Stella & Cedar House: Active gourmand in Truckee/Tahoe

SEVERAL YEARS AGO, WE DISCOVERED A Tahoe-Truckee retreat that combined a passion for food and wine with European-style lodging and a love of the outdoors—Cedar House Sport Hotel. Each year, Cedar House refines its theme, becoming more imaginative. Under owners Patty and Jeff Baird, Cedar House is redolent of the small, family run hotels you […]

Summer Soirees: Where to hold weddings, anniversaries & celebrations

THE BEAUTY OF THE FOOTHILLS AND Sierra is perfect for weddings, anniversaries, parties and celebrations. There also are charming B&Bs, deluxe hotels, historic buildings— even sailboats and yachts. Rates are reasonable compared with the rest of Northern California. The Empire Mine State Park in Grass Valley was the oldest, largest and richest gold mine in […]

Grass Valley: What’s new in this gold-rush town

GRASS VALLEY REFLECTS THE RESURGENCE of small towns all across America. It has beauti- fully restored buildings, an historic downtown, festivals, top-notch dining and shopping—and world-class hiking, biking and kayaking nearby. Grass Valley also boasts The Center for the Arts, which hosts big-city talent such as Lily Tomlin and Kris Kristofferson. The historic Holbrooke Hotel […]

Grass Valley: Experience town & country

GRASS VALLEY OFFERS A TOWN and country experience wrapped in one travel adventure. Spring is the season for wildflower walks, hiking and bicycling in the countryside. The Sierra Vintners’ Wine Trail is June 2-3. The picturesque Bridgeport covered bridge and barn at South Yuba River State Park celebrate their 150th birthday this spring. On May […]

Power’s Mansion Inn: In the heart of Gold Country

AUBURN IS ONE OF THE BEST preserved historic towns in Placer County. With a revitalized downtown, it offers fine restaurants (from Monkey Cat to Tre Pazzi), unique shops and the venerable PlacerArts gallery. Old Town Auburn has its own unique charm. There are nearby golf courses, the magnificent Auburn State Recreation Area, hiking and biking […]

PlumbJack Squaw Valley to present “Farm Fresh to You”

PlumpJack Cafe will partner with Gary Romano of Sierra Valley Farms, to bring the first farm-fresh outdoor dining series. With a double degree in biology and environmental studies, Executive Chef Ben “Wyatt” Dufresne is committed to sourcing locally. His love of skiing landed him in Tahoe, and it is here he has paired his culinary […]

Truckee: What’s new in this rich, historic town

TRUCKEE, HIGH IN THE SIERRA, is a small town that grew up along the first transcontinental railroad route. It was named after a saloonkeeper, at least at first. Truckee boomed as a railroad town and winter sports destination. The Squaw Valley Winter Olympics in 1960 established it as a major resort destination. Now, Truckee is […]

Excellent adventures: Skiing, snowshoeing and lodging

TRUCKEE, LAKE TAHOE AND THE SURROUNDING high country is a winter paradise. The region is home to more than a dozen ski resorts and cross-country ski areas. Other winter activities include snowshoeing, ice skating, sleigh rides and dog sled tours, an adventure of a lifetime. Guided snowshoeing treks—during the day or under a full moon—offer […]

Good Times Roll Below the Snowline

GRASS VALLEY IS A JEWEL among the foothill’s gold-rush towns. At times, the snow does fall, but most of the winter it is snowless. This season you can attend the Foothills Celebration food and wine festival on March 3 and a classic Car Show on April 28. Visitors can enjoy boutiques, gift shops and art […]

Sierra Vintners Getaway

THE SIERRA VINTNERS WINE REGION IN Nevada County is rich in history and natural beauty. In Grass Valley and Nevada City, you can find fine dining, shopping, art and entertainment. The lodging choices for long weekend getaway range from charming B&Bs to deluxe hotels. For reviews, go to SierraCulture.com. Some of our favorites include: THE […]

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