The 2nd annual Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week (Oct. 2-9), according to organizers, is a celebration of the scrumptious cuisine and culinary talent that has made the Lake Tahoe region the best mountain-dining destination in the country.

Local food aficionados and visitors may participate in three-course prix-fixe menus at exceptional values that incorporate organic, seasonal and local ingredients — all served up at Lake Tahoe’s eateries.

There are no passes, tickets or coupons needed to take part in Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week. Instead, guests simply visit their favorite Lake Tahoe restaurants (60-plus are participating), which are offering the prix-fixe menus for $20, $30 or $40 per person (tax and gratuity not included). Reservations are strongly recommended.

Last year’s restaurants included Manzanita a the Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe, Ciera Steak + Chophouse at MontBleu casino, Six Peaks Grille at the Resort at Squaw Creek, Edgewood Restaurant, Lone Eagle Grille at the Hyatt in Incline Village, Fresh Ketch, PlumpJack Cafe, 19 Kitchen & Bar at Harveys, Soule Domain, Friday’s Station at Harrah’s, River Ranch Lodge, Après Wine Company, The Lodge at Tahoe Donner and the Beacon.

To learn more about Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week, a list of participating dining establishments and their downloadable prix-fixe menus, lodging discounts and how to take part, visit the event’s official website or call Pettit Gilwee Public Relations at (530) 525-1164.