Following an energy-draining day on the slopes at Northstar California, when the discussion turns to – where to eat – the choices are numerous. There is no shortage of restaurants in the spacious Northstar Village. Got a favorite food type? Chances are it’s available. The choices are numerous, including Mexican, sushi, pizza, Italian, steakhouse, Mediterranean-inspired […]
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Northstar ski resort groomed to perfection
Once a Lake Tahoe ski resort with a modest amount of terrain and a few shops and restaurants at its mostly barren base, Northstar became a ghost town when nightfall arrived. There was no reason to stay longer; Northstar was the ultimate day tripper. In the early evening hours there was no available dining, entertainment […]
Major improvements this season at Mt. Rose ski resort
In conjuncture with its 60th year of operation, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is splurging, making $2.2 million in major capital improvements to the Nevada ski resort for the 2024-25 season. The Mt. Rose ski resort project will include a complete dining area renovation featuring a new Taco Bar, snowmaking system enhancements, trail improvements, and a […]
What’s new at Palisades Tahoe for upcoming season
The ski season is fast-approaching in Lake Tahoe, which means the area ski resorts are trotting out their new game plans for the upcoming 2023-24 season. At Palisades Tahoe, the ski season is less than 10 weeks away from the scheduled opening (weather and conditions permitting) of Nov. 22. Mt. Rose has the earliest scheduled […]
Squaw Valley offers to-go Thanksgiving dinner
Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows is adding a new wrinkle for the upcoming holiday – a day of skiing or snowboarding and afterward picking up a Thanksgiving dinner to go! The Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Thanksgiving Dinner has undergone a coronavirus adaptation this year. A to-go dinner is a great option for people who want to […]
Good Wolf Brewing’s grand opening Feb. 1
The newest brewery in Truckee – the Good Wolf Brewing Company – will officially open Saturday, Feb. 1. The Good Wolf will offer a selection of hop forward, forest-inspired craft beers that will flow smoothly after skiers and snowboarders experience a long day on the slopes, or serve as just a quick one after work. […]
Thumbs up for Ten Crows BBQ in Tahoe
So, you’re in South Lake Tahoe and just had a satisfying day at Heavenly ski resort or spent it at another of the many winter or summer Tahoe activity offerings. The big question now lingers: What’s the plan for dinner and a few cocktails? If you’re considering barbecue, we’ve got just the place for you […]
Lake Tahoe’s West Shore Cafe honored by Wine Spectator
This is becoming an annual tradition for this Lake Tahoe restaurant. For the third straight year, the West Shore Café has been selected as an award-winning restaurant by Wine Spectator. Wine Spectator annually recognizes restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine, and appeal to a wide range of wine drinkers. […]
Homewood Mountain Resort hosting Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival
Appealing food and a good craft beer are often a good combination. Homewood Mountain Resort in Lake Tahoe will host an Aug. 28 event that brings the two together. Summer travelers and foodies interested in this culinary experience are invited to dine on Tahoe’s West Shore. Homewood Mountain Resort will host a Craft Beer & Food […]
West Shore Cafe hosting Whiskey Dinner on Jan. 14
West Shore Café in Lake Tahoe will be holding a unique event – Whiskey Dinner. The pairing dinner Thursday, Jan. 14 is ideal for whiskey enthusiasts and those who want to learn more about the popular spirit. The inaugural Whiskey Dinner will feature in-house bartending expert Lynn Jackson, who will be available to answer whiskey […]