Have you been to The Organic Grill?  The cafe is attached to California Organics in the Nevada City Seven Hills District and offers lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday 11am-9m and open for Sunday brunch 10am-3pm.  The menu features 100% organic food and offers a nice selection of burgers, wraps, sandwiches and salads.  I definitely recommend trying the curry coleslaw with whatever you order.   Check out their events calendar for upcoming musicians or special events in the shop.  If you’re looking for a healthy alternative to eating out check out their Organic Meal Deal.  The Organic Grill has offered one lucky Outside Inn blog reader a $25 gift certificate, plus a goodie basket full of summer lotions and sunscreen, please leave a comment on this blog post and I’ll draw the winner on May 30th.

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Nevada County Artist Kath Schad has a exhibit of her fine art up this month at Broad Street Bistro.  ”My new Aspen/Birch Tree work is definitely Sierra based. I adore the higher elevation terrain, the snow, Aspen, Tahoe boulders and Sierra Mountain lakes,” explains Kath.   Look for her work at the upcoming Sierra Festival of the Arts in Grass Valley on May 26th, Spirit Gallery in Truckee and the North Tahoe Open Studio Tour mid July.  Later this fall Kath will be showcased as the “Artist of the Month” at Riverside Studios in Truckee and participating in the Nevada County Open Studios Tour in October.  Kath has offered up a set of her Farm Art greeting cards to one lucky Outside Inn blog reader, please post a comment on this blog post on the importance of celebrating art and I’ll … Read More »

Have you tried the Bistro 221?  Melissa Bryant, from Cirino’s, took over the old Lefty’s location and opened up a new downtown Nevada City lunch and dinner restaurant.  Check their Facebook page for specials and new menus.  My research assistant said to try the fried chicken, while the younger crew recommended the chicken strips and fries.  The back Assay Room is still available for private parties, give them a call if you’re looking to organize a meeting or birthday party.  Bistro 221 has offered up one lucky Outside Inn blog reader a $20 gift certificate.  Please post a comment on who’d you take with you if you won and I’ll draw the winner on Saturday, May 18th.

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If you have a child going to school in the Nevada City area,there’s a chance you’ve heard of the Food Love Project.  If you haven’t, here’s your chance!  The Food Love Project is an educational farm that is a part of the Living Lands Agrarian Network, a non-profit that trains farmers and educates community members about growing and eating fresh local food.  Started by Amanda Thibodeau in 2010, the Food Love farm has provided over 3,000 hours of education since its inception.

On Wednesday April 17th, the Food Love Project is having its 3rd annual soup night fundraiser at the Stonehouse to support farm to school education in this community.  The event will feature delicious locally grown homemade soups and fresh bread, followed by an all ages dance party with Turnip the Beet (DJ’s Owen, Sam and Charlie) who will be spinning an all … Read More »

Looking for a casual vegetarian dining option in Nevada City, stop by Fudenjuce on Zion Street.  Their menu includes soups, salads, wraps, rice bowls, smoothies and fresh juices.  Order up at the front window and then either sit outside by the colorful mural, on a bar stool on the deck or inside.  Located next to BYOB and Magickal Florist, Fudenjuce is open Monday through Friday 8am-7pm, 10am-7pm on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-5 (spring and summer only).  Fudenjuce has a special savings for 2 lucky Outside Inn blog readers, buy one item get the second one 1/2 off, post a comment here and I’ll draw the winners on Thursday, April 4th.

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Our friends at Treats are introducing a new product….Treatsicles.  While we love their ice cream, gelato and fresh baked cookies, with the warmer months up ahead, sometimes a refreshing ice cold bar made of local seasonal fruits and veggies, might be perfect.  The first round of flavors will be “spring strawberries, rhubarb, citrus and sweet potato,” says owner Peggy Wright.  She plans to always keep espresso, coconut, tea and chocolate in stock and offer a variety of flavors as they become available at the Nevada City Farmers Market.  The Outside Inn’s blog is happy to have a giveaway of two free popsicles, please post a comment on this blog post on what flavors you think they should have and I’ll draw the winner on Monday, April 1st.  Please note that the Treatsicles will be available in … Read More »

The Fix for Foodies on York Street in downtown Nevada City makes amazing organic vegetarian food. They offer up a variety of raw, vegan, gluten free dishes, click here for their menu.  My research assistant thinks the hot chocolate and desserts are “delicious.”  If it’s a nice spring day, sit outside in the patio and enjoy a smoothie and a wilted kale salad and a smoothie.

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The Old 5 Mile House on Highway 20 is a historic old roadhouse that serves up a global mix of cuisine.  The standard menu never changes, but every month a new country is added to the mix.  This month the theme is Irish month, owner Robert Smith recommends the “Lamb Shanks- braised in Ol’ Republic Chocolate Stout, topped with a black cherry glaze.”  Check out their list of upcoming events and music, this Saturday The Old 5 Mile House is hosting a Speakeasy event, dress up and go check out the Earls of Newtown perform.  What has been your favorite theme?

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Polly’s Paladar, Nevada City’s supper club hosted chef Evan Coben from New York tonight for a decadent meal themed “Seven Deadly Sins.”  The menu included Lust (French Kiss Oysters, Champagne), Wrath (Octopus Tentacles, Red Sex Tomatoes), Pride (New York Apple and Cheddar “Salad”), Sloth (Root Risotto, Braised Beef, Pruneaux d’Agen, Shiitake), Envy (various desserts), Greed (Gilded Turkish Delight, Liquid Tonka in “Milk”, Dragee “Sands”) and Gluttony (Chocolate, Tobacco, Port, Pine, Sea Salt).  Each course was paired with its own unique beverage ranging from Prosecco to Vieux Carre.  If you’re not hungry now, feast your eyes on some photos.  For more info on the next upcoming event check out the Polly’s Paladar Facebook page, please tell them the Outside Inn sent you!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve got some great local ideas and a fabulous giveaway for one lucky individual.  Karin, at The Magickal Florist has offered up one dozen red roses, the Valentine’s Day Classic Bouquet, to one lucky commenter (read terms and conditions below).

What does your sweetie want?  Chocolate covered strawberries from The Chocolate Shoppe?  Neva Co Artisan Boutique has a great range of locally made handmade goodies, perhaps pick up some Sierra Sweets Chunky Toffee,  handmade ”Flying Heart” felted broach or wooden “my valentine” plaque.

Not that one needs Valentine’s Day as an excuse to eat chocolate, but if you were looking for a little help justifying some truffles, stop by The Truffle Shop.  The special heart shaped box of a dozen DeGroot mini truffles is sure to be well received.  If you’re looking … Read More »