"RUSH TO RENO" EXHIBIT AT THE WILBUR D. MAY MUSEUM

“Rush To Reno: Millionaires in the One Sound State” is a current exhibit at the Wilbur D. May Museum, 1595 N. Sierra St., on the premises of Rancho San Rafael Regional Park (just north and west of Downtown Reno and the University of Nevada, Reno).

Entrance to the Wilbur D. May Museum at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park in Reno, Nevada

The exhibit explains Nevada’s first major marketing campaign — which didn’t focus on Las Vegas but on the Reno-Tahoe area.  In the 1920s, real estate promoters pitched Lake Tahoe land to affluent San Franciscans.  After the stock market crash in 1929, Nevada recovered faster than other states due to the construction of the Hoover Dam and other federal projects.   In 1933, FDR’s New Deal boosted Nevada with more federal money per capita than any other state, for road, sewer and trail projects.

Displays from the "Rush To Reno" exhibit at Wilbur D. May Museum

The One Sound State campaign was geared to luring millionaires to Nevada, with perks such as no retail sales tax, no corporation tax, no state income tax and no inheritance tax.

Postcard publicizing Nevada as The One Sound State

Meanwhile, in 1931, the state legislature legalized casino gambling and introduced a short residency requirement (just six weeks!) to obtain a divorce in Nevada.  Next, when Prohibition was repealed in 1933, Reno, then the biggest city in Nevada, became a popular tourist destination.  Las Vegas didn’t flourish until 20 years later.

Symbols of 1930s Reno vice and recreation

The “Rush To Reno” exhibit features some wacky visual and audio odes to Reno’s fame as a premier place to quickly untie the knot.  There’s a poster of a woman giving her ex-husband the boot, and tossing her wedding ring into the Truckee River.

A poster making light of a heavy subect: quickie divorces in Reno

You can also hear a sample of  “I’m On My Way To Reno,” an irreverent song about the benefits of divorce.

Getting back to the theme of millionaires in the One Sound State, “Rush to Reno” notes that Wilbur D. May, vice-president of the May Department Stores in the early 1930s, first arrived in Reno for a visit in 1936.  In 1938, May purchased 2,600 acres in South Reno that became the Double Diamond Ranch.

Wilbur May's initials led to the Double Diamond Brand

Part of the “Rush To Reno” exhibit offers stories and photos of “The Man Behind the Ranch,” Hugh Richardson.  He oversaw operations at the Double Diamond Ranch for 25 years.  You might say Hugh Richardson was to the Double Diamond Ranch what Ray Krebbs was to the Southfork Ranch on TV’s “Dallas”. 

There’s also a section about a highly publicized break-in at the Double Diamond Ranch, by “Nevada’s No. 1 Hoodlum,” James Burton “Jimmy” Ing.

Fun facts about a big break-in at the Double Diamond Ranch

In the “Rush to Reno” exhibit, it is revealed that May was one of just seven wealthy people on the first commercial trans-Pacific flight from California to the Philippines in 1936.

Not only a successful businessman and rancher, May was a soldier, a skilled pilot, world traveler, artist, songwriter, big-game hunter, collector of art and artifacts and a champion of underprivileged children, giving away millions of dollars to educate them.

A brief video presentation tells the fantastic life story of Reno millionaire and philanthropist Wilbur D. May

“Rush To Reno” also pays tribute to other 1930s movers and shakers, whose names and contributions to the Reno community are still familiar today: Max Fleischmann, E.L.Cord, LaVere Redfield and so on.

"Rush To Reno" honors additional Reno millionaires who gave back to the community

Elsewhere throughout the Wilbur D. May Museum are rare and remarkable treasures representing the fabulous life and times of this true Renaissance Man.  

Trophies and art from the Tack Room at the Double Diamond Ranch

Exotic souvenirs from Wilbur D. May's big game hunts

The May Museum is a must-see for history lovers of all ages and an underrated attraction, particularly for Reno visitors seeking a quiet and convenient getaway from the downtown casinos.

“Rush To Reno: Millionaires in the One Sound State” runs through Sept. 14, 2014 at the May Museum.

Admission to the museum is $5.00 for adults, $3.50 for seniors (62+) or ages 3-17, and free for children 2 and under.  Usual hours, year-round, are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed.-Sat. and noon-4 p.m. Sun.  Call ahead to check on holiday or special event closures.

For information, call (775) 785-5961 or visit www.maycenter.com.

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FIFTY YEARS OF PRESERVING BEAUTY: PHOTOGRAPHY BY JERRY FENWICK AT NEVADA HISTORICAL SOCIETY IN RENO

Fifty Years of Preserving Beauty: Photography by Jerry Fenwick is a small but stunning exhibit of nature images captured by a local author, historian and photographer.  The exhibit recently opened at the Nevada Historical Society, 1650 N. Virginia St., Reno and continues through Sept. 27, 2014.

Fenwick partnered with Neal Cobb to create the “Reno Now and Then” and “Reno Now and Then II” books, which show streets, parks, buildings and other landmarks as they looked in Reno’s past, how they look today — if they still exist — or what now stands in the same locations.  The books are fascinating for anyone who grew up in Reno or for anyone who’s new to the area and curious about its history.

Photography equipment from the collection of Jerry Fenwick

In the “Fifty Years of Preserving Beauty” exhibit, Fenwick’s focus is on animals, plants and landscapes that define Reno and its outskirts.  You’ll see hauntingly beautiful photos from nearby deserts, canyons, wetlands, the Truckee River downtown, Bartley Ranch, the University of Nevada, Reno campus and more.  With each photo is a short description, provided by Fenwick, of what he noticed when he shot the photo and why he knew that the image would be memorable.

The photos in the exhibit are available for sale, if you are interested in owning one.

My visit to the “Fifty Years of Preserving Beauty” exhibit wasn’t my first trip to the Nevada Historical Society.  I’ve been there several times before, to learn about life in the Silver State, from its rough-and-tumble beginnings to modern times.

The Nevada Historical Society at 1650 N. Virginia St., Reno

The Nevada Historical Society offers an abundance of photos and artifacts related to the region’s Native Americans, farmers, ranchers, miners, railroad builders, business tycoons and more.  Of course, there are exhibits about the gambling, marriage and divorce trades, brothels, entertainment and “everyday life” in Nevada.

Objects and "bling" from Nevada's early days through more modern times, as seen at Nevada Historical Society 

I especially like seeing images and objects from the days when Reno had a bustling downtown with a wide array of businesses.  Downtown Reno looks so different (and on some streets, so desolate) at present.

An old image of a bustling downtown Reno, as seen at Nevada Historical Society

Here’s a photo of the famous Mapes Hotel and Casino which once proudly stood on the corner of First and Virginia Streets in downtown Reno and was demolished on Super Bowl Sunday in 2000.

The stately Mapes Hotel and Casino, now gone from downtown Reno

Here’s one of a major flood in downtown Reno in the 1950s.

A sad, wet day in downtown Reno in the 1950s

There are lots more photos and stories for you to enjoy at the Nevada Historical Society.  I’m surprised that many people don’t seem to know anything about this nifty little history museum.  Some acquaintances who’ve lived in Reno for decades have asked me (a newcomer), "Where's that?" when I make mention of it.

Entrance to the Biggest Little City exhibit at Nevada Historical Society

This local cultural gem is located near the northwest end of the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) campus.  From the parking lot behind the Nevada Historical Society, you can see UNR’s Mackay Stadium.

View from the parking lot behind Nevada Historical Society

Admission to the Nevada Historical Society is just $4 for adults and free for members or for children age 17 and younger.  

For hours and other information about the Nevada Historical Society, call (775) 688-1190 or visit http://museums.nevadaculture.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=446&Itemid=122

BONUS TRAVEL TIP!

One of my favorite history museums in the Western U.S. is the Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), 860 Terry Ave. N in Seattle.  My family made numerous visits to the old MOHAI in the Montlake neighborhood, just off Lake Washington, when my kids were youngsters.

Last summer, we had the pleasure of checking out MOHAI’s new, improved location in a gorgeous, restored building on Seattle’s Lake Union.

The new and improved Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) in Seattle

MOHAI features top-notch exhibits on “unforgettable stories of the men and women who built Seattle from wilderness to world city.”

The main exhibition hall at Seattle's MOHAI

And where else can you see the iconic Lincoln’s Toe Truck?  This truck actually used to cruise the streets of downtown Seattle and was a source of endless chuckles for my children and their classmates on school field trips.

The beloved Lincoln's Toe Truck at Seattle's MOHAI

For more information about MOHAI, call (206) 324-1126 or visit http://www.mohai.org/

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LAUGHING PLANET CAFE COMES TO MIDTOWN RENO

My hairstylist recently predicted, “I think Reno is going to be the next Portland.”  I knew exactly what she meant: Certain Western U.S. cities such as Portland and San Francisco have long been like the teacher’s pets of food and travel writers.  It’s time to give someone else a chance to shine.

Now, as fate would have it, Laughing Planet Café, a Portland institution, has opened its first non-Oregon location, at 650 Tahoe St. in Reno’s Midtown neighborhood.

The new Laughing Planet Cafe at 650 Tahoe St. in Midtown Reno

Midtown is assuredly THE neighborhood to watch in Reno.  In recent months, a whole slew of new and promising businesses have opened in this area, just south of downtown, along South Virginia Street and its nearby side streets.

South Virginia Street in Midtown Reno

A quiet side street in Reno's Midtown

While I do think it’s time to get over the Portland worship, I do like The Rose City and I do like Reno’s new Laughing Planet Café.

The emphasis at Laughing Planet is on “farm to plate,” reasonably priced food, prepared to your specifications.  There are loads of healthy dishes on the menu, including vegan, Paleo-friendly and gluten-free.  Soups, salads, bowls, burritos and quesadillas come with a myriad of add-ins, salsas, sauces and sides.

Walk in and order at the counter, get a number for your table and relax in the dining room, which is decked out with plastic dinosaurs, cute curios and posters touting the Tour de Nez (bike race).

Ordering your food at Laughing Planet Cafe

The dining room at Laughing Planet Cafe

The vibe here is sort of “old hippie,” with fairly loud music by Frank Zappa and Jimi Hendrix.  Not a bad thing and it actually reminded me of some favorite haunts in Bellingham, Washington, a city that I like immensely.

Friendly dinosaur on a Laughing Planet Cafe table

Curios and art at Laughing Planet Cafe

I ordered a quesadilla called Amaizin’ Grace ($5.95) which the menu describes as “Food Alliance certified corn, Tillamook jack cheese, mild green chiles, pico de gallo and cilantro-pesto or chimichurri sauce.”  I also requested a side of black beans ($1) and an iced tea ($1.75 with free refills).

Amaizin' Grace quesadilla, black beans and iced tea

My hubby went with the Cheese, Pico and Chicken quesadilla ($6.25), described as “Large ‘dry-grilled’ flour tortilla, Tillamook jack cheese, pico de gallo, grilled natural chicken.”  He chose a side of brown rice ($2) and iced tea, as well.

Cheese, Pico and Chicken quesadilla, brown rice and iced tea

Our food was very fresh and satisfying, perfect for a light lunch.  On a return visit, when we’re hungrier, I’d like to try a hearty burrito or bowl.  Selections for the bowls include Thai, Cuban, Korean and something called “Soylent Green.” 

That last menu item is slightly scary.  You’ve seen the movie “Soylent Green,” right?  But right next to that item, the menu says, “Iron-Clad Guarantee.  Please do not pay for anything you don’t like!  Seriously!”  All righty, fair enough.

After eating our mid-day goodies at Laughing Planet Café, we took a short stroll around the block.  Laughing Planet is very near other busy food establishments in Midtown Reno, such as Great Full Gardens, Batch Cupcakes and Sup. 

Outside Great Full Gardens and Batch Cupcakes in Midtown Reno

Polyesther's and Sup in Midtown Reno

Sadly, it’s also near the Wild Orchid Cabaret and a quickie-loan office, the types of businesses that scream of Reno’s seedy downtown, rather than the up-and-coming Midtown.

Unappealing businesses on the edge of Midtown Reno

But change takes time.  Patience is a virtue.  Let’s wait and hope for the best.

To learn more about Laughing Planet Cafe in Midtown Reno, call (775) 360-2592 or visit http://laughingplanetcafe.com/author/laughing-planet/

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SUNDANCE BOOKS AND MUSIC: ANOTHER ATTRACTION FOR NON-GAMBLERS IN RENO

Reno is widely known as a casino town, but where can you take visitors who don’t care to gamble?  I’ve previously blogged about a few noteworthy educational attractions for kids of all ages, such as the Wilbur D. May Museum at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, the Animal Ark wildlife sanctuary, the scenic campus of University of Nevada, Reno and the free pipe organ concerts at Trinity Episcopal Church near the Truckee River.

But how is it that I’ve so long overlooked Sundance Books and Music?  This independent book store has apparently been a Reno institution for 25 years, although not always at its current location, 121 California Ave. (the corner of California and Sierra).

This magnificent building, dating back to 1906, was home to a mining magnate and store owner named William Levy.  What a wonderful way to repurpose an historic residence.

Sundance Books and Music has a wide selection of new and old books, CDs, vinyl records, greeting cards and gift items, artfully arranged in themed rooms. 

I love collecting cookbooks and the shelves at Sundance offer many titles that I haven’t seen at Reno’s Barnes and Noble, including some that focus on Northern Nevada families and their culinary traditions.

Bookworms and history buffs could spend a long time browsing at Sundance, admiring the handsome environment as much as the wares.

The surrounding neighborhood is a gem, too.  It’s just south and west of downtown, but noticeably cleaner, quieter and more civilized. While some online reviewers have described this area as Midtown, I think it’s much more aligned with Reno's artsy “Cal Ave” district.  

Within easy walking distance of Sundance are the Nevada Museum of Art, Arte Italia and an array of family-friendly coffee shops and restaurants, including Newman’s Deli, Rubicon Deli, Blue Plate, My Favorite Muffin and more.  

For more information, visit http://www.sundancebookstore.com/  and

http://www.visitrenotahoe.com/reno-tahoe/what-to-do/arts-culture/art-district

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LITTLE HOUSE ON CENTER STREET IS A BIG TREAT IN MIDTOWN RENO

Midtown Reno is an evolving neighborhood, the type of community that could someday be a darling of food and travel magazines like Sunset, Cooking Light and EveryDay with Rachael Ray.  Every new "sweet spot" like Little House on Center Street brings Midtown a notch closer to being a rave-worthy destination for both townies and tourists.

Located at 725 S. Center St., the restaurant opened two-and-a-half months ago, according to our cheerful server.  This clean, bright and very homey space has an open kitchen and lots of inexpensive choices for breakfast or lunch.  It’s open daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

Little House On Center Street on a sunny Friday, about noon

On a sunny Friday, about noon, my husband and I nabbed a prime table in front of the big picture window.   Seated near us were small groups of folks in business attire, a couple of “ladies who lunch,” some college students and two families with young children.  (Attention, parents: The Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum is just up the street!)

Several parties were dining at outdoor tables, too —and the street scene was lively, yet laid-back. 

It’s crazy how different Midtown looks and feels when you’re not smack-dab on the main drag, Virginia Street.  Staunch Renoites might bristle when I say this, but at Little House On Center Street, I didn’t feel like I was just shy of downtown Reno.  And that was refreshing.

Getting back to the food at Little House, I ordered the California Street Omelet, made with tomatoes, onions, jack cheese and avocado.  Coarsely-grated hash browns and wheat toast accompanied the pleasingly plump and fluffy egg creation, for $7.99.

Little House's California Street Omelet with potatoes (wheat toast not pictured)

My husband chose the also-substantial Ortega Burger ($9.25) featuring bacon, green chile, jack cheese, mayo, onion, lettuce and tomato. He opted for fries on the side, but a salad could have been an alternative.

Little House's Ortega Burger with fries

A couple of iced teas set us back an additional $3.50.

While thoroughly enjoying our fresh-tasting meals, I noticed a sticker on the window, saying that Little House on Center Street is a member of the Creative Coalition of Midtown.

Like-minded artists and small business owners in the Midtown area are collaborating on special events to promote neighborhood pride. Among upcoming shindigs, the coalition will host a Spring Fling from 5-9 p.m. this Friday, April 25 (2014).  For more information about this and other scheduled happenings in Midtown, visit http://creativecoalitionreno.com/

For information about Little House On Center Street, call (775) 737-9598 or visit

http://littlehousereno.com/

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PINING FOR POLISH CUISINE IN SOUTH RENO (PART 3)

Holidays inevitably spark memories of unique foods which were traditionally served by your family — and Easter is no exception.

On a recent shopping trek through South Reno, I spotted a couple of hard-to-find items that were always on my Polish grandparents’ Easter table when I was growing up in Chicago.

At Cost Plus World Market, 4987 S. Virginia St., I saw a jar of the red beet-horseradish that my Polish grandfather used to make from scratch. He called it chrzan (pronounced like “shaan”).  

Red beet-horseradish, imported from Poland, available at Cost Plus World Market in South Reno

Oh, the eye-stinging fumes from the grating of the horseradish!  No wonder he tackled this chore in the basement, with the windows wide open and a fan operating at full blast.  In any case, in Polish households, this red beet-horseradish mixture is a popular condiment atop hard-boiled Easter eggs, ham and Polish sausage.

The brand sold at World Market is Cracovia.  The jar (1 pound, 7.63 ounces) sells for $2.99.

And in the same section of World Market, there were a few other food products imported from Poland, including dill pickles and pickled cabbage and mushrooms.

At South Reno's location of WinCo Foods, 9750 S. Virginia St., I bought a loaf of Sweet Raisin Bread made by the Eurobake bakery in Portland, Ore.  The 19-ounce loaf cost $2.89.

Sweet Raisin Bread, reminiscent of a Polish bread, found at WinCo in South Reno

My mom, who was born in the U.S. but speaks fluent Polish, calls this type of bread plecionka (prounounced “ple-CHOON-ka”).  I’ve also heard it called “kukielka” (“koo-KEL-ka) or chalka (“howka”).

It is similar to challah bread, a dense egg-twist bread that is shiny and dark on the outside, light yellow and tender on the inside.  And this version contains raisins, although I would prefer a lot more of them.

I guess I could put “learn how to make plecionka” on my to-do list.  In fact, I messaged the Nothing To It Culinary Center, 225 Crummer Ln. in South Reno, to ask if they’ve ever considered offering classes about Eastern European cuisine, such as Polish.  I was told that they might conduct such classes if there’s sufficient interest.

For more information about Nothing To It, call (775) 828-2628 or visit http://www.nothingtoit.com/

For more tips on where to find Polish foods (or reasonable substitutes) in South Reno, look for my previous blog posts, PINING FOR POLISH CUISINE IN SOUTH RENO (PARTS 1 AND 2).

Also, an UPDATE!  Thanks to my mom in Chicago, I discovered a Polish cooking show called "Poland On A Plate," sponsored by Krakus Ham.  This gourmet Polish ham is not sold in Reno, but the series presents many traditional Polish recipes and Polish twists on American favorites.  The series is hosted by the lovely Basia Brown, with guest appearances from some of Chicago's prominent chefs.   

Here's a link to some (English-language) videos on Polvision, Chicago's powerful Polish-language TV channel:
http://www.polvision.com/program/poland-on-a-plate

And here's the home page for Poland On A Plate, with more information about the series and more recipes:  http://www.polandonaplate.com/Poland_on_a_Plate/Poland_on_a_Plate_Home.html

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WHEN MICKEY ROONEY VISITED UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO

I have known, for a while, that the lovely campus of University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) was the setting for a number of Hollywood movies in the 1940s.  Today, with the news about the passing of film legend Mickey Rooney, I remembered that one of those movies was Rooney’s “Andy Hardy’s Blonde Trouble.”

This link from UNR tells more about this movie and other college capers that were shot on the campus during that era:

https://knowledgecenter.unr.edu/digital_collections/exhibits/university_history/events/silver_screen.aspx

What fun it would be to know where else Rooney and co-stars from “Andy Hardy’s Blonde Trouble” spent time in Reno, during the making of that movie.

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LENTEN LUNCHES IN SOUTH RENO

I’m not a vegetarian but I often eat meatless meals during Lent and at other times, too — because veggies taste good and are good for you (and me).

On Ash Wednesday, I planned to buy a Pepper and Egg Sandwich for lunch.  This item is a Lenten mainstay in my native Chicago.  But a quick Google search for Pepper and Egg Sandwiches in South Reno turned out to be futile.  Sometimes I’ve succumbed to the lure, pun intended, of McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish during Lent. But this time, I wanted something that wasn’t breaded, deep-fried and drowned in Tartar sauce.

I went to Spicy Pickle, 5210 Longley Ln., Suite 100; (775) 852-4440.  My vegetarian lunch choice, the Aphrodite Flatbread Pizza ($7.99), was a winner.

Aphrodite Flatbread Pizza at Spicy Pickle in South Reno

The good-sized pizza featured sliced, fresh tomatoes, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, red onion, feta, mozzarella and oregano, on a thin, crispy crust, with a pickle spear on the side.  It was colorful, flavorful and not at all heavy or greasy.

I’d order Spicy Pickle’s Aphrodite pizza again, for a Lenten lunch or at any time.

Here’s a quick recap of a few more South Reno spots that serve delicious, meat-free lunch dishes:

Not far from Spicy Pickle, you’ll find La Posada Real, 5270 Longley Ln.; (775) 852-1227. 

Meatless Mexican goodies are available at LaPosada Real

Their cheese enchiladas are great, as are their chile rellenos.  Vegetable fajitas are another satisfying option at La Posada Real.

Returning to the theme of “eggs for a Lenten lunch,” you can’t go wrong with the sensational vegetarian omelettes at Squeeze In, 25 Foothill Rd., Suite 3; (775) 853-6090.

Among my go-to veggie omelettes at Squeeze In are Neighbor Jackson (with tomatoes, mushrooms, onions, avocado and jack cheese) and Gary’s Gord (spinach, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, mushrooms).

 Other veggie combos, with or without cheese, are available, too.

Squeeze In normally serves its omelettes with spuds, toast and a choice of sauce (tomato-pesto, mushroom or cheese).  I often request a side of soup or salad instead of the potatoes — and Egg Beaters instead of whole eggs.  Heavenly and healthy!

Squeeze In veggie omelette made with Egg Beaters and served with salad

Peg’s Glorified Ham n Eggs, 720 S. Meadows Pkwy; (775) 851-7200, is another outstanding place to order egg dishes.  They have veggie omelettes with hash browns and toast but their signature dish, as far as I’m concerned, is their Monterey Skillets with entrees such as Huevos Rancheros or Chile Relleno with Eggs, pictured here:

Peg's Monterey Skillet with Chile Relleno and Eggs

The beans and tangy slaw as sides are outrageously good.  And there’s so much food on these platters that I end up giving my potatoes to my hubby or son.

Asian restaurants are sure bets for Lenten lunches, as well, especially if you want to go vegan.  Remarkable rice or noodle dishes (with shrimp, tofu or just veggies) can be found at Asian Paradise, 1131 Steamboat Pkwy; (775) 870-1788 and Bangkok Cuisine South, 5851 S. Virginia St.; (775) 284-3802, along with Caie’s Oriental Café’, 770 S. Meadows Pkwy., Suite 101; (775) 853-9668.

My son is wild about Pad Thai at Bangkok Cuisine South; he orders it with chicken but you can customize your order to go meatless.

Pad Thai at Bangkok Cuisine South, available with or without meat

And in my opinion, the Kung Pao Shrimp at Caie’s, available with either peanuts or cashews, is superb.

If you’re undecided about what to eat, or you’re lunching with a crowd (including individuals who might not be doing the meatless thing for Lent), a no-fail choice is Whole Foods, 6139 S. Virginia St.; (775) 852-1227.

Whole Foods in South Reno has a vast selection of veggie lunch items!

I love their hot soup bar, which always offers several vegetarian and/or vegan selections.  

They sell pizza by the slice, including plain cheese or veggie.

 

Plus, Whole Foods' salad bar and "Global Cuisine" bar feature a myriad of meatless munchies, including Italian, Indian, American, etc.  But don’t forget that these mix-and-match choices sell for $8.49 per pound. Your personalized smorgasbord plate from Whole Foods may cost more than you expect.

For “grab and go” Lenten lunches that are kinder to your wallet, visit the deli cases at WinCo, 9750 S. Virginia St.; (775) 853-7474 or Smith’s, 750 S. Meadows Pkwy; (775) 851-8060.  Both sell lunch-sized salads and sandwiches such as tuna or egg salad.

With all these Lenten lunch options in South Reno — and these are just a sampling — does one really need a Pepper and Egg Sandwich joint?  Well, yes, it would be nice, but I’ll keep searching.

  

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