The Sweet Life
Sierra Sugar Co. elevates cotton candy to an ethereal level. A crystal-wearing fairy godmother lives among us. But instead of turning pumpkins into coaches, this fairy magically turns organic sugar […]
AIP Approved
Truckee resident’s journey to overcome pain leads to successful online business. Six years ago, Sandra Dorst was in so much pain she couldn’t even twist her pepper grinder. The Truckee […]
Learning by growing
Desert Farming Initiative primarily benefits students and small-scale farmers, but backyard gardeners can learn from the program’s years of high-desert research. Tucked into an unlikely urban area between I-80 and […]
The Balanced Garden
Reno author and consultant takes a holistic, healthy approach to growing food. Even in the midst of Northern Nevada’s blustery winters and blistering summers, a few prolific edible backyard Edens […]
Spicy & Soothing
South Lake’s Free Bird Chai flies into local stores and co-ops. Over the past decade, both Tahoe locals and visitors have filled up the 160-square-foot Free Bird Café in South […]
Fuel Up
Skip the hot dog and nachos. Two local spots are redefining gas station grub. Stopping at a gas station for food is normally an act of desperation. Searching for healthful […]
Sharper Image
Town Cutler’s handmade knives are inspired by Japanese design and Nevada sunsets. The typical home cook may not think twice about the functionality and appearance of their everyday kitchen knives, […]
Red Gold
Saffron adds brilliant color to fall gardens and exotic flavor to dishes. The perfumed filaments of the Crocus sativus flower can fly away with the slightest breath. Yet their long […]
Food on the Move
Edible Reno-Tahoe’s flourishing food truck scene offers convenient eats and community fêtes. Takeout food has an entirely different meaning these days. What once was a service for fun and convenience […]
Branding Pioneer
University of Nevada, Reno professor designs new font based on Northern Nevada cattle brands. In contemporary marketing terms, the word branding brings to mind a memorable logo, catchy tagline, or […]