South Lake Tahoe’s farm-to-fork festival, Sample the Sierra, returns this year as more intimate gathering. The popular event now in its 12th year will be held from 3-7 p.m. Sept. 18, at Bijou Community Park and will feature foodie event showcases, regional cuisine, wines, spirits, beers, as well as artisans and live music.

Attendance will be limited to approximately half of previous years, to provide a more intimate atmosphere with ample space to sample and imbibe.

The culinary adventure will include more than 20 booths featuring a different winery, distillery or brewery expertly paired with a restaurant utilizing local produce in signature dishes. 

A marketplace will feature local handmade goods, apparel, jewelry, and artwork among other items.