Fourth annual Nevada County Food & Farm Conference is January 18-19
By Nevada County Sustainable Food and Farm Conference This year’s Food & Farm Conference is the fourth annual and is being held on January 18-19 at the Grass Valley Veterans Hall and next door at the Grass Valley Charter School. Each year, the Food & Farm Conference brings together a diverse panel of speakers, farming […]
Exclusive: A farm-to-fork theme mulled for California State Fair in 2014
A fresh, local food theme, such as “From Our Land to Your Table,” is being considered for the California State Fair on July 11-27, 2014, we’ve learned. No final decision has been made, but it reflects the boom in the fresh, local food movement that is spreading throughout Northern California. We’d certainly applaud that theme. […]
Food, Glorious Food: What’s new in our region
PINE STREET BURGERS This all-natural burger restaurant has opened in Grass Valley, and it’s one of the best burgers in the region. (We eat them all: at Burger Me in Truckee and Reno, Lefty’s Grill, Ike’s and Matteo’s Public in Nevada City, and Dine N Dash Cafe in Colfax, among others). Pine Street Burgers are […]
PlacerArts’ 20th annual Autumn Art Studios Tour is November 8-10
PLACER COUNTY’S PICTURESQUE SMALL TOWNS, scenic trails and stunning recreation areas provide a backdrop to a vibrant arts community that amazes and delights its residents and visitors. It is a natural habitat for artists, who translate the foothill vistas, wildlife, historic buildings and gardens into a splendid range of interpretations, with jewelry, mixed media, paintings, […]
Why Our Fall Foliage Is Best
“Nature’s first green is gold”—Robert Frost New England’s fall foliage is legendary. Each year hundreds of thousands of people flock to the Northeast to view the explosion of fall colors. We’ve been. The bronze, bright yellow and vibrant red leaves—set amid quaint towns such as Woodstock, VT or idyllic college towns such as Amherst, MA—are […]
Placer County wins three awards for its state fair exhibit; Sierra County, two; and Nevada County, one
Editor’s note: Placer County won three awards for its county exhibit at the California State Fair (Best of Division – Professionally Built Exhibits; Best Use of Special Effects/Animation Award; and a gold award); Sierra County won two (Superintendent’s Award and gold); and Nevada County won a gold. Congratulations to all! Here’s the Fair’s press release: […]
“New Gold Rush”: How chefs, farmers, winemakers & artists are resettling the Sierra Foothills
A new generation of chefs, farmers, winemakers and artists are resettling the region. They are adding new energy and sophisticated offerings for today’s travelers while honoring the region’s rich history. The foothills’ relaxed lifestyle, Mediterranean-like climate and stunning beauty is prompting them to open wineries; restaurants with fresh, local cuisine; and local art galleries. This […]
Placer County’s Fair exhibit wins multiple awards
Placer County’s State Fair Exhibit won several honors in judging that took place last week during the Fair’s opening. The County’s display won the Best Content Award, the Best Design Award and received the coveted Gold Award. The Counties Exhibit has been a favorite among fair attendees and, according to State Fair officials, draws a […]
Placer County wins three awards at State Fair; Nevada County wins “silver”
Editor’s note: Here are the winners of the Counties Exhibits at the California State Fair. Placer County won “Best Content Award” and “Best Design Award” and a “Gold Award.” Nevada County won a “Silver Award.” Sierra FoodWineArt magazine is being distributed at the Placer County exhibit. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 13) – Awards were presented to […]
Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance on Aug. 10-11
The Lake Tahoe Concours d’ Elegance celebrates its 40th anniversary August 10 – 11, 2012, with the Riva Aquaramaas the Marque Class. The collection of nearly 100 antique wooden boats will gather once again at the height of summer along the docks of the Sierra Boat Companyin Carnelian Bay, Calif., to compete for top honors […]
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