Why Mama Tee’s Tallow is the Skin Care Staple You Didn’t Know You Needed At Carson Valley Meats, we believe in using every part of the animal we raise—not just because it’s the respectful thing to do, but because some of the best things come from the most humble sources. One of those hidden treasures?…
Local Food: Supporting Health, Building Trust, and Sustaining the High Desert Way of Life At Carson Valley Meats, we’ve always believed that local food isn’t just a trend—it’s a way of life. In 2025, more families are recognizing what we’ve known all along: supporting local food systems builds stronger communities, healthier bodies, and a more…
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. – Agriculture and art meet at the “cowboyest holiday faire” to ever grace the Carson Valley. The region’s artisans, crafters and ag students show their wares and demonstrate the ag life at the 4th Annual Ag & Artisan Holiday Faire Saturday, Dec. 7, at the historic Storke Dairy, 876C Centerville Lane in Gardnerville,…
For the third year in a row, we would like to welcome back a wonderful sister and brother duo to our Ag & Artisan Holiday Faire! Kadence wows every year with her homemade goat milk soaps that come in a variety of scents and her brother James brings his animals along to talk about ag…
Blue Collar Custom Creations NV is a husband-and-wife team located here in the Carson Valley! Their small business is a family affair all around, as they’re raising six kids who love to be a part of the process. When they’re not creating their custom products or busy selling them at fairs and markets, the family…
Michelle Palmer (now newlywed Michelle Peters!) is the owner of Absolutely Michelle’s Artisan Eats, a Chef-for-Hire, and current Executive Chef for Nevada 36 Historical Preservation Society in Incline Village. Michelle specializes in authentic cultural cuisine that’s low fat, low sodium, and low sugar. She’s here to prove that healthy food can also be delicious- which…
We were devastated to learn of the passing of our friend, Charlie Abowd. Please see the article below, from an interview we did with Charlie in October. Charlie Abowd, a renowned and James Beard award-winning chef based in Carson City, Nevada, has long been a beloved figure in the local culinary scene, and he joins…
One of our original Ranch Box partners will be returning to the Ag and Artisan Holiday Faire this year, Misbeehaven Farm! Whether you’re restocking your favorite flavors or trying something new, Misbeehaven’s booth—bigger and better this year—is the perfect stop to pick up delightful stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, or a charming gift basket for friends…
We are so excited to have Freckled Sunflower Designs back again this year for our Ag and Artisan Holiday Faire, this time with a double booth to fit even more of her whimsical items! Freckled Sunflower Designs creates small, imaginative, and affordable items. They are great for stocking stuffers, gifts for friends and family, or…
A Sweet History: From Ancient Times to Modern Day Chocolate has a long and rich history, dating back to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations like the Mayans and Aztecs. However, it wasn’t always the sweet confection we know today. The Mayans and Aztecs consumed chocolate as a bitter drink made from cacao beans, often mixed with spices…