Missoula Valley, MT October 2023

Michael Tucker

A Single Moment In Time, are large canvas photos of local landscapes, and views from the summits of Mountains in Montana and surrounding states through the eyes of Michael Tucker. These photos have been taken with an inspirational view in time, looking down from the summits, or taken at just a moment in time that will never be duplicated.

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I love you a latte.

I'll admit, coffee has a certain psychological hold over me. You know the way gasoline reminds you of summers on the family boat or maybe how a wet dog reminds you of where you hail from, and how any time it rains it brings you right back there? That's coffee for me.

Dad always had a pot going in the morning. The gurgling, the plopping of those first big drops hitting the glass bottom, and the smell—a thick, palpable wave of raw goodness. And my mom always ordered it "light and sweet" which was code for extra cream and sugar at Dunkin Donuts. When it went cold or the bottom was just a puddle of sugar, she'd let our dog Frankie lick it up right out of the cup. I'll never forget him—a miniature dachshund— lying on the armrest of our couch and having the sweet remains all over his whiskers when he was done. He lived until he was 18 years old and I swear it was the coffee that kept him running all those years.

My husband's childhood home had quiet mornings with coffee and conversation. And whenever someone came over or we arrived somewhere as a guest, there was coffee to be had. When we gathered at my sister's house after our father died, we all had a cup of coffee to wrap our hands around, even though I didn't even drink it back then. I certainly did that day, and all the ones that followed. Even into my first pregnancy (decaf, of course), I have a glowing memory of my husband walking into our hospital room, eyes squinty from a mask-hidden smile, holding our lattes. He was a dad, and me—a mom. We needed coffee.

No matter where any of us go or what paths we take when we set out on our day or lives, coffee is something that brings us together for a few minutes. We gather and we fill ourselves up in more ways than we think. And I'm grateful for something that still stops all of us in our tracks.

It's a long-running joke that my generation—hello, Millennials!—is addicted to fancy cafe coffee, and I have to laugh because maybe it's true. Yeah, I probably pay upward of twelve times more than my father did in his heyday, but in the grand scheme of things, it's a small price to pay to feel a sense of slowness and warmth. And if it reminds me of togetherness, you bet you'll see me standing in line at Clyde Coffee with a happy grin.

October 2023

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A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

YMCA's Hoot & Howl Halloween Bash

On Tuesday, October 31 from 5 to 7 p.m., entertain your spooky side at the YMCA! You don't have to be a member to attend. Trick or treating, spooky activities, along with a photo booth and raffles. This event is free but there is a $1 suggested donation.

Germanfest!

Germanfest returns on Saturday, October 7 between 12 and 6 p.m. at Caras Park. The festival began in 1993 with a Pledge of Friendship signed between Missoula and Neckargemünd by their mayors at the time. Since then, nearly 500 Neckargemünd high school students have come to Missoula, while students who call the Garden City home have had a chance to spend several months in its southern Germany counterpart.

Fall Harvest Festival

On Sunday, October 1 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., make your way over to the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula for apple pressing, crafts and activities, historic building tours, food trucks, mini horses, and more!

Photography Erika Spaulding

Scarecrow Festival

Up for a little drive to Stevensville, the historic town where Montana began? Each year the Scarecrow Festival draws big crowds of locals and visitors alike to walk along a lighted path where scarecrows built by local businesses are on display. Cast a vote for your favorites!

River Road Farm Tour

Led by Garden City Harvest's Executive Director, this farm tour is only an hour long and rich with information and experience. Listen to stories, lessons learned, and take plenty of inspiration home with you on Wednesday, October 11 from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Garden City Harvest office and River Road Farmstead located at 1657 River Road.

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Missoula Climate Ride

Come ride for a greener future on Sunday, October 1 at 10 a.m.! All ages are welcomed and there are three different routes to choose from. This year there will be a family-friendly Climate Protector Ride, which is a short option for this event. Kids and adults are invited to wear superhero capes and bright costumes. Visit ClimateRide.Org for more information on starting location and to register.

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Lassoing Missoula's Mobile Mouthfuls!

Food + Beverage Truck Roundup

ARTICLE BY EMMA TROTTER PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIKA SPAULDING

When we think of Missoula’s Out to Lunch, Downtown ToNight, or the Clark Fork River Market (every Saturday through October 29!), we tend to get hyped up for the mobile food and beverage scene.

Kebabs sizzle at Madeline’s Mediterranean and the smell of chicken karaage wafts from Aiko’s. Or, if you’d rather sip and stroll, Bamboo Bar has you covered. River City Eats churns out sliders and fries, or turn up the heat at M-80 Chicken. For dessert, Qatayef and Big Dipper’s Coneboy are just steps away at any given community get-together.

Luckily for us, these trucks and trailers bring diverse options right to our favorite festivals, markets, and just about every social atmosphere. If you’ve ever gratefully devoured a meal from a food truck outside one of Missoula’s many breweries, you know intimately that they have a knack for being in the right place at the right time. And don’t fret—these wheels and wagons carry on through the seasons, which is why we’re offering a spotlight of our staff favorites. For a convenient mapping of all available mobile options on any given day, follow Food Truck Locator on Facebook or Instagram.

Bamboo Bar + The Pour Pony

KNOWN FOR: Tiki drinks, good times

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market, Midtown Block Party WEBSITE: bamboomontana.com

Big Thai Country

KNOWN FOR: Pad Thai and curries

FIND AT: Draught Works, Great Burn WEBSITE: bigthaicountry.com/menu

Crispy’s Wing Wagon

KNOWN FOR: Wings. Lots of wings.

FIND AT: Cranky Sam’s, Draught Works, Imagine Nation, Kettlehouse, The Rhino WEBSITE: crispyswingwagon.com

Dreamy’s Soft Serve

KNOWN FOR: Ice cream

FIND AT: Hemp Fest, Out to Lunch, Silver Park WEBSITE: dreamyssoftserve.com

Exploring my new home by writing about it. Lawyer, adjunct professor, wife, and mom of two. Find me on the trails!

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The Pour Pony

Kamoon

KNOWN FOR: Arabian food like falafel and dolma

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market, Downtown Tonight

WEBSITE: facebook.com/ kamoonarabiancuisine

M-80 Chicken

KNOWN FOR: Nashville-style hot chicken

FIND AT: Downtown Tonight, Kettlehouse, Missoula Pride Block Party, Northwest Margarita Fest, Out to Lunch

WEBSITE: m80chicken.com

Madeline’s Mediterranean

KNOWN FOR: Kebab and falafel

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market, Downtown Tonight, Draught Works, Missoula MADE Fair WEBSITE: lm-eats.com/ madelines-mediterranean

TOP: Madeline’s Mediterranean BOTTOM: M-80 Chicken

Mexican Moose

KNOWN FOR: Tacos and burritos

FIND AT: Cranky Sam’s, Midtown Block Party, Missoula Pride Block Party, Northwest Margarita Fest

WEBSITE: ordermexicanmoosemissoula foodtruck.com

Mountain Berry Bowls

KNOWN FOR: Dairy-free smoothie plus gluten free granola, fruit, and toppings

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market, Dornblaser Field, Downtown Tonight, Hometree

WEBSITE: mountainberrybowls.com

TOP: Madeline’s Mediterranean RIGHT & LEFT: Mexican Moose

Pattie Wagon

KNOWN FOR: Burgers, pulled pork nachos, poutine

FIND AT: 4th at the Fort, Clark Fork River Market, Downtown Tonight

WEBSITE: thepattiewagon.com

Ragheef

KNOWN FOR: Flatbread

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market, Downtown Tonight, Midtown Block Party, Out to Lunch

WEBSITE: facebook.com/ RagheefBread

River City Eats

KNOWN FOR: Sliders and fries

FIND AT: Missoula MADE Fair, Missoula Pride Block Party, Out to Lunch

WEBSITE: rivercityeats.net

Servin’ Thyme

KNOWN FOR: Sliders, nachos, rice bowls, and croffles

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market, Cranky Sam’s, Downtown Tonight, Draught Works, Kettlehouse

WEBSITE: instagram.com/ meal_thyme_missoula

TOP & BOTTOM: Pattie Wagon

Stuffed 406

KNOWN FOR: Donuts stuffed with ice cream plus toppings

FIND AT: Bitterroot Flower Shop, Downtown Tonight, Out to Lunch, Northwest Margarita Fest

WEBSITE: stuffed406.com

Wok-ee Mountain

KNOWN FOR: Thai and Chinese

FIND AT: Clark Fork River Market

WEBSITE: facebook.com/wokeemountain

TOP: River City Eats

RIGHT & LEFT: Servin’ Thyme

TOP: River City Eats

BOTTOM: Servin’ Thyme

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Doug gave me my life back. I am seeing the world through whole new eyes. I am a better Mom, a happier wife and I look forward to each and every day ahead of me because I know I am in a great place. And no matter what is put in front of me now, I am able to handle it.

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THE FLAVOR OF FALL

Apples are the trademark fruit of fall, and with the many varieties to choose from, there is an apple that is sure to please any palate. They can be included in both sweet and savory dishes and are delicious and incredibly healthful. We all have heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While they aren’t a cure-all, apples are packed full of polyphenols, antioxidants, vitamin C, B vitamins and fiber. Make the most of autumn’s best produce and the flavors of fall with these simple recipes.

APPLE GALETTE WITH CARAMEL DRIZZLE

Easier than pie but with all the same textures, this gooey warm dessert is sure to please. For simplicity, this can be made with a premade crust.

INGREDIENTS:

Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups flour

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cubed

• 1/4 cup iced cold water

Filling:

• 2 apples, peeled and sliced into thin slices

• 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar

• 1 1/2 tablespoons flour

• 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• Caramel sauce

• Optional: 1/4 chopped walnuts or pecans

INSTRUCTIONS:

Crust:

(Note: If running short on time, store bought crust works great, too.)

Mix flour, salt and sugar together in a bowl. Cut in the butter. Add water and mix until moistened. Lightly knead the dough and then form into a ball. Next, flatten dough into a thick circular form and refrigerate for one hour.

Filling: Mix the apples, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar together in a bowl.

Assemble and Bake:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the dough into a circle and set on parchment paper. Arrange apples in center of dough, leaving about one inch of space for the edges. Fold crust over the apples and press to seal edges. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with pecans or walnuts. Bake for 35 minutes. Serve with caramel sauce and ice-cream.

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY JANIE JONES

ELEVATED GRILLED CHEESE

This take on the classic grilled cheese is sure to satisfy your fall cravings. With the combined flavors of savory and sweet, it packs a punch for your taste buds.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/4 red onion, sliced

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Sliced sourdough bread

• 1-2 tablespoons butter

• 4 ounces Brie, sliced

• Fig jam, or preferred choice of jam

• 1 Granny smith apple, sliced

• Arugula

• Thinly sliced ham, optional

INSTRUCTIONS:

Heat olive oil in the skillet and add sliced onions. Cook for a few minutes and then add brown sugar. Sauté until soft. Set aside. Butter the outside of the sourdough bread. Next, spread jam on the inside of both slices. Add cheese, apples, onions and arugula. If using meat, add as well. Top with slice of bread and grill on skillet until both sides are toasted and cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy!

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Feed Your Soul

Food is exciting to cook, and satisfying to eat but is it enjoyable to read? Novels where food is prominently featured can be a veritable feast for the eyes. Food imagery, also called gustatory imagery, adds depth to a novel, providing a springboard for all kinds of descriptive and symbolic language. Different dishes can transport a reader to new regions of the world, reveal a character’s culture, or symbolically deepen the meaning of a text. So, dive into this list of autumn reads and don’t forget to save room for seconds.

Fall in love with food-centric fiction

ARTICLE BY HANNAH BARRICKS

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The School of Essential Ingredients

by Erica Bauermeister by Timothy Taylor

True crime fans and foodies alike will enjoy this beautifully written novel. The novel follows a Vancouver based chef, Jeremy Papier and his failing bistro. As Papier tries to hold his dreams together, his homeless father drags him into a real-life, 1940’s “cold case” investigation. The novel mindfully uses the investigation as well as Papier’s commitment to locally grown foods to pay tribute to Vancouver’s landscape and history.

Love is in the air at this Monday night cooking school. The novel follows a cast of hapless students as they are instructed in both the kitchen and in life by the school’s owner, Lillian. Lillian is the group’s fairy godmother as she hands out morsels of advice and challenges the students with advanced recipes. A cozy read, be prepared to fall in love with the decadence of the school’s dishes as well as the sweet message that lingers long after you put down the book.

A Moveable Feast

by Ernest Hemingway

Published after his untimely death, A Moveable Feast is Hemingway’s memoir. A love letter to 1920’s Paris and the literary movement, Hemingway charters the reader through his early years there, one cafe at a time. Along the way, familiar characters like Gertrude Stein and F. Scott Fitzgerald float in and out. This no-frills prose will stick to your ribs and leave you satisfied.

The Sol Majestic

by Ferrett Steinmetz

If you love science fiction, this big-hearted, culinary space opera is sure to hit the spot. The story follows impoverished Kenna, an aspiring guru who hungrily wanders the cosmos until he wins dinner at the galaxy’s most renowned restaurant, The Sol Majestic. A novel that is both fun and thought provoking, Steinmetz uses striking food imagery to explore what truly excites the spirit.

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Quality Community AND

For four years, Missoula foodies raved about the “Wally & Buck Burger.” Back then, to find it you had to follow the smell of sizzling beef coming from a retrofitted camper parked in the side lot of Kettlehouse Brewing. Inevitably, after taste buds had been tantalized and stomachs settled into contented bliss, the next question became: Who are Wally and Buck? The title comes from a combination of the last names of owners Travis Walnum and Kelsey Buckley, a local couple with a love for quality and community.

In 2019, after working out of their camper for four years, Travis and Kelsey opened the Wally & Buck restaurant. Located across from the old Missoula Public Library and a stone’s throw from the new location, Wally & Buck was the first business to move into the commercial block on East Front Street. From outdoor seating to the indoor space, the restaurant’s look and feel is Missoula modern, accessorized with tradition and story. In the seating area, a large Red Angus cowhide covers one wall. “When we had our food truck, we served that entire animal,” said Travis.

Transitioning from a food truck to brick and mortar wasn’t a huge stretch—thanks to Travis’s extensive background in the culinary

industry. “I’ve had many years of experience in restaurants, going back to my teens when I scooped muffin batter and washed dishes,” he said. “I just swam upstream from there. Every new opportunity kept me going.”

When it came time to build the menu, Travis and Kelsey stayed true to their vision of making the best burger in Missoula. “We decided from the very start to hyper-focus on one thing, to do one thing and do it well,” said Kelsey. The star of the menu is The Wally—a 10-finger burger with a flirt of bacon jam. The Wally is grilled “smash-style” with a quarter-pound ball placed on the grill (instead of a flat patty). This technique does a better job of locking in the juices. “It’s a nod to the classic, drive-thru style burgers with a culinary twist,” said Travis.

They understand that Missoulians know local, so Travis and Kelsey make every effort to ensure their ingredients are sourced in ways that maximize both sustainability and economic impact. “Local and sustainable are prerequisites for everything we source,” Kelsey said. “Because our customers are so educated about local, healthy food, they can see the quality without us needing to explain it. When we’re considering our items, we try to make decisions that support area suppliers and respect the environment. For our burgers, we use Oxbow beef out of Missoula. They practice regenerative farming and their values align with ours.” Even the drink selection meets those higher standards. “When we’re choosing the drink menu,” said Travis, “we consider the carbon footprint of trucking beers from all over the country. So, we’ve decided to offer

A SMASHING GOOD TIME

• 319 East Front Street

• 406.549.8157

• WallyAndBuck.com

• Facebook: Wally & Buck

• Instagram: @WallyAndBuck

• Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday and Saturdays 4 to 9 p.m.

Fridays 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Indoor and outdoor seating are available

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