Happenings
Brew HaHa, the Sierra Arts Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser, is taking place Friday, Feb. 2, at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks from 7 to 11 p.m. The event will feature a wide variety of alcohol vendors, live music and art vendors. “This event is about showcasing and supporting the arts in every aspect, from the craft of brewing to the live performances on the stage and, of course, all of the impressive work that our local artists will be selling,” said Tracey Oliver, executive director at Sierra Arts, in a press release. “We invite the community to join us, where they will be surrounded by an immersive art experience that displays creativity and culture that inspires and uplifts us all.” For tickets, which start at $65, and more information, head to sierraarts.org/event/brew-haha-2024.
Jeff Paine, owner of the Gold ’N Silver Inn, announced on Facebook that Jacobs Entertainment would take ownership of the restaurant on May 1. “Jacobs Entertainment has advised me that they intend to ‘keep things as they are,’ with plans for future expansion and remodeling,” he said. Jacobs Entertainment—the owner of the land the Gold ’N Silver occupies—has apparently claimed that it will offer current Gold ’N Silver employees opportunities to stay, maintain the current menu, and make changes slowly over time. Watch www.facebook.com/goldnsilverinn for updates.
The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) and Made in Nevada (MIN) have created the Nevada Craft Beverage Passport, a printed or printable digital booklet and “guide to a fun, educational and rewarding time exploring Nevada’s finest craft beverage establishments,” according to the NDA website. Each participating establishment has a page in the passport, and when guests visit, they will receive a stamp. “This passport is a great opportunity to support small business and bolster our economy, while getting to taste the flavors of Nevada-made products,” said NDA senior trade officer Dillon Davidson, in a news release. “We are proud to be in our third year with 45 establishments representing different parts of Nevada, and grateful to have ongoing support from our local leaders that makes this initiative thrive.” For the list of participating Northern Nevada establishments, head to agri.nv.gov/passport.
Openings
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe has opened at 4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd., in South Lake Tahoe. Following a $70 million-plus renovation, the resort features amenities including an indoor pool; a nine-story, open-air atrium; and the License to Chill Bar. Guests can also enjoy an array of signature restaurants including LandShark Bar and Grill, Joe Merchant’s Coffee and Provisions, Come Monday Café and JWB Prime Steak and Seafood. Find out more at www.margaritavilleresorts.com/margaritaville-resort-lake-tahoe.
Reno is getting three new branches of Teriyaki Madness—a Seattle-style teriyaki shop brand with locations all over the country—making for four total area restaurants. The first one has been at the Summit Reno (13963 S. Virginia St., Suite 904). The second just opened at 6637 S. Virginia St., Suite C, owned by franchisees Rick and Wendy Henrickson and their two sons; they plan on opening two more locations soon. Get details at teriyakimadness.com.
Tangerine Bistro has opened in Truckee at 10412 Donner Pass Road. Led by chef Brandon Kirksey of sister restaurant Great Gold, Tangerine Bistro focuses on French cuisine with bistro classics like French onion soup, escargots and steak frites; www.tangerinetahoe.com.
La Victoria Coffee, the popular Riverside Farmers’ Market coffee trailer, has a new storefront at 1620 Robb Drive, in Reno. While the mother-daughter duo will still serve their signature coffee drinks at the farmers’ market, their new storefront is a welcome addition to McQueen Crossings; www.lavictoriacoffee.com.
The Biggest Little Café opened on Jan. 17 in the Reno City Hall lobby at 1 E. First St. The cafe is operated by the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation Vocational Rehabilitation Bureau through the Business Enterprises of Nevada program, which provides entrepreneurial opportunities for the visually impaired to own and operate vending facilities in public buildings and properties. The café will serve coffees, snacks and a variety of sandwiches and salads. “If you support the café, you are also supporting the success of DETR’s program and helping create an even larger inclusive community,” said City Councilmember Naomi Duerr in a press release. “It is a win-win as people in downtown have another convenient way to get food while helping to expand an amazing service offered by DETR.”
Finally, congratulations to the three Reno restaurants that made Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Restaurants list for 2024: Arario (No. 26), R Town Pizza (No. 64) and La Condesa Eatery (No. 67). By comparison, San Francisco had just one restaurant on the Top 100 list!
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