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Fishing report through Oct. 19
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 12:16amHere is this week's fishing report through Oct. 19 for Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and southern Oregon.
Lake Tahoe Chocolate Factory and Cakes by Grace Open House
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 11:03pm
Lake Tahoe Chocolate Factory and Cakes by Grace are throwing an open house party on Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 4 to 7 p.m. at their store in Stateline. The event will feature a live broadcast by KTHO radio, appetizers, tastings of desserts and treats, and wine from Apres Wine Co. Holiday items will be on display, including edible centerpieces, cakes, fudge and chocolate. There will be a contest to name the store, with the winner receiving certificates for chocolate and cakes worth $100.
Chocolate factory hosts grand opening
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 10:05amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Lake Tahoe Chocolate Factory and Cakes by Grace will host an open house, grand opening, ribbon cutting, wine pairing, and more. The event will be held from 4-7 p.m. Oct. ...
Taking a few bites out of Apple Hill
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 10:30pm
By Don Quilici
It’s that time of the year, once again, to visit a special place known as Apple Hill. If you are a newcomer to this area or if you have never been there, fall is a great time of the year to visit Apple Hill.
And, if you are a newcomer, about now you are probably wondering, “What and where in the heck is Apple Hill?”
Well, the correct answer is: “Apple Hill is not a specific hill or a specific location; on the contrary, it is a large geographic area.”
Wine making musician brings his blend to S. Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/04/2011 - 10:25amOn a day off from skiing in Lake Tahoe, Paul Cullen discovered a wine he wanted to make his own. On Oct. 5 Cullen will be at Après Wine Company in South Lake Tahoe where there will be a tasting of his...
Wine making musician brings his blend to S. Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:50amOn a day off from skiing in Lake Tahoe, Paul Cullen discovered a wine he wanted to make his own. On Oct. 5 Cullen will be at Après Wine Company in South ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../wine-making-musici...
Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation Food Fest on Oct. 8
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 5:11pm
The Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation's annual Food Fest will be Saturday, October 8, 6:30 to 10 PM, at Harrah's Convention Room. More than 18 local eateries plus area beer and wine suppliers will be serving there. Also, there will be a silent and live auction with items ranging from art to food to exotic vacation accommodations. Advance tickets are $35 each, available at each local LTUSD school, at the LTUSD District Office on Al Tahoe Blvd., and at the Fox gas station on Highway 50 at Takela.
Camp Richardson at Lake Tahoe celebrates festivals, fall colors and fine dining
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/28/2011 - 3:50pm
NEWS RELEASE — Camp Richardson Historic Resort & Marina, Lake Tahoe’s favorite family resort, is gearing down for an anticipated season of fall colors, crisp mountain air, special events, activities, dining with a view and lakefront lodging value.
Located on Tahoe’s south shore, Camp Richardson is an outdoor enthusiast’s mecca. The fall season offers warm days and sweater-wearing nights that allow guests to take in hiking, biking, live music and beach time without the larger summer crowds.
Confirmed: Squaw Valley and Alpine deal official
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/27/2011 - 5:38amSquaw Valley USA, the iconic Lake Tahoe-area resort that has been home to some of the country’s top downhill skiers, is joining operations with neighboring Alpine Meadows. See story here. Here is the official press release dated today:
Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra SeptOberfest
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/21/2011 - 2:06amJoin in the fun as September rounds the corner when the Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra presents SeptOberfest on Sept. 23, 6 p.m. at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa. The 9th annual fundraiser offers German food, German maidens, free stein, beer garden, wine tasting, music, dancing and more. Proceeds go to benefit at risk and underprivileged children. Advance tickets are $35 and $40 at the door. For information call (530) 544-2864.
Fishing report for Sept. 21-28
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/20/2011 - 9:30pmHere is the fishing report for the week of Sept. 21-28. This report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, the Sierra, Northern California and Southern Oregon.
Tahoe Grille Hosts Final Summer Chamber Business Mixer
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/20/2011 - 11:42amJoin the Tahoe Chamber on Wednesday, September 21st from 5:30-7:30pm for the September Business After Hours Mixer. Tahoe Grille will host this last hoorah of the summer on their newly remodeled outdoor patio while serving up tray passed Hors d'ouvres and wine or beer by the glass. Admission includes 2 drink tickets, great food, fun raffle prizes and good company.
Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation announces 2011-12 programs, scholarship opportunities
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 09/19/2011 - 1:54pm
By Aimi Xistra-Rich
The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation has opened registration for the 2011 – 2012 Alpine, Freestyle, Freeride and Snowboard Programs. With a variety of options from the One-Day Program to the Full-Time Competitive Program, the Lake Tahoe foundation has something for all ages and levels of skiers and riders. Registration packets are available online, at the HSSF building, or by calling the HSSF administration office. Those who register and pay in full now will receive the early registration pricing; prices increase $100 on November 1, 2011.
Second Sample the Sierra well attended
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 11:06amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - More than 1,500 foodies and wine aficionados converged on Ski Run Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe, California for the Second Annual Sample the Sierra, which was held Sep...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Second annual Sample the Sierra was a success
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 11:00amIf you were not on Ski Run Boulevard Sept. 4, then you might have been the only one.Crowds of people lined up to taste local food and wine at the second year of the Sample the Sierra farm to fork f...
Songs of War are a good thing with Lonnie Jordan
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/15/2011 - 10:48amSometimes fans at War concerts are surprised to hear so many familiar songs.The band has recorded numerous hits since 1969, including "Low Rider," "Cisco Kid," "Spill the Wine," "Summer,RCopy...
Fishing report through Sept. 21
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 10:45pmHere is the fishing report for the week through Sept. 21. The report covers Nevada, Northern California, Southern Oregon and the Sierra.
Snippets about Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 1:37pmMore than 3000 attendees took part in the 26th annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food & Wine Festival last weekend with Six Peaks Grille getting top honors from the ...www.laketahoenews.net/2011/.../snippe...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Second Annual Sample the Sierra was a success
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 11:51amIf you were not on Ski Run Boulevard Sept. 4, then you might have been the only one.Crowds of people lined up to taste local food and wine at the second year of the Sample the Sierra farm to fork f...
Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe to Give $28,000 to Local Nonprofits
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 8:25amRather than funding many smaller projects as in the past, this year Soroptimist International of South Lake Tahoe Foundation, Inc. (SISLT) will distribute $28,000 to a maximum of five local nonprofit organizations. The goal of this new approach is to encourage applicants to think big and create increasingly impactful programs for the community.
Celebration of Writers Around the Lake
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 09/11/2011 - 7:50pm
Whether you're a writer or a reader, join Tahoe Writers Works for a Celebration of Writers around the Lake at the Valhalla Grand Hall, South Lake Tahoe, Calif. $10, includes a wine reception and reading by writers who call the lake home and those who are inspired by the lake.
Fishing report through Sept. 14
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 09/09/2011 - 5:55pm
Here is this week's fishing report for Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra and southern Oregon. This report runs this weekend through Sept. 14.
Grape-stomping good time at Northstar's Autumn Food and Wine Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 2:37pmHow can you tell autumn is about to arrive?Look for people with purple feet. The Village Grape Stop and Vineyard Luncheon on Friday, Sept. 9 will be done by teams of adults and singles, more tha...
Drummer David Lauser: Like a fine wine, Sammy gets better with age
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 2:14pmSUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The envelope is a technique in which an essay begins and ends with the same sentence. David "Bro" Lauser used a similar style when he told the story about his career wi...
Grape-stomping good time at Northstar's Autumn Food and Wine Festival
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 2:39pmHow can you tell autumn is about to arrive?Look for people with purple feet. The Village Grape Stop and Vineyard Luncheon on Friday, Sept. 9 will be done by teams of adults and singles, more tha...
Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 1:38amJoin fans of fine wine, good times and great food for the high point of autumn at Lake Tahoe at the Lake Tahoe Food and Wine Festival, Sept. 9-11 at the Village at Northstar. In addition to food, wine and cooking competitions among renowned chefs and vintners, the skies of Northstar will resonate with music, art, seminars, cooking demonstrations, tastings, a grape stomp all topped off with the Sunday Culinary Competition and Grand Tasting.
Fireworks, food and wine today
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 09/04/2011 - 10:05amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Nearly 2,000 foodies and wine aficionados are expected to converge on Ski Run Boulevard Second Annual Sample the Sierra from noon to 5 p.m. today.Afterwards, South Lak...
Alpen Wine Festival a Squaw Valley tradition
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/02/2011 - 9:48amThere will be plenty of wining at the Village of Squaw Valley. That is whining without the "h," and it is for a good cause.The 23rd annual Alpen Wine Festival Sunday, Sept. 4 will present more t...
Fishing report through Sept. 6
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 11:39pm
By Don Quilici
Here is the fishing report for the week of Aug. 31 through Sept. 6. The report covers rivers, streams and lakes in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Weekend Fishing Report
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 9:45am
By Don Quilici
Here's the fishing report for the week of Aug. 24-31. The report covers lakes, rivers and streams in Nevada, Northern California, the Sierra and Southern Oregon.
Safari Rose Sunset Wine Cruise
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 12:32pm
Join us aboard the Safari Rose for a fundraiser to benefit the Tahoe Arts Project. From 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15. The event, which begins at the Tahoe Keys Marina, will feature wines and appetizers donated by local businesses. The cost is $55 discounted tickets but you have to hurry though because there are only 50 passenger tickets available. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Tahoe Arts Project, tahoearts@aol.com or by calling (530) 542-3632.
Edgewood Tahoe recognized among ‘Most Scenic Restaurants' in U.S.
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 2:55am
PRESS RELEASE — Lake Tahoe's Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course & Restaurant management announced this week that its Edgewood Restaurant has been named a winner of OpenTable Diners’ Choice Awards for Most Scenic Restaurant in the United States.
Wine festival at Squaw Valley
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/18/2011 - 12:48pmWine lovers can enjoy early fall in the Sierra at the 23rd Annual Alpen Wine Festival held on Sunday, Sept. 4 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Village at Squaw Valley. All proceeds from the festival benefit Can Do Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a national nonprofit organization sponsoring lifestyle empowerment programs for people with MS and their support partners.
Sample the Sierra food and wine festival
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/17/2011 - 6:00pmFine food, wine, music and art will be the order of the day at the second annual Sample the Sierra on Ski Run Boulevard, Sunday, Sept. 4, noon - 5 p.m. This market-to-table event features samples from Sierra Nevada chefs and restaurants – all created with local produce and paired with 15 regional wineries.
Summer transitions to fall with Labor Day and beyond
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 6:12pm
Before summer segues to fall Tahoe South will celebrate a Labor Day last call: an amped-up holiday weekend of non-stop activities on and off the water including a food and wine festival, sternwheeler race, outdoor and showroom concerts and a fireworks extravaganza.
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
A filling lineup for North Shore food and wine
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/12/2011 - 10:23amThe 26th Annual Lake Tahoe Autumn Food and Wine Festival, considered one of Lake Tahoe's premier gourmet events, is scheduled for Sept. 9-11 at the Village at Northstar in Truckee. The three-day e...
Wine-pairing dinner offered at Apres Wine
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/15/2011 - 2:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Apres Wine Company will offer a wine pairing dinner every Friday and Saturday evening throughout the summer. Seating is available. Call 530-544-WINE for reservations.A...
Restaurant At Black Bear Inn announces wine-pairing dinners
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 07/15/2011 - 2:30pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Black Bear Inn in South Lake Tahoe has announced its first ever wine pairing dinners.Jeff Runquist Wines of Amador County, just south of El Dorado County, will be highlig...
