Food + Beverage

Cooking Classes - Serious Fun

From recreational cooking to pursuing a cooking certificate or degree Article by Jana Kemp | Photography by Jana Kemp + provided Recreational cooking? Idaho has classes for fun, flavor, and camaraderie. Professional culinary pursuits? Idaho has programs for individuals wanting to pursue a career in cooking. Recreational cooking classes require advance registration and can be taken at the following locations. The Basque Market - Learn to make Basque foods such as paella and what wines...

Arts + Culture

Newsworthy in Idaho

A Roundup of Exciting News from Local Businesses Article by Denise Llorente Trunk or Treat! Celebrate Halloween at Meridian’s 10th annual Trunk or Treat! City Hall Plaza transforms into a magical scene with creatively decorated vehicles, festive costumes, and excited trick-or-treaters. This beloved community event draws thousands of locals for a night filled with family fun, tasty bites from food trucks, and lively entertainment. Admission is free, but attendees are encouraged to bring a...

Arts + Culture

Idaho’s Bounty

Expanding the Idaho Botanical Garden Article by Chelsea Chambers | Photography by Idaho Botanical Garden In springtime, a floral aroma fills the air of the Idaho Botanical Garden, enticing the senses as colorful, fragrant blossoms enrapture both bees and humans alike. The heat of summer crosses the Boise foothills and the gardens fill with late-blooming flowers and the sounds of their annual concert series. With blankets and baskets in tow, dozens flock to the Great Garden Escape. Laughter and...

Food + Beverage

Growing to the Right Path

Boise Vertical Farm Article by Chelsea Chambers | Photography by Boise Vertical Farms; Courtesy of KIVI Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. And sometimes those turns lead us to places we didn’t quite think we would ever end up. Fortunately, in our human experience, there are always choices. And we can find our way back to the paths that bring us to our greatest good. Boise Vertical Farm is one of those paths. Co-founder of the organization, Jeff Middleton, found himself on a bad path...

Life + Culture

Meridian + Valley Events

OCTOBER 2024 Article and Photography by 1 — Trunk or Treat and Food Drive Jordan’s Garden Center, 2 PM: Hispanic and Latin-owned food trucks. jordansgardencenter.com 2-6 — Trailing of the Sheep Celebrate the history of sheep ranching in Idaho and the West!  trailingofthesheep.org 3-5 — Vintage Road Trippin’ Treasure Valley, 10 AM: Vintage treasure hunt across the Treasure Valley. vintageroadtrippin.com 4 — Local from Global Art Source Gallery, 5 PM: Artworks that tell the rich and...

Food + Beverage

Elevated Eats and Premier Restaurant Picks

Experience the Height of Treasure Valley Dining: Exceptional Food, Ambiance, Service Article and Photography by Rembrandts in Eagle   Located in a historic church, Rembrandts offers a cozy dining experience with artisan coffee, brunch, and dinner options. The restaurant blends rustic charm with modern cuisine, featuring seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients in a welcoming atmosphere. rembrandtseagle.com   Chandlers Prime Steaks • Fine Seafood in Boise   Providing an elegant dining...

Food + Beverage

'Yes, Chef!'

Crave Kitchen and Bar's Micah Waltz Brings Skills and Innovation to the Menu Article by Jordan Gray | Photography by Phil White, 8th Street Studio Micah Waltz’s love of food is, quite literally, homegrown. “My mom always had beautiful gardens full of vegetables and so I really grew up, ‘What are we going to eat tonight?’ It was always something out of the garden,” he said. “And my best friends and I would always go out and forage and get different wild things, like morel mushrooms. And we’d...

Food + Beverage

Nurturing Culinary Dreams in Idaho

Sun Valley Culinary Institute rises from pandemic challenges to become a vital force in culinary education, offering a unique path for aspiring chefs Article by Sabina Dana Plasse | Photography by Erin Roberts + Roland Lane When Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) opened its doors in March 2020, it was on the verge of the pandemic. It opened and closed its doors in a matter of days, operating from within to serve the Wood River Valley community, but students had to wait. What was a challenge...

Food + Beverage

Fall Red Sangria

Cozy up with this autumn-inspired sangria, a perfect blend of seasonal fruits and warm spices Article by Lauren Lane | Photography by Janie Jones As the crisp autumn air settles in and the leaves turn vibrant shades of red and gold, there's nothing more comforting than gathering with loved ones to share the warmth of a delicious drink. This autumn-inspired sangria is the perfect blend of seasonal flavors, combining rich red wine with the tartness of apples and the aromatic essence of cinnamon...

Style + Beauty

Shopping Local never looked so good!

From coats made in Caldwell decades ago to clothing designed and made today in Boise Article by Jana Kemp | Photography by Jana Kemp + provided Idaho has a history of clothing makers – from pioneers making their own, to commercial production of winter hats in Ketchum to western-wear hats in the Treasure Valley. From coats made in Caldwell decades ago to VOXN Clothing designed and made today in Boise. Meet four Idaho clothing makers. Arin Arther – Screenprinted Textiles. Arin creates the...