![]() Please bear in mind that none of these restaurants had much in the way of atmosphere, but most were adequately decorated. Of course, in those days we only had about seven or eight genuine dining restaurants, and in most instances the owners were the chefs. ![]() ![]() I'm not talking about unique food creations of the likes of my good acquaintance, Wolfgang Puck (Spago's of Hollywood and Las Vegas). When I say better restaurants, I'm talking about standard menus featuring superb quality ingredients and preparation. In the 1970s and early '80s, Carson City had, for the most part, better restaurants than it has today, and our population was under 25,000. The purpose of today's column isn't to extol the virtues of the good old days, but is an attempt to remind you young "dot-commers" that your apparent lack of experience in the world of fine quality culinary creations has left you content with the mediocre fare being offered by most of today's dining establishments. Great food and drink are as important to me as anything in the way of worldly pleasures. You will emerge feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready for more exciting endeavors."Conversation is the enemy of good wine and food."Īll my life I've been a gourmet. After a little golf, gambling or sightseeing, spend some down time at the Carson City Hot Springs. The city is well-known for the Divine Nine, a group of top-rated area courses designed by pros such as Arnold Palmer, Johnny Miller and John Harbottle and set amid the magnificent Sierra Mountains. Other historic landmarks, cultural heritage centers and museums dot the landscape around town, but don't forget your clubs. Also downtown, the State Capitol, built in 1870, offers a look at the birth of Nevada as a state and Carson City as its capital. One need only jump on the Kit Carson Trail downtown, which passes old mansions, courthouses, a depot and a brewery, to experience a taste of life in the Old West. A trip to the city is a living history lesson. ![]() A city of natural beauty, charm, history and western hospitality, this state capital derived its name from Kit Carson, the legendary trapper, scout and explorer. Find out what Chinese restaurants to try in Carson City. ![]()
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