
THE FRESH, LOCAL FOOD MOVEMENT—from farmers markets to farm-to-fork dining to organic grocers—is becoming a year-round passion in our region. Our fertile soil and water resources are a real asset, along with the know-how of previous generations of farmers in our region, going back to the Gold Rush era. Sacramento has rebranded itself as a […]
Generation Organic: Young farmers in the Sierra Foothills
For decades, the average age of farmers has been rising—to 57 years old, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. But American agriculture is benefiting from youthful vigor, at least when it comes to small farms. Here are some examples in our region: BOORINAKIS HARPER RANCH A “little family farm that could,” the Boorinakis Harper […]
Carpe Vino in Auburn: Named one of America’s best restaurants
AUBURN, ONCE CONSIDERED A PIT STOP on I-80 between Lake Tahoe and the Bay Area, is now redefining itself as a fine dining destination, thanks largely to Carpe Vino in Auburn. Carpe Vino epitomizes the trend of small cities increasingly “expanding the culinary frontier from a few urban enclaves,” as The Wall Street Journal wrote […]
New Tahoe Central Market opens: “farm to you, overnight”
Last month, we were the first to tell you that a new market is opening in Kings Beach on Tahoe’s North Shore where you can find fresh, regional, organic produce and organic dairy products. Tahoe Central Market at 8487 North Lake Blvd. is opening Monday, just in time for locals and visitors to stock up […]