Texas in South Shore: Womack’s BBQ
This place hasn’t changed one bit since Dismas opened it in 1977. Womack’s Texas Style Bar-B-Q in South Lake Tahoe is located across from the Heavenly Village.
If you’re a carnivore, you can’t go wrong here.
Iconic Burgers and Mountain Culture
After skiing all day nothing beats a big, fat juicy burger at the Bridge Tender in Tahoe City.
It’s a North Lake Tahoe institution for those seeking a fix of rare, medium and well-done mountain culture.
Un Vero Gusto: Coffeebar Truckee
Right when you thought there was no possible way to make the coffee experience better, Coffeebar – a modern style Italian Coffeebar with a sustainable twist – arrives on the scene.
This is what we love about our mountain culture. Steaming hot with local artists, athletes, and entrepreneurs, Coffeebar has transformed a historic industrial dig located one block off the main drag in Truckee into an unpretentious gathering place.
Tahoe Keys Deli 28 Years Strong
Keeping it real (and simple) are his key ingredients.
In addition to owner, John Galea.
Edgewood Tahoe. Unparalleled Views & Freshness.
Fresh Ahi tuna seared, with stir fried vegies with a light wasabe sauce served on coconut rice.
Not a fish lover?
What about Seared Elk Chop or a Rack of Spring Lamb?
White Bean–Fennel Soup by Billy McCullough of Dragonfly
As part of the weekly Stone Soup community event held every Sunday evening at the Truckee Recreation Center, Billy McCullough, owner of Dragonfly and founding member of Slow Food Lake Tahoe, prepared this white bean and fennel soup with butternut squash, carrot, onion, and thyme.
Still Loafing since 1977. Tahoe House.
Its European breads, pastries and custom brewed Alpen Sierra Coffee has made it a daily staple for everyone.
And a Tahoe tradition.
Samurai Restaurant & Sushi Bar
25 years after it started, Samurai still has the freshest sushi and Japanese delicacies in Tahoe.
Feel like an Action Hero. The Açaí Bowl @ Keys Cafe in South Shore.
Yeah right.
How can a tiny little berry be the most nutritious and powerful food in the world?
Now you can find out.
Nectar in the Mountains
This place rocks.
Literally.
Avec Wine + Food
Lake Tahoe’s North Shore food and wine scene just got more interesting with the recent remodel of Avec Wine + Food and wine tasting events that make Avec the best spot in Truckee to find tastes and flavors from around the world.
In addition to its lunch, dinner and all day fare, the award winning wines of Lake County’s Six Sigma Ranch will be paired with complimentary treats from Avec’s Cal- Euro artisan menu all year round. read more →
Cottonwood Caesar Salad. Worth the drive?
“We drove to Cottonwood last night for their Caesar Salad!” boasted the happy skier from Santa Cruz, CA.
“You mean the Cottonwood Restaurant in Truckee? You drove there last night from here [Kirkwood] and back? Isn’t that 2 hours, one way?” asked TAMC. “Yep, but it’s the best Caesar salad on the planet, even beating the restaurants in San Francisco.”
How’s that for an endorsement!
1962 South Shore Drive In
OK.
It’s not a drive-in anymore, but it shouts authentic Tahoe.
Now a roadside walk up, the Sno-Flake Drive In has been in business 48 years in South Lake Tahoe.
The Red Hut. A Taste of Tahoe nostalgia.
It’s a South Lake Tahoe landmark. The Red Hut Café on Highway 50 next to Meek’s Lumber.
It’s easy to see why this is a favorite local spot. Full of local character and charm, including Lake Tahoe’s favorite detective’s favorite breakfast, the Owen McKenna Omelette.
Tahoe’s Uncommonly Good Ethnic Deli
They’ve been tantalizing local taste buds for over 15 years with their gourmet ethnic dishes and sushi.
Meet Doug and Dawn Baehr of Uncommon Kitchen in Tahoe City.
The Sweet Life: Sugar Pine Bakery
Whether you’re craving a macaroon or baguette, the Sugar Pine Bakery bakes it fresh daily. It’s the sweet spot in South Shore.
Foccacia, ciabatta, fougasse and baguettes. Almond pear tarts, bread pudding, big flaky cinnamon rolls, sticky buns, chocolate chip cookies, and red velvet cupcakes, the Sugar Pine Bakery in South Lake Tahoe is simply irresistible.
Mark Estee’s Whole Hog Philosophy
If there’s one certainty about Mark Estee, Executive Chef and Co-owner of Moody’s Bistro & Lounge and Baxter’s Bistro & Lounge, it’s that diners can expect the unexpected, a new twist on an old favorite or a surprising burst of flavors. Estee’s energy and spirit are contagious and it comes across in his cooking and in the experience diners have at his restaurants.
Get 50% off Dinner and help Tahoe-Truckee Schools
Cardivor (kard i vor) n.
1. A person who uses a Dining for Schools Card to save 50% at local restaurants.
It’s a no brainer. Support local schools and save money at our finest North Shore restaurants.
Wild (About) Cherries in Truckee
Owned by Truckee ski Olympian Kristin Krone, Wild Cherries is a hit with locals and visitors.
One visit and you’ll see why.
2nd Annual Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week October 2-9
The 2nd Annual Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week is a celebration of the scrumptious cuisine and culinary talent that has made the Lake Tahoe region the best mountain-dining destination in the country.
The week long event is scheduled to kick off the first Sunday in October, Sunday, October 2, and will run through Sunday, October 9. Local food aficionados and visitors will delight their palate with 3-course prix-fixe menus at exceptional values that incorporate organic, seasonal and local ingredients – all served up at Lake Tahoe’s charming and historic eateries, resorts and bistros.
Outdoor and Culinary Adventures in Tahoe and Truckee
The Cedar House Sport Hotel, winner of the 2011 WoodWorks California Wood Design Award for innovation and excellence, is the place for culinary and outdoor adventures in the Sierra Nevada starting June 2011.
Whether it’s learning new cooking techniques, memorable meals, hiking, biking, kayaking, lakeside activities or a combination of culinary and outdoor adventures, Cedar House Sport Hotel has created unforgettable experiences in the Lake Tahoe area. read more →
Gourmet Mushroom creates Hysteria at Lake Tahoe
You may have seen them lately.
They have that glazed look.
Not the fungi.
The people. The Morel mushroom hunters.
BEST of Tahoe Chefs to benefit Tahoe Forest Cancer Center May 22
Dress in your best western cowboy duds…or make it Tahoe casual. Whatever, just be sure and saddle up and attend the Best Rootin’ Tootin’ culinary event in North Lake Tahoe.
The 12th Anniversary of the Best of Tahoe Chefs fundraiser for the Tahoe Forest Cancer Center takes place on Sunday, May 22, 2011 at the Ritz Carlton next to Northstar.
Yeehaw!
River Ranch Hosts Fundraiser Dinner to Keep Tahoe Blue Dec 3
The River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant in Tahoe City is hosting a Keep Tahoe Blue fund raising dinner on Friday, December 3.
Thirty percent of all proceeds from the evening’s total food bill (excluding alcohol) will be donated to the League to Save Lake Tahoe.**
Shaw Family Farms’ Roast on the Range September 25 in Truckee
On Saturday, September 25th at 2 p.m., delight in the sharing of locally-raised, seasonal foods as Moody’s Bistro Executive Chef Mark Estee and Chef de Cuisine Guy Frenette roast a Berkshire hog raised in pasture at the small, sustainable Shaw Family Farms in Truckee during Roast on the Range.
Proceeds from this Truckee foodie event will benefit Girls on the Run – Sierras, a life-changing, non-profit prevention program for girls in the 3rd through 8th grade. Their mission is to educate and prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. read more →
Wolfdale’s Farmers’ Market Cooking Classes Aug 19 and Sept 9
Like his menu, Douglas Dale’s Wolfdale’s restaurant ranges far beyond the boundaries of convention, often sailing into gastronomic waters not regularly charted.
Thursday, August 19th and Thursday, September 9th, the landmark North Shore eatery and the Tahoe City Farmer’s Market combine in offering an educational and fun cooking class. A few spaces are still open, but act quick!
Tootsie’s Ice Cream Parlor highlights Tahoe Landmarks
There’s the Tahoe Rim Trail, Blackwood Canyon, Sugar Pine, D.L. Bliss, Lake Aloha, West Face, and even The Road Construction sundae with rocky road ice cream, a lighthearted homage to Tahoe locals’ least favorite season.
Loaded with lots of humor and local flavor, Tahoe’s famous landmarks are featured in the ice cream sundaes available at Tootsie’s in Tahoe City created by longtime North Lake Tahoe locals Syd and Mike Earley.
The art of flavor in every cup. Alpen Sierra Coffee.
Inspired by his travels in Austria and the Sierra Nevada, Christian Waskiewicz founded Alpen Sierra Coffee Company in 1988.
He is Tahoe’s original coffee roaster, and has made it an art form.
Food for the People! A Gastronomical Tour at Blue Angel Café.
No need to travel to Bangkok, Tuscany, Mumbai or London for your international fix.
The Blue Angel Café in South Lake Tahoe is an international food market of exotic flavors and textures that rival the authentic dishes found in their homeland.
The artist behind this South Shore hot spot is executive chef, Michael.
Mojitos and Sunsets at Brooks’ Bar & Deck
Golf Digest called it one of the “Best 19th Holes in America”. We call it one of the hottest local bars and restaurants located at Stateline in South Lake Tahoe.
Starting May 4th, Brooks’ Bar & Deck located right off Edgewood Tahoe’s picturesque 18th hole is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Sunday Sippers Wine Tastings at Aprés Wine Company at Ski Run Center
Like the golden rule for meeting people, JP Lonergan of Aprés Wine Company in South Lake Tahoe suggests you have an open mind while tasting wine. You don’t want to miss out on a lasting relationship because of preconceived notions, especially when it comes to wine!
Great advice say sippers who meet six different varietals during the educational Sunday evenings, making new friends along the way.
Squeeze In raises Donations for Haiti January 25-January 29
Over the next week 10% of all dining profits from both locations of the Squeeze In will go toward disaster relief efforts in Haiti. Every transaction from Monday, Jan 25, through Friday, Jan 29, 2010 will be counted toward a donation to the Salvation Army in support of the organization’s Haitian relief efforts. read more →
Get Freshies all Year in South Shore
Although well known for its fish tacos and veggie dishes, Freshies has a lot more to offer.
Including the local atmosphere.
Moody’s Bistro “Pig Dinners” & Cooking Demonstration Nov 5-8
It’s not surprising that a restaurant known for its Niman Ranch Big Ass Pork Platter would want to pay tribute to the lowly, but oh-so-tasty pig. To honor this creature, Moody’s Bistro & Lounge is presenting the second annual “Pig Dinners” from Thursday, November 5 to Sunday, November 8, featuring pork-themed appetizers and entrees.
There will also be a cooking demonstration on Saturday, November 7 that will include free tastes and pork-friendly wine.
Turkeys-Giving-Thanks Organic Vegetarian Dinner Nov 20 @ LTCC
The Lake Tahoe Community College A.W.A.R.E. Club is sponsoring a delicious organic, vegan dinner served with a thought-provoking presentation by Hope Bohanec, Grassroots Campaigns Director, IDA, who will discuss Eco-Eating: The Power of Your Plate.
The third annual Turkeys-Giving-Thanks Organic Vegetarian Dinner will take place Friday, November 20, 2009 at 6:30pm.
The Edible History of Tahoe – NLTHS Historical Recipe Cookbook. Submissions due Sept 30.
The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society (NLTHS) is producing its first-ever historical recipe cookbook, and the anecdotes surrounding them.
Culinary contributors are needed for “The Edible History of Tahoe” by September 30, 2009.
Delicioso y Cultura. Cilantro at Stateline.
I just love finding new places to eat in Tahoe.
Especially ones that help resurrect a part of town otherwise overlooked, and that won’t break the bank. Like Cilantro located at Stateline, directly across from Lakeside Inn & Casino.
Go Big with Taqueria Jalisco
You may have to search to find it, but it’s well worth it and will make you a regular. Guaranteed.
Taqueria Jalisco is hidden off the beaten path in South Shore, behind Rojos and the Video Library on Harrison Avenue. The entrance is located in the back off the side street.
Christy Hill in Tahoe City: A Culinary Classic Turns 28 Years Old
Christy Hill: A Culinary Classic Turns 28 Years Old
by Ryan Adams
This article is a reprint from the May Print Edition of Moonshine Ink, the Independent News Source for Truckee and North Lake Tahoe.Roughly three decades ago, my parents Matt Adams and Debbie Macrorie, set out to follow a vision. In lieu of fancy business degrees, they brought passion and a love for the area, and devoted long hours, sleepless nights, and a whatever-it-takes attitude to create the Christy Hill Restaurant.
Izzy’s Burger Spa
Not sure why it’s called a spa, unless you are the one cooking the juicy charbroiled burgers over the searing flame.
Or maybe it’s pure marketing genius to attract people thinking they’ll get a burger and a spa treatment. Brilliant!
Nonetheless, Izzy’s burgers are delicious surrounded by a classic Tahoe burger-joint ambiance.
Yellow Sub. Keeping it real.
The original deli shop in South Shore.
Started by ski bums who had to pay for their addiction with the least minimal effort (because you get tired on the slopes all day!), Yellow Sub has been around since 1980. read more →
Mamasake
You won’t want to miss this deal.
Or the music.
Or the setting.
Mamasake. read more →
Local Flavor on Tap – Mt Tallac Brewery
The art of brewing good times.
A local brewer in South Shore specializes in a wide variety of micro brews and now art and music festivals. read more →
Bikes, Coffee and Locally-Made Ice Cream…what else do you need?
Sounds like a complete meal for Tahoe people.
DYK…PDQ
Deli-licious sandwiches.
You’ve driven by it countless times on the West Shore.
It’s worth the 5 minute stop.
What’s Brewing in South Shore? Find out at Tahoe Java.
Tahoe Java is more than a tasteful local gem.
It’s helping to revive the Swiss Chalet Village.
The perfect pairing: Art, Food and Wine @ Trio in Truckee
Indulgent.
Artistic.
Tasteful.
read more →
