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BY THE NUMBERS14 BOUTIQUE WINERIES
6 CRAFT BREWERIES
1 DISTILLERY
1 KOBUCHARY
People take their food and beverages seriously here. Small town farms and chic urban eateries, breweries & wine tasting rooms comprise just a fraction of what's available in Nevada County. More than a dozen wineries have made the foothills of Nevada County their home, joining Amador, El Dorado, Napa and Sonoma counties. Even Truckee chimes in on the oenophile options. While many wineries keep their doors open for those exploring the countryside, local tasting rooms have bee n thriving in downtown Grass Valley and Nevada City. Along with wine, the Gold Rush also ushered in craft beer brewing - the region became a beer capital, thanks to the brewing skills of German immigrants, easy access to mountain spring water, rich hops and barley from the Sacramento Valley and later, refrigerated rail cars. See history revealed in Nevada County's culinary tourism experiences!
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The food is fresh and seasonal. Sometimes simple. Sometimes riding a creative wave of flavors – but always delectable. Restaurants are nestled in historic hotels, renovated warehouses or restored garages, but there’s always more than meets the eye. Peruse through a cozy café’s menu and you might find Thai duck tacos or organic lamb burgers. Cuisine runs the international gamut from Japanese, Mexican, and Thai to Swiss and Italian. Whatever you hunger for, whether it’s a down-home steak or a purely organic creation, Nevada County restaurants will please your palate.
So much to do, so little time.
Touting such esteemed ski locations such as Boreal and events like the Amgen Tour (which Nevada City served as the 2010 stage one starting point while Truckee hosted stage two for the 2011 tour), Nevada County flies under the radar as one of the nation’s ultimate playgrounds, which is just the way we like it. And, while skiing and biking may be what attracts a good share of Nevada County visitors (and residents), gold panning, kayaking, rafting, golf, fishing and hiking round out a roster of year-round activities.
Placer is at the center of the farm to fork movement. Start your day with a tasty brunch, or grab some goodies at a deli or farmers market for a picnic on the trail, then hit the town for a hometown pizza dinner or fine dining. A good bite to eat on the trail is never too far away!
Looking to earn that glass of wine or craft brew with a good hike before you hit the trail? You say you are from out of town? No problem! Placer is an outdoor enthusiasts personal playground with opportunities for hiking, biking and water sports and is just 45 minutes from the nearest ski slope. Placer is your playground for a day or a weekend!
Placer offers a diverse array of accommodations to suit any occasion. From private retreats, to family-friendly and convenient hotels, to quaint Inns, B&Bs, vacation rentals or glamping, it’s all here for you. You just have to ask…one night or two?
All Nevada County wineries are open for on-site consumption and sales. Please check individual winery websites for details, hours, etc.
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