The Loop is a $30 million, 20-acre complex with planned family and adult dining options, bowling, roller-skating, ropes course and much more.

In addition to all the bells and whistles, The Loop will contain a year-round indoor sports facility called the Sportsdome XL. This recreation multiplex is the brainchild of several different developers who’ve partnered up to make South Reno even better. Construction will soon begin at the corner of South Meadows and Double Diamond Parkways, with opening slated for 2018. First will come the opening of two dining and entertainment spaces, with the 120,000-square-foot Sportsdome XL to follow.

“We’ve been working on this concept for about seven years,” Anthony “AJ” June, president and developer of The Loop,

This Saturday and Sunday the 36th annual Great Italian Festival will turn the streets of downtown Reno into a celebration of Italian heritage. 

Virginia Street and surrounding intersections will be transformed by booths serving delicious-smelling foods like chicken Parmesan, tortellini, fried ravioli, calamari, lasagna and of course, spaghetti and meatballs. The streets will be filled with live performances along with two stages that will feature a magician and fabulous Italian singers. You will also find grape stomp competitions, all of which are fun and free. Don't forget to pick up a pasta muffin tin for unlimited sauce tastings (it's only $4!).  

The two-day festival takes place on October 7 and 8 from 10am to

Marking its fifth anniversary, Reno Bites Week expands to 10 days this year. 

This annual celebration of Reno food culture will extend from October 7 – 16, while the first four years of the events were seven days long. Also new this year is participation by the local casinos including Bistro Napa in the Atlantis, Brew Brothers in the Eldorado, Canter's Deli in the Silver Legacy and El Jefe's Cantina in Circus Circus.  

This week features nearly 30 restaurants (including 12 new to the event) that will offer various specials, prix fixe menus and signature events. The popular Chef Showdown, a cook-off showcasing top local chefs, returns this year to Czyz's Appliance.  

The theme this year, and the first

Outside Magazine listed Reno as one of its “25 of America’s Best Towns Ever”.

The popular publication is focused on the outdoors and included Seattle, Kansas City, Bend, Austin, Boise, Kona and Fort Collins in the list. Reno was listed as the “best low-key hideout” in America.

Outside Magazine quoted: “Reno is home to the world’s tallest climbing wall (164 feet at BaseCamp, located at the Whitney Peak Hotel), year-round desert mountain biking, a half-mile long downtown whitewater-kayaking park and the 55-degree chutes at Mount Rose Ski Resort, just 25 minutes uphill from the slot machines.”

Here are some of our favorite things about living in Reno.

Water, Water, Water!

Not only is Reno incredibly close to Lake Tahoe (only a 20-minute

The seasons are flipping from a chilly spring into a sun-drenched summer and area-wide events!

Check out the roundup of memorable summer events below.

The Wildest Richest Rodeo in the West. Kicking off on Wednesday, June 14 with a concert from Dustin Lynch, this event is celebrating its 151st anniversary. Hoot and holler for 10 days and nights with the best of the nation’s cowboys. Held at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Center, the best rodeo competition in the country will attract over 750 professional athletes this year.

Richard Marx Live for One Night Only. On June 24 at 8pm, catch Richard Marx live at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. An American adult contemporary singer and songwriter, Marx has sold over 30 million records. Some of his big hits

Lake Tahoe is enjoying the largest snowpack in 22 years.

Experts say that the snow will last until mid-summer and several of the local ski resorts are extending their season into June – some even to the Fourth of July. This translates to excellent spring conditions and dual days, the term used to describe weather perfect for multiple activities.

Ski in the morning and go kayaking or hiking in the afternoon. While you’re at it, don’t forget to stop at the area’s best and newest restaurants and bars.

North Lake

Mount Rose Ski Tahoe has the most snow in North America with 700 inches of snowfall, according to the National Weather Service. That equates to the height of the Yerba Buena Tunnel on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. Their

Lake Tahoe is a beautiful place to spend Valentine’s Day.

Scenic snow-covered mountains, the crystal clear blue waters and the abounding alpine flora and fauna. The unique and stunning scenery is a perfect backdrop to kindle romance with that special someone. In case you haven’t made plans for the holiday yet, or if you’re just looking for a romantic weekend getaway we have the spots for you.

Cruise on the M.S. Dixie II

Arrive at Zephyr Cove and you can see the M.S. Dixie atop Tahoe’s waters in all of her glory as you pull into the parking area. The paddle wheeler hosts a unique, three-house Valentine’s Dinner Cruise that begins at 5:30pm. The menu features elegant scallops, potato-crusted sea bass, pepper-seared beef medallions and many more

2016 was a great year for dining in the Biggest Little City, from national recognition to multiple exciting firsts, the Reno-Gazette Journal highlights the top twelve foodie movements.

Clint Jolly

In January 2016, Clint Jolly owner of Great Thyme Catering, went on to win first place on Chopped: Impossible Restaurant Challenge. Jolly bested 400 other U.S. chefs on the national Food Network channel, causing people to question if he would be the next chef to break out from Northern Nevada.

Learn more at www.clintjolly.com.

Acclaimed Campo Opens a 2nd Location

Esquire Magazine named Campo one of the Best New Restaurants of 2012. Since then, it’s success had been exponential. Recently under new ownership and just seven months after it was

What better way to celebrate the holidays than in the beautiful Reno-Tahoe area.

The northern Nevada region is blessed with four beautiful and distinct seasons with winter being no exception. What better way to celebrate the holidays than with a backdrop of glittering, pure-white snow, warm, hearty meals and crackling fires. We have all of the latest news and mountain playtime that should not be missed this holiday season.

Photo courtesy of SF Eater

DINING

Northstar California: Après Ski

This ski resort is known for its exciting runs, large amounts of snow and the quaint Northstar Village. This winter, they will be offering several on-slope activities like their Marshmology program by the fire-pits. Indulge in bacon-wrapped s’mores and

From street food to shawarma, Reno has endless new food options.

7x7 Magazine has just hailed the Biggest Little City as the newest spot to sample trendy and delicious foods. The past few years has seen an influx of culture into Reno, with foodie additions like cold-pressed juice bars, artisan coffee shops, French cuisine, wine bars, Mediterranean and beyond. Not to mention Food Truck Fridays, an event that runs in Idlewild Park from May to September every Friday featuring over 20 local food trucks serving up gourmet eats in a picturesque park setting.

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“Art Deco Breakfast”

For a fresh breakfast, head to the new and edgy RAWBRY juice bar for a cold-pressed juice. Located in the recently renovated Basement, RAWBRY is