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OCTOBER 2021 PUBLISHER

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A Season Perfect for Comfort Food

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HEY, FOODIES—WE HOPE YOU’RE HUNGRY! October brings us our most delicious issue of the year, chock-full of the most craveable dishes and drinks Boise and Eagle have to offer.

We had the pleasure of dining at our community’s top restaurants, including Crave in Eagle and Kin in Boise — and boy, are you in for a treat! The photos alone are enough to have you licking your chops.

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home, whether you’re cooking for you and your family or a table of guests.

Mariah Hebbeln, Kimber Patterson, Jordan Gray, Christina Murray, Heather Ruiz, Alexander Milles, Shane & Natalie Plummer, Tara Bruner & Greg Neruda, Kendall Houlton

Date nights are important—not just for getting to know a love interest, but for sharing experiences throughout a relationship. What better way than good food to bring us together, and we couldn’t be luckier when it comes to the amazing dining options we have right here in the Treasure Valley. We think you’ll agree when you flip through these delicious pages!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2021

FEATURES 22 Kinship in Boise Idaho Chef Shows That Food Communicates Love to Everyone

30 Mountains & Memories A Summer Escape to Park City, Utah

38 Let’s Date!

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46 Red Wines for Wild Game The Most Delicious Reds to Pair with the Comfort Food of Fall

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22 Local Limelight 26 Culinary Creations 30 Travel Destination 42 Local’s Choice 46 Food & Wine 50 Hot Spot 54 Financial Buzz 58 Road Trip 60 Lifestyle Calendar 62 Parting Thoughts

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Gem State Comic Con Holds Summer Cosplay Gathering It's not every August day you walk through Kleiner Park and see Captain America chatting with a Jedi, while nearby a group of belly dancers decked out in "Harry Potter" house colors perform. But that was precisely the case at the Gem State Comic Con's Summer Cosplay Gathering. Find out about future events at gemstatecomiccon.com. PHOTO CREDIT: JORDAN GRAY.

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1. Mandalorians of the “Star Wars” universe are always on the lookout behind those visors. | 2. A John Constantine cosplayer poses for a shot. | 3. Akashic Moves Bellydance & Yoga performed with a “Harry Potter” theme. | 4. ‘Cosplay’ is the portmanteau of ‘costume’ and ‘play’, where folks get dressed up as favorite characters. | 5. Princess Peach and Mario could be seen strolling through the park. | 6. Groot, of “Guardians of the Galaxy” fame, won second place in the cosplay contest.

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Boise Soul Food Festival Offers Up Fun and Tasty Eats The 3rd Annual Boise Soul Food Festival was featured at Kleiner Park in August. The free event featured delicious soul food and nonstop music and dance. “The Boise Soul Food Festival...opens doors to share our Black culture with the community," BSFF Operations Manager Trish Walker said. For more, visit boisesoulfood.org. PHOTO CREDITS: SOULFUL NOTIONS, AUBREY BROWER PHOTOGRAPHY, AND THOMAS HUTCHINGS.

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1. Brown Like Me performed songs from “The Lion King” musical. The Brown Like Me organization is a place of belonging for Black youth in the Treasure Valley. | 2. Some young patrons enjoy the festival atmosphere. | 3. A festival attendee enjoying some Beasley Brothers watermelon. | 4. Thomas Hutchings (Saxophonist) and Edwin Wallace Wheeler III (Bass) of the Thomas Hutchings Anomaly Trio performed funk, soul, and the blues. | 5. Charles Taylor (left) and Alex Hide grilled up some ribs, chicken, and pulled pork for Brother Brown’s BBQ. | 6. Boise’s Makatas Dancers perform a traditional African dance. The traditional African dance group promotes cultural diversity through music and the arts.

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COMMUNITY HOUSING EVALUATION HIGHLIGHTS BENEFITS OF PROVIDING HOUSING TO HOMELESS

Idaho’s workforce has the necessary skills to be prepared for the jobs and challenges of the future.”

The STEM Action Center develops unique grant,

Our Path Home, the public-private partnership

training, professional development, and student

working to end Ada County homelessness, in

opportunities aligned to Idaho’s workforce needs,

partnership with the Idaho Policy Institute, recently

from kindergarten to career.

released the New Path Community Housing 2020 Annual Evaluation.

The report highlights the collective community benefits of the Permanent Supportive Housing project, which provides housing and support services to individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.

In 2018, New Path Community Housing – Idaho’s first site-based Permanent Supportive Housing development – opened its doors. A total of 60 people have entered New Path since it started.

“The evaluation report highlights the importance of continued support and funding of Permanent Supportive Housing with a Housing First approach," City of Boise Sr. Housing and Community

Development

Manager

Maureen

Brewer said. "We now have two years of data specific to Ada County showcasing both the cost savings to our community and, most importantly, the impact on the well-being of our most vulnerable residents,” For more information on Our Path Home and the evaluation, visit ourpathhome.org.

WAREHOUSE FOOD HALL ANNOUNCES TENANT PLANS A major new food and drink hub plans to open in downtown’s BoDo district — and it’s whetting Boise’s appetite with tasty details.

The Warehouse Food Hall, 370 S. 8th St., announced its first three tenants: Paddles Up Poke, Rush Bowls, and The Loading Dock. Around 13-15 tenants are expected in the 21,000-square-foot destination, which will include food, beverage, and specialty spaces.

The Warehouse “will serve as an extension to the already thriving 8th Street dining district,” according to a press release. It’s on pace to open in spring 2022.

CITY ANNOUNCES NEIGHBORHOOD INVESTMENT RECIPIENTS Part of the City’s "Energize Our Neighborhoods" initiative, the City of Boise’s Neighborhood

STEM ACTION CENTER GAINS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Kaitlin Maguire has been appointed executive director of the STEM Action Center.

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Investment Program funds neighborhood improvements. These projects enrich the lives of residents, enhance quality of life, and encourage a strong sense of community.

The Neighborhood Investment Program com-

“I am honored to be appointed by Governor

mittee selected 12 projects for a total of $500,000 in

(Brad) Little as the Executive Director of the STEM

funding, and allocated an additional $288,477 in

Action Center,” Maguire said in a press release.

funding for two additional projects – a crosswalk

“It is a critical time for STEM education to ensure

at 23rd Street and Bannock and lighting along

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the Boise River Greenbelt in the Lusk District – using contingency funds from the Neighborhood Investment Program 2021 funds and Community Development Block Grant Funds.

Recipients included:

+ Collister: Traffic Box Wraps + East End: Flags on Warm Springs Avenue + East End: Adams Elementary Walking Path + Energize Program: Linear Park on Goddard + Morris Hill: Bicyclists Facilities and Repair Stations + South Boise Village: Traffic Box Wrap + Southeast: Benches at Oregon Trail Monument sites + Southwest Ada County Alliance: Molenaar Dog Park Shelter and Drinking Fountain

+ Sunset: Sunset Park Sunshades + NIP Program: Construction Contingency + Energize Program: Crosswalk at 23rd and Bannock + Lusk District: Greenbelt Lighting To learn more, visit CityOfBoise.org

NEW CHERIE BUCKNER-WEBB PARK Downtown Boise has a new park at 1100 W Bannock St. dedicated to retired Idaho lawmaker Cherie Buckner Webb. A trailblazing community leader, Buckner-Webb became the first Black law-

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maker to serve in the Idaho Legislature back in 2010.

From a young age, Buckner-Webb has always been a fierce advocate for human rights with her family calling Idaho home for seven generations.

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Cherie Buckner-Webb worked to create the Idaho Black History Museum in the historic St. Paul

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munity, continuing the conversations his family started decades ago. He says the first generation of his family would be so honored to have their name on a park.

A formal dedication ceremony was held on August 5 and hosted by the City of Boise and project partners CCDC and Eleven Eleven West Jefferson, LLC.

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

FOODIE DURING THE HARVEST SEASON, OUR FOODIE COMMUNITY IS RIPE FOR THE PICKING. From family-friendly outings to adults-only wine tastings, Shasta Ockenberg's suggestions have you covered.

BREWERIES + WINERIES + DISTILLERIES + Sockeye Brewing – a stopping point for beer enthusiasts, they've been open since 2002, and every drink is brewed and canned in their own restaurant.

12542 W. Fairview Ave, Boise, Idaho 83713 + White Dog Brewing – founded by friends in a garage, it's now a hot spot for games, date night, or large group events.

705 W. Fulton St, Boise, Idaho 83702 + 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards – visit the largest family-owned winery in Idaho that produces 12,000 cases a year, from Merlot to Mourvèdre and even Sangiovese.

5900 Pearl Rd., Eagle, Idaho 83616 + Erikson Fine Wines – this wine company stocks up on family and independent wineries that range from local productions to world-renowned regions.

150 E Riverside Dr Ste 120 Eagle, Idaho + SCORIA Vineyards – Located downtown, this winery holds some of the best red wines in the area, including Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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SEASONAL COMFORT FOODS + Vagabond Bakery – taste the earthy tones of fall with a salted caramel cake pop iced in the form of a plump pumpkin.

1726 W Main St, Boise, Idaho 83702 + Janjou Patisserie – enjoy the soft and crunchy textures of a warm apple tart with sparks of spices prepared at this French bakery.

1754 W State St Boise, ID + Boise Pie Company – cut a slice of pecan pie, layered with a cinnamon filling and candied nuts, as you watch the changing leaves.

1216 N Orchard, Boise, Idaho 83706 + Certified Kitchen + Bakery – order and savor a juicy pulled pork sandwich topped with their house BBQ and a side of cilantro-lime slaw.

1511 N. 13th St, Boise, Idaho 83702 + Coffee Studio – warm up with your favorite book in one hand and a

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FALL ACTIVITIES + Twin Oaks Farm – visit Nyah’s Haunted Woods for corn mazes, petting zoos, and hayrides, but stick around to witness what lurks when night falls.

3650 N. Eagle Rd, Eagle, Idaho 83616 + Ann Morrison Park – on October 26 bring your costume and partake in a 1-mile or 5K YMCA Halloween Run with prizes and other activities.

1000 S Americana Blvd, Boise, Idaho 83706 + Idaho Botanical Gardens – walk through Scarecrow Stroll as you choose your favorite pumpkin and sip from local breweries in the midst of live music.

2355 E Old Pnitentiary Rd Boise, ID + Schick-Ostolasa Farmstead – dive into Idaho’s agricultural at this event where kids can enjoy panning for gold, yard games, and a trip back in time.

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+ Zoo Boise – in October experience Spooktacular at night with the animals and relish in the costumes, venues, and special encounters at this Boise landmark.

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Kinship in Boise MICHELLE KWAK BELIEVES FOOD COMMUNICATES ACROSS PERSONAL DIFFERENCES TO EXPRESS LOVE. At the new local eatery, Kin, Michelle introduces Boise to something it has yet to see – plated desserts.

Served on a minimally designed white dining plate, Michelle’s newest dessert is her fresh version of the Pavlova. “As a painter would, I take separate components and experiment with how to bring them together on the canvas,” she says. She applies the same technique to her food presentation.

The meringue treat of whipped egg whites looks like that of the Russian tutu claimed to be its original inspiration. Like the design of a Hindu geometric mandala, meditative and intentional, the dessert is topped with whipped, buttery quince blossom cream, six thin slices of ambershaded Membrillo, or cheese made from quince blossom, a sprinkling of chopped pistachios, and petals from the quince blossom. The first spoonful marries the delicate and nutty sweetness.

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“The flavor is all there,” Michelle says about the classic dish. “It’s a little bit chewy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and blends perfectly with creamy, fruity flavors.”

After culinary school, Michelle worked at Eleven Madison Park in New York, winner of five James Beard Awards and three Michelin stars.

When Michelle and her

husband wanted to be closer to her family in Seattle, they moved to Boise. She began teaching at Create Common Good, a nonprofit organization feeding and teaching job skills to people in need. Later, she began cooking at State & Lemp and found the beginnings of the crew that would lead to Kin seven years later.

The friendships forged blossomed into the kinship that you will find at the restaurant now. Originally slated to open early 2020, COVID-19 rapidly gave the owners and staff of Kin a different direction.

Kin staff volunteered their time to cook and deliver meals to those who had been directly impacted by the global pandemic. There was no question “if” anyone would help; they knew it was the right thing to do. By summer, they could safely host customers, local musicians and artists outside, safely providing

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both entertainment and fine dining.

Michelle Kwak is one of several talented staff at Kin, and the only pastry chef in the Treasure Valley creating new and adventurous plated desserts to challenge and delight the person lucky enough to be sitting in front of it, fork in hand.

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CHEF CHRISTINA MURRAY OF SEASON + TASTE SHARES A RECIPE THAT IS BOTH ELEGANT AND IMPRESSIVE, AND THE PERFECT DISH TO MAKE FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION. Serve with a roasted beet salad, pour your favorite Zinfandel, and throw on some music. Finish with a light dessert and brandy or coffee.

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STEAK AU POIVRE WITH CREAMY TRUFFLED RISOTTO

Preheat oven to 425F. Pat beef dry. On a plate, sprinkle a heavy

Serves 4

layer of salt and pepper. Press steaks into mixture, coat evenly on

RISOTTO INGREDIENTS:

all sides. Set aside. Heat sauté pan to medium-high heat. Add oil.

+ 2 TBSP Butter, plus 3 TBSP for finishing + 1 Cup Shallots, minced + 1 TBSP Garlic, minced + 1.5 Cup Arborio Rice + 3 1/3 Cups Chicken Broth + ¼ Cup White Wine + 1 ½ tsp. Salt + ¼ tsp. Pepper + ½ Cup Shredded Parmesan + 1 tsp Truffle Oil

Heat until shimmering. Place steaks in pan evenly spaced. Sear

DIRECTIONS:

steaks, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from pan, set aside.

In same pan, melt butter, add shallots, sauté until translucent. Add green peppercorns. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for a minute, then deglaze pan with white wine. Add beef stock and cream, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cook until sauce thickens to desired consistency about 10 minutes. Season.

Finish steak. Place steaks into 425F oven for 5-7 minutes or 130F for medium rare. Remove pan from oven, allow meat to rest and finish sauce.

To plate:

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Slice steaks. Create a mound of risotto and arrange steak neatly

and cook 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and rice until golden brown

on top, spooning sauce onto steak. Add edible flowers for garnish.

and toasted. Season with salt and pepper. Add wine and broth.

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STEAK INGREDIENTS:

serve marcona almonds in a beautiful bowl.

+ 4 Beef Tenderloin Filets + Salt and Pepper + 1 TBSP Vegetable Oil

+ Choose music wisely. The tunes should flow into one another and last 4 hours.

+ Limit yourself to one impressive plate and fill in the rest with

SAUCE INGREDIENTS:

simple, make-ahead dishes.

+ 2 TBSP Butter + ¼ Cup Green Peppercorns in brine, drained + 3 TBSP Shallots, minced

+ Don’t feel pressured to make dessert when there are professional bakers in town.

+ If something doesn’t go according to plan, laugh it off.

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A SUMMER ESCAPE TO PARK CITY, UTAH

NO ADVENTURE GOES ENTIRELY ACCORDING TO PLAN. That (and your attitude) is what makes it an adventure.

That’s the lesson I’ve taken from travels with my mom, Sheri.

Our adventures include getting lost in South Carolina, finding tucked-away destinations in Hawaii, and traipsing through a drizzly New York City.

And adventure is what we did as we jetted off to Park City, Utah, for four days in August.

Less than an hour away from Salt Lake City International Airport, we arrived at our temporary home base: The Goldener Hirsch Inn. The modern architecture is literally married to oldworld charm, as a skybridge connects newer units with the original building. In one part, we found ski storage that lit up as you walked by, while we found the other decked out with alpenhorns and an antler chandelier.

We immediately set out to explore.

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The author, Jordan, and her mother, Sheri, enjoy The Utah Symphony and The Beach Boys.

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“You think you know Park City, and then you get there and there’s all these hidden gems,” Megan Skiles with Visit Park City said.

And she’s right. We found everything from cute boutiques like Mary Jane’s, libation spots like No Name Saloon, and art galleries galore (Prospect Gallery was a favorite).

We got ourselves into a “Mine Trap” at Escape Room Park City. Solving puzzles across three rooms, we ‘dynamited’ our way out with 11 seconds to spare. I was particularly proud of snagging the key for an enormous old-timey padlock I’d eyed since we were locked in.

Then it was off to Riverhorse on Main for a delicious filet mignon (me) and macadamia nut-crusted Alaskan halibut (Sheri). I’m still dreaming about the goat cheese appetizers.

Day two started with a quick breakfast at Goldener Hirsch, followed by a stroll around the Deer Valley Resort property. Chairlifts abound across Park City, waiting to whisk you into the mountains.

Adirondack chairs also abound – perfect for soaking in the atmosphere and enjoying a to-go latte.

Down the mountain, I tried Alpen + Hyde’s Massage’s deep tissue massage.

Getting into a vacation is a lot easier when you don’t wince every time you move your neck to look at something cool.

In need of sustenance, we took in the locally sourced options at the lakeside Deer Valley Grocery~Café. I love when folks know how to utilize ingredients, and the café’s turkey panini perfectly paired crisp apple with gooey cheese for a lovely lunch.

Then it was back to home base for a quick swim. I was both nervous and excited to take a dip in the hot tub. Why? It’s perched six stories up on the Goldener Hirsch’s front, sporting a clear side wall so you can truly see you’re on the edge. It makes for a thrilling soak!

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Shopping on Main Street

Adrenaline pumping, I joined the Friday Afternoon

Day three saw us at The Eating Establishment,

Club. Pairing nibbles, Alpine Distillery libations, ice

owned by actor Ty Burrell of “Modern Family” fame.

cream, and tunes, the Goldener Hirsch’s seasonal

We enjoyed French toast and a fruit-topped Belgian

event offered a great chance to unwind.

waffle before heading out onto Main Street for the

The main evening festivity was the Deer Valley Music

52nd Annual Kimball Arts Festival.

Festival, which transformed the ski slopes into a concert

Filled with more than 200 jury-selected artists, this

venue for The Utah Symphony and The Beach Boys. It

open-air celebration included everything from the

might sound like an odd combination, but it clicked as

gorgeous to the downright stunning.

the Symphony played an overture of familiar songs, then

“A lot of people like to support local artists,” Cary

joined the band as they swung into “I Get Around,” “Little

Henrie, of Bountiful, Utah, said when I paused to

Deuce Coupe,” and “Be True to Your School.”

admire his metal art. “There’s a real trend toward

From the concert, we could see a strange vehicle

mountain contemporary, where they want something

making an endless trek up and down the mountain.

with the flavor of the mountains, but something new

Our spirit of adventure led us to its base, where we

as well.”

discovered it was a funicular (a cable railway), and that it led to The St. Regis Deer Valley.

Wanting more art, we visited the Kimball Art Center, which holds the outdoor festival and its

Naturally, where could we go but up? We checked

own rotating exhibitions. I was fond of Adrian

out Park City from on high, then picked up a nightcap

Esparza’s works, which use unraveled sarapes for

to cap off our night.

new creations.

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We stopped for lunch at Twisted Fern. This chic little spot uses seasonal ingredients. It

High West Distillery - Photo Credit: Visit Park City

was also where I tried my first crispy chickpeas, which make a tasty appetizer.

Park City Mountain Resort was our next stop. Summer offerings include a scenic chairlift ride, biking, ziplines, and a mountain coaster.

We started off on the chairlift, taking in the mountain air and making a game out of spotting the various black diamond runs that will soon be covered in snow. Rustling aspens wove beautifully soft melodies with the swaying chairlift as we peacefully ascended our way to the top.

Once we had our fill of gorgeous panoramic views, we headed back down.

Something that caught my eye from the chairlift was the Alpine Slide (one of the longest slides in the world). Sheri and I hopped back on the chairlift, ready for more fun. Grabbing our bright yellow sliding sleds, we picked the “Last Chance” track, one of four paths down the mountain. You set the ride speed as you push your control stick forward, or pull back to brake. I whipped down so fast I had tears in my eyes, while Sheri had time to admire a whistle pig gamboling by the track.

Deciding we needed a pre-dinner cocktail, we dropped by Alpine Distilling’s Pie Bar. In its speakeasy atmosphere, we sampled pie-andcocktail pairings. My favorite was Preserve Liqueur: a blood orange, black tea, raspberry, lemon balm, and ginger spirit.

From there, we cruised our way through the Arts Festival to reach our final dinner location: Nelson Cottage by High West.

The cozy atmosphere inside made the cool evening feel pleasantly warm. Although, to be fair, that might have been the whiskey paired with our prix fixe meal. Each plate offered new tastes like squash blossoms and sweet corn gougere, along

Valley’s Glitretind. The elegant buffet offered

with favorites like New York strip steak. Each new

a bevy of choux swans, elegantly plated fruit

whiskey was stronger than its predecessor, and

platters, an omelet bar, and more. My food

watching other diners react to every sip was a hoot.

dreams now include chocolate raspberry

Then it was on to our final day, which meant brunch. I have a deep and abiding love

From brunch, it was straight to the airport,

of brunch. No early wakeup calls, you can

where we spent just a moment admiring the new

eat breakfast or start on lunch, and mimo-

terminal before hopping a plane back home.

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Another successful adventure in the books for the Gray girls, and one I’d love to repeat.

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Food: Foodies rejoice!

Altitude: Our trip motto was

Activities: Whether you’re the

There’s plenty of savory and

“It’s the altitude!” (Said often

active type or the mosey-around

sweet things to nosh on in

when we were huffing and

type, you’re set. For explorers,

Park City. Plus, the dress

puffing our way uphill.) If

there’s hiking, biking, horseback

code everywhere seemed

you’re not used to hiking

riding, paddleboarding, and

casual, with restaurant

around so high above sea

other excursions to tackle. For

patrons sporting everything

level, drink lots of water and

the relaxing vacationer, check

from shorts to suit coats.

rest when you need it.

out Park City Museum, take in an art gallery, or spend time spotting historic details from the 2002 Olympic Winter Games.

Kimball Arts Festival - Photo Courtesy of Visit Park City

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IN A RECENT EPISODE OF THE BOISE BUBBLE PODCAST, WE RUMINATED ON WHAT DATING HAS DONE FOR US AND HOW WE DO IT. And how this seemingly simple activity is anything but simple.

Now, we openly admit relationships are hard.

Sometimes we want to run screaming from each other. But most of the time, it’s pretty dang fulfilling. Learning to date well from the very beginning

Have you ever heard a champion athlete answer

of our relationship has been pretty key to that.

the question of how she got so amazing with “I

And continuing to date with purpose has been

dunno. It just happened, I guess.” No, because

one of the reasons we haven’t run away scream-

amazing things don’t just happen on their own.

ing after 20 years.

Dating is a big part of the work of having a killer

Newsflash - lasting relationships don’t just happen. You think your house just magically stays clean, or your grass stays at just the right height?

relationship. If you don’t work at it, you get “meh.”

And who wants a “meh” relationship?

If dating sounds daunting, let us offer some basic guidelines.

Date to learn. Dates where we learn something new are especially exhilarating. Not only is the actual activity fun, but we also see each other in new ways. The Treasure Valley is chock-full of cool things to do that open your mind. The Discovery Center of Idaho has an ever-changing series of exhibits each of which could fill at least two nights of conversation and insights. Does learning how to blow glass sound cool? That’s because it is, and you can do it at Boise Art Glass. Take a couples cooking class at Season and Taste Cooking School. Go do something that adds a tool to your tool belt. People who are interested in things, are interesting to other people. (True story!)

Date to have fun. Relationships are supposed to be fun. Sometimes you have to make the fun happen. Go throw axes at Section 37 Axe room.

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BUBBLE PODCAST

SO WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT DATE NIGHTS? WELL, TURNS OUT A LOT.

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LET’S DATE! (CONTINUED)

Bring out your competitive side driving Go-Karts.

Spend an evening at Roaring Springs or rock climbing at Vertical View Climbing Gym. Go skiing up at Bogus at night. What makes you laugh together? Go do that thing.

Date to discover each other. We sit on our front patio at night like a couple of old people in rocking chairs and chat for hours. What on earth do you talk about after 20 years? Well, everything. If you stay curious, you keep surprising each other. Set up dates for good conversation. Then ask questions. Good questions open the door to discovery. Go deep by thinking of questions that build on each other and you’ll be talking for at least an hour.

Try these: What’s the happiest you can remember being? How do you gauge happiness? What are three things on your bucket-list you have yet to accomplish? What is your idea of the perfect day? If you want to keep it light: Do you find tattoos attractive? What styles do you like most/least? If I got a tattoo, what would turn you on the most?

Need a romantic setting for conversation? Take a walk along the Greenbelt! Drive around neighborhoods looking at houses you could never afford!

Spend a LONG time at dinner. We have lots of great romantic restaurants around like Little Pearl Oyster Bar, Bella Aquila, The Lively, Fork, Alavita, and Amano.

Relationships are in constant flux because you and your other are always changing. No one stands still, nor should they. We can’t help but change and evolve as we navigate life. That’s as true for your person as it is for you. Change happens almost imperceptibly over the course of years and if we don’t pay attention along the way, we’ll wake up some day not recognizing the person lying next to us. Dating is the mechanism to connect and stay connected. Oh, and it can be a lot of fun too.

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love to swap stories.

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Try date night at the crown jewel of Caldwell. The historic old bank building with patina bar tops is a showstopper. I highly recommend one of their Loteria drinks which you can also order non-alcoholic, or the infamous Birra tacos.

Boise’s newest fine dining establishment. With plates like the Idaho Ruby Trout “Rockefeller” and the Basque Cheesecake, you can’t help but taste that they’re defining Boise’s food culture of the future and it’s a must-visit. Be sure to make a reservation.

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The vibe inside is very intimate, with little journal books they give with your check so you can write a note. Their pasta is all handmade and the char-grilled octopus salad is exceptional.

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@Enriqueskuna Fellow foodie, Anna Hudson had this to say about Enriques. “Have you been inside? The food, the music, the authentic food. The service is incredible.

The whole experience is amazing.”

Skip France and head to Overland for a delicious savory or sweet treat. The inside has great local decor and you can tell they are a community establishment.

The patio instantly transports you to a big cities vibe; this is the place to go if you’re looking for oysters or a fancy night out on the town.

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@The_w ylder One of my favorite pizzerias in town; my friend Sara recently introduced me to the Mushroom Pizza with caramelized onion.

The crust is made with a 50-year old sourdough starter that is to die for.

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the finest expression of Nebbiolo in Italy. For the adventuresome

kar…. the list goes on. So what wines do you pick to pair with the

Idahoan, pair a Barolo with slow simmered elk ragú with home

wild beasts? We chose four reds perfect for robust fall dinners of

made pappardelle.

stews, ragus, and casseroles.

#1 is the rock ‘em, sock ‘em Ripasso. Our favorite is San Rocco

#4 is the Italian Poliziano, a Sangiovese from Montepulciano.

Valpolicella Ripasso. This dark, serious wine can be served with

This is what Italians would drink with wild boar bolognese.

red meat, roasted poultry, and hard cheeses. We love it because

Substitute ground elk for wild boar and you have yourself a hearty

the slightly raisinated, brooding red fruit complement so many

meal! Dark, dense, and delicious, this wine is ideal with food or

dishes, including spicy ones. Pair this with elk ravioli in a gar-

just by the glass.

den-ripened and spicy tomato sauce.

#3 is a Brunello. Any well-made Brunello will pair well with game,

Although our top choices are Italian that was purely by acci-

but our favorite is the 2016 Fanti Brunello di Montalcino. Depth of

dent, perhaps based on our craving for Italian food! Other excel-

character for a Sangiovese-based wine, we love the cassis, cedar,

lent wines for wild game are the Spanish Tempranillo, Spanish

and lingering dark cherry pipe tobacco finish on this one. Stews

Priorat, or a California or Washington Cabernet.

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ALL! You will CRAVE this place. You’ve probably heard about their amazing food, delicious drinks, and welcoming ambiance, but not much about how Crave Kitchen & Bar all started. Owners Derek Hood and Pat Morandi wanted to create a unique and laid back restaurant with an atmosphere of high standards that didn’t exist anywhere else in the Treasure Valley. “It’s not necessarily formal dining or casual dining,” explained Hood, ”it’s somewhere in the middle where people can feel comfortable in blue jeans or tuxedos.”

Crave’s focus was to create a dining experience that catered to everyone’s tastes, from steaks to burgers to salads to pasta all while delivering excellent service. Whether celebrating in their private room, enjoying date night at an outdoor table with the view of the lake, a girl’s night out on the rooftop patio, or meeting friends at the bar area, Crave is truly a next-level experience.

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CREATING CRAVE KITCHEN & BAR TO CATER TO EVERYONE’S TASTES

CRAVE ARTICLE HEATHER RUIZ, @BOISESOCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

ITEM ONE.

Crave’s extraordinary pastry chef Rich Gardunia

creates masterpieces for special events in the private room and rooftop patio.

ITEM TWO. “It takes a village to get this restaurant open in the morning, so family meals are a Crave tradition,” says co-owner Derek Hood.

ITEM THREE. Friday afternoons call for an refreshing cocktail, amazing appetizer, and a shaded patio with a water view. The restaurant is nearly 7,000 square feet with an open floor plan and glass wall looking out to the patio and pond.

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KITCHEN & BAR HOT SPOT (CONTINUED)

Crave opened its doors in 2020. In March they were about 60% into the construction process. When they finally opened their doors, they were at 50% capacity and take out orders.

“Running a restaurant is hard enough, but opening one up during a pandemic had its challenges,” says Hood.

“However the community has been wonderful in supporting us and we were intentional in creating a safe environment

ITEM FOUR.

for people to dine in during the height of the pandemic.”

Can we have a seat at this table?! Craves delivers

There was another silver lining during this time. They were able to focus on training the staff and work with the

beautiful settings for special reservations, making every meal memorable and delicious.

cooks to master everything. Hood expresses how important his staff is and how everyone treats each other like family. All the sales from their recently celebrated one year anniversary were donated to the Women and Children’s Alliance (WCA). “We are in the people business, not in the restaurant business,” he says.

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You should review your home, auto, life, pet, umbrella and other insurance coverage at least once a year. Even if you haven’t had a major life change or new purchases, you should think in “what-ifs” as you assess your policies. Schedule a review with your agent to make sure your coverage reflects your current needs.

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C H A N G E YO U R O I L A N D B U Y N E W T I R E S :

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Dennis also highly recommends Costa Rica, Hawaii and Finland.

“Most people love the idea of travel, but we tend to pick the same places when we travel, and there is nothing wrong with that, they are amazing for a reason, but when you get off the beaten path a little bit, you learn the difference between vacation and travel.”

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NEW ART EXHIBIT & ARTIST'S RECEPTION

MERIDIAN MAIN STREET MARKET

TV personality, followed by the the-

fun-spooky

children’s

event!

Featuring Corbin Maxey, a national recognized

animal

expert

and

33 E. Broadway Avenue

atrical performance of Villains in

Meridian City Hall, 33 E.

It's the last day of the regular sea-

the Village with the Treasure Valley

Broadway Avenue

son. Use this chance to support

Children’s Theater. Be sure to venture

The public is invited to view Initial

local

farms,

onto both sides of the streets sur-

Point Gallery's new exhibit and

and entrepreneurs. Find more at

rounding Fountain Square for face

meet the artists at a free Artist’s

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painters, balloon twisters, and crafts.

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RED RIBBON WEEK

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Idaho Avenue

Each year for the National Red

Downtown Meridian becomes a fes-

Ribbon campaign, the Meridian Anti-

3RD ANNUAL SUPERHERO OBSTACLE FUN RUN

tival of costumes as more than 120

Drug Coalition works with the Idaho

businesses create mini worlds with

National Guard, the Meridian Police

treats! Attendance is free, but dona-

Department, and other community

Jabil Field, 915 E. Central Drive

tions of cash and cans are welcome

partners to provide motivational

For kids 8 and under, this 1K race

to support the Meridian Food Bank.

speakers, K-9 demonstrations, and

features 12 obstacles to tackle.

Applications are being accepted

prevention materials for West Ada

There will be three waves, with

for businesses and organizations

School District students. In addition,

a special course for those 2 and

who want to participate through

400 students from Meridian are

under. Have your kid grab their

Oct. 8. Visit meridiancity.org/

invited to attend DrugFree Idaho’s

best superhero outfit and register

trunkortreat to apply.

Red Ribbon Rally at the Capitol.

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MERIDIAN ANTI-DRUG COALITION (MADC) MEETING

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

Meridian Police Department, 1401 E.

Cloverdale Road

The Village at Meridian

Watertower Street

Outdoor, family-friendly cultural event

Join the Silver Sage Porsche Club

Everyone is welcome at the MADC

featuring food, entertainment and

in the streets surrounding Fountain

monthly meetings. Join to learn

education regarding this holiday.

Square to enjoy more than 100

about the coalition and how it's

Porsches on display.

working to strengthen the commu-

small

businesses,

Reception from 4:30-7 p.m. This new exhibit features works by the Plein Air Painters of Idaho and Katie Miller. It will remain on display until November 4.

Meridian Community Center, 201 E.

Meridian

at cmidaho.org.

3 SILVER SAGE PORSCHE OKTOBERFAST

nity through substance abuse pre-

9 EAGLE HARVEST FESTIVAL

Heritage Park, 185 E. State Street, Eagle

Welcome fall at the Eagle Harvest Festival! Enjoy live music, kids' activities, cornhole, family games, vendors, food, and more! This is a free event perfect for the whole family.

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vention. If you are unable to attend the meeting and would like to learn more, visit meridianmadc.org.

Cloverdale Funeral Home, 1200 N.

23 JAMES TAYLOR AND HIS ALLSTAR BAND ExtraMile Arena

21

James Taylor and His All-Star

VILLAINS IN THE VILLAGE

Original tickets for this show will

Band, with special guest Jackson Browne, rescheduled tour date.

The Village at Meridian

be honored. Tickets are still avail-

Join in for Villains in the Village,

able at ticketmaster.com.

gest Coffee Store Idaho’s Lar

Over 90 Varieties of Whole Bean Coffee

Full Espresso Bar | Breakfast & Lunch Foods | In-House WIFI Our Very Own Brand of Single Serve | Coffee Making Equipment UPS Shipping | Large Selection of Gifts Beautiful Custom Gift Baskets & Boxes Made-to-Order 208-377-9203 11875 President Dr, Boise

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Introducing Our New

or

Drive Thru Inside Seating

208-801-6972 6103 W Fairview Ave Located in the Boise Bistro Market CityLifestyle.com/Boise

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PARTING THOUGHTS

I n s pi r e d

by S u cc e s s

ARTICLE KENDALL HOULTON PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Jeff Huhn

BOISE'S METRO MARKET PRESIDENT OF FIRST INTERSTATE BANK

WHAT ARE THE BEST SKILLS YOU BRING TO YOUR JOB? I think it’s a combination of my finance experience and comfort in speaking with people. Ironically, my father is an introvert, but when I was in high school, he invited me to attend the local chamber of commerce meetings at which I had to fend for myself talking with various businesspeople. That experience, along with showing up at the golf course as a single when I was first learning and getting paired with random people, made me comfortable listening and holding a conversation.

WHAT’S YOUR DEFINITION OF SUCCESS? Success for me both personally and professionally is helping others achieve their goals. At work, I’ve been successful if my colleagues are given the opportunity to learn and advance. Personally, it’s the same with my family. I am a proud member of the humble-brag club, and I am extremely proud of my children, whether it was something I did in helping to raise them along with my wife Alaina, or more likely something I didn’t do.

DO YOU HAVE SKILLS OR TALENTS THAT MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT? Traditional talents like mastering a musical instrument or speaking a foreign language have eluded me. However, I was able to bring two fantastically talented and motivated children into the world, and I live vicariously through them. I’m a huge music fan, yet can’t read music or play an instrument. My son plays guitar, drums, keyboard, etc. and even put out an album on Spotify in 2020. I’m also a big believer in science, but I pursued finance as a career.

However, my daughter is completing her Master’s degree in Public Health and has had a front-row seat to the efforts to fight COVID-19.

WHAT ARE SOME CAUSES YOU CARE ABOUT? Education, housing affordability, and food insecurity.

+ SOCIABLE + FACILITATOR + PROUD FATHER AND HUSBAND + PHILANTHROPIC MINDED

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WHO DO YOU ADMIRE AND WHY? I’m lucky that both my parents are still thriving. While I admire them both equally, since I already mentioned my father, I’ll share that I admire him because of how hard he works and how much he cares for other people. As long as I can remember, he has always helped the less fortunate, not necessarily with a donation, but with meaningful work, opportunity, and companionship.

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