As a board-certified plastic surgeon-led med spa in Reno, M Spa is fully equipped to achieve your goals with convenient, in-office treatments. Dr. Tiffany McCormack and Dr. Nichole Joslyn — our on-site Medical Directors — are honored to have been voted “Best Plastic Surgeon” for two years in a row at the Reno-Gazette Journal’s Best of Reno Awards, as well as “Best Plastic Surgeon” in Northern Nevada by Reno News & Review. Our core team of providers offers cutting-edge aesthetic services, including:
• CoolSculpting® Elite and CoolTone®
• Laser Hair Removal
• VISIA® Skin Analysis
• Injectables and fillers including Dysport®, Restylane®, BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM®, RHA®, and Sculptra®
• Genius™ Radiofrequency Microneedling
• PRF therapy
• Medical-grade facials and peels
• Aveli® cellulite reduction
• Ultherapy® and Renuvion®
• FemTouch™ intimate rejuvenation
• Laser Skin Resurfacing
We’re passionate about providing high-quality cosmetic surgery procedures for patients seeking long-term results. For non-surgical rejuvenation without downtime, consider treatment at our first-rate med spa unprecedented in quality, efficiency, and cutting-edge technology. M Spa is known for:
UNMATCHED EXPERTISE:
Led by our talented board-certified plastic surgeons — Dr. McCormack and Dr. Joslyn — and expert nurse injectors and aestheticians, we offer the very best care to achieve patients’ goals.
MODERN AESTHETIC FACILITY:
We understand our patients deserve to achieve their goals in a relaxing environment of the highest caliber. Our top-notch facility houses fully equipped treatment rooms and an on-site QUAD A-certified surgical center to highlight our ongoing dedication to a seamless patient experience.
PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE:
From start to finish, we provide an experience completely tailored to your comfort. We deliver personalized care to enhance your visit at every turn.
FIRST-RATE TECHNIQUES & TECHNOLOGY:
Our team utilizes advanced technology — including VISIA® skin analysis, CoolSculpting® Elite, Renuvion®, and more — to maximize results, accelerate downtime, increase the precision of treatment, and optimize patient safety.
We’d be happy to discuss your concerns during a private consultation with one of our expert providers. Call our office at (775) 415-8995 or visit us online at www.mspareno.com
A Humble Request to Simply Say Hello
Let’s admit it, February can be a tough month. Winter feels like it’s blanketed us forever. The days are still short and cold and the return to more temperate, brighter days still seems like a dim light somewhere way too far off in the distance.
As I was starting to write this letter, staring out the window at the falling snow, longing for the days when I could take the dog out in shorts and a t-shirt, it struck me that February was the perfect timing for our Love Local edition and the perfect time to for me to talk for a minute about the wonderful businesses and the people behind them that help us bring this magazine to you every month.
Let’s face it, Reno isn’t known for conspicuous consumption. Very few luxury goods retailers have a presence here and the local economy, is in large part, driven by small, family owned businesses. Running a successful small business can be a rollercoaster ride and if you and I think that February is peak winter doldrums, imagine what the post-holiday vortex must feel like to them. While it’s a given that most businesses experience seasonality, the off-season can be a long and lonely experience.
So here is my humble ask. The businesses on our pages are incredibly supportive of what we do at City Lifestyle. They all share our vision for delivering highly relevant, compelling, beautifully packaged content to our readers every month. The folks that own these businesses are our neighbors and a huge part of what makes our community special so whether you’re in the market for new goods or services, why not take an extra moment or two to explore a little bit? Stop in, call, look around, find out what they’re all about, say hello, and maybe discover something new and great. I promise they’ll appreciate it, and perhaps it will brighten the back half of winter a little more for you as well.
Chris Holloman, Janie Jones, Melody Ricketts, Angela Rudolph
Corporate Team
CEO Steven Schowengerdt
COO Matthew Perry
CRO Jamie Pentz
CTO Ajay Krishnan
VP OF OPERATIONS Janeane Thompson
VP OF FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT Erika Smiley
AD DESIGNER Andrew Sapad
LAYOUT DESIGNER Amanda Schilling
QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Hannah Leimkuhler
Dennyse Sewell made her
administrative
This
glasses at Dolce
Wellness Spa in Rancharrah.
Chris Hollomann
city scene
WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN
1: Beetlejuice played at the Pioneer Center in December 2: Community members attended Helix Helping Hands: Sweets & Treats Nov. 27. 3: The Pink Party Sip and Stroll let customers drink and shop at participating downtown businesses. 4: Downtown Truckee hosted Sip and Stroll events select Fridays in December. 5: A bar crawl with festive flair, Tour de Brews, took place across the Brewery District Dec. 21. 6: The Nevada Diabetes Association hosted the annual Winter Wonderland fundraiser at Atlantis Dec. 5
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Rise to the Top
When Dennyse Sewell sat in upper division classes at the University of Nevada in the early 2000s, musicals and the performing arts in general were about the furthest thing from her mind. Afterall, the McQueen High product was a conservation biology major, learning about how to protect the earth's biodiversity and ecosystems from extinction.
While stage-worthy performances and environmental responsibility may not be found in the same textbooks, they are two large areas of interests for Sewell. When the northern Nevada native graduated from UNR in 2004, she began looking for jobs and the conservation biology opportunities were not flooding her options list. What did become a real option was an opening at Reno’s Pioneer Center for an administrative assistant.
DENNYSE SEWELL MADE HER WAY FROM PIONEER CENTER ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE ORGANIZATION'S CEO
ARTICLE BY DAN ECKLES | PHOTOGRAPHY BY MELODY RICKETTS, MELODY JANE PHOTO
“When I was a student at UNR, I had all kinds of jobs. Ticket seller at the Pioneer Center was one of the many gigs I was fortunate to have,” Sewell says. “After graduation, I did a little conservation research and that was not the right path for me. I had like a quarter-life crisis. There was an opening in the office at the Pioneer Center; and because I had been on staff, I had a champion advocate.
“The executive director was told to ‘give me a shot. If it doesn’t work out, no harm, no foul… I did all the front office administrative work. Despite having no obvious work experience in my background. It turned into my life’s passion.”
Administrative assistant was just the first stop on Sewell’s climb on the Pioneer Center’s professional ladder. In less than a year, she was promoted to events manager. A year later, Sewell hopped into the role of director of events for development and youth programs.
Next came stops as managing director and executive director. It’s been 20 years since she took that administrative assistant job, and now, she’s reached the top. For the past 15 months, Sewell has overseen all operations at the Pioneer Center as its CEO.
“This is not where I imagined I’d find myself,” Sewell quips. “This has been the only office I’ve gone to every day for my entire career. The roles and responsibilities have evolved so much. It also means I’ve never gone to another job interview. That’s wild to reflect on.”
The Pioneer Center and its performing arts world has kept Sewell on her toes for two decades. Since she didn’t come from a background in the arts, she had a steep learning curve. That didn’t stop Sewell from soaking in every bit of knowledge she could along the way.
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“One of the things about the nonprofit world, everyone wears a lot of hats,” the 43-year-old says. “Typically, non-profits are under-resourced and understaffed, no matter what kind. I’ve always had a passion. When you are surrounded by others and guided by a mission you all care about, the work you do every day encourages everyone to bring their best. Being surrounded by people who give 110 percent every day really encourages me. This career path has meant the learning has never stopped. There’s always an opportunity to try new things. I’ve never had a boring day in 20 years. I love that I’m able to thrive and grow in an industry where everyone is always growing.”
So, when you’ve climbed from the bottom to the top of your organization’s career ladder, what keeps you hungry to keep growing and trying to improve your organization?
Sewell says that’s easy to answer, emphasizing she’s far from tapped out on ambition. Sewell believes the Pioneer Center has always been an organization of innovation and she wants to make sure it continues to be known for that.
“In my experience, leaders have not put themselves before the importance of the mission. Leadership has not been an ego or proprietary thing. That’s something I’ve wanted to model,” Sewell stresses. “This is not about me.
It’s about the Pioneer Center, and really, it’s a bit bigger than that. It’s about the community.
“For me as CEO, the mission is to deepen or broaden the Pioneer’s impact and as long as I have the skills, ability and confidence of the board, I’m going to continue doing that. I feel like I’m brand new in this role and because the Pioneer is constantly evolving and doing new things, we should ask ‘what does the community want from a performing arts center?’”
The Center’s staff has a long list of what it believes can help the programming always be interesting, engaging, and challenging. Sewell’s leadership style promotes an environment where she and staff members collaborate to always ask what more can be done.
“I really want us to envision what the Pioneer Center can mean for the next 50 years,” Sewell says. “It’s been a staple in this community for 57 years. It was a wild, bold design at the time it was built and now everything has changed around the building. I want us to be equally bold—to ask what this block can mean for the next 50 years and what that can mean to others around the downtown area. Arts and culture can revitalize any urban core. We must use that momentum to push programming to other places in the community. Push it out to offer bold, collaborative programming all around the region.”
Ski- cation
THIS WINTER, HIT THE SLOPES CLOSE TO HOME
ARTICLE BY GINNY PRIOR
Rosy cheeks and rich hot chocolate; skiing and sledding and skating and more. These are some of our favorite things in winter. Families in Reno are so close to the action, there’s every reason to book a ski-cation at a resort near you. Here are some of our favorite winter destinations for fun in the snow and the best après-skiing, too.
HYATT LAKE TAHOE RESORT, SPA AND CASINOINCLINE VILLAGE, NV
Just 35 miles from Reno and perfectly positioned for skiing at Mt. Rose and Diamond Peak, this lakeside retreat gives you good value for your room rate with lots of indoor and outdoor activities.
ON THE SNOW
For skiing, there’s a free Diamond Peak shuttle to take you the short distance to this family-friendly resort. You’ll feel the neighborhood vibe almost immediately at Diamond Peak, with its cozy lodges where guests can meet up for lunch and an end-of-the-day beverage. Almost every bowl, glade, and trail funnels down to the base lodge, so even the kids can’t get lost. The stunning vistas and challenging terrain don’t disappoint, either. There are over 600 acres and 1,840 vertical feet of runs at this community-owned ski resort.
Another family-focused resort, a short drive up the Mount Rose Highway, is a familiar site for folks from Reno. Much like Diamond Peak, Mount Rose feels like a nod to more gracious times, with stand-out customer service, from the rental staff to the lift operators. Black diamond shredders will appreciate the terrain parks and more challenging terrain in The Chutes, with plenty of groomers for skiers and boarders who just want to chill. Deals at Mount Rose include two-for-one lift tickets on Tuesdays.
APRÈS ACTIVITIES
After a day of rushing adrenaline, families can splash and soak in the Hyatt Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino’s outdoor pool and jetted whirlpools, with a backdrop of snowcapped mountains and lighted pines. Three chef-driven restaurants are on-site, including the lauded Lone Eagle Grille, with its stone fireplace and large windows looking out on Lake Tahoe.
Daily activities include snowshoe treks, arts and crafts, and hikes through the forest to Chickadee Ridge where birds flutter from the pines to eat from your hands, your hair, or wherever you sprinkle birdseed (but don’t offer them human food).
The award-winning Stillwater Spa at the Hyatt is known for its innovation, and the newest wellness offering is its “Touchless Trio” package, which incorporates hot and cold therapy. Guests start with an exhilarating visit to the freezing cold Cryo Chamber, which boosts the immune system in a variety of ways. Then, a warm, dreamy rest between two biomats that generate infrared heat, negative ions, and vibro-acoustic sound and aromatherapy. The final touchless treatment is a 30-minute float in an oyster-like orb called Pearl, that generates even more wellbeing and relaxation.
“It’s a full body wellness immersion experience,” says the Hyatt’s Spa and Wellness director Julie Orblych. Plus, she says the touchless treatments are priced so that “people can enjoy them more often, making wellness part of a lifestyle – not just a luxury treatment.”
EVERLINE RESORT & SPA – OLYMPIC VALLEY, CA.
Another of Hyatt’s outstanding offerings, this ski-in/ski-out resort at the base of Palisades Tahoe boasts a “mountain meets modern” vibe in the scenic Olympic Valley. Only 44 miles from Reno, this 405-room luxury resort has something for everyone.
ON THE SNOW
The largest ski resort in California and often touted as the best in the West, Palisades Tahoe has 6,000 acres of terrain, thanks to the 2023 opening of the Base to
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“The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is the only luxury ski-in/ski-out hotel on the Northstar Mountain”
“The award-winning Stillwater Spa at the Hyatt is known for its innovation, and the newest wellness offering is its ‘Touchless Trio’ package, which incorporates hot and cold therapy.”
Base Gondola that connects to the adjacent Alpine Resort. Palisades Tahoe is known for its annual snowfall averaging 400 inches or more thanks to its elevation and geographical location. It’s also the only ski resort in North America with three enclosed lifts that take you to its highest elevations.
APRÈS ACTIVITIES
Everline Resort & Spa is the epitome of a year-round resort, thanks to its championship golf course and renowned fly-fishing, along with its heated swimming pools, water slide, and hiking and biking trails. In winter, skaters glide across the ice on the resort’s own rink and enjoy activities like winter stargazing and cross-country skiing. Everline has its own sports shop for ski and snowboard rentals, and offers discounted lift tickets to Palisades Tahoe for guests.
RITZ-CARLTON, LAKE TAHOE – TRUCKEE,
CA.
Newly-renovated with amped-up après offerings, the Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is the only luxury ski-in/ski-out hotel on the Northstar Mountain. It’s distinction as a AAA Five Diamond destination resort means guests can expect a memorable, full-service experience in a picturesque mountain location.
ON THE SNOW
Northstar is known as a family resort with its long, lazy groomers and forested trails. In fact, Logger’s Loop clocks in at 14 miles from top to bottom. With 20 lifts and just over 3100 acres, Northstar gets about 300 inches of snow a year and is often recognized as one of the most beautiful self-contained resorts in North America. This Vail Resorts property has panoramic views of Lake Tahoe and the Martis Valley and is the only place where you can ski on an extinct volcano, Mt. Pluto.
APRÈS ACTIVITIES
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe has all the amenities you’d expect from a slope-side, luxury property. Just 39 miles from Reno, this celebrated mountain retreat even has heated cabanas “chalets” – new this winter – for a magical alpine experience. Each Clicquot winter cabana chalet comes with a private firepit, seating for eight (complete with furs), and the option to order champagne and caviar.
Other renovations include a new bar and dining space called the Living Room Lodge, meant to be the premier gathering place. Resort guests will be drawn to seductive views of the surrounding peaks, the silhouettes of towering pines, and a menu that celebrates locally sourced ingredients. With the signature Ritz Kids activities, a top-ofthe-line fitness center, a 17,000 square foot spa and world-class restaurants, guests have everything at their fingertips.
“With the signature Ritz Kids activities, a top-of-the-line fitness center, a 17,000 square foot spa and world-class restaurants, guests have everything at their fingertips.”
SAY SPAHHHH
Tantalizing treatments that go beyond the basics
ARTICLE BY NORA HESTON TARTE
Whether you’re after a little R&R or looking for a way to spoil your S.O., the luxury spas in Reno offer a vast array of treatments and amenities to create the perfect spa day. And we’re not just talking your run-of-the-mill facial or Swedish massage (although of course they have those, too). Read on for fresh
Dolce Vita Wellness Spa, photo by Chris Holloman
“Massage has many benefits, including reducing muscle tension and stiffness, improving circulation and skin tone, and helping with digestive disorders and pain relief.”
ideas and cool experiences that promise to refresh and rejuvenate you, and don't forget to inquire about a local's discount; many offer a little payment relief to those with a familiar zip code.
WAVETABLE AT THE REFUGE SPA
Massage has many benefits, including reducing muscle tension and stiffness, improving circulation and skin tone, and helping with digestive disorders and pain relief. And if you want all of those perks without being touched, Refuge’s touchless massage system puts the experience in your hands, making massage therapy a solitary experience.
Called “The Wellness Wave” this state-of-the-art table looks not unlike a tanning bed but without the claustrophobic closing lid. And instead of human touch, the wavetable uses hydrojets to pulse and
vibrate aching muscles. It feels a bit like laying on a waterbed that’s been enhanced with massage chair features, all without getting wet. Don’t forget to set the mood with LED light routines, music of your choice, and an enticing aroma.
After your Wavetable experience, we suggest ordering a cocktail from the full bar and taking a soak in the rooftop hot tub surrounded by bright and colorful artwork.
VICHY TABLE AT DOLCE VITA WELLNESS SPA
The Vichy table combines aqua therapy with a heated waterbed platform, color therapy, an aromatherapy steam bath, and a water-enhanced vibro-massage. Unlike the table above, the Vichy experiences are led by a qualified massage therapist with live water jets. There are a couple of related experiences to choose from including one that focuses on
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Dolce Vita Wellness Spa
an exfoliating body scrub and another that adds a detoxifying wrap and calming Siberian scalp massage to the experience. Unlike the Wavetable, this experience uses both a heated waterbed platform and several small showerheads that rain down on you as the therapist works their magic.
Visits to Dolce Vita include full day spa access with the booking of every treatment so don’t forget to step foot into the sauna or lay back and read a book in one of several plush settings.
KNESKO GEMCLINICAL FACIAL AT SPA ATLANTIS
Spa Atlantis’ long list of accolades includes several “Best Reno Spa” nods and a Forbes Four-Star Spa award for nine straight years in a row—the only Reno spa to receive this designation.
Spa Atlantis is also the only location in Northern Nevada to offer the Knesko Skin collagen masks, and the 90-minute experience not only fights visible signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles, dryness, puffiness, and uneven skin tone, it will also make you feel younger by rebalancing your chakra energies. Every treatment includes the second skin mask as well as LED light therapy and a Gua Sha face massage for lymphatic drainage. It's a bit of a choose your own adventure experience, with options including a Nanogold Repair & Green Jade Rollers for lifting and firming skin. This selection reduces inflammation and balances the third eye chakra. Or, choose the Diamond Radiance & White Jade Rollers package, best for brightening, hydrating, and energizing the skin, while also balancing the crown chakra.
After your otherworldly facial, enjoy the spa’s other amenities, including an indoor pool and hot tub with full service lunch menu and several relaxation rooms with varying themes and benefits.
Top: The Refuge Spa
Bottom: Spa Atlantis
“BBL is able to reduce the appearance of fine lines, stimulate collagen production, eliminate sunspots and freckles, and/or improve redness or rosacea using advanced light-based therapy.”
NIRVANA AT SPA TOSCANO
The spa inside of Peppermill Resort Casino has been rated the best spa in Reno in both Reno News and Review's Best of Reno awards and RGJ Best of Northern Nevada Awards, as well as ranked third best hotel spa in the nation by USA TODAY 10Best. Amongst fans of the location, and especially those who embrace wellness culture, the 100-minute Nirvana experience is one of the most coveted. The deluxe package includes dry brushing to remove dry skin, reduce the appearance of cellulite, and increase circulation. It is then followed by a Shirodhara, Ayurvedic herbal “Marma Point” facial and an Ayurvedic Dosha balancing wrap for a wide variety of benefits across the body.
After you’ve finished the treatment, slip into the pink-hued Himalayan salt room to boost relaxation and aid in skin conditions and allergies or dine at the indoor pool and hot tub before taking a cold plunge in the locker room.
HEADSPA AT GRAND SIERRA RESORT
A unique offering at GSR, the downstairs spa offers an entire menu of headspa services, because hair and scalp health is equally important. The treatments include a Hair Bond and Deep Scalp service, which offers deep cleaning and exfoliation of the scalp to stimulate circulation and nourish your roots. There’s also an Age Defying Scalp Treatment that hydrates the
The Spa at Silver Legacy
“Post-care includes using a product that will further help minimize redness or improve the appearance of sun damage or uneven skin tone, as suggested by your clinician, to increase overall results.”
scalp while simultaneously strengthening and repairing damaged hair follicles. The Relaxation Treatment focuses on unclogging follicles to promote hair growth and prevent thinning hair. Whether you have an oily or dry scalp, treatments are tailored to individual needs and you can add additional headspa services such as a mini facial or blowout.
HYDRAFACIAL PLATINUM AT THE SPA AT SILVER LEGACY
The luxury spa inside of The ROW downtown is taking the very popular hydrafacial, which focuses on anti-aging and overall skin health, and upping the ante. This 80-minute treatment offers lymphatic drainage, an extended facial massage, red and blue light therapy, and a PERK upgrade to either your eyes or lips to combine all of the hydrating benefits of the premium version with added benefits.
FOREVER YOUNG BBL AT RENO TAHOE PLASTIC SURGERY MSPA
Overall, the Sciton BBL treatment aims to give recipients a more youthful glow using a non-invasive laser. BBL is able to reduce the appearance of fine lines, stimulate collagen production, eliminate sunspots and freckles, and/or improve redness or rosacea using advanced light-based therapy. Each appointment lasts anywhere from 30-60 minutes and can be used anywhere on the body without downtime, with multiple appointments allowing for bigger results.
Before undergoing the treatment, a personalized consultation is needed with one of the spa’s certified staff. Post-care includes using a product that will further help minimize redness or improve the appearance of sun damage or uneven skin tone, as suggested by your clinician, to increase overall results.
Spa Atlantis
NANDA REDDY WEAVES A TALE OF IDENTITY, BELONGING, AND FAMILY SECRETS
A STORY TO TELL
ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANGELA RUDOLPH
The curated lives we present to others rarely show the full picture, especially for those who’ve worked to separate their past from their present, forging new, unique identities.
Nanda Reddy’s family is extensive. Her father, one of seventeen siblings,
Nanda, her husband, and their two sons now live in Reno. She has a master’s degree in education and worked as a fourth-grade teacher. She’s written two books; her second is her debut novel, A Girl Within A Girl Within A Girl, set to release on March 4 (and is already avail-
MANY TRANSPLANTS GROW ROOTS AND COME INTO THEMSELVES HERE, LIKE I DID.
and her mother, one of nine, gave Nanda a sprawling family of over fifty first cousins. While some families lose touch, Nanda’s family remains close, even with its large size. She’s a talented writer who immigrated from Guyana to Florida with her family when she was just nine years old. Guyana, located on South America’s northern coast, identifies with Caribbean culture and boasts a tropical climate and rich history. Nanda’s great-great-grandparents were from India and they migrated as indentured servants to Guyana when both countries were British-owned.
able for preorder). The book is an epic family saga, following the main character, Maya, an Indo-Guyanese woman, on a journey as she grapples with revealing her hidden past to her husband.
“The book is about reinvention,” Nanda explains. “While it’s not set in Reno, it is a frame story where the main character has to face the secrets she kept from her family and the past versions of herself. Reno is a place where people can reinvent themselves. Many transplants grow roots and come into themselves here, like I did, and that element is woven into the story.”
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Nanda and her husband, a physician, moved to Reno for work. They thought they would stay a couple of years before moving on, but northern Nevada captured their hearts. The mountains provided skiing and hiking opportunities they couldn’t get in Florida, but it was the community, made of welcoming longtime residents and transplants from around the country, that helped them grow permanent roots.
Growing up, Nanda kept her writing a secret. She went for a practical degree and career, but never lost her passion for literature. An avid reader, she strives to emulate her favorite authors with her writing style. With her debut, she hopes to walk her readers through a propulsive story, written with attention to detail and approachable, lyrical prose.
A person who has reinvented herself to some degree, Nanda explores themes of identity in her novel. “How much of your past defines you (your upbringing and cultural framework) versus how much are you allowed to define yourself is a major part of Maya’s journey in the novel,” she says. “And I think a lot of Renoites can relate to that.”
ARTICLE BY DOUG AND LACIE FLANNERY PHOTOGRAPHY BY MELODY RICKETTS, MELODY JANE PHOTO
"The lively bubbles can effortlessly create a joyful atmosphere, making them ideal for toasting to love!"
Love-ly Wines
Owners of Mt. Rose Wine Co. share the best wines for the holiday
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to express your feelings, and what better way to do that than with the perfect bottle of wine? Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a cozy night in, the right wine can enhance the experience and create lasting and loving memories.
Sparkling wines are a quintessential choice for this festive day. Champagne, with its rich history and celebratory nature, stands out as the classic option. However, prosecco and cava offer delightful alternatives that provide similar effervescence at a more accessible price point. The lively bubbles can effortlessly create a joyful atmosphere, making them ideal for toasting to love! We suggest the Francis Orban Extra Brut Champagne.
For those preferring a more intimate setting, a well-chosen red wine can best set the tone. A smooth, rich cabernet sauvignon or a velvety pinot noir can enhance the mood beautifully. These wines pair wonderfully
with hearty dishes like steak or roasted vegetables, making them ideal companions for a candlelit dinner. We suggest Aniello 006, a beautiful pinot noir from Argentina and The Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon for a classic Napa option.
White wine enthusiasts might opt for a refreshing sauvignon blanc or a delicate rosé. These lighter options coupled with seafood, salads, or even chocolate-covered strawberries make them a delightful complement to romantic ambiance. A favorite, La Vignette Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley, will please the heart.
This Valentine’s Day, consider the wine you choose as an integral part of your celebration. With thoughtful selections that resonate with your personal taste, you can create an unforgettable moment filled with warmth, connection, and, of course, exceptional wine.
Doug and Lacie Flannery are the owners of Mt. Rose Wine Co. and are both WSET Level 3 certified.
Handmade Soap
Add a spa-like feel to your home with this refreshing soap recipe that's simple to make at home.
ARTICLE BY ANGI HOCKETT | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES
ingredients
• 2 lb. goat’s milk melt-and-pour soap
• 1 lemon rind, zested
• 3 tablespoons of dried lavender buds
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 15 drops of lavender essential oil
• 6 drops of lemon essential oil
• jar or bowl for melting soap base
• Silicone mold
directions
Chop soap into smaller pieces. It will melt faster this way. Place in bowl and microwave (or double boil). Be careful to watch soap and not let it burn. If you are using microwave, heat in 30 second increments, stirring frequently. Once soap is melted add your essential oils first. Once essential oils have been added and mixed thoroughly, add the lavender buds, lemon zest and honey. Have your mold ready to go, on a flat, even surface. You’ll want to move quickly before the soap cools too much. Mix everything thoroughly again, and pour mixture into mold. Let the soap cool for 2-3 hours until bars are completely solid. Wrap or package however you like.
Recipe from Sisoo.com
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events
THROUGH FEBRUARY 8TH
Dial M for Murder
Reno Little Theater
See the re-imagined classic that once inspired a Hitchcock masterpiece at Reno’s favorite little theater.
FEBRUARY 1ST
Terry Fator
Nugget Events Center | 8:00 PM
Terry Fator and his puppets are back! Come see America’s most popular ventriloquist and all of his friends take the stage in Sparks.
FEBRUARY 2ND
New Year Yoga Retreat
Red Hawk Golf & Resort | 9:00 AM
Learn the power of living with intention at this all-day retreat in Sparks.
FEBRUARY 4TH - 9TH
Some Like It Hot
Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
Some Like It Hot has been nominated for 13 Tony awards during its run and even won a Grammy. Catch the show live as part of Reno's Broadway series.
FEBRUARY 5TH
Interior Design Workshop: Fall in Love with Your Home Again
Flow Designs | 6:00 PM
Kristen Giacomni, owner of Flow Designs, teaches a course on remodeling your home. The two-hour course includes cost planning, material selection, and timeframe management. Cost is per household.
FEBRUARY 14TH Cheap Trick
Grand Sierra Resort | 8:00 PM
Spend your Valentine’s Day with this 1970s rock band best known for hits like “The Flame” and “I Want You to Want Me.”
FEBRUARY 14TH - 17TH
Lunar New Year
The ROW
Head to The ROW and enjoy three days of Asian cuisine and Lunar New Year decorations to celebrate the year of the snake.
FEBRUARY 15TH
Black Wall Street Roaring
Good Time Gala
The Virgil | 5:00 PM
Put on your best ball gown and your dancing shoes and party for a cause. This beautiful event benefits the community and promises a night of both elegance and entertainment.
CONTINUED
FEBRUARY 15TH
Wine Walk
Downtown Reno | 2:00 PM
The Riverwalk District hosts and several downtown businesses participate. The event is held on the third Saturday of every month and often features participants in costume.
FEBRUARY 21ST - 22ND PBR
Reno Events Center
What’s more Reno than a professional bull riding competition? The PBR is bringing its high level event to the Biggest Little City for two days of bull riding fun!
FEBRUARY 28TH - MARCH 9TH
North Lake Tahoe SNOWFEST Winter Festival
Big Tree Center, Tahoe City
Head to Tahoe City for 10 days of family-friendly fun. The winter festival hosts more than 40 different events for those of all ages, including live music, parades, and a polar bear swim.
FEBRUARY 28TH
Chris Janson
Grand Sierra Resort | 8:00 PM
This country music super star is coming back to Reno, this time to the GSR theater for a one-night only performance of his biggest hits.
An Open Love Letter to
Our community has grown so much, and we are incredibly fortunate to have oodles of unique and treasured locally owned businesses throughout Northern Nevada.
The spirit of entrepreneurship is alive and well in the Biggest Little City. We personally have a laundry list of local businesses we love, and we want to hear from you about the businesses and business owners you feel are amazing. Tag us in a shoutout to your favorite local business/business owner on social media #davidmorrisgroup.
We love our community and all the independent, small-business owners who make it unique and special. The value of supporting a locally-owned business is immeasurable. We too take pride in being a family-run, locally-owned, small business.
When you work with the David Morris Group you’re supporting the entrepreneurial spirit of Northern Nevada and leveraging over 40 years of experience, history, and quality vendor referrals for all your real estate and life needs. Truly, we probably know someone who can help you with anything.
