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Why I love Nevada City

Happy New Year!  I love our community and have put together a list of a few of the reasons why I love Nevada City. Community: I love the small town vibe of our community, whether it's people helping others in need, small town businesses…
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Epic Outside Inn Blog Giveaway

Are you ready for the Epic Outside Inn blog giveaway worth over a $1000?  Last year I had an Ultimate Nevada City giveaway (read the comments if you need a reminder why Nevada City is a great place), and this year my end of the year blog…
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Nevada City Eats

Nevada City Eats opened their doors this morning at 6am.  If you're looking for a quick bite to eat in downtown Nevada City stop by the new restaurant, they're featuring breakfast burritos, biscuits and gravy, Peet's Coffee and fresh muffins…
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Uncorked

Uncorked, local wine, beer and food tasting event in downtown Nevada City, organized by the Nevada City Chamber and the Sierra Vintners.  Tasting spots were set up around town from locations ranging from Emma Nevada House to the Stonehouse…
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Synthetic Unlimited at the Stonehouse

Synthetic Unlimited presents The Servant of Two Bosses at the Stonehouse, with Beaucoup Chapeaux kicking things off in the bar before the performance.   Written and directed by Grace Fae this fast paced production is bound to make to you laugh.…
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Fable Coffee

Fable Coffee is a small speciality micro-roaster coffee business based in Nevada County.  You can sample their coffee Saturday mornings at the Nevada City Farmers Market, they have pour over coffee, cold brew, iced teas and arnold palmers.…
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Sierra Farm to Table Dinner

Tonight was yet another one of those magical Nevada City experiences you just had to be there to experience.  Reinette Senum organized the first annual Nevada City Farm to Table Banquet to benefit the Nevada City Boardwalk and recruited help…
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New Moon

New Moon Cafe in Nevada City is one of those restaurants you just wait for a special occasion to finally arrive so you can treat yourself to a fabulous dinner out.  But if your birthday or anniversary was last month, perhaps you should…
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Tea Light Soup Night

Tea Light Soup Night is the culinary project of Shana Maziarz, every couple of weeks she updates the facebook page and invites folks to stop by for all you can eat soup, homemade bread and "fresh seasonal drinks" on the deck.  Tonight's…
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Nevada City Farmers Market

The Nevada City Farmers Market is Saturday mornings from 8:30-12:30 mid June till late November.  If you haven't been down to the market, stop by, there's a great selection of locally grown produce and fruit, fresh flowers, eggs and meat,…
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An Honest Pie

An Honest Pie, the Nevada City food truck serving up hot fresh sweet and savoury pies.  If you're hungry try  Bry's Turkey Pie or the  Chicken Pot Pie, if you're looking for a warm dessert the Boston Cream pie is fabulous and the cool Luscious…
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The Organic Grill

Have you been to The Organic Grill?  The cafe is attached to California Organics in the Nevada City Seven Hills District and offers lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday 11am-9m and open for Sunday brunch 10am-3pm.  The menu features…
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Schad Studio at Broad Street Bistro

Nevada County Artist Kath Schad has a exhibit of her fine art up this month at Broad Street Bistro.  "My new Aspen/Birch Tree work is definitely Sierra based. I adore the higher elevation terrain, the snow, Aspen, Tahoe boulders and Sierra…
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Bistro 221

Have you tried the Bistro 221?  Melissa Bryant, from Cirino's, took over the old Lefty's location and opened up a new downtown Nevada City lunch and dinner restaurant.  Check their Facebook page for specials and new menus.  My research assistant…
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Food Love Project Soup Night

If you have a child going to school in the Nevada City area,there's a chance you've heard of the Food Love Project.  If you haven't, here's your chance!  The Food Love Project is an educational farm that is a part of the Living Lands Agrarian…
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Fudenjuce

Looking for a casual vegetarian dining option in Nevada City, stop by Fudenjuce on Zion Street.  Their menu includes soups, salads, wraps, rice bowls, smoothies and fresh juices.  Order up at the front window and then either sit outside…
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Treatsicles

Our friends at Treats are introducing a new product....Treatsicles.  While we love their ice cream, gelato and fresh baked cookies, with the warmer months up ahead, sometimes a refreshing ice cold bar made of local seasonal fruits and veggies,…
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The Fix

The Fix for Foodies on York Street in downtown Nevada City makes amazing organic vegetarian food. They offer up a variety of raw, vegan, gluten free dishes, click here for their menu.  My research assistant thinks the hot chocolate and desserts…
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The Old Five Mile House

The Old 5 Mile House on Highway 20 is a historic old roadhouse that serves up a global mix of cuisine.  The standard menu never changes, but every month a new country is added to the mix.  This month the theme is Irish month, owner Robert…
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Polly’s Paladar: Seven Deadly Sins

Polly's Paladar, Nevada City's supper club hosted chef Evan Coben from New York tonight for a decadent meal themed "Seven Deadly Sins."  The menu included Lust (French Kiss Oysters, Champagne), Wrath (Octopus Tentacles, Red Sex Tomatoes),…
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Valentine’s Day Ideas, plus giveaway

Valentine's Day is right around the corner and we've got some great local ideas and a fabulous giveaway for one lucky individual.  Karin, at The Magickal Florist has offered up one dozen red roses, the Valentine's Day Classic Bouquet, to one…