10 Iconic Places to Eat in North Lake Tahoe That Live Up to Their World-Class Views
"The Tahoma Market & Deli has been a landmark on Tahoe’s West Shore since 1943 and it’s seen many iterations over the years: roadside lodge, convenience store, and video rental shop. Now, a recent renovation turned this sleepy outpost into a thriving artisan market with everything needed for a picnic outside in Lake Tahoe — beverages, snacks, and, most importantly, a deli counter. The sandwiches give the Tahoma Market its cult-like following. Puffy slabs of white bread are smeared with pesto, or sprinkled with cheddar cheese and jalapeños, baked until golden, and layered with deli meats and cheeses. The building and the market are entirely new, but the sandwiches are the same foot-long classics they’ve been for decades. That’s why locals still call them PDQ sandwiches, a deep cut reference to the old convenience store and the roots of Tahoe’s West Shore community." - Julie Brown
