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G E TAWAY N AV I G AT O R S 8 Meet Your GETAWAY Team GET CONNECTED 10 Getaway’s Social Media Guide A R T S & C U LT U R E 14 Tahoe’s Winter Wonderland 16 Prepare to be Puzzled ADVENTURE 18 2019 Resort Guide 20 Top Things to do this Winter

E N T E R TA I N M E N T 24 Mark Your Calendar ...

28 It’s Show Time!

32 Romantic Rendezvous 36 Game On FOOD & DRINK 40 An Elevated Taste of Adventure 42 Whiskey 101 46 Fiery Dining SHOPPING 50 Layer Up 54 She Shreds, He Shreds RELAX 56 Knot A Problem S P E C I A L F E AT U R E 60 There’s No Place Like Home EXPLORE 62 64 66 68 70 72 74

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G E TAWAY L I S T 76 Explore Tahoe GETAWAY List 80 Explore Reno/Sparks GETAWAY List 82 Explore Carson Valley GETAWAY List 6

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Hello winter! The crisp air and bright blue skies bring some of the best scenery around. Let’s explore how some of our followers captured the vibrant hues of this beautiful season!

A snowflake is winter’s butterfly.

Got to love those beautiful winter days.

Eat. Sleep. Ride. Repeat.

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getaway • ofplanmygetaway.com Anne Johnston, 07.25.2012; 20:13, 2015. Cotton sateen, low-water immersion dyed, hand painted with dye, machine stitched, 59reno/tahoe x 57 inches. Courtesy the artist.

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TAHOE’S WINTER WONDERLAND Snowflakes and Snow-covered Fur

As winter’s snowflakes fall from the sky and cover the Sierra Nevada mountains in a blanket of snow, the breathtaking views of local wildlife enjoying their Winter Wonderland will truly astound you.

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PREPARE TO BE PUZZLED

By Patrick Turner, VP of Marketing & Communications, The Discovery

and secret passwords found throughout the rooms of the exhibition. Upon completing each of the select brainteasers and group challenges, visitors will have gathered the necessary clues and secret passwords to become a member of the Mindbender Society and add their portrait to the “Wall of Fame.”

Mister E. and the Mindbender Society invite you to enter the wonderfully puzzling Mindbender Mansion, opening at the Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The Discovery) in downtown Reno in February 2019. Mindbender Mansion is a large-scale and eclectic exhibition filled with puzzles, brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problemsolving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers.

Adults and children alike will enjoy exercising their minds as they attempt to master each of the 40 individual brain teasers and five group activities in this unconventional exhibition at The Discovery.

Visitors will be greeted by the wacky Mr. E., master brainteaser and puzzler extraordinaire, and current curator of the Mindbender Society. He will explain the mysteries of Mindbender Mansion and how to become a member of the eccentric Mindbender Society by gathering hidden clues

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So warm up your brain and make plans to visit The Discovery. The challenges begin the minute you enter the mansion. Mindbender Mansion opens to the public February 3 and will be on exhibit through 2019.

The Discovery is located at 490 S. Center Street in downtown Reno. Daily admission is $12 for adults, and $10 for children age 1-17 and seniors (65+).

Admission on Wednesdays after 4 p.m. is just $5 per person, and the museum is open until 8 p.m. To learn more about Mindbender Mansion and The Discovery, visit nvdm.org/mindbender.

Mindbender Mansion was produced by the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) in Portland, Oregon. Major support for Mindbender Mansion is provided by the Charles N. Mathewson CLAT Number One, Anonymous, The Clarence & Martha Jones Family Foundation, the K&K Grimm Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada, and Charlie and Margaret Burback.

LET US MOVE YOU. More than 200 thought-provoking, awe-inspiring pieces of automobile history on display to ignite your imagination.

Available for Banquets & Special Events • Museum Open Daily Corner Lake & Mill Streets • Downtown Reno • 775.333.9300 • AutoMuseum.org

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The Reno/Tahoe area may be known as a winter wonderland, especially on a bluebird day after a snowfall. But sometimes it’s just too cold and blustery to get outdoors. Luckily, there are plenty of options, both indoors and out, to keep the whole family occupied no matter the weather outside.

Stay and play inside A museum tour is just the ticket to explore in the comfort of central heating.

See over 200 amazing automobiles, or Be the Astronaut at the National Auto Museum’s new interactive exhibit, and fly a spaceship or drive a rover in different space missions. If the arts are more your thing, be sure to visit the Nevada Museum of Art. See original exhibits by artists like Maya Lin (Tahoe Watershed) and Trevor Paglen (Orbital Reflector). From January 31 – May 5, the Wilbur D. May Museum will host The Lost World of Dragons.

Delve into the legends and see dragons come to life through animatronics, interactive displays and virtual reality. The Discovery Museum offers 67,000 square feet of indoor activities. Try their new Mindbender Mansion and expand your mind with brainteasers and interactive challenges. automuseum.org; nevadaart.org; wahoecounty.us; nvdm.org Express your creative side with fun crafting projects at Tahoe Modern Makers. They’ve got everything you need to make a variety of crafts and projects, including ceramics, wood burning, sewing, paper crafts, and much more! Even if you’ve never crafted before, they offer classes to help bring out your inner creative genius. Take-home craft supplies help extend the artistic adventures. tahoemodernmakers.com If you like going fast, then you’ll love Reno’s Need2Speed. State-of-the-art electric carts allow you to race around an indoor track (with no emissions!) at speeds up to 45 miles per hour. To make things more interesting, you can even race under black light. Want even more thrills? Try their virtual reality roller coaster or hone your putting game with a few rounds of blacklight mini golf. need2speed.com

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Photo this page: The Discovery; Photos opposite page: Zephyr Cove Snowmobile Tours, The Village at Northstar, Basecamp at Whitney Peak Hotel

Channel your inner warrior and defy gravity at Reno’s latest indoor adventure park. Urban Air Adventure Park offers trampolines, ropes courses, warrior obstacle courses, beam battles, a tubes playground, and more! There’s even an indoor Sky Rider coaster.

While this place is fun for all ages, after they’re done adventuring those 21 and up can enjoy an adult beverage in the lounge. urbanairtrampolinepark.com

Best of both worlds For many people, winter is the time to lace up their skates, and practice those glides, twirls, and swirls. Get your skate on at the only indoor rink in the Reno/Tahoe area, South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena. Or combine a day on the slopes with time on the ice at Heavenly Village or the Village at Northstar. In addition to great ice skating, both offer cafes, bars, restaurants and shops in their villages, so you won’t have to go far for a drink or a bite to eat.

Those closer to Reno can skate around the Reno Aces Ice Rink in downtown Reno. tahoearena.co; skiheavenly.com; northstarcalifornia.com; renoaces.com You don’t have to make it to the crag to climb. Stay pumped through the winter at South Lake Tahoe’s Blue Granite Climbing. Featuring 42-foot-tall climbing walls and a bouldering area, they also have classes and clinics to help up your climbing

game. Yoga and pilates classes keep limbs loose and limber in between sends. Want to go higher? Try scaling the “world’s tallest climbing wall” at the Basecamp at Whitney Peak Hotel in downtown Reno. There’s also an indoor bouldering gym, in addition to fitness, yoga and pilates classes. bluegraniteclimbing.com; whitneypeakhotel.com Lake Tahoe never freezes, so there’s no reason not to get on the water in winter. Being in the middle of Big Blue with majestic snow-capped mountains all around is just spectacular. Enjoy stunning daytime vistas of Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay, or cruise under the stars on an evening dinner cruise with live entertainment on the M.S. Dixie II. Heated, multi-level, indoor cabins will keep you nice and toasty, even in frosty weather. zephyrcove.com Did you know that winter is actually an ideal time for catching certain fish in Lake Tahoe? Find out for yourself, with the experienced crew at Tahoe Sport Fishing Co., who provide everything you need to catch your own Mackinaw, Brown or Rainbow Trout. When the temperature dips, warm up in their heated cabin and enjoy complimentary hot beverages and snacks. tahoesportfishing.com

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Embrace the cold There are plenty of activities outdoors that don’t require paying for an expensive lift ticket and long lines to actually use those tickets.

Discover peace and tranquility as you snowshoe or cross-country ski through a snow-covered paradise. Camp Richardson Historic Resort offers miles of groomed and skier-packed trails, ranging from beginner to expert, and was voted “best place to cross-coun try ski” by Tahoe locals. Get outfitted with everything you need at their Mountain Sports Center. Or try Mountain West Sports at The Crossing at Tahoe Valley for your equipment needs. camprichardson.com; mountainwest.rentals A snowmobile can take you to pristine locations that are otherwise unreachable in the winter. Zephyr Cove Snowmobile Tours offer 2-hour tours that will take you over 45 miles of trails and up to an elevation of 9,000 feet for jaw-dropping views. Tours are available mornings and afternoons. For a truly magical experience, try an evening tour during a full moon. zephyrcove.com Borges Sleigh Rides have been delighting visitors for over 50 years with horse-drawn sleigh rides. Experience enchantment as you go dashing through the snow, across meadows and through the woods to a beautiful view of Lake Tahoe. Hand-made sleighs

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come in a variety of sizes — perfect for the whole family, or just you and your sweetheart, snuggled up under warm blankets. sleighride.com Feel the thrill of flying down the hill on an inflatable tube at Heavenly Lake Tahoe’s 500-foot-long tubing hill. With a magic carpet to take you back up, you can save your energy for having fun. Boreal’s Playland Tubing offers groomed tubing lanes, high quality tubes and a moving carpet. All day or 90-minute sessions ensure plenty of fun and smiles. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, enjoy sledding, tubing and other snow toys at Tahoe Donner Snowplay. A food truck offers hot drinks and food on Saturdays and Sundays. skiheavenly.com; rideboreal.com; tahoedonner.com No matter what Mother Nature throws at you, there’s plenty of fun activities to try in Reno/Tahoe this winter. Stay warm and keep smiling!

“Reno’s New Downtown”

Reno’s best guide to discovering the downtown area. Come Shop, Eat, Drink, Enjoy and Live at the River walk.

Monthly Wine Walk, 2-5 p.m. $ 20

renoriver.org • 775.825.WALK (9255) located along the Truckee River

Photos this page: Eagles and Agriculture, Winter Wonder Grass festival

January 24 – 27: Eagles & Agriculture (Carson Valley)

February 9 – April 13: Last Tracks Wine & Beer Event (Diamond Peak, Incline Village)

Calling all nature lovers, photographers and birders! Visit Carson Valley for an opportunity to see an influx of bald eagles and hawks. This remarkable weekend includes special tours, dinner and photography workshops. carsonvalleynv.org/pages/EAGLESAG

Take the last chairlift up at 4:10 p.m. to Snowflake Lodge for beer or wine tastings and appetizers. Then enjoy a freshly groomed mountain and the beautiful sunset as you ski/ snowboard down the hill. This event takes place every Saturday (excluding February 16). diamondpeak.com

February 16 – 24: Alpenglow Mountain Festival (North Lake Tahoe)

February 28 – March 10: Snowfest! (Northstar, North Lake Tahoe)

The Alpenglow Mountain Festival has over 75 individual events and is almost entirely free. This nine-day event showcases activities such as backcountry skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, yoga, live music, educational workshops and more. alpenglowsports.com

Every spring since 1982, North Lake Tahoe comes alive with 10 fun-filled days and nights of Mountain Mardi-Gras! Jam-packed with events and activities for all ages, this year’s SnowFest! will bring back the annual favorites, along with a host of great new ones on and off the mountain. tahoesnowfest.org

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February 15 and March 15: Moonlight Snowshoe Hikes (Diamond Peak Ski Resort, Incline Village) This is an award-winning event! Join us on a 1.5-mile hike and then return to the Snowflake Lodge for s’mores, hot cocoa, food and bar items, as well as exclusive after-hour access to Diamond Peak. diamondpeak.com

March 15: Tahoe-Douglas Rotary St. Patrick’s Celebration (Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, South Lake Tahoe) Celebrating the 51st celebration, this is one of the best March events in Tahoe. This unforgettable night includes a traditional Irish dinner buffet, unlimited wine bar, special live entertainment and a costume contest. This is an event you definitely don’t want to miss! 501auctions.com/tdrotary

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March 29 – 31: WinterWonderGrass Music & Brew Festival (North Lake Tahoe) This festival is a mix of national, regional and local bluegrass and acoustic root music, California craft beers, wines, spirits and local foods. With Squaw Valley and the Sierra as your backdrop, this is an entertaining opportunity to dance, mingle and reconnect with friends. winterwondergrasstahoe.com

Every 3rd Saturday: Reno Wine Walk (Downtown Reno) Join the Reno Wine Walk every third Saturday of every month from 2 to 5 p.m. All of the places are within walking distance. Grab your friends, pay $20 for a wine tasting ticket, and you’ll receive a wine glass and a wristband that allows you to sample wine at all participating businesses. renoriver.org

Every 4th Saturday: Reno Beer Crawl (Downtown Reno) Throughout downtown Reno, every fourth Saturday of the month, you can walk or “crawl” to all of the participating bars in the Reno Beer Crawl. For just $5, you get a wristband, map and glass to use for $1 refills of sixounce samples, which adds up to a half beer! Check their website to see what this month’s theme is, get creative and join the fun! renobeercrawl.com 26 getaway reno/tahoe • planmygetaway.com

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From skiing on the slopes to slaying on a sleigh, there’s always an abundance of amazing winter-time wonders to explore in the Sierra. After spending your days on the stunning snow-capped mountains, consider an escape from the cold and warm up at some of the hot shows lighting the region’s stages.

Longing to hear some fabulous show tunes?

Head to the Pioneer Center, a 1,500-seat theatre located in the heart of downtown Reno and catch a show from their “Broadway comes to Reno” series. Upcoming options include classics like “The King & I” and “The Wizard of Oz.” pioneercenter.com Prefer a late-night belly laugh? Make your way downstairs to Reno-Tahoe Comedy at the Pioneer Underground for a large dose of laughter from established names and stars on the rise. Shows take place nightly Thursday – Saturday in a smoke-free theatre venue with no drink minimum. For laughter at the lake, catch some of the funniest names in comedy at The Improv at Harvey’s Lake Tahoe. Shows feature two new comics every week, Wednesday – Sunday, in the Cabaret Theater. renotahoecomedy.com; caesars.com/harveys-tahoe Sure, all theatre is an escape — but what about watching a master illusionist escape? At the Eldorado Resort Casino Showroom, “The Illusionists” is a mindblowing showcase of five of the most incredible performers on earth. The show will dazzle audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of non-stop thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions. eldoradoreno.com

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Looking for a more traditional magic show? Head to The Loft Theatre, where you’ll be treated to the talents of award-winning magicians from around the world during their Magic Fusion show. Located in South Lake Tahoe’s Heavenly Village, the 75-minute performance is appropriate for all ages and runs seven days a week. thelofttahoe.com From classic tales, to cutting-edge contemporary pieces, Reno’s local theatre scene is thriving. The Reno Little Theater, founded in 1935, is breathing new life into Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park,” followed by “Violet Sharpe,” which is set against one of America’s most notorious crimes — the 1932 Lindbergh kidnapping case. Brüka Theatre has entertained audiences for over 20 years. Their current offerings are part of their 2019 classics revolution and include “The Dresser,” which takes you backstage at a theatre in the English provinces during WWII, followed by Agatha Christie’s “Akhnaton.” Goodluck Macbeth Theatre Company, the region’s premiere black box theatre, promises to deliver an innovative interpretation of “Shakespeare in Love.” Their next show is “The Wolves,” a finalist for the 2017 Pulitzer prize for drama that centers around the experiences of high school girls through their weekly Saturday morning soccer game warm ups. renolittletheater.org; bruka.org; goodluckmacbeth.org Whether you decide to share a laugh, be mesmerized by magic, shed a tear or sing along to a Broadway tune, you and your loved ones are sure to be wowed by the region’s vibrant theatre scene.

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Romantic Rendezvous Date ideas that will make your heart melt.

By Heidi Bethel

The Sierra is inherently charming. With vast snow-topped peaks dotted with stunning scenery, a vibrant mecca hosting activities galore, and some truly scrumptious eateries, this is the place to sweep your love away for an amorous adventure.

Whether you find yourself in Lake Tahoe, Reno or beyond, here are a few date night itineraries that are sure to make your heart go pitter-patter all season long.

Lovesome Lake Tahoe

Opportunities for romance abound surrounding Big Blue.

Treat your sweet to a day on the slopes or cozied up inside, but once nighttime approaches head to MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa in South Lake for an experience like no other. Enjoy Ciera Steak + Chophouse with a menu filled with an exquisite array of steaks and chops, fresh seafood and vegetarian entrees, alongside an impressive selection of wine and bubbly. Then catch a show inside the MontBleu Showroom where headlining acts will have you and your love entertained beyond belief. montbleuresort.com

Reno’s riverside retreat

Get bundled and breathe in the crisp air along Downtown Reno’s Riverwalk District. This bustling corridor hosts some amazing shops and things to do. Head to Greater Nevada Field for some good ol’ fashioned ice skating where you can glide in pure bliss among other swooning lovers. Then take a nice walk along the Truckee River to Wild River Grille where they’ll warm you up with craft cocktails, delicious faire and absolutely divine desserts (Pssst … definitely order one of their dessert libations, too!). If you happen to be visiting on the third Saturday of the month, the Riverwalk Merchants Association hosts a Wine Walk from 2 – 5 p.m. that cannot be beat. greaternevadafield.com; wildrivergrille. com; renoriver.org Photo opposite page: Ciera Steak + Chophouse; Photos this page: MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa, Greater Nevada Field Ice Skating Rink

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Cuddles in Carson Valley

Twirl around and around in a couples dance class at Yaples Ballroom Dance Studio in downtown Carson City where instructors will have you and your partner doing the salsa, foxtrot and tango in no time. Or, head to the Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College where you can wish upon a star during their Saturday Night Star Parties. For an authentic dinner, grab two seats at J.T. Basque Bar and Dining Room in Gardnerville — sit among other ogling diners and definitely order a picon punch! yballroomdance.com; wnc.edu; jtbasquenv.com

Truckee is for the twitterpated

Nestled among the alpine oasis, Truckee is filled with splendor. Embrace your couple creativity at The Villager Candle Shop at the Village at Northstar or schedule a private painting class with The Painted Vine. You can work together on a masterpiece memento you will cherish forever. After getting the art out, Moody’s Bistro Bar & Beats in downtown Truckee serves tasty eats accompanied by great music. villagercandles.com; @paintedvine; moodysbistro.coma Whether you’re looking for something lowkey or a date night with flare, the Reno/Tahoe area is sure to please.

This is a magical place where you can hold your love tight, look into their eyes, and be mesmerized by a truly wonderful world. Enjoy this romantic rendezvous!

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At these local sports bars, the experience is almost as exciting as the game.

What makes a great sports bar? The number and quality of the televisions? The food and drink selection? Or is it the atmosphere? Arguably, it's all of the above. If you're looking for a place to watch a big game or a small one, you'll have your pick of sports bars in the Reno/Tahoe region. Here are a few to check out:

Games with a view Located in South Lake Tahoe, Fox & Hound Smokehouse Grill & Bar has all the elements of a great sports bar and great views of the Carson Valley. This full restaurant and bar is located near The Ridge Tahoe and the Nevada-side lifts of Heavenly Resort. There are satellite TVs throughout the Fox & Hound that get NFL and MLB packages.

Fox & Hound also has progressive poker, free Wi-Fi, an internet jukebox, and a deck. Make sure to taste the award-winning barbecue and sauce while you’re there. foxandhoundtahoe.com

Slainte!

Sip a wee dram while you watch the game at MacDuffs Public House, a Scottish-inspired pub in South Lake Tahoe. In the cottage-like setting, you’ll find domestic, import and local beers on tap, and traditional Scottish and English fare, such as shepherd’s pie and fish and chips. With several TVs at the bar and throughout the restaurant, you'll be able to catch your favorite game. macduffspub.com

Taps and screens With 20 big TVs, the sporty McP’s Taphouse & Grill in South Lake Tahoe offers a great place to catch the game.

The Taphouse offers 40 beers on draft and happy hour specials including a $2 beer of the day. McPs also supports local live music every week and proudly partners with Sierra at Tahoe Ski Resort, Lake Tahoe TV and PowderHouse Ski & Snowboard. @mcpstaphousetahoe

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Retreat and watch Located inside the Beach Retreat & Lodge in South Lake Tahoe, Sidelines Sports Pub offers team spirit, cold drinks and delicious pub food such as flavorful wings and juicy burgers. There are several TVs in Sidelines, and you can always request your favorite game. tahoebeachretreat.com

X marks the spot Watch the game while sipping on craft beer, wine, kombucha or nitro coffee, all on tap at Lake Tahoe AleWorX in South Lake Tahoe and Stateline. In addition to an ever-rotating specialty craft beer selection, this restaurant and bar serves true Neapolitan wood-fired pizza, small bites, fresh salads and desserts. laketahoealeworx.com

That’s bully!

With eight locations in the Reno/Sparks area, it’s easy to find a Bully’s Sports Bar & Grill full-service, sit-down restaurant and sports bar near you. Since opening its first location in 1994, Bully's has been dedicated to serving fresh, delicious food and beverages in an inviting and family friendly environment.

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Each location has dozens of televisions and multiple packages for major sports including NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA, and PAC-12. bullyssportsbar.com

Wolf Pack headquarters The Little Waldorf, or “The Wal” as it’s more commonly known, is one of Reno’s most historic restaurants and sports bars. It’s also the best place to catch a Wolf Pack game on television or pregame before seeing one live. The Wal has 45 varieties of hand-crafted beers and serves delicious half-pound burgers, slow-smoked barbecue, crisp salads, and world famous pizza. lilwal.com

More than pub grub With more than 30 HDTVs, including one in every booth, there's no bad place to watch the game in Woody’s Grille & Spirits in Sparks. Woody's menu goes beyond the standard pub fare and includes items such as shrimp and grits, pepper ahi tuna salad and pulled pork taquitos. woodysgrilleandspirits.com With so many options in the Reno/Tahoe area, there’s always a great place to catch the game and have a beer.

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Even as a child, Luca Genasci had big ideas. A Tahoe native, Genasci always knew his future was here. He was searching for the next big idea when it hit him.

“There’s no Lake Tahoe brand of craft beer. I wanted to create the Lake Tahoe brand of craft beer,” explains the founder of Lake Tahoe AleWorX. Not only that, but he wanted to combine the best of what Tahoe had to offer … adventure.

The first AleWorX opened in 2017 at the Crossing, debuting the Cali Common, brewed with fresh Tahoe water. Featuring 30 self-serve taps (with 25 constantly rotating), customers create their own tasting adventure. In addition to a range of regional craft beers, there’s also cider, wine, kombucha and even nitro coffee.

The well-curated menu includes a variety of signature wood-fired pizzas, plus the ability to customize your own pie, small bites and hearty salads big enough to be shared.

It’s a winning formula: the first AleWorX location quickly turned into a popular community hub, with special events and live music on their spacious outdoor patio. It’s a success that Genasci has replicated with a second location at Stateline. In addition to self-serve beer and wine, there’s also a full bar, with an emphasis on craft whiskeys and cocktails.

“We try to do things in a detailed fashion, and to do things right,” explains Genasci.

“We want to offer an elevated experience.”

And that’s exactly what I got. I really enjoyed the process of being able to try a bunch of different beers on my own.

I also enjoyed my gin and tonic, and I don’t even like gin!

Feeling adventurous, I decided to try their Zucca pizza, even though I wasn’t sure about butternut squash puree on a pizza. But you know what? It was delicious! Plus being able to dip the crust in their homemade infused olive oil just elevated the whole pizza experience.

At Stateline, their Silent Disco Fridays and DJs on Saturdays make for fun nights out.

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Combine that with big screen TVs for live sports, and a host of specials and special events, there’s always an adventure and good vibes just waiting to happen. And I can’t wait to taste my next adventure!

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Take the chill out of winter with open-flame cooking in Reno/Tahoe.

They say fire made us human. The ability to cook with fire is now believed to be the reason humans evolved from primates. The theory is simple: cooking food means less time chewing on fibrous plants and more time communicating with your neighbor. Our jaw muscles grew smaller as our brains grew bigger.

Exactly when humans managed to harness fire is unknown, but every culture has an origin story about

where fire came from. It’s that important. Maybe that’s why roasting marshmallows is so satisfying?

Yes, there are now myriad ways we heat food. But when the microwave just doesn’t cut it on a cold, snowy night in the Sierra, here are some great ways to warm up and reconnect with your primitive side.

Have some hibachi A hibachi is a Japanese cooking device, which translates to “fire bowl,” but now the name has become synonymous with tableside cooking and dramatic flare (You know, the thing where they sometimes throw their knives around.).

While we can’t guarantee dramatic knife tricks, there will most certainly be flames.

The well-known Ichiban Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar has a location right inside Harrah’s Reno. They’ve been cooking and entertaining from behind the stainless grilltop for over 30 years. ichibanreno.com If you prefer a little more local flavor, IJJI 2 Sushi & Japanese Steakhouse in Reno offers knife-wielding chefs and mile-high flame bursts right before your eyes. It’s a great place to turn your dinner into a show. ijjisushiandhibachi.com

Fondue for you Fondue hails from Switzerland and France. It is traditionally a communal pot of cheese melted over an open flame (‘Nuff said, right?) that one then dips various edible things into. In America the term has been generalized to include any type of melty goodness, such as chocolate and … um … chocolate, that one can use as a piping-hot dip. Let’s face it, cheese goes well on everything, and if it doesn’t, chocolate will.

Liberty Food & Wine Exchange in Reno is a local staple with a big vision. They are true believers in using food for good. And, maybe just as importantly, they have fondue!

You can start your meal with a flame-licked pot of cheese. libertyfoodandwine.com

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If you’re in Carson City, head to Bella Vita Bistro for a simply amazing black truffle fondue. Yep, it’s like adding extravagance to a pot of bubbling luxury. It’s what dreams are made of. And, La Fondue in Incline Village offers fondue in fine-dining form. The grand fondue experience for two includes everything from prawns to bacon-wrapped dates to dip into bubbling cheese, and it comes with chocolate fondue for dessert. bellavitabistro.com; tahoefondue.com

Hot pot hits the spot Hot pot is a Chinese style of cooking with a pot of boiling soup stock in the middle of the table that diners then use to cook their ingredients in as they eat.

This can include all kinds of foodstuffs such as thinly sliced meat, vegetables, mushrooms, wontons, dumplings or tofu. It’s like a customized, deconstructed soup that you share!

Tahoe Hot Pot is a recent addition to Stateline dining. Diners beginning by selecting their broth of choice, and then add various meats, seafood and/or vegetables. You then dip your food in the pot and it cooks right in front of you in only a few seconds. Next comes a selection of dipping sauces. You can have a different flavor combo in every bite.

Asian Noodles in Reno also offers “Asian hot pot fondue,” since fondue has become a catchall for any warm pot on the table. You can make your own pho with delicious meat, vegetables and noodles.

Sizzling Korean barbeque Korean barbeque is a popular style of Korean cuisine where the food is grilled right at the table. Often the grill is built into the table, but if not a portable grill is usually provided. Diners can then cook to their heart’s content, even if it’s raining outside.

IJJI 4 Korean BBQ brings the fun of table-top grilling to Reno. Marinated bulgogi and galbi (thinly sliced marinated beef and short ribs, respectively) among many other things are brought out raw, so you can enjoy the pleasure as sizzling meat without having to get coals started. ijjisushiandhibachi.com In Sparks, Siu Korean BBQ mixes things up with a little fusion flare.

Next to your bulgogi you can grill Hawaiian steak, pork belly, or even octopus. Experiment like a true carnivore by throwing everything on the fire. siukoreanbbq.com

A good old-fashioned grill Sometimes all you need is a grill and some flames. In America, we’ve made grilling so versatile that it can be casual, formal or anywhere in between. Around here, there are places to try tableside grilling at both ends of the spectrum.

A local favorite in Reno is Pignic Pub & Patio. This unusual spot is basically a community patio, should you find yourself without one. There is a full bar on site, but other than that, dinner is up to you. Grills, cookware and utensils are provided, but you bring home the bacon … so to speak. You’re welcome to cook anything you’d like! renoriver.org/pignic-pub-patio On the fancy end is the Sage Room inside Harveys in Stateline. The Sage Room is an old-school steakhouse with a dramatic twist: most meals are prepped and cooked tableside, including dessert! With the mouth-watering thrill of a sizzling steak as it cooks within a fine dining atmosphere, you get the best of all worlds. caesars.com/harveys/lake-tahoe Photos this page:The Sage Room, Tahoe Hot Pot

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Don’t let the chill of winter keep you indoors. Make Prometheus proud and go seek fire!

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She Shreds, He Shreds A Skier’s Gear Guide The hottest gear to hit the shelves this winter season.

To all gear shop-acholics like myself, if these items didn’t make it under your tree then find every excuse to treat yourself to the newest performance gear and styles for the 2018 – 2019 winter season.

Dynastar Legend 88W Ski

Tahoe Powder House South Lake Tahoe tahoepowderhouse.com No more fussing over which skis to bring for the week! The agile capabilities allow you to crush groomers, float the fresh and weave through those surprising bumps and trees. The Legend series uses the Powerdrive Free core, which offers fulllength shock-absorption and superb versatility.

Tecnica Mach 105 Ski Boot

Tahoe Powder House South Lake Tahoe tahoepowderhouse.com These boots were made for walking. No, not really, but their sport performance and comfort level are a match. These boots have a special Custom Adaptive Shape system, which will help you find your perfect fit so you feel like Cinderella. Their new thermoformable cuffs, merino wool-covered liners with Celliant micro-crystals will help keep your tootsies toasty.

Pret Lyric Helmet

Tahoe Powder House South Lake Tahoe tahoepowderhouse.com You won’t look like a bobble head wearing this helmet. Great for all conditions, the ecoSmart recycled polyester fleece lining keeps you warm and dry. An added bonus, this helmet is audio ready with detachable Covert ear covers too.

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LINE Sakana Ski

Tahoe Powder House South Lake Tahoe tahoepowderhouse.com Feel like a bird cruising your lines with this unique swallowtail shape where you’ll experience effortless turns reinforced with a Carbon Flax Tape for added edge hold. Feel solid whether you’re flowing through tight trees to slashing through a high alpine wind buff.

Lange RX 130 Ski Boot

Tahoe Powder House South Lake Tahoe tahoepowderhouse.com This high performance boot is the best of both worlds. The new Dual Core build delivers a smooth, progressive flex without diminishing power or ability to modify the shell shape. From dropping into steep chutes to charging speedy GS turn, you can skip around the mountain however you please with confidence.

Electric Electron Goggle

MTN West Sports The Crossing at Tahoe Valley, South Lake Tahoe mountainwest.rentals You can’t perform if you can’t see. When conditions change, the Electron's LED technology allows you to toggle between lenses ranging from 46-percent-to-15-percent VLT, all at the push of a button. No more switching lenses with this three-in-one design.

Puff n Chill Sneaker Boot

Sports Ltd. Village Center, South Lake Tahoe villagecentertahoe.com After a long day shredding, your puppies will be thanking you! This fluffy, warm, insanely comfy mid-top boot is fresh on the market. Combine this with a tread-ready rubber sawtooth sole for slip-proof walking so you’ll be ready to carry your happy hour beverage to the firepit, for both him and her

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Alpenglow Sports Tahoe City alpenglowsports.com Buy local! These limited edition adventure belts will literally help keep your pants on and you exploring. In collaboration with fellow apparel brand TAHOEMADE, this one-size-fits-most accessorty is comfortable and great for travel.

The Serapre Hoodie II

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eing a freelance writer is not the glamorous gig that movies and TV shows make it out to be.

Rather than lounging in Louboutins while dreamily perfecting prose, my life more resembles that gif of a cat slamming its paws on a keyboard.

However, every once in a while, I get an assignment such as this one. For the following article, I did the hard, hard work of seriously investigating various massages and spas in the Reno/Tahoe area. And while some might shirk from being kneaded and plied with prosecco, I would never abandon my commitment to getting the real story.

PEACE IN THE PINE TREES Housed on the second floor of The Lodge at Edgewood Tahoe, The Spa at Edgewood Tahoe offers an oasis inside a haven.

With stunning views of Lake Tahoe and the cozy embrace of towering pine trees, this enchanting retreat is what you imagine when you think "Tahoe getaway." The Spa offered the perfect location for a relaxing and romantic couples' massage for myself and the husband. After being lulled to sleep by the rhythmic and relaxing hands of my massage therapist, we relaxed in our very own private lounge, bubbly in hand. edgewoodtahoe.com

D O W N T O W N G E TAWAY Northern Nevada’s newest luxury spa experience, The Spa at Silver Legacy, offered me a peaceful respite from the aforementioned keyboard slamming. (That’s a lie. I brought my laptop with me to meet a deadline.) The alpine-inspired, naturally lit environs of the region’s largest spa treatment facility provides an idyllic setting for 12 massage options, ranging from classic to innovative. The team at the spa designed each massage with the area traveler in mind. For example, the Fiery Snow Massage incorporates traditional hot stone therapy and white cold marble stone chasers, while the Slide Mountain Detox Massage uses cleansing oils to decongest and promote the release of toxins naturally. Next time, I’m going to double down and try the Pair of Aces, which features two perfectly synchronized massage therapists creating a customized full body massage. silverlegacyreno.com

GO GRAND Another beautiful spa to sneak away to for some pampering is the Spa at Grand Sierra Resort. Before a massage, soak up the serenity in the spa’s indoor pool. Then, enjoy a massage treatment with aromatherapy to truly let go and relax. And while sticks and stones may sometimes break bones, The Sticks and The Stones massage treatments at this spa will soothe your muscles instead. The Stones features heated basalt stones while The Sticks uses heated bamboo sticks to decompress sore muscles while detoxifying and soothing the skin. grandsierraresort.com

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There’s No Place Like Home — Winter Edition A tribute to the places in Reno/Tahoe that we miss dearly.

In our Fall 2018 issue, I divulged a bit about my family and our adventure living in Kansas in a travel trailer with a two year old while my husband attends Army Command and General Staff College. (Phew, that’s a mouthful. My apologies, dear reader.) While the walls of our tiny home on wheels may be closing in on us, there are several comforts of home that continue to hold a warm spot in our hearts. Here’s a look at some of the places we would go if we could trade places with you at this very moment …

Sierra tastes The wintry months can be bone chilling, even in Reno/Tahoe. I’ve always enjoyed the toasty goodness served in porcelain at bibo coffee co., with several locations in the Biggest Little City. And, you can’t beat a piping hot bowl of pho. I absolutely love to dress my giant tureen filled with meat, veggies and perfectly seasoned broth at My Thai & Noodle in South Lake Tahoe. bibocoffeecompany.com; mythainoodle.com

Get outside One of our favorite places to go this time of year is Chickadee Ridge located within the Tahoe Meadows on the Tahoe Rim Trail. Snowshoe up the mountainside where you’ll find chickadees, small, native birds that are trained to land in your hand, and sweeping views of the area.

Across the trailhead and Mt. Rose Highway, you can also get some serious sledding in. tahoerimtrail.org

Home means Nevada Yes, it’s our state song and The Killers perform a great cover, but it’s also the name of a local clothing brand that makes, well, killer souvenirs.

Home Means Nevada Co., with a storefront in the Southcreek Shopping Center in South Reno, has outfitted our family before our son was even born. Head here for a great hoodie, cap or t-shirt and let everyone know that you had an amazing time out our way! homemeansnevada.com

There are so many great ski resorts to choose from, too. My dad is an expert ski coach and former World Cup racer — he and my stepmom head this way from Minnesota every year for some of the best slopes in the world. Full disclosure, I was not graced with the skiing gene and it takes me a shot of schnapps before I can take my first run, but the myriad of hills and lodges will not disappoint. I recommend you experience a few around the area and checkout our Ski Guide on page 18 for a full list of options.

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So, did all that talk about living in a travel trailer and surviving winter in a new part of the country intrigue you? Checkout previous editions of the There’s No Place Like Home series on issue.com, just search for Getaway Reno/Tahoe. Enjoy!

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Schnitzel

Bavarian Pork Roast

Beef Rouladen

Wurst, Wurst & Wurst Platter

Open Tue – Sat 8am- 8:30pm 595 Valley Rd. Reno, NV 89512 775-323-7646 Bar Open from 5:30pm

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“There’s always tomorrow.” ~ Diet

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ARRIVE AS A NEWBIE. LEAVE AS A LOCAL.

Reno Tahoe Visitor Center Open 7 days a week, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Located inside Reno eNVy Downtown Reno 135 N. Sierra St. Suite C 775-682-3800

VisitRenoTahoe.com #RenoTahoe

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www.TahoeTrunkShow.com Lake Tahoe

Showing works of local & independent artists including Bella Petunia Jewelry Cobblestone Center 475 N. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA 96145 530-584-7554 TahoeTrunkShow.com @TahoeTrunkShow

Art is Better than Prozac.

Support Local Artists.

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The Premier taproom In lake Tahoe

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@ THE STATELINE/SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

40 BEERS ON TAP

fresh menu LIVE MUSIC

fire pits

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screens come watch your favorite team bring your dog & your kids

530-542-4435 #tahoetaphouse

www.Mcpstahoe.com

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TAHOE SOUTH

TAHOE’S #1 LOCAL BAR

OPEN DAILY 11AM - 4AM HAPPY HOURS DAILY VIDEO POKER FULL MENU ‘TIL LATE OUTSIDE PATIO WITH FIRE PIT

259 Kingsbury Grade Stateline, NV 89449 775-588-8989

www.MottCanyon.com

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C ARSON VALLEY / HOPE VALLEY MAP

FAM I

ED AT

WNED & OPE O R LY

AMERICANA FOOD WITH A TWIST!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

HOMEMADE SOUP MADE DAILY Full Bar | Appetizers | Burgers Delectable Salads | Great Sandwiches Bistro Entrees PRIVATE PARTIES & SPECIAL EVENTS

CATERING AVAILABLE! Innovative Menus | High Quality Food Full Service | Fair Prices + Customize to fit any budget!

Sun - Mon: 11am-2pm Tues - Wed: 11am-8pm Thurs - Sat: 11am-9pm

Located in the South Carson Mall 1304 S. Stewart St. • Carson City, NV

(775) 515-4300 BellaVitaBistro.com

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Beans, bread, salad and lamb, the perfect recipe for making friends out of strangers.

Hungry?

Is it possible that garlic breath may helP lubricate the art of conversing? When everyone at the table is under its influence then it likely does because at the JT Bar & Dining Room on main street, the table is set for bighearted people who appreciate old world masterpieces and a side order of newfound friendships. The kind of spirit that runs rampant in Carson Valley.

lovcarsonvalley.org

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A Napa Style Market & Deli Open Mon - Sat 10am-7pm • Sun 10am-5pm (530) 544-5253 • 1032 Al Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Enjoy daily wine tasting from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. & Happy Hour Specials from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily Fine red and white varietals accompany cheese platters featuring a selection of imported and domestic cheeses

www.thecorkandmore.com

@thecorkandmore

E DAY PASS OR SAM SHOW YOUR UNT! O C IS D A FOR LIFT TICKET

OPEN M 11 AM to 8 P

BBQ DARN GOOD T S U J , Y C N A NOTHING F

OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE RATED US 4.5 STARS ON YELP!

MEATS!

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• Best Butcher in Tahoe • Free Range Meats • Organic Poultry • All Wild Seafood • Aloha Poke Bowls • Homemade Sausage & Jerkey • Custom Dog Bones • Daily Facebook Specials Open Mondays - Saturdays 10am - 6pm

PICK UP EXCEPTIONAL MEATS FOR YOUR WINTER BARBEQUE

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