Idaho Cuisine 2011-2012

Idaho’s Premier Dining & Entertainment Guide

IDAHO

2011-2012

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RECENT RESTAURANT

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Community Spotlights

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Simple Recipes

Trinityat City Beach UNMATCHED LAKESIDE DINING

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LAKEVIEW BLVD. MEMORIAL The Festival FIELD at Sandpoint

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SANDPOINT HOPE & PRIEST AREA

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Browning

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Publisher/Editor in Chief Jeanette Dunn - jeanette@premierpub.net (208) 665-9805 Senior Editor Jillian De Lallo - jillian@premierpub.net Photography Jeanette Dunn Jenny Gaddy Brett Fontana - StudioFontanaMaria.com Sheena Dunn - ASpectactularImage.com Chris Guibert - ChrisGuibert.com Graphic Design Jenny Gaddy - jenny@premierpub.net Tom Latham Scott Lakey Web Content Devin Devine Contributers Devin Devine Carrie Scozzaro Michal Bennett Amy Oestreich Chris Harban Kathleen Toomey

© 2011-12 Idaho Cuisine a Premier Publishing publication.

Published annually by Premier Publishing, Inc., PO Box 518, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816 All content within this issue is copyrighted and no part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission of the publisher, Jeanette Dunn, Premier Publishing, Inc. All editorial material represents the views of the respective authors and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or endorsement of Premier Publishing, Inc. Every effort is made to ensure accurate information. However, the publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions and/or incorrect listing information.

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departments

TABLE OF CONTENTS >>

13 Fork-in-Cork Award Winners

North Idaho's Top-Rated Restaurants >>

14 Recent Openings

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79 FSA Community Event Calander

Discover the New Flavors in Town

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28 The Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar

Getting Better with Age >>

32 Greenbriar Inn

The Unexpected Adventure of a Lifetime

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46 G.W. Hunters Restaurant and Steakhouse

Family Friendly Dining at a Fair Price >>

52 White House Grill and Oval Office

Experience Meditteranean Flavors in Post Falls >>

58 Daanen's Delicatessen

An Everyday Oktoberfest

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66 Trinity at City Beach

Unmatched Lakeside Dining >>

74 Pilgrim's Market

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80 Get Outta Town

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82 Taste Worth A Trip

Making Small Beautiful Lisbon, Portugal

The Pearl Cafe, Missoula Montana

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featured covers

>> Trinity at City Beach, Sandpoint

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Coeur d'Alene Area Post Falls, Hauser & State Line Hayden Lake, Rathdrum & Spirit Lake Sandpoint, Hope & Priest Area

Pilgrim's Market, Coeur d'Alene

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FROM THE EDITOR

A WORD FROM THE EDITOR ...

Welcome to the world of dining and entertainment in North Idaho!

With this, our 12th Annual Idaho Cuisine, and our new supplemental Cuisine Pocket Guide, due out this fall, we offer you more ways to find what’s really special among local restaurants, local farms, specialty foods and shops, and entertainment in Idaho’s panhandle mountains.

More than ever we are able to keep you informed about the dining and entertainment scene in the Coeur d’Alene and Sandpoint areas, keeping the latest and greatest happenings magically at your fingertips. This publication is all about choices, and we are here to remind you of a few great ones.

In this issue you will find out more about Coeur d’Alene’s Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar and its new owners who are making improvements and keeping traditions; G. W. Hunters Restaurant and Steakhouse, a family style Post Falls favorite for years offering great food at an unbeatable value; Pilgrim’s Market and the small local farms making natural food choices easier than ever; Daanen’s Delicatessen’s Oktoberfest mood and food that brings the flavors of Europe closer to home; and Trinity at City Beach with that stunning lakeside mountain view and top-notch service and food, it’s a hot destination that brings diners in from all over North Idaho and the Spokane area. And just in case you want to impress your next dinner party, we offer six simple recipes from a few favorite local restaurants. You’ll soon be feeling like a world-class chef in no time.

Enjoy Idaho Cuisine … the places, people and food that you will find only in North Idaho.

We hope you enjoy our efforts, and please let our advertisers know you saw them here in the Cuisine!

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51 Where to Find Wine Tastings

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Taste and Sip North Idaho

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Stuffed Mushroom Caps Coconut-Lime Shrimp Rosemary Beef on Baguettes Monte Bistro Sandwich Salade Niçoise Field Green Summer Salad

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Family Friendly Dining with Style >>

63 Forty-One South

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71 Gourmet Way

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72 Specialty Shopping

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76 Farmers Markets

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78 Dining With A View

Ambiance and Exquisite Food Your One-Stop Specialty Shop

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Unique Store and Food Finds

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Locally Grown Goodness A Picture-Perfect Meal

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Daanen's Delicatessen, Hayden

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>> The Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar, Coeur d'Alene

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meet jillian Jillian De Lallo is a graduate of San Diego State University, where she graduated cum laude with a degree in journalism and minor in English. Originally from South Lake Tahoe, Calif., she left San Diego for Coeur d’Alene in July 2006. Within a few weeks, she was introduced to Jeanette and hired as an assistant editor. Jillian has infused Premier publications with her input and style, is instrumental in the editorial content and production now as senior editor.

meet jenny Jenny Gaddy is a graduate of Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Wash., where she graduated with honors with a double major in marketing and graphic design, and a minor in international business.

A Spokane native and knowledgeable about the dining and entertainment scene in the area, she has been an enthusiastic participant in the development of both content and design since 2010. Jenny brings her unique style to the new layout of the Idaho Cuisine in this issue.

meet sheena Sheena Dunn is an Idaho native and has been a professional photographer for 11 years, serving local schools and special community events, along with family portraits, high school seniors and weddings.

Sheena joined the Premier photography contributors in 2006 and adds her own personal flair to the food and people of our Inland Northwest dining scene.

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Cheers from all of us at the Idaho Cuisine!

Gotta find our Idaho Cuisine Fork-in-Cork Award Winners!

Just where are the local favorites? The neighborhood hangouts? Who is creating that buzz and getting enough attention to motivate our readers to go online and vote? Look no further.

You will find them here! Our unique Fork-in-Cork Award recognizes the special talents of the brightest shining stars of the culinary world right here in North Idaho. These winners present to you fine cuisine, great places to take the kids, the hot spot to make that great business deal, the ideal setting to meet a friend for lunch and so much more! Step up to the plate, pull up a chair and tip the glass; you will find a tasty destination sure to please. Cheers to a great dining (and drinking) experience. We’re sure you will find one of your favorites here, or maybe a new place to try. Bon Appetit!

Cozy Romantic Dinner for Two Fleur de Sel, Post Falls 4365 Inverness Dr. (208) 777-7600

Enjoyable for the Entire Family Ciao Mambo, Hayden 8166 N. Government Way (208) 772-9555

A Coffee Shop that Soothes the Jitters Java on Sherman, Downtown CdA 324 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-0010

The Party Place, Food or Not Iron Horse Bar and Grill, Downtown CdA 407Sherman (208) 667-7314

Meet-a-Friend-forLunch Place Syringa Japanese Café and Sushi Bar Midtown 1401 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-2718

For the Best Sandwich Anywhere Daanen’s Delicatessen, Hayden 8049 Wayne Blvd. (208) 772-7371

Power Lunch for Making Deals Bistro On Spruce, Midtown CdA 1710 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-1774

Favorite Restaurant Wine List The Wine Cellar, Downtown CdA 313 Sherman Ave. (208) 664-9463

Martini Bar that Shakes it Up 315 Restaurant, Downtown CdA 315 Wallace Ave. (208) 667-9660

For a Cocktail and a Bite to Eat The Oval Office, Post Falls 620 Spokane St. (208) 777-2102

Alive at 5! Fun Happy Hour Bardenay Restaurant and Distillery, Riverstone 1710 W. Riverstone Dr. (208) 765-1540

Best Pizza in North Idaho Capone’s Pub and Grill, Post Falls 315 Ross Point (208) 457-8020

Finest Pub Food and a Brew The Porch Public House, Hayden Lake 1658 E. Miles Ave. (208) 772-7711

When Nothing but a Place with a View Will Do Trinity at City Beach, Sandpoint 58 Bridge St. (208) 255-7558

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The Must-Try New Place on the Block The Fedora Pub and Grille, North CdA 1726 W. Kathleen Ave. (208) 765-8888

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RECENT OPENINGS FROSTED CUPCAKES

FIRE There’s definitely no shortage of new restaurants cropping up all across North Idaho; from Coeur d’Alene to Post Falls, Hayden to Sandpoint, get out and explore the new flavors the area has to offer. Here is just a sampling of some of the new favorites that have opened over the past year. See for yourself what all the excitement is about.

DOWNTOWN COEUR D'ALENE Fire Artisan Pizza It’s hot in Coeur d’Alene now that Fire has come to downtown! A new artisan pizza joint has made its way to Sherman Avenue, between Fifth and Sixth streets.

Fire Artisan Pizza owner Doug Johnson is no stranger to the restaurant business. Since moving to Coeur d’Alene 25 years ago, his experience includes working at some of the top restaurants in the area, including catering manager at Beverly’s at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, and general manager at the Hotel Lusso and former Fugazzi in Spokane.

His new endeavor is sure to heat up Downtown Coeur d’Alene. The restaurant doors opened just as we were going to press on this issue of the Cuisine, allowing us a sneak peak at the true treat we’re in for. As you walk into Fire, an urban atmosphere welcomes you. The modern, clean, contemporary look is offset by reclaimed wood walls and the fire that brings rustic, earthy elements, creating a warm and welcoming ambiance. Black and white photos adorn the walls, and the exposed pipes above add an industrial look to the place.

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The menu’s focus is pizza, but not just any pizza. First off, the pizzas you’ll find here are oblong rather than the typical symmetrical round. Along with the distinct look comes incredible taste. Pizza’s feature house-made, hand-tossed dough, topped with the best cheese—Grande cheese. Doug, kitchen manager Matt Brawner and the rest of the staff support local. The heirloom tomatoes are from a farmer in Athol, Idaho, and they try to purchase as much fresh local ingredients from local purveyors as possible, including farmers markets. Salad specials revolve around what produce the area farmers markets are offering that day or week. Daily special pies also revolve around what can be found at the markets.

We almost forgot the best part … the Woodstone oven bakes the pizzas at 800 degrees, cooking the pizzas to perfection in barely two minutes! And just in case you were wondering, they’re using revolving orchard woods.

Now you can’t have pizza without beer, right?!

No worries, Fire offers a fantastic beer and wine list. With credentials to include wine sommelier of Beverly’s for 18 years, and wine and beer buyer at Pilgrim’s Market for the past four years, Sam Lange—the premier wine expert in the Inland Northwest—is at the helm of the beer and wine line-up. You can expect nothing less than the best.

Now that you have the facts, what are you waiting for? Fire is open 11am daily, until 10pm Sunday through Thursday, midnight Friday and Saturday. Winter hours will vary a bit. Find it at 517 Sherman Ave. (208) 676-1743

Blacktop Bistro Blacktop Bistro is a Gourmet Food Truck owned and operated by married Coeur d'Alene residents, Dwight and Laurie. Dwight's delicious homemade Caramel Cinnamon Rolls with toasted pecans are a highlight of Blacktop Bistro's menu; a sweet treat for any time of day. Laurie serves gourmet tacos and salads, which include shredded beef or chicken with Laurie's homemade guacamole. Blacktop's signature taco, The Drunken Pig, is a blend of shredded pork with a Jack Daniels hoisin sauce, topped with feta and veggies. At the Saturday and Wednesday Farmers Markets, they feature a special taco, which could be Greek, Asian, Moroccan or Tequila Chicken. Blacktop Bistro can be found Saturday at the Hayden Farmers' Market, Wednesday at the Coeur d’Alene Farmers Market and the Sunday Market at Sixth and Sherman. Blacktop Bistro is available for special events and catering, too. They’re a welcome addition to the local street scene.

(208) 964-6528

Seasons of Coeur d’Alene Many Coeur d’Alene Brewing Co. fans were sad to see it leave Downtown Coeur d’Alene, but there’s something new at the corner of Lakeside and Second … Seasons of Coeur d’Alene Fresh Grill and Bar. Owner Don “Pepper” Smock gutted the building, expanded the dining space and gave it a new, fresh look indoors in addition to great curb-side appeal.

The menu is seasonally inspired, thus the name.

Open for lunch and dinner, you’ll find a Fresh Menu which is updated with seasonal specials, lunch items such as the Pepper Cristo, and dinner choices such as the Peppered Bistro Steak. 209 Lakeside Ave. (208) 664-8008

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TITO'S WINE SHOP

CRICKET'S

THE WINE CELLAR

Splash

Tito’s Italian Grille and Wine Shop

Frosted Cupcakes

Bringing a new breed of nightlife to Downtown Coeur d’Alene, Splash Nightclub has become one of the latest and most popular attractions in the late-night scene. Splash offers a colorful array of DJs, live music, go-go dancers and more so a dance floor, hightech lighting and sound, and a stage, for an exhilarating and contemporary experience.

Found on Sherman Avenue near the corner of Second Street, it is impossible to miss the garage-style doors that open up to the sidewalk, perfect to enjoy a cocktail and food outdoors in the summer. They also offer their menu and drinks in VIP seating indoors. Splash is open almost all day, every day from 11am to 2am. 210 Sherman Ave. (208) 765-4000

Jim Barrett, who we all know and love from Beverly’s, and most recently of Black Rock, has returned to the Coeur d’Alene Resort once again as the executive chef of Tito’s Italian Grille and Wine Shop. This restaurant presents authentic Italian cuisine in an entertaining, sexy, fun and conceptual experience that is completely new to our region. The wine shop gives diners the opportunity to pick out their favorite bottle of wine, and then meander to their table, allowing you to pay grocery store retail prices plus a small corkage fee. This makes it affordable, fun and informational.

Tito’s also offers Coeur d’Alene’s oldest brick oven, specialty sourced ingredients and outdoor sidewalk and patio seating on Sherman, as well as a trendy lounge.

210 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-2782

Frosted is a happy and hip 1950s flavored shop, with checkerboard floors, Audrey blue walls, and a smile on every face. Stop on by to meet owners Jennifer Tarr and Daria Brown, who are now the self-dubbed "Cupcake Ladies.”

They are named rightly so with 30 different cupcakes with daily rotating specials available.

Open 9am Tuesday through Saturday until the last cupcake sells, they also offer locally made Italian-inspired gelato form their “gelato angels” with flavors such Blackberry Cheesecake and classics like Strawberry Stracciatella. They also offer wholesale options, custom cupcakes for events such as weddings and graduations, and even offer nationwide delivery. Frosted is located on the corner of Fifth and Sherman downstairs in Old City Hall.

424 Sherman Ave. (208) 292-4444

The Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar

Grille from Ipanema Brazilian Steakhouse

Cricket's Downtown Bar and Grill Since April, new owners Rico and Bob Ciccone have had brother Frank Ciccone create a completely new Italian family influenced menu for Cricket’s, but don’t worry, the food is still of traditional family variety with everything from their delicious oysters, house-made mozzarella sticks, fresh salads, thick deli sandwiches, hot meatball sandwich and even a few upscale options such as the Port Rib Eye. Not to mention their drinks will have your jaw dropping, from the full decked-out and garnished Bloody Mary to the puckering bright green Cricket Cooler. Cricket’s is definitely getting back to the basics with its simple and delicious homemade food made with fresh ingredients, great drinks and friendly faces. 424 Sherman Ave. (208) 765-1990

This downtown staple is under new ownership! Things may seem a little different at The Wine Cellar, but don’t worry. New owners Tom and Patricia Power have been making improvements to the already wellknow and loved Wine Cellar—not changing it. Its wine cellar, menu and atmosphere have all gotten a face lift and are sure to keep longstanding customers happy along with new customers impressed. Read more about The Wine Cellar in their feature, The Atmosphere, the Music, the Wine and the Food … All Getting Better with Age, starting on page 28.

313 Sherman Ave. (208) 664-9463

The Grille from Ipanema, a Brazilian Steakhouse that opened its doors in April 2011, is an experience within itself. Offering a traditional Brazilian-style of dining known as churrasco, waiters move from table to table, offering you and tempting you with various meats on skewers, which are all roasted over mesquite coals in a pit. These gauchos come equipped with knives to slice portions onto your plate (and friendly smiles too!). They ask you to come in hungry for either lunch or dinner, but they suggest coming in on a weekend night to get to the full experience of the churrasco. 601 Front Ave. (208) 676-1122

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RECENT OPENINGS Dangerous Dog

Hogfish Bar and Grill

Lemongrass French Asian Cuisine

The Dangerous Dog is here to offer you delicious and unique gourmet sausage, even as late as 3am Friday and Saturday night. The menu offers 22 different types of hotdogs and sausages including 12 all-beef hotdogs with everything from the Dangerous Dog and the Pac Northwest to the Blue Demon, as well as their Serious Sausage, which offers the nationwide company’s specialty sausages prepared like gourmet meals. Don’t forget to check out the Around the World in 80 Dogs, a menu offering an international array of authentic sausages and hotdogs from as far as Argentina and India. 108 N. Fourth St. (208) 819-0011

The new Hogfish Bar and Grill is a great new hangout for locals featuring a full bar, live music, karaoke, video games, billiards and more. This place is for those 21 and older looking for a laid-back good time.

1920 E. Sherman Ave. (208) 667-1896

Takara will be greatly missed, the new Lemongrass is cooking up a fresh new Asianstyle offering downtown. Owners David and Diane Torres and owner/chef David Tran have brightened up the space with paint and décor that suit the mood and the fresh distinction of the food. French Asian you ask?

The French occupied Vietnam for nearly a century. They left traces of French influences in architecture, the railway system, the alphabet and of course on the cuisine of Vietnam. Now in Coeur d'Alene, Dave and Chef David bring the flavorful Vietnamese and French-Asian fusion dishes to North Idaho. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and they have assured us that the rotating menu of seasonal and fresh dishes will also have some consistency that will keep patrons coming back for more ... and will take your taste buds on a journey that started centuries ago. The dining room seats more than 50, with a little more than a dozen seats at the bar and five private dining rooms.

309 Lakeside Ave. (208) 765-9777

Sweet B Cupcakes Where better to go then Sweet B Cupcakes, behind Scratch, for your perfect sweet treat and to find the smiling bubbly face of owner Shawna Leonard, who does all of the baking herself, each and every night. The adorable little shop of pink and polka dots is anything but just frills and fluff. Their cupcakes mean serious business, as Shawna sells out almost daily.

Not that it’s any surprise with their unique flavors such as Mojito, White Chocolate Lavender and their freshly toasted Smore cupcake. Not to mention their Good Morning Cupcake was voted as the People’s Choice Winner in the Coeur d’Alene Chocolate Affair.

501 Sherman Ave. (208) 704-2506

Franklin’s Hoagies Franklin’s has been just four blocks north of downtown, on the corner of Wallace and Fourth, for nearly three decades and has been known as the best place to find the original Philly Steak Sandwich in Coeur d’Alene, and that isn’t changing with the new ownership.

The new team has come together investing time, money and effort to get it off the ground again. The food is good and more importantly simple, from the fresh baked bread used in their hoagies, to the homemade soup and gravy, the food is filling and affordable.

Pairing a spacious outdoor deck with a classic diner-style interior, offering the flat grill right up front with bar seating, you would never know in this warm feel-good atmosphere that it was once a gas station. Experience the classic Franklin’s Hoagies for the same recipes we all know and love. 501 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-3998

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North Coeur d’Alene Chef ’s Heaven Greeted by a welcoming committee of friendly and fluffy Shih tzu, Chloe and Missy, Chef ’s Heaven offers a serene shopping environment with genuine antique stoves and cookware scattered throughout the maple and dark evergreen interior. As you walk through aisles of books, culinary tools, stainless steel, Fiesta cookware, both Messermeister and Keosarah knives, you realize that everything Chef ’s Heaven has to offer is for play time in the kitchen. They even offer specialty coffees such as whole bean Doma, and they carry The Republic of Tea as well. Don’t see what you are looking for?

They will find it and special order it for you.

6848 N. Government Way (208) 635-5613

RECENT OPENINGS Fedora Pub and Grill Inside Fedora’s dapper, svelte, sleek interior, you’ll find yourself raving about the fresh all-American cuisine. Making simple dishes, all from scratch, with in-house sauces, is orchestrated by Head Chef Brad Case. They offer a daily rotation of beers and a weekly rotation of menu specials. Not to mention live entertainment from local artists, happy hours left and right, and a supportive community heart. From pancake feeds to Relay for Life, Toys for Tots, and Veteran’s treated royally on Memorial Day, the staff and owners at Fedora have got it all. They also host banquets and personalize the menu just for your event! 1726 W. Kathleen Ave. (208) 765-8888

Top This! Frozen Yogurt Coeur d’Alene finally joined in the self serve “froyo” craze with the opening of Top This Self Serve Frozen Yogurt and Treats. With an unlimited amount of yogurt and toppings in the create-your-own dessert experience many have come to want, Top This! is perfect for those who crave a healthy alternative for their sweet tooth. Using PrioBiotic Yogurt, which is tasty, creamy and Kosher dairy certified, they have all the healthy options including non fat, gluten free, low in sugar or no sugar at all.

With more than 15 daily flavor combinations and 65 toppings, you are sure to create a dessert masterpiece. Not to mention the staff is friendly, and the interior and music are contemporary and fun. They’re open 10am to 11pm daily! 202 W. Ironwood Dr. (208) 676-1199

LEMONGRASS

Riverstone

Ts'elusm Steakhouse at Coeur d’Alene Casino (Worley)

Ugly Fish Asian Bistro

With Chef Adam Hegsted, you know you’re bound for food greatness. On the menu: USDA Prime Prime beef, char-grilled at 850 degrees using applewood seasoned with mesquite, Colombia River Steelhead, Salmon creek Pork Sirloin and fresh clams from Washington coast, all accompanied by locally grown vegetables from neighboring farms. And, the wine list is superb. Ts’elusm is open 4 to 10pm Sunday through Thursday, until 11pm Friday and Saturday. 37914 S. Nukwalqw (800) 523-2464

Joining the hip community budding within Riverstone is the latest restaurant owned by Bin Sun of Liberty Lake’s Ding How and Spokane’s Ginger Asian Bistro, in a wonderful play on words is the Ugly Fish Asian Bistro. Spacious, with more than 100 seats, they offer a unique dining experience in their 5,000-square-foot restaurant, offering both traditional and creative sushi, with dishes such as Peking Roasted Duck, Bento Boxes, and special and signature sushi rolls.

It’s a little something for everyone offered in an atmosphere that you can’t get enough of. Catch some of the freshest sushi in Coeur d’Alene any Tuesday through Sunday at the Ugly Fish. 1927 W. Riverstone Dr. (208) 667-6389

Shugar Shack Chocolatier North Idaho has found itself now graced with our own personal Willy Wonka; a chocolatier to call our very own, Susann Marino. A certified confectioner, you can expect to find a haven of sweet treats, candies and pastries; everything ranging from cupcakes, Chocolate Pretzels, Huga-Lumps, Almond Bark and truffles, to gelato and sorbetto, and coffee, too.

Marino uses 95 percent pure chocolate imported from the Ivory Coast, and remember, chocolate has health benefits, too! 2384 N. Old Mill Loop (208) 664-8181

Hn'ya'(pqi'n'n, A Gathering Place at Coeur d’Alene Casino (Worley) One look at the menu and your mouth starts watering. The "street food" fare ranges from the House-made Soft Pretzel topped with seas salt and served with Tillamook white cheddar, Wallace Brewery Honey Ale sauce and grain mustard. How about the Burger Flight, where you can sample a mini puburger, mini kobeburger and mini lamburger? If duck is more your style, they offer a Chinatown Maple Leaf Farms Duck Burger, with fresh ground duck, Szechuan pepper, topped with wok-fried shiitake, kimchi-cabbage slaw, served on a sweet roll. This is definitely a place you should gather with friends and family! 37914 S. Nukwalqw (800) 523-2464

Post Falls The Coffee Cottage This sweet little café offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere and great coffee! The small deck is available for diners in the summer months, and the fireplace adds warmth in the cold winter.

There’s even a drive-through window for those on the go. 1121 N. Spokane St. (208) 262-9097

VITALIFE ENERGY SPA AND CAFE

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RECENT OPENINGS Hayden CJ's Family Restaurant and Lounge We don't know much about them, but we've heard it's a great addition to Rathdrum, so check it out for yourselves and let us know what you think!

They even host open jam sessions Sunday, with karaoke Wednesday and Friday night. Fun! 14853 W. Highway 53 (208) 687-6261

The Copa Restaurant, Martini Bar and Fine Wines This place just opened, and they’re still adjusting the menu, but it’s a classy, sophisticated joint, fit for a former senator. Oh wait, that’s right! The owner is a retired state senator! How ironic. The menu is simple with delectable appetizers, soups and salads. 9265 N. Government Way (208) 635-5534

Sandpoint and Priest Area Forty-One South Forty-One South in Sandpoint, formerly 41 South, may only be a syntax change in name but don’t let that deceive you. New owners Cassandra Cayson and Jeremy Heidel have not skipped a beat since taking over November of last year. This North Idaho rustic lodge sitting on Lake Pend

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Oreille has three new terraces for dining and cocktails, in addition to their traditional fireplacelit inside dining room and wisteria-covered deck, and now a boater's take-out menu. Just call ahead and food will be delivered to the restaurant boat docks. Read more about Forty-One South on page 63. Sagle, 41 Lakeshore Dr. (208) 265-2000

Vitalife Energy Spa, Café and Smoothie Bar The Vitalife staff believes that you are what you eat, so they only use the freshest organic ingredients to make their food. Enjoy made-toorder wraps, sandwiches and salads, or try one of their delicious whole fruit smoothies. Start your day the Vitalife Way with delicious breakfast options and a full-service espresso bar featuring organic Doma coffee. They’ve got something for everyone, whether it’s the flavorful Chicken Rancher Wrap with house-made hot ranch dressing, or a colorful Vegetarian Rice Bowl loaded with veggies and topped with Vitalife’s very own salsa, enjoy a taste experience like no other.

And consider yourself forewarned …the Kale Chips may be habit forming!

You’ll get more than just great food at Vitalife; you can relax and revitalize on a cellular level in their state-of-the-art Energy Spa. Find Vitalife in Priest River. They are open daily, and they even offer local deliveries, to-go orders and can cater your next event! Priest River, 119 Main St. (208) 448-1444

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Ivano's Del Lago at Beyond Hope Resort Ivano's Del Lago at Beyond Hope Resort on Lake Pend Oreille is a summer extension of awardwinning Ivano's Italian Ristorante in Downtown Sandpoint. Guests enjoy weekly deck festivities of jazz, blues, 50's swing—even a deer or two show up on the expansive waterfront lawn. Every Sunday from 4 to 8pm is a free concert. Nothing on the dinner menu is more then $20 (except for some specials) or more than $10 on the lunch menu. Groups are welcome and special benefit functions are easily accommodated. Boat in and dock at the marina next door or drive Hwy 200 East from Sandpoint to Hope Peninsula. Hope, 1267 Peninsula Rd. (208) 263-0211

Sweet Lou’s Take an old-time boat repair shop sitting right over the lake's edge and refurbish it for serving good all-American comfort food. That's just what husband-and-wife team Chad and Meggie Foust have done at the north end of Lake Pend Oreille. Open since April 2011, this is the place to stop whether you're spending a day on the lake, traveling scenic Highway 200 or a local just looking for exceptional good food. Yearround access with All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Tuesdays, and Jumbo Wings-and-Drink Combo Wednesdays; groups welcome. Read more fun details about Sweet Lou’s on page 68. Hope, 46624 Hwy 200 East (208) 264-5999

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On Your Way To Play On Lake Pend Oreille Be Sure To Stop At The View Cafe Serving Happy Customers Since 1952 OPEN EVERY DAY 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Halfway between Athol and Sandpoint, ID 462109 US-95, Cocolalla, ID 83813 Dufort Rd.

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FISHERMAN’S MARKET

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UNIVERSITY DISTRICT

COEUR D'ALENE “Cookery is not chemistry.

It is an art. It requires instinct and taste rather than exact measurements.” ~ Chef Marcel Boulestin

GRILL & SUSHI BAR

Enjoy The Freshest Seafood In Town When you first enter Fisherman’s Market, Grill and Sushi Bar, you feel like you’ve been transported to the Pike Street Market in Seattle.

Conveniently located at 215 W. Kathleen Ave. makes Fisherman’s Market the easy and smart choice for finding high-quality seafood; sure beats a drive to the coast! This is the only place in Coeur d’Alene where you can sit down, enjoy a fresh seafood meal with a cold glass of beer or wine, and then bring home the freshest seafood and prepare it at home for yourself or a dinner party later. A huge glass cooler displays the wide selection of wild-caught fish and shellfish on ice. Restaurant menu items feature fresh catches, and among the most popular are fish tacos and the crowd-pleasing sellout, the Coconut Crusted Snapper special. From calamari and eel to salmon, tuna and shellfish, Fisherman’s Market has it all. Shop, dine and take out, all at Fisherman’s Market.

With their full sushi bar, the freshest wild-caught fish at the counter has drawn fans from around North Idaho offering a quick

sushi lunch, perfect on a shopping excursion or during a busy work day. The sushi menu has all the regular favorites and a few local creations such as the Idaho roll—containing salmon, green onion, avocado and cucumber. The popular Mango Fandango roll is not just any rice and fish rolled together; it comes with escolar, mango, cream cheese, sweet potatoes, green onions and tempura crunchies topped with a citrus sauce. Not only can you enjoy sushi in the restaurant, but you can call ahead and have them build a custom platter to take home as well!

Skip the six-hour drive to Seattle and enjoy the same fresh fish right in town. Stop by the Fisherman’s Market, Grill and Sushi Bar to fulfill your seafood and sushi fix!

215 W. Kathleen Ave. #A ~ (208) 664-4800 FishermansMarketCdA.com

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

COEUR D’ALENE

BARDENAY

LAKE CDA WATERFRONT No longer just a small lake town in the mountains, Coeur d’Alene has evolved as an ever-growing community, with big-city cuisine, hip and happening night spots, coffee-shop culture, unique shopping finds, fine art galleries and picturesque real-estate developments with scenes ranging from quaint historic neighborhoods to suburban and luxury lifestyles! One taste of Coeur d’Alene and you’ll want more.

Downtown

With the lake just walking distance away, some find it hard to stray from the downtown scene. Visitors and locals alike will find culinary delights from Sherman Avenue to Lakeside, Northwest Boulevard to Eighth Street—a world of flavors with everything from Pan-Asian, American and Italian, to Greek, Vietnamese and more! Fire is the new artisan pizza joint on Sherman between Fifth and Sixth streets, and they’re firing up some fabulous pizzas; worth the visit any time of day.

Takara has been replaced with the freshness of Lemongrass French Asian Cuisine, and the beloved Coeur d’Alene Brewing Co. with Seasons. Tito’s has been given a breath of life with the return of Chef Jim Barrett. The local iconic restaurant The Wine Cellar is better than ever thanks to its new owners and improvements. This bistro and wine bar is the place for a great bite, superb wine list and live jazz.

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The morning scene is casual, and coffee shops are filled with the aroma of fresh brewed Joe. With Bakery by The Lake on Front and Seventh, Java on Sherman at Fourth Street and Calypsos on Lakeside, there are plenty of morning wake-up calls downtown. And … sweet treats! Two cupcake shops debuted this year: Sweet B’s and Frosted.

Perfect for the family are Cricket’s, and Dockside at the Coeur d’Alene Resort. And there’s the infamous Hudson’s Hamburgers, where the line’s always long but worth the wait for that perfect Hudson burger and a slice of pie (no French fries here!). Downtown is sprinkled with the additional flavors of Scratch Restaurant, Iron Horse, Canton, Bonsai Bistro, Beacon Bar and Grill, and the award-winning Beverly’s at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, offering some of the most impressive lake-view dining in downtown. And Cedars Floating Restaurant offers true on-the-lake dining.

Coeur d’Alene Cellar’s Barrel Room No. 6 can be found between Fifth and Sixth, and 315 on Wallace just a few short blocks from Sherman offers one of the area's biggest and best martini lists, along with great food and live music.

You’ll discover that the nightlife scene is definitely a happening one, as there are a number of bars and nightclubs to enjoy. The Moose Lounge is an ideal place to relax and unwind, with live music offered weekend.

The longstanding and popular Iron Horse is a must, offering a great time no matter the time of day! There’s also the nightclub Icon and the new Splash, all on Sherman Avenue.

Downtown shoppers can choose from a wide range of specialty foods. The local Coeur d’Alene Olive Oil Co. offers custom olive oils and dips, along with other specialty items. Coeur d’Alene Chocolates has now opened in the Sherman Plaza between Fourth and Fifth streets. During the summer months, explore downtown on Wednesday for the local Farmers Market, and the Sunday Market on Sixth Street.

Art events include The Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre, held at the Schuler Performing Arts Center on the North Idaho College campus, Summer Concerts in the City Park Sundays and at Sherman Square Tuesdays. Art Walks are held the second Friday of the month April through December, and Music Walks the fourth Friday each month January through April. Annual noteto-be-missed events include Car d’Lane, the Ford Ironman Triathlon, Art on the Green and the Christmas Parade and Light Show, as well as the beautiful fireworks display over Lake Coeur d’Alene each Fourth of July.

Sophistication lurks around every corner, with a multitude of art galleries and boutiques. You will also find those hot spots for mingling with friends and live music at many venues.

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East Side

Riverstone

Just a short drive east on Sherman Avenue will bring you to another restaurant scene with Jimmy D’s and Moon Time. The new Hogfish Bar and Grill is a great new hangout catering to locals. Go a bit further to Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive, and that’s where you will find Michael D’s Eatery, The Beachouse and Tony’s on the Lake. If you go by boat, just look for the blinking arrow to easily find Tony’s, one of the most popular dining-witha-view spots on the lake.

Now, more than ever, Coeur d’Alene is flourishing with beauty, style and taste. The Village at Riverstone is a luxury development near the intersection of I-90 and Northwest Boulevard at Exit #11 in Coeur d’Alene. It’s a great place to wine, dine and shop. Here you’ll find Regal Cinemas, surrounded by nearby restaurants eager to entertain you as well: Azteca Mexican Grill, The Mill, Bardenay Restaurant and Distillery, and the new Ugly Fish, as well as sweet delights such as Shugar Shack and Coldstone. Thursday evenings, concerts fill the air with festive sounds in summer, and the Idaho Centennial Trails runs through it, just as the Spokane River does.

Midtown

If you want to unearth the unique in Coeur d’Alene, see the sights and taste the flavors of midtown, only six blocks from downtown. With its beautification project, the neighborhood is walk-able and more charming than ever. Here you will also find casual fine dining at Angelo’s Ristorante, Syringa and Bistro on Spruce. Breakfast places include Franklin’s, The Garnet and Breakfast Nook, and the local neighborhood pubs include Capone’s Pub and Grill, Kelly’s Irish Pub and Bo Jack’s Pub and Grille. The local natural foods store Pilgrim’s Market now occupies most of the block it sits on and offers everything for the health enthusiast including seminars, tastings and a new shopping service, Gourmet Coeur d’Alene.

This area is overflowing with happy diners, healthy eaters and thrift-store shoppers.

North

Family dining is the scene north of I-90 in Coeur d’Alene. Here you are sure to find your favorite franchise restaurants and every fast food imaginable lined up along Highway 95 or Appleway. Family favorites include MacKenzie River Pizza Co., Tomato Street and Café Chulo. Don’t forget about the new Fedora Pub and Grille, a welcome addition to the neighborhood dining scene. You will also find Coeur d'Alene's very own winery, Coeur d'Alene Cellars.

Coeur d’Alene just keeps on growing.

We’re excited to see what pops up next!

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59 YEARS OF TONY’S LAKESIDE BOAT-UP DINING Tony’s on the Lake has a rich history of family. Built as Jeanette’s Club in 1939 (ask more about this history when you dine with them), it was purchased by Tony Canerio in 1952, re-named Tony’s Supper Club, later sold to Ozzie Singer, then to Kathy Thomas and Nella Troy, who sold it to the D’Alessandro family in 2004. With architect Rann Haight, the restaurant has been remodeled, a deck overlooking the lake has been added, and in 2010, new docks installed.

The D’Alessandro family has a rich history of food. Ludvico D’Alessandro left Tuscany in 1908 with a love of Italian food that has been passed on through generations to great granddaughter Cheyenne, who attended culinary school in

Florence, Italy, and graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. She also had the opportunity to live extensively with family in Tuscany, experiencing the best of Italian family cooking.

Tony’s on the Lake offers gorgeous lakeside dining in a wonderful retreat from the bustle of downtown.

Take the beautiful five-minute drive from Downtown Coeur d’ Alene, or a great boat ride to their new docks.

Look for their signature flashing arrow. Both casual and party dress are welcomed. The cuisine is Italian inspired, as is the warmth of their service, both reflecting family heritage.

6823 Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr. (208) 677-9885 TonysOnTheLake.com

GETTING THERE Tony’s on the Lake is located at 6823 Coeur d’ Alene Lake Dr., a short drive or quick boat ride away from Downtown Coeur d’ Alene. Just look for the blinking arrow!

(208) 667-9885 TonysOnTheLake.com

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Appetizer

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Insalata di Spinaci Baby Spinach w/ Candied Walnuts & Goat Cheese in Balsamic Vinaigrette

Fettuccini all’ Americo Cream Sauce w/ Fresh Asparagus & Mushrooms topped w/ Parmigiano-Reggiano

Caprese Medley of Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil, topped w/ olive oil

Spaghetti Pescatore Scallops, Shrimp & Mussels in a Tomato Vodka Sauce

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Pollo al Mattone Spicy Boneless Half Chicken cooked under a brick w/ Tuscan Potatoes & Vegetables

Samberoni e Fagioli Grilled Tiger Prawns served w/ Cannellini Beans cooked in Garlic & Rosemary

Halibut Olive Oil poached Halibut served with Panzanella Salad

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Southwestern Taco Salad Romaine lettuce w/ black beans, tortilla chips, red onions, fire-roasted corn, cheese & creamy barbecue/chipotlepepper dressing

Moon Burger 6-oz. lean, char-grilled burger topped w/ melted cheddar & caramelized onions, served w/ lettuce, tomato, mayo on a toasted bun

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Santa Fe Chicken Chile Braised Beef Burrita com/moon_time_menu.htm 5-oz. pan-seared chicken Seasoned braised beef in a breast topped w/ roasted poblano peppers, melted Monterey Jack cheese, honey cream cheese, mayo, red onion on a grilled bun Mediterranean Lamb Burger Rosemary-infused lamb burger, char-grilled & topped w/ melted goat cheese, served w/ oregano-pesto mayo & grilled vegetable relish Potato-Encrusted Ahi Pan-seared potatoencrusted tuna topped w/ crawfish cream sauce & served w/ wild rice corn cakes drizzled w/ honey chipotle sour cream

grilled flour tortilla w/ jack cheese & burrito sauce, topped w/ iceberg lettuce, cilantro pesto, tomatoes & jalapeño/green chile sauce, served w/ ranch-style black beans & dirty brown rice Sun-Dried Tomato Raviolis Tender cheese raviolis topped w/ sun-dried tomato cream sauce, garnished w/ basil pesto & served w/ French bread

EXTRAORDINARY NEIGHBORHOOD FIND! Have you ever been visiting another city and thought to yourself, “I wish I could find that great neighborhood restaurant that all the locals go to?”

Well, when you’re in North Idaho, stop at the Moon Time in Coeur d’Alene or the Porch in Hayden Lake, and you will have found one of those spots.

Opening with little fanfare in 1996, the Moon Time quickly developed a reputation as one of Coeur d’Alene’s tastiest and most affordable dining destinations. Eight years ago, the local team who opened the Moon Time followed up with the Porch in Hayden Lake.

Both restaurants have built solid reputations by preparing everything on the menu from scratch and offering up a tremendous selection of draft micro-brewed beers and fine wines

to accompany the delicious menu offerings.

Whether you take pleasure in the inventive house-made soups, extraordinary sandwiches, creative weekly specials or just a pint of the best beer around, you’ll find it at either of these restaurants. You’ll never have to worry about dressing up or breaking the bank either as both locations feature comfortable pubstyle atmospheres, friendly efficient service and the best prices in the region.

Join the local crowds for an experience that will leave you wishing you had a place like this in your neighborhood.

1602 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-2331 WeDontHaveOne.com

74th St. Gumbo Chicken, sausage, shrimp & vegetables in a traditional sauce served over rice. It’s hot!

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Michael D’s Eatery

Tony’s on the Lake

CdA East – 203 Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr.

CdA East – 6823 Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr.

(208) 676-9049

(208) 667-9885

Breakfast & Lunch Diner $-$$

Italian $$

A Coeur d’Alene favorite for 13 years and counting, we are located along the Centennial Trail.

Stop in on your way to the lake for a family style breakfast or lunch. Eggs and omelets are served all day; sandwiches and fish and chips are favorites for lunch! Kids are always welcomes. Beer and wine are also on the menu, and we cater to banquets for 10 to 60, with meeting space for up to 24. Enjoy our new extended hours for dinner on weekends. Call or come in! MichaelDs.com

Serving Italian-inspired cuisine from generations of our family Old-Country recipes. Just a five-minute drive from the Sherman Exit off I-90, we offer a full-service bar, outdoor seating and docks for boaters! If you’re out on the lake, head east and look for the blinking arrow. Call or visit our Web site for our seasonal hours. TonysOnTheLake.com

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Moon Time CdA East – 1602 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-2331 Pub & Grill $-$$

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Moon Time was established in 1996 and quickly became a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Serving some of the best food around in a comfortable pub-style atmosphere makes this the kind of place you’ll want to visit as often as possible. We offer soups, sandwiches, pastas, salads and many other specialties prepared from scratch daily. A fantastic selection of micro-brewed beers and fine wines by the glass and bottle are available.

You’ll never have to worry about finding our doors locked as we open at 11am seven days a week and keep our kitchen open late every night. Also be sure to join us Thursday night for live music featuring artists from across the country and around town. For more information including photos, menu, specials and directions, make sure to visit our Web site.

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Java on Sherman CdA Downtown – 324 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-0010 Café, Beer & Wine $-$$ Now serving beer, wine and pub fare, too! Friendly and laid back, Java is the perfect quick stop for a morning starter or an easy breakfast with friends. Here you’ll find fresh baked goods and fair-trade organic coffee, local beer and wine. Everything is from scratch. Java is original and unique and is known for its comfortable atmosphere where locals run into one another in the heart of downtown. After more than 15 years in business, Java remains the summer hangout or start to a powder day in Coeur d’Alene, and now it’s the perfect place to stop in and unwind at the end of the day over a beer or glass of wine. We’re open 5:30am daily, until 10pm Sun.-Thurs., midnight Fri.-Sat. Be sure to stop in for happy hour 4-7pm daily.

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JAVA ON SHERMAN

AN OLD FAVORITE GETS A NEW LOOK … AND FLAVOR! With time comes change, and Java is evolving, with the unearthing of new flavors—and views!

One usually doesn’t pass by Java without noticing the tall steamed-up windows, veiling the interior from passerby, leaving something to be imagined. Walk through the doors to discover a bright open café with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. A Downtown Coeur d’Alene staple for the past 18 years, Java on Sherman is known as a gathering spot for the community, not to mention its great coffee. They have been providing Coeur d’Alene with the best coffee, brewed by the best baristas.

You will also notice that there is a whole new row of windows!

While undergoing kitchen repairs, the project turned into a remodel—and redesign— when owner David Patterson happened to tear away some of the wall, only to find boarded up windows that had not seen the light of day in decades. A little research proved they had been boarded up since the 1930s!

In addition to the new windows, Java now offers beer and wine, along with great new menu items.

So what’s on the scratchmade food menu you ask? For the first time ever Java is flippin’ pancakes, baking flat-bread

pizzas, tossing up tasty salads, grilling paninis and more!

David, like many restaurant owners in the area, believes in supporting local and using as much local product as possible. “Keeping it within the community is what helps support the community,” he says. With that said, not only is the coffee from a local roaster, but many of the beer offerings are local as well. David admits that he doesn’t have much of a palate in the way of wine, but his staff is currently working on the wine list and incorporating more local wines.

Java also hosts local musicians live most Friday and Saturday

evenings, and the works of local artists are featured on the walls.

Start your day at Java with that pick-me-up caffeine kick, and end your day with them as you enjoy a glass of wine or draft beer as you unwind.

The simple fresh ingredients, quality products, comfortable surroundings and attentive staff is the recipe for its success. Stop by and get a taste of Java for yourself. Java is open 5:30am daily, until 10pm Sunday through Thursday, midnight Friday and Saturday. Be sure to stop in for happy hour 4 to 7pm daily.

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Scones Raspberry Blueberry AppleCinnamon Honey Walnut

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California Benedict Toasted bagel topped w/ sliced tomato, avocado, poached eggs, hollandaise & cracked pepper Lox and Bagel Toasted bagel w/ cream cheese, smoked salmon, red onion & capers

Cookies Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Almond Various Biscotti’s

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Pancakes Buttermilk or multi-grain. Add blueberries, chocolate chips or bananas

Spinach Strawberry Salad Spinach, strawberries, feta cheese & tamarind dressing w/ candied walnuts

Veggie Sandwich Avocado, cucumber, sprouts & lettuce on choice of bread Panini Melts: Roasted Veggie Grilled 3 Cheese CdA Cheese Steak Turkey Bacon Basil Java Caprese Apple Brie Ham

The simple fresh ingredients, quality products, comfortable surroundings and attentive staff is the recipe for its success.

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Iron Horse Bar and Grill CdA Downtown – 407 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-7314 American Fare $-$$$ The Iron Horse has been a local favorite since 1972! We’re the No.1 cocktail lounge in Idaho. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, enjoy Coeur d’Alene’s best food and spirits in our restaurant, lounge or patio. Enjoy great music with a DJ Thursday, live music Friday and Saturday, live country music Sunday. Help celebrate the Iron Horse’s 39th birthday! Locally owned and operated, try a unique taste of Coeur d’Alene. Enjoy downtown, the lake, City Park, Tubbs Hill and the Iron Horse. We think tradition counts— so remember, when in Coeur d’Alene, join the locals at the Iron Horse. It’s a great place to eat, drink and have fun! IronHorseBarGrill.com

The Moose Lounge CdA Downtown – 403 Sherman Ave. (208) 664-7901 (Corner of Fourth and Sherman) Wine Bar, Coctails, Pizza & Appetizers $-$$ Home of the "Moose Mug" (34-ounces of ice cold pleasure).. Located at the corner of Fourth and Sherman in Downtown Coeur d' d'Alene, the Moose offers some of the best people watching in town. Wade into the warm and distinctive Moose and enjoy a cocktail, beer or glass of wine at our antique log bar surrounded by some of the most impressive big-game mounts in the area. We also offer delicious pizzas and appetizers, pool tables, darts and video games. Outdoor seating is available seasonally. Enjoy live music Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Stop in for Pub Quiz (Trivia) Wednesday and Karaoke Thursday. The Moose Lounge is open Noon-close Fri.-Sat. and 2pm-close Sun.-Thurs.

Scratch Restaurant CdA Downtown – 501 E. Sherman Ave. (208) 930-4762 Spokane Downtown – 1007 W. First Ave. (509) 456-5656 Contemporary & Fine Dining $-$$$ At our upscale yet casual restaurants, we offer contemporary fine dining with something for everyone! Our food menu features all organic or harvested wild featuring local ingredients and includes a menu that is never stagnant (we change our menu every couple of months).

We offer catering offsite at your desired location. Scratch is open daily, serving lunch 11am4pm and dinner 4-10pm. Check out our menu online. ScratchSpokane.com

The Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar CdA Downtown – 313 Sherman Ave. (208) 664-9463 Mediterranean $-$$$ The Wine Cellar is once again locally owned! New owners Tom and Patricia Power have been regulars at the restaurant for more than 14 years and are excited as they focus on and improve what The Wine Cellar has been loved for all these years: an inviting atmosphere, incredible wines, live music and great cuisine. This late-night bistro features a Mediterranean menu with a distinct Northwest flair and is accompanied by an awardwinning wine list, with live Jazz and Blues performed by local artists Tuesday through Saturday night. The Wine Cellar hours are 4:30-10pm Mon.-Thurs. and 4:30pm-Midnight Fri.-Sat. TheWineCellarCdA.com

Coeur d’Alene Cellars’ Barrel Room No.6 CdA Downtown – 503 Sherman Ave. (208) 664-9632 Wine Bar $-$$ Barrel Room No.6 is an upscale, swanky wine bar located in the heart of Coeur d’Alene’s vibrant downtown scene, featuring light fare and local wine produced exclusively by Coeur d’Alene Cellars Winery. Sample award-winning wines in a comfortable, romantic atmosphere just minutes from the Coeur d’Alene Resort between 5th and 6th streets on Sherman Avenue. Our summer hours are 4-9pm Wed.-Thurs., 4-10pm Fri., 2-10pm Sat. For additional information and hours of operation in the non-summer months, visit our Web site. CdaCellars.com 2 01 1 - 2 01 2 I d a h o C u i s i n e . c o m

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WINE CELLAR The Atmosphere, the Music, the Wine and the Food …

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top. Don’t panic. You should know by now not to believe everything you hear, especially in any small town; The Wine Cellar is still here. It hasn’t closed, and won’t be closing. This Downtown Coeur d’Alene staple is better and stronger than it’s ever been, and it’s here to stay, thanks to its new owners, Tom and Patricia Power and their Wine Cellar staff.

The initial plan wasn’t to own their own restaurant—they were just looking for an investment. But “it was kind of a packaged deal,” says Tom, as the building and the business were for sale. In the beginning, the couple was a bit hesitant, as The Wine Cellar was already a well-known, well-liked—or should we say loved—establishment with loyal clientele. Tom and Patricia knew this first hand, as they had been regulars to the iconic downtown restaurant for nearly 14 years. They have seen it grow, stumble and falter at times.

They’ve enjoyed The Wine Cellar at its best and have questioned it during its struggles.

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[Duncan] would have allowed it, we probably would have been share holders,” adds Patricia, with a laugh.

Their hopes are to bring The Wine Cellar back to its glory days—make it shine the way it did “five or six years ago”—but even brighter. Tom and Patricia have traveled the world and eaten in many restaurants world wide, and they impart knowledge of what they’ve seen—and know—works.

The couple’s ultimate goal is to improve the beloved premier downtown spot known for great food and wine, fabulous music and an unforgettable dining experience. They feel that by focusing on the three core values that have kept the cellar in the forefront and its broad reaching appeal and loyal community following, the atmosphere, the music and the wine will continue to prevail. People love the food, too, but that’s not necessarily what draws guests to the cellar.

General Manager Mary Jay, Owners Tom and Patricia Power, and Wine Steward Naomi Boutz

“What gives me the most satisfaction is when I’m down here, on any given night, and the place is full of people enjoying themselves,” smiles Tom Power, owner, “and knowing that you had a part in making that experience for them.”

Tom and Patricia want to once again experience The Wine Cellar in its “element.”

In order to achieve this, the couple began by investing in more wine, and since purchasing the restaurant, they have more than doubled the value of the wine inventory, which includes some nice library wines. With the phenomenal wines they now have on hand, they thought it only fitting to showcase it for patrons to feast their eyes upon. They had a new wine cellar built, creating a beautiful display of wines for both retail buyers and wine club member lockers.

In addition to adding to the inventory, Tom and The Wine Cellar’s wine steward, Naomi Boutz, have been working on expanding and improving the wine list, also adding to its glass-pour options. The goal is to offer guests a good variety of wines with a focus on showcasing great wines from the Northwest. “We think it’s really important to support the local economy, and I think Walla

Walla is one of the best wine regions in the world,” says Patricia, “so why not profile as much of that as we can?”

When it comes to the menu, they are constantly trying to marry their desires to better the menu with the current capabilities of the kitchen, which lacks full-service equipment; everything is done on electric!

Despite the inconvenience, a lot of love is poured into the food, with most items on the menu made from scratch, including breads, desserts and sauces. According to Tom, the next target is to redesign and rebuild The Wine Cellar’s kitchen.

General Manager Mary Jay continues to keep the front of the house running strong, as she has for the past decade, and is a master at orchestrating what appears to happen as smooth as silk from the guest’s end.

“Running a restaurant is a grueling business,” admits Tom, “and out of all the

businesses that we own and run, it probably requires the most resources for the smallest return. What gives me the most satisfaction is when I’m down here, on any given night, and the place is full of people enjoying themselves,” smiles Tom, “and knowing that you had a part in making that experience for them.”

At The Wine Cellar, the guest’s experience is no less than ideal. The European feel, great Mediterranean cuisine, live music , phenomenal staff, and the cozy and inviting atmosphere, along with good company … this is how a meal was meant to be enjoyed.

Built on the locals, this is a restaurant for Coeur d’Alene, for the people of Coeur d’Alene, as well as for out-of-town guests to enjoy. Stop in and stay a while. You’ll be in no rush to leave.

GETTING THERE The Wine Cellar is located at 313 Sherman Ave. in Downtown Coeur d’Alene.

From I-90: Take Exit #11 to Northwest Boulevard. Go south to Sherman Avenue.

The Wine Cellar is on your left between Third and Fourth streets.

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315 Restaurant CdA Downtown – 315 Wallace Ave. (208) 667-9660 Tapas, Dinner, Martini & Wine Bar $-$$ 315 is located at the Historic Greenbriar Inn in Downtown Coeur d’Alene. We have an exciting and unique concept for North Idaho. We offer a full dinner menu as well as lighter tapas, selecting fresh and seasonal food choices, as well as more than 50 martinis, great wines and beers, and a wide variety of drinks. Guests can choose to dine in our large dining room, comfortable lounge or at the bar. During the warmer months, abundant deck and patio garden seating is available. Each night offers special events or food and drink pairings for guests. Stop in to enjoy live music Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. We are open to the public 3:15pm-close Tues.-Sat. and 10am-2pm Sun. for breakfast and brunch.

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Greenbriar Inn Catering & Events Facility CdA Downtown – 315 Wallace Ave. (208) 667-9660 This Historic Inn has catered to the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area since 1986. A charming Victorian mansion, suitable for exclusive parties for up to 200 people, our garden and year-round dining room await you and your guests. We will also cater at a location of your choice in North Idaho and the Spokane area. We are committed to excellence and have been voted Best Caterer in Idaho in many local reader polls! Come in and dine at our fullservice restaurant and martini bar—315, or treat yourself by staying in one of our luxury suites at the Inn available for special getaways. Find out more on our Web site.

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Since 1999, Pilgrim's Market has been the Inland Northwest’s hot spot for the finest natural and organic foods, education, green events and more. As the healthseeking "green" consumer continues to seek and support local food growers and retailers, we’re the perfect example of a homegrown, locally owned alternative to massive, foreign-owned national chains like Trader Joe's or Whole Foods. Lacking nothing, Pilgrim's 25,000-square-foot store offers everything from organic produce to gourmet cheese, beer and wine, bulk foods, meat and deli departments, supplements, an innovative wellness center and even a sizeable education and event center.

Located just minutes off I-90, Pilgrim's Market is a frequent destination for locals and a must see for the health-conscious traveler. PilgrimsMarket.com

Stuffed Mushroom Caps The Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar Ingredients: 12 White Mushrooms 12 Shrimp, 71-90 Ct. ½ Cup Ricotta Cheese 1/8 Cup Parmesan 1/8 Cup Mozzarella 2 Tbsp. Breadcrumbs ½ Cup Cream 4 Tbsp. Butter 2 Tbsp. Flour Pinch of Garlic Powder, Salt, Pepper, Fresh Parsley

Method: Remove stems from the mushrooms and slice thinly. Heat a tablespoon of butter in a pan big enough for the caps and another in a pan big enough for the stems.

Mix the cheese seasonings and breadcrumbs in a bowl and set aside.

Cream Sauce: Melt butter in a pan and add the flour to make a roux. Slowly add the cream while whisking and making sure there are no lumps and that the sauce doesn’t burn.

Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Heat the oven to 350˚F. After the caps and stems have released their liquid and start to brown, remove them from the head to cool. Place the sautéed stems in a shallow baking dish or ceramic sauce boat. Stuff the caps with ½ to 1 tablespoon of cheese mixture. Place over the stems.

Top the mushroom caps with the shrimp. Cover with the sauce and a sprinkling of parmesan. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the shrimp are cooked though and the cheese is melted. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with warm baguette. Enjoy!

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GreenBriar Inn The Unexpected Adventure of a Lifetime…

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t was three decades ago that Bob and Kris McIlvenna, and daughter Gwen, went vacationing to the British Isles to escape the chaos of their busy and stressful lives, as husband and wife were owners and stockbrokers of offices in Seattle, Wash., and Boulder, Colo. Though the trip was a mere 10 days, this trip was what would be the beginning of a new endeavor.

The threesome traveled through England and Scotland, retreating to overnight stays at local bed and breakfasts, adding to the already magnificent experience they were enjoying. Modest in appointments but generous in spirit, families welcomed them, sharing food, conversation and laughs, and offering tips on where to find the best restaurants and entertainment.

Many of the establishments they stayed at were historic by our standards, offering guests simple and unpretentious accommodations,

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yet inviting and warm.

A few years passed, and Bob and Kris still remembered that trip fondly. While expecting their second child, Sean, any day, they made the decision to leave Boulder and begin another chapter of their lives.

They were in search of discovering “Europe in the West” when they stumbled upon an historic 1908 building similar in design to those they experienced—and fell in love with—in Europe. But they were far from Europe; they had found what they were looking for in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho!

They fell in love with the area, the building and an idea; to emulate the same hospitality and comfort they experienced during their travels in England and Scotland. No pretension, just good food, company and generosity. They purchased what is now the Greenbriar Inn in 1984.

Their first brochure had a hand-drawn sketch of the Greenbriar by Bob,

resident artist, which said: “Let me live by the side of the road, and be a friend to man.” (Sam Walter Foss) Ultimately, that somewhat cheesy sentiment was to be their mission statement.

There were many challenges ahead. The first obstacle was trying to get the building on the Historic Register, followed by bringing the building to code, which absorbed most discretionary funds. The original Greenbriar was decorated sparsely with second-hand furniture and hand-stenciled walls. Within three years, they had updated the bathrooms and bedrooms, and added a commercial kitchen. By the fall of 1986, Kris, with the help of her new partner Lynne Wiedemann, was catering events throughout North Idaho. After catering to several movie crews who had hired them for long-term engagements, the business quickly blossomed.

More than a decade of success later, 1999 brought the addition of a full dining room and adjacent outside garden area, creating space for private parties that could not have been executed in the original house. As demand for their catering services grew even greater, they decided to close the B and B and dedicate their time and focus on the catering aspect of the business.

By that point, they had already received the Good Housekeeping award for being one of the Top 10 Bed and Breakfasts in America, along with various other accolades.

By 2005, things were humming along, as Bob and Kris’ children were now grown and gone. So Bob and Kris decided to re-open the Greenbriar Inn Bed and Breakfast. A complete remodel was done at the Inn,

mostly with the help of their good friend and designer, Dian Hanson.

In 2007, Bob and Kris acquired a liquor license for the Greenbriar through an Historic Exception. This was just the beginning of yet another chapter in their lives. A restaurant was on its way.

After deliberation, she and Bob decided they wanted to fashion a restaurant that would reflect how they wanted to eat: enjoying an evening out, sharing appetizers and salads, sipping on cocktails. They thought it was due time Coeur d’Alene had a martini and tapas restaurant, which would encourage diners to choose from several small-plate menu items, allowing them to savor various flavors.

315 Martinis and Tapas restaurant opened in June 2008, and by the fall that same year, they had added dinner entrees to the menu. In addition to the wonderful tapas and entrees, there is a selection of more than 50 delightful martinis to choose from.

Take a seat at the stylish wine bar and order from the great-priced wine list, dine at a table near one of the two fireplaces, or during the summer months, guests have the option to dine outside on the patio, deck or garden. To add to the ambiance, live soft music plays every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evening. They host Ladies’ Night Wednesday, Half-Price Wine Night Thursday and Sunday Brunch as well. Bring a date, the kids or friends ... 315 is a great time for everyone!

Why settle for just dinner? Make a whole night of it at 315 and the Greenbriar Inn. 315 is open 3:15pm to close Tuesday through Saturday and 10am to 2pm Sunday for brunch.

Bob and Kris McIlvenna fell in love with the area, the building and an idea; to emulate the same hospitality and comfort they experienced during their travels in England and Scotland. No pretension, just good food, company and generosity.

HISTORY OF 315 WALLACE AVE.

GETTING THERE The Greenbriar Inn is located at 315 Wallace Ave., four blocks from Downtown Coeur d’Alene between third and fourth streets.

1908 Built as boarding house 1930s Bordello 1940s Rooming House for For more information: Greathttp://www.315martinisandtapas.com/index.php/contact-us Northern Railroad Call (208) 667-9660 1950s Rooms only 315MartinisAndTapas.com 1960s Health Education & Welfare Headquarters 1970s Nunnery 1984 Purchased for Greenbriar Inn

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Coconut Lime Shrimp 315 Restaurant Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Butter ½ Tbsp. Garlic, minced 5 Count 16/20 Prawns or Black Tiger Shrimp ¼ Cup Coconut Flakes, toasted 2 Tbsp. Lime Juice ½ Cup Coconut Milk 2 Tbsp. Yellow Curry Powder 1 Pinch Nutmeg Fresh Cilantro

Method: In a medium-heat pan, add butter and minced garlic.

Once butter is melted, add five 16/20 size prawns or black tiger shrimp. Cook half way (until light pink on bottom), then flip prawns/shrimp and add toasted coconut flakes. Cook 1 minute (until butter begins to brown) and deglaze with lime juice. Then add coconut milk, yellow curry powder and fresh nutmeg. Reduce until desired thickness and serve with freshly chopped cilantro. You could also serve this over a bed of white rice or mixed greens if desired.

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Rosemary Beef on Baguettes Greenbriar Catering Ingredients: 1 Tri-Tip Roast (approx. 1 1/2 to 2 Ibs.) Olive oil Salt Pepper Fresh Rosemary Apple Cider Vinegar

Method: Begin by rubbing tri-tip roast with olive oil, salt, pepper and fresh rosemary leaves, spray with apple cider vinegar, place roast in Ziploc bag or wrap with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for a couple hours.

Meanwhile, slice a baguette into 1/3-inch rounds, brush with olive oil and crushed garlic, and lightly toast for about 7 minutes at 350˚F. In a bowl, mix sour cream horseradish, 1 http://www.sizzlencuisine.com/local_restau-with tablespooncrushed garlic rants_chef_recipes.aspx and Dijon mustard. Place in refrigerator.

3 to 4 baguettes 1 Cup Sour Cream 2 Tbsp. Horseradish 1 Tbsp. Garlic, crushed 1 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard ½ Cup Red Wine

Remove roast from refrigerator and place in baking pan. Pour red wine in bottom of the pan. Place in pre-heated oven at 325˚F for approximately 40 minutes or until the interior of the roast is 130˚F. Allow roast to rest for at least 30 minutes. (It will keep cooking for a while after removing from oven.) With a very sharp knife, slice very thinly. Place beef on top of baguettes and top with sour cream mixture.

Serves 50 (assuming 2 to 3 pieces of baguette with beef per person)

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Angelo’s Ristoranté CdA Midtown – 846 N. Fourth St. (208) 765-2850 Authentic Italian & Organic $$ Only eight blocks from Downtown Coeur d’Alene, Angelo’s is the local favorite with a taste of homemade, authentic Italian cuisine! Join us for fresh, organic, handcrafted food, an extensive wine selection and our warm romantic décor. Full-service catering and private dining rooms are available, as well as seasonal outdoor dining. Reservations are highly recommended. We are open 5pm-close daily! AngelosRistorante.net

Bistro on Spruce CdA Midtown – 1710 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-1774 (At the corner of Fourth and Spruce) Northwest Fusion $$ Located on the northern skirts of midtown, Bistro on Spruce offers one of the best wine selections in Coeur d’Alene at excellent prices. Owner Chris Mueller and his long-time staff deliver sensational food and service. The ever-evolving menu is something to keep you coming back and a great value for fantastic dining. Stop by for a wine flight after work, enjoy a bite from the wonderfully diverse tapas menu served 2:30-5:30pm Mon.Sat., or meet friends for a fabulous lunch featuring our delicious Halibut Tacos. We also offer live dinner-appropriate music Wednesdays and Saturdays. Open Mon.-Sat. for dinner, with lunches Mon.-Fri. and fantastic breakfast/lunch Sat.-Sun. Seasonally, we offer alfresco dining on a beautifully landscaped patio, or dine by the fireplace any time for romance. BistroOnSpruce.com

Capone’s Pub and Grill CdA Midtown – 751 N. Fourth St. (208) 667-4843 American, Pizza $-$$ Featured on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives! You've gotta try our pastrami sandwiches and our specialty pizzas! Taste the difference that handcrafted bread makes! We offer 41 brews on tap, a full liquor bar, appetizers, burgers, sub sandwiches, soups and salads—all scratch cooking! Grab a beer and catch the game with friends on one of our plasma TVs—14 HDTVs with sports! You can also enjoy seasonal outdoor dining on our patio—one of the biggest in Coeur d’Alene! This local favorite is truly Coeur d'Alene's very own “everyone knows your name” pub, so stop in and stay a while! We’re open daily, with our kitchen open until 11pm nightly. And don’t forget, families are welcome! View our menu and entertainment lineup online, and become a fan of Capone’s Pub and Grill on Facebook. CaponesPub.com

The Garnet Café CdA Midtown – 315 Walnut St. (208) 667-2729 (Between Third and Fourth streets) Breakfast $ We are a charming midtown breakfast favorite, with bacon and eggs, biscuits and gravy to duck confit and local smoked trout in omelets. Hot Bumper Crop coffee and Brass Monkeys ease you into the morning at the Garnet. Check us out on Facebook. We are open 7am-1pm Tues.-Sun.

Syringa Japanese Café and Sushi Bar CdA Midtown – 1401 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-2718 (Corner of Fourth and Walnut) Japanese & Sushi Bar $$-$$$ Our elegant neighborhood sushi bar and café is just the spot for a cozy lunch or dinner.

We do not use MSG but do use organic produce, choice meats and wild seafood whenever available. Enjoy sushi, Japanese entrées, salads and soups at our restaurant.

Reservations are recommended. We’re open 11:30am-4pm Mon., 11:30am-9pm Tues.-Thurs., 11:30am-10pm Fri., 4-10pm Sat. Check us out on Facebook or online.

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Monte Bistro Sandwich Bistro On Spruce Ingredients: 2 pieces French Bread, not too soft 2 Tbsp. Mascarpone Cheese 1 tsp. Crushed Black Pepper 2 oz. Sliced Honey Ham 2 oz. Sliced Turkey Breast 2 eggs 1 tsp. AP Flour

Method: Mix pepper and mascarpone cheese. Spread on one side of both bread slices. Heat ham and turkey on http://www.sizzlencuisine.com/local_restauflat grill, in pan or microwave. Layer ham and turkey rants_chef_recipes.aspx on mascarpone side of bread slices. Mix flour with a little water, add eggs and beat until smooth. Dip assembled sandwich and grill on all sides. Dust with powdered sugar, and serve with Melba sauce.

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Bistro (bistrō) noun, pl.

-tros 1. a small restaurant serving moderately priced simple meals in a modest setting, a small or unpretentious restaurant

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Midtown’s Dining Destination For all of you who tend not to stray from Downtown Coeur d’Alene’s Sherman and Lakeside avenues, we’ve got news for you. There’s a real treat waiting for you, just a short two-minute drive up Fourth Street—Bistro On Spruce. What awaits you is a cozy, quaint and comfortable restaurant atmosphere with large private booths, a toasty fireplace and wine bar where you can watch the chefs prepare your meal as you enjoy that glass of Cab. Seasonal outdoor seating is available on the elevated patio, surrounded by the beautiful landscape, far away from the street. And don’t stress about finding parking; the large private parking lot is waiting for your arrival.

The menu offers handcrafted goodness with Northwest, Mediterranean, Asian and casual French influence.

Comfort food with a creative twist, you’re sure to find your old favorites and some new ones. All desserts are made in house from scratch. A gluten-free menu is available as well. Weekend Breakfast includes Coeur d’Alene’s finest hollandaise on three versions of Eggs Benedict along with Omelets, Vanilla-fied French Toast with poached fruit and Duck-Confit Hash. Or try the Ahi-cado, Monte-Bistro Sandwich, Turkey-Brie Croissant and Italian Brunch Salad.

Monday through Saturday, between 2:30 and 5:30pm, be sure to stop in to enjoy a terrific Tapas menu of smartly priced ($3.95) selections. And don’t forget to try the Maltese Caponata with a wine flight—a must!

Every Wednesday and Saturday night, local musicians perform live, featuring a fabulous array of dinnerappropriate music featuring Pop, R & B and Jazz.

Bistro on Spruce offers experienced and thorough fullservice catering as well; just say when and where. Their on-site private rooms can accommodate 10 to 40 guests.

Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, rehearsal dinner, hors d’oeuvre party, birthday celebration, graduation or wedding reception, name the date, format and budget, and Bistro On Spruce will prepare a detailed proposal.

Don’t forget to join the Bistro wine club on your next visit; wine club members receive a well-selected monthly wine and enjoy the chef ’s complimentary amuse bouché every time you dine. So what are you waiting for? Stop in and see for yourself why it’s one of Coeur d’Alene’s favorite midtown dining destinations.

1710 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-1774 BistroOnSpruce.com

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MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

Fisherman’s Market, Grill and Sushi Bar

CdA North – 405 W. Canfield Ave. (208) 772-5111

CdA North – 215 W. Kathleen Ave. #A (208) 664-4800

American Family Casual & Pizza $-$$

(Hwy 95 and Kathleen, behind Super 1)

Menu items consist of an array of dishes that are always flavorful and fresh, and served up in heaping portions. The acclaimed gourmet pizzas are offered on a variety of crusts—original, natural grain, thick and thin—with toppings from classic pepperoni to pesto, ricotta and sundried tomato. Other popular menu offerings include hearty sandwiches served warm on fresh-baked bread, full and half-sized entrée salads, and pastas that will wow your taste buds. To complement our menu, select from a variety of microbrews, fine wines and cocktails form the bar.

Open daily for lunch, dinner and in between. MacKenzieRiverPizza.com

Seafood, Sushi & Fish Market $-$$ At Fisherman's Market, you can dine in or take out. Here you will find fresh fish and shellfish daily on our market side. Our grill offers you a fun menu of seafood; everything from eight choices of fish and chips, eight choices of specialty tartars, fish tacos, salads, steamers, catfish and oyster po' boys, and much more! And don't forget about our sushi bar!

We offer a selection of beer, wine and sake, too. Seasonal outdoor dining is available. We look forward to seeing you! We are open 11am-8pm Mon.-Sat. FishermansMarketCdA.com

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Willow Creek Sandwich Turkey, bacon, avocado, spinach, tomatoes & mozzarella served warm on fresh baked bread

Buffalo Chicken Mack n’ Cheese Fajita chicken, bleu cheese crumbles, spicy buffalo sauce, breadcrumbs & penne in a classic cheese sauce

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Taos Salad Chicken chili served warm over fresh greens w/ tomatoes, cheddar, scallions, pepperoncinis & crumbled corn chips

Cowboy Nachos Corn chips, cheese blend, tomatoes, green onions, lives, jalapeños & house salsa. Add steak, ground beef or fajita chicken

Thai Pie BBQ Pizza Thai peanut Jerked chicken sauce, basil or slow-smoked chicken, mandarin pulled pork, sweet oranges, scallions, & smoky bbq red peppers, sauce, red onion, peanuts, cilantro & cilantro, jack & mozzarella cheddar cheese MacKenzieRiverPizza.com

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& ALotWhole More Montalian Roast beef, prosciutto, red onions, pepperoncinis & provolone on grilled Italian bread Italian Sausage Lasagna Ricotta, mozzarella & parmesan cheeses layered w/ sausage, spinach & fresh basil topped w/ Italian Meat Sauce

CdA Downtown

667-9660

Azteca Mexican Grill

2462 N. Old Mill Loop

CdA Riverstone

676-0200

Angelo's Ristorante

846 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

765-2850

Bardenay Restaurant and Distillery

1710 W. Riverstone Dr.

CdA Riverstone

765-1540

Beachouse, The

4316 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr.

CdA East

664-6464

Barrel Room No. 6, Coeur d'Alene Cellars

503 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

664-9632

Beacon, The

317 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

665-7407

Beverly's at the Coeur d'Alene Resort

115 S. Second St.

CdA Downtown

765-4000

Bonsai Bistro

101 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

765-4321

Bistro on Spruce

1710 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

664-1774

Breakfast Nook

1719 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

667-1699

Broken Tee Grill

2321 W. Fairway Dr.

CdA North

667-6305

Brycie's

1116 W. Ironwood Dr.

CdA North

769-7922

Café Carambola at Harbor Plaza

110 Northwest Blvd.

CdA West

676-8784

Café Chulo Mexican Grill

155 W. Neider Ave.

CdA North

667-2700

Calypsos Coffee

116 Lakeside Ave.

CdA Downtown

665-0591

Canton Asian Restaurant

113 N. Fourth St.

CdA Downtown

665-5758

Caruso's Sandwich Co.

202 W. Ironwood Dr.

CdA North

765-1001

Capone's Pub and Grill

751 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

667-4843

Cedars

1514 S. Marina Dr.

CdA Lake

664-2922

Chinese Gardens Restaurant

310 N. Fourth St.

CdA Downtown

667-6014

Cricket's Downtown Bar and Grill

425 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

765-1990

Dangerous Dog

108 N. Fourth St.

CdA Downtown

819-0011

Dockside

115 S. Second St.

CdA Downtown

765-4000

Donut House

109 W. Kathleen Ave.

CdA North

930-4908

Eddie's Bar and Grill

4496 S. Arrow Point Dr.

CdA Lake/Harrison

676-1325

Elmer's Restaurant

300 W. Neider Ave.

CdA North

665-7148

Fedora Pub and Grill

1726 W. Kathleen Ave.

CdA North

765-8888

Fire Artisan Pizza

517 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

676-1743

Franklin's Hoagies

501 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtwon

664-3998

Fisherman's Market, Grill and Sushi Bar

215 W. Kathleen Ave.

CdA North

664-4800

Garlic Jim's Gourmet Pizza

405 W. Neider Ave.

CdA North

930-4818

Great Harvest Bread Co.

2106 N. Government Way

CdA North

667-0606

Garnet Café, The

315 Walnut St.

CdA Midtown

667-2729

Grille From Impanema Brazilian Steakhouse

601 Front St.

CdA Downtown

676-1122

Herbie's Deli Shop

4055 N. Government Way

CdA North

667-8840

High Nooner

3510 N. Government Way

CdA North

664-2221

Hogfish

1920 Sherman Ave.

CdA East

667-1896

Hudson's Hamburgers

207 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

664-5444

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317 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

665-7407

Jamba Juice

202 W. Ironwood Dr.

CdA Downtown

664-3206

Iron Horse Bar and Grill Japan House

Java on Sherman

407 Sherman Ave.

605 W. Appleway Ave. 324 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown CdA North

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RESTAURANTS

315 Wallace Ave.

COEUR D'ALENE

315 Restaurant at The Greenbriar Inn

667-7314 676-8889

667-0010

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COEUR D'ALENE

JB's Family Restaurant

704 W. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

765-3225

Kelly's Irish Pub

726 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

667-1717

Las Chavelas

296 W. Sunset Ave.

CdA North

664-3767

Las Palmitas

201 N. Third St.

CdA Downtown

664-0581

Lemongrass French Asian Cuisine

309 Lakeside Ave.

CdA Downtown

765-9777

Lil Polpetta

1735 W. Kathleen Ave.

CdA North

664-8788

Longboard Burgers

356 E. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

666-1952

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

405 W. Canfield Ave.

CdA North

772-5111

Mexican Food Factory

1032 N. Fourth St.

CdA North

664-0079

Michael D's Eatery

203 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr.

CdA East

676-9049

Mill, The

2360 N. Old Mill Loop

CdA Riverstone

667-6455

Mongolian Barbecue

3213 N. Government Way

CdA North

664-8782

Moon Time

1602 Sherman Ave.

CdA East

667-2331

Mulligan's Rotisserie Grille and Bar

414 W. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

765-3200

Nosworthy's Hall of Fame

4045 N. Government Way

CdA North

664-6161

O'Shay's Irish Pub and Eatery

313 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr.

CdA East

667-4666

Olympia Greek Restaurant

301 Lakeside Ave.

CdA Downtown

666-9495

Paddy's Bar and Grill

601 W. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

765-0701

Paul Bunyan

602 Northwest Blvd.

CdA West

664-2725

Pepe Caldo Pizzaria

166 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

765-6010

Pho Thanh Viatnamese Café

2108 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

665-9903

Pilgrim's Market Deli

1316 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

676-9730

Pizza Factory, The

501 W. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

765-8080

Porky G's Sourthern Barbecue

1527 Northwest Blvd.

CdA West

665-0044

Red Robin

1501 W. Riverstone Dr.

CdA Riverstone

765-2421

Rockin' Robin Café

3650 N. Government Way

CdA North

664-7911

Santorini's Authentic Greek Cuisine

4055 N. Government Way

CdA North

676-0401

Scratch Restaurant

501 E. Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

930-4762

Seasons of Coeur d'Alene

209 Lakeside Ave.

CdA Downtown

664-8008

Shooters Bar and Grill

10218 W. Rockford Bay Rd.

CdA Lake

667-6106

Splash Nightclub

210 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

765-4000

Syringa Japanese Café and Sushi Bar

1401 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

676-8784

Texas Roadhouse

402 W. Neider Ave.

CdA North

664-1903

Thai Bamboo

2010 N. Fourth St.

CdA Midtown

667-5300

Tito's Italian Grill and Wine Shop

210 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

667-2782

Tomato Street

221 W. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

667-5000

Tony's on the Lake

6823 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr.

CdA East

667-9885

Top of China

757 W. Appleway Ave.

CdA North

676-8888

Top This! Frozen Yogurt and Treats

202 W. Ironwood Dr.

CdA North

676-1199

Toro Viejo

117 N. Second St.

CdA Downtown

667-7676

Ugly Fish Asian Bistro

1927 W. Riverstone Dr.

CdA Riverstone

667-6389

Wine Cellar Bistro and Wine Bar, The

313 Sherman Ave.

CdA Downtown

664-9463

Wolf Lodge Steakhouse

11741 E. Frontage Rd.

CdA East

664-6665

Moose Lounge

Tapas Sidewalk Cafe at The Wine Cellar

401 Sherman Ave.

313 Sherman Ave.

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CdA Downtown

CdA Downtown

664-7901

664-9463

POST FALLS, STATE LINE & HAUSER LAKE “Life is so brief that we should not glance either too far backwards or forwards … therefore study how to fix our happiness in our glass and on our plate.” ~ Grimod de la Reynière

PUB & GRILL The A Team Capone’s has been a longtime local favorite pub and grill among area residents for nearly 20 years now! Owners Tom and Teresa Capone opened their first location in Coeur d’Alene in 1991 and, after experiencing many years of success, introduced Capone’s to Post Falls, a greatly needed addition to the community, in 2006.

With more taps than most can dream of, and food to satisfy the most devoted sports fans, or just plain food lover (think EastCoast comfort food with a Tom Capone twist: buffalo wings, sandwiches made with fresh house-made bread, burgers and—of course—some of the best pizza around!), multiple flat-screen TVs offering the biggest sports games of the moment, and décor that brings smiles to kids both young and old alike with generations of baseball gloves hanging along the walls and ceiling, with classic baseball cards, concert tickets and fun memorabilia adorning the tabletops and bar, Capone’s Post Falls has followed in the successful steps of its sister location.

Tom and Teresa say they owe much of the success to their staff, who is at the forefront carrying out day-to-day tasks, with both the front-of-the-house staff and kitchen coming together and bringing their A game to offer guests the best. General Manager Justin Bodnar has been on board at Capone’s for 13 years; the past

year he has headed up the team at the Post Falls location. Having worked at both locations, he feels Capone’s Post Falls truly caters to family diners looking to enjoy the fun atmosphere, great food, superb service and a beer or two. Consistency is guaranteed, as the staff is experienced and works well together to present the best Capone’s has to offer, each and every time. Justin focuses on ensuring the happiness of the employees, knowing first hand that if they’re happy, that happiness trickles down to the guests.

He is in awe of the popularity of the restaurant, watching it quickly develop into Post Falls’ favorite neighborhood pub and grill in only a few short years. It’s a place where everyone knows your name, your favorite menu item, favorite drink and maybe even your favorite sports team.

Capone’s is open 11am to close daily. And in case you didn’t know, they serve a full late-night menu and offer a late-night happy hour, too!

The ball is in your court as Justin and his Capone’s A Team is ready to show you, your family and friends, an unforgettable time.

315 N. Ross Point Rd. ~ (208) 457-8020 ~ CaponesPub.com

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Cabaña and La Cocina Mexican restaurants,

Restaurant can be found at Templin’s Resort

Spokane, Wash., these rapidly growing

Located just across the border from

Rosa’s Italian Market and Deli, and G.W.

on the Spokane River. Fleur de Sel is North

Northwest cities are desirable and

Hunters Restaurant and Steakhouse. The

Idaho’s French-inspired restaurant and is

convenient homes-away-from-home for

Cottage Café, KC’s Breakfast Club, Old

located on the hill at the Highland's Day

Washingtonians, where they enjoy routine

European, Breakfast Nook, Caruso’s Deli,

Spa and offers true culinary delights.

visits for small-town dining on fine Idaho

Famous Willie’s, Moon Dollars, Rancho

cuisine.

Viejo and Hot Rod Café all add to the

free outdoor concerts and events during the

dining scene. Further west at State Line is

summer months. And with a park right on

the majority of the clientele at Post Fall’s

where you’ll find El Patio, A-1 Smoke Shop,

the water, it’s always a great place to take

restaurants such as local favorites the

Fine Wines and Cigars, and Little Italy’s

the kids.

White House Grill and the Oval Office,

Wine Bar, where wine tastings are offered

and Curley’s in Hauser Lake just north of

all day every Friday through Sunday. This is

(JACC) at the Old Church is a community

Post Falls, these establishments are used to

also the place you’ll find Cruisers and Big

center for the arts scene in Post Falls, with

having Spokane regulars filling their tables.

Al’s Country Club.

an art gallery and community hall for

Although it is the locals who make up

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For some waterfront dining, Mallards

Q’emiln Riverside Park is the site of many

The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center

celebrations and events, along with cooking

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT THE OVAL OFFICE

classes hosted by various area chefs.

Post Falls’ largest culinary event,

held annually in July. This three-day event is filled with Native-American

Wine, Stein and Dine, is held at the

activities for all to enjoy, bringing people

Greyhound Park and Event Center,

together and signifying the spirit of the

with proceeds supporting the Post Falls

Coeur d’Alene Tribe in a celebration of

Education Foundation. Patrons are

heritage, diversity and culture. More

treated to great food, wine and beer

than 800 men, women and children

while shopping silent auction items and

dancers take part as hundreds of tribes

bidding for wonderful treats in the live

are represented with dancers, riders and

auction.

drum groups. This event is a sharing

The Greyhound Park is central to

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of cultures and traditions that span

many of the event happenings that make

generations. The art of many tribes, their

Post Falls a destination for fun! One of

traditional crafts and the performances

the largest events is the Coeur d’Alene

of tribal dancing and music is a rare

Tribe’s JulyAmsh PowWow

opportunity to view the beauty of these diverse native cultures.

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Restaurant and Steakhouse

G.W. HUNTERS Offering the Best Quality Food and Service at a Fair Price

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s you enter G.W. Hunters, not only will you be greeted

by a kind host or hostess, but a fish pond. Walk into the restaurant a bit further, and you’ll find more than 80 museum-quality trophy animals adorning the walls.

You’ll notice scripture from the Bible posted throughout the restaurant as well, and several signs reading “Prayer may not be allowed in school, but it’s welcome at our table.” An interesting combination, but it shows owner David Swanson’s love of hunting … and God. A Christian-run establishment, Dave strongly believes that “God has blessed us immensely.”

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G.W. Hunters made its debut back in 1999 on Fourth Street and I-90 in Coeur d’Alene. Then-owners Garry Hayes and family opened the 40-seat family friendly restaurant, offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, with elk and buffalo featured on the menu, as well as alligator, duck and wild-caught seafood. The restaurant quickly gained popularity, offering great food with large portions at a fair price. In 2003, G.W. Hunters moved to Post Falls, where it resides on Spokane Street right off I-90. Now with a 130-seat restaurant, they were able to cater to more diners.

The Hayes family relocated to Missouri and sold the restaurant to Dave Swanson and Rex Shank on August 1, 2005. Since then, the restaurant has continued its success that was started more than a decade ago. Dave and Rex most certainly weren’t new to the restaurant scene.

They’ve both been in the business for more than 30 years; everything from washing dishes and cooking, to managing and owning restaurants. With Dave’s knowledge of the business, and Rex’s expert knowledge of food, they knew not to fix something that wasn’t broken, which is the reason there were no changes made to the restaurant’s philosophy, practices or menu after purchasing it.

“The Hayes family had been successful with this idea since 1999,” says Dave. “I wanted to continue what they had started.”

In 2009, Dave leased the adjacent building to use for private catered events and banquets. Accommodating 60 comfortably, it is the perfect place to hold that wedding rehearsal dinner, birthday

celebration, special family gathering, Christmas party and more.

At G.W.’s, guests will find a menu smothered in comfort food items. All ingredients and products are always fresh, always flavorful, and the menu offers something for everybody. Breakfast, lunch and dinner options include wild and exotic game, steak, prime rib, burgers, seafood, chicken, pastas and an array of countrystyle breakfasts featuring elk and buffalo.

They fresh-cut all the meat they serve daily (except for the T-bone, as they don’t have a band saw, according to Dave).

Don’t expect anything less than freshground elk, buffalo and beef patties for your burgers. And don’t be alarmed when quarter-inch slab bacon shows up on your breakfast plate.

During the summer months, outdoor seating is available on the patio, where you can enjoy the fresh air and babbling fish pond. The restaurant is also open Monday and Tuesday for breakfast and lunch in summer, allowing guests to stop in for breakfast and lunch seven days a week, but serving dinner year round Wednesday through Sunday.

Beyond the food and the friendly family appeal, Dave attributes the success of the restaurant first and foremost to his team: “I own it on paper, but they’re the ones who make it happen,” he affirms.

“Everything comes together because of them. That’s what makes up this whole entity right here. Each person on my staff takes pride in the restaurant and their job; I would like to think that each one feels like an owner.”

Dave has had much of the same staff for six years or more. He is thankful for their dedication and loyalty to the restaurant.

“That’s tough to find in the restaurant business,” he says. “We virtually have no turnover here.”

Despite the decline of the economy the past couple of years, G.W. Hunters has not faltered. “The food and the service, as well as the family atmosphere, make it successful,” he says. “Plus, I’ve kept my prices very reasonable. In fact, we haven’t raised them in more than two years,” despite the increase in food costs.

Dave truly enjoys his job. “I love interacting with people, seeing friendly faces coming through the door. It’s nice when people are coming to you because they want to come out and have a great time, and they want to have great food, and they know that you will provide that,” he says.

Add to that the friendly service staff, and G.W. Hunters is that go-to family friendly restaurant with consistently fresh, high-quality, handcrafted food at an affordable price. Here you’ll find that place that diners continue to flock to again and again. G.W.’s team has established a loyal following without question; it’s a local favorite sure to be around for years, even decades, to come.

“Each person on my staff takes pride in the restaurant and their job; I would like to think that each one feels like an owner,” says owner Dave Swanson.

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STEAKS • SEAFOOD • CHICKEN WILD GAME • COUNTRY BREAKFAST

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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 6am-9pm Wed.-Sun.

Breakfast/Lunch 6am-2pm Mon.-Tues (During summer months)

G.W.’s Sirloin Steak and Eggs Choose from 6 or 8-ounce cut. Served w/ eggs, potatoes & toast or biscuit

Veggie Skillet Tomatoes, mushrooms & peppers scrambled w/ eggs, potatoes & cheese

Fat Ryan’s Meat Lovers Omelet Ham, bacon & sausage w/ onions, mushrooms, pepper & cheese

Appetizers: Onion Blossom Served w/ Creole remoulade Steamer Clams Served in a white wine, onion & garlic broth

Combo Plate Almond-breaded duck tenderloins, smoked barbecue pork ribs & alligator

Salads:

Lunch:

Chicken Fajita Sautéed onions, peppers & roasted chicken w/ tomatoes, olives, salsa, cheddar cheese & sour cream

G.W. Wild Burger Choose from elk, buffalo or yak

Classic Spinach Warm bacon vinaigrette w/ hard-cooked egg, red onion & fresh parmesan

Steak Sandwich 7-ounce rib eye on a toasted roll w/ a side of horseradish sauce Captain’s Plate Tempura salmon fillets, clam strips & popcorn shrimp

Dinner: Chicken Marsala Chicken sautéed in Marsala wine w/ onions, mushrooms & heavy cream Elk Lasagna Served w/ garlic toast & choice of soup or salad

We are a family owned and operated business since 1999. Our mission is to bring our customers “the best qaulity food and service at a fair price.” We only buy http://www.gwhunterssteakhouse.com/ the freshest of ingredients and cook every meal to-order.

615 N. Spokane St.

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King Crab Stuffed Sole Dover sole stuffed w/ king crab meat, topped w/ dill hollandaise

Steaks Sirloin Steak, Elk Flat Iron Steak, Elk London Broil, Elk Round Steak, Buffalo New York Strip, Filet Mignon, Smoked Pork Ribs, T-Bone, Chicken Fried Steak, King Cut Rib Eye, Rib Eye Steaks, New York Steaks; all are served w/ veggies, choice of potato & choice of soup or salad

GETTING THERE G.W. Hunters is located at 615 N. Spokane St. in Post Falls. http://www.gwhunterssteakTake Exit #5 to Spokane St. house.com/ (208) 777-9388 GWHuntersSteakhouse.com

White House Grill

The Oval Office

Post Falls – 712 N. Spokane St.

Post Falls – 620 N. Spokane St.

(208) 777-9672

(208) 777-2102

(Corner of Spokane Street and Seltice Way off I-90 Exit #5)

(Spokane Street off I-90 Exit #5)

Mediterranean $-$$

Bistro & Martini Bar $-$$

We know traveling has been expensive these days, so, if you want to feel you’re in the Mediterranean drinking Ouzo and eating a crazy amount of garlic, just drive to Post Falls to be with us in our crazy and noisy—but at the same time romantic—White House Grill to taste our cuisine that has lots of garlic and more garlic. You will like our awesome full bar and extensive wine list. Enjoy martinis on our outside patio. There’s even belly dancing on Thursday! You love garlic; we love you! P.S. Dress code is buttnaked or whatever suits you. Open 11am-10pm Sun.-Thurs., 11am-11pm Fri.-Sat. WhiteHouseGrill.com

Unlike our sister restaurant the White House Grill, we bring you a quaint, romantic restaurant in the Northwest that makes awesome Northwest cuisine with a foreigner flair. Come enjoy our famous martinis like the Dirty Monica and Cosmopolitician, and enjoy great steaks, seafood and pastas we know you will love! Check out our fine scotch and wine lists, and take advantage of our happy hour 3-6pm and 9pm-close, with awesome martinis and yummy appetizers for $5. P.S. Dress code is bikinis and more; no butt-naked here! Open 11am-11pm Mon.-Fri., 3-11pm Sat.-Sun.

Capone's Pub and Grill

G.W. Hunters Restaurant and Steakhouse

Post Falls – 315 Ross Point Rd.

Post Falls – 615 N. Spokane St.

(208) 457-8020

(208) 777-9388

American, Pizza $-$$ Featured on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives! You’ve gotta try our pastrami sandwiches and our specialty pizzas! Taste the difference that hand-crafted bread makes! We offer 41 brews on tap, a full bar, appetizers, burgers, sub sandwiches, soups and salads, all scratch cooking!

Offering 10 HDTVs with all your sports, so grab a beer and catch a game with friends. Stop in and stay a while! And we just added a banquet room, perfect for parties and events. We’re open seven days a week, with our kitchen open until 11pm nightly. And don’t forget, families are welcome!

View our menu and entertainment lineup online, and become a fan of Capone’s Pub and Grill on Facebook. CaponesPub.com

Breakfast, Steaks & Seafood $-$$ Family owned and operated since 1999, our mission here at G.W. Hunters is to bring our customers the best quality food and service at a fair price. We know you have many choices when dining out and want to do everything possible to make G.W. Hunters the place of choice. We only buy the freshest ingredients, cook every meal to order and strive for perfection. Offering the area’s best slow-roasted prime rib, we are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun., with breakfast and lunch offered during the summer months Mon.-Tues. We look forward to seeing you.

GWHuntersSteakhouse.com

http://whitehousegrill.com/

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Salade Niçoise (Nee-soah-zeh) Fleur de Sel Ingredients: 4 6-oz. (1 ½ lbs) Tuna Steaks ½ lb. French Trimmed Green Beans 4 Small Red Bliss Potatoes 12 Grape Tomatoes 1 Red Bell Pepper 4 oz. Baby Mixed Greens

½ Cup Pitted Pichouline Olives or Kalamata Olives 2 Organic or Farm-Fresh Eggs 4 Anchovie Fillets 1 Lemon ½ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Salt and pepper to taste Fleur de Sel for finishing

Mise en place: To make vinaigrette: Sear the tuna steaks in a slightly Squeeze the juice of the lemon in oiled sautéed pan or gas grill on a squeeze bottle or plastic sealed high heat for 1 minute on each side container. Add olive oil and the salt (want tuna very rare). Refrigerate and pepper. Shake well. Taste for after cooking. When cold, cut into seasoning. ¼-inch strips. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 5 minutes, strain To dress the salad: and cool in iced water. Strain and Mix the prepared ingredients— refrigerate. Boil potatoes until fork green beans, tomatoes, potatoes, tender. Refrigerate. When cool, cut olives and bell peppers with dressin ¼-inch thick slices.Rinse and cut ing— in a salad bowl and toss well. grape tomatoes in halves. Rinse Divide into four plates equally. and seed bell pepper and cut into Dress the tuna strips around the ¼-inch strips. Rinse mixed greens. salad as displayed in the picture.

Cut the olives in half. Boil eggs (10 Garnish the top of the salad with minutes in boiling water). Refrigerhalf of the hardboiled egg and a ate. When cold, peel and cut in half. rolled anchovy fillet. Squeeze some http://www.sizzlencuisine.com/local_restaurants_ Rinse anchovy fillets. of the dressing on the tuna and chef_recipes.aspx plate. Finish with a sprinkle of Fleur de Sel. Bon appétit.

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A simple and refreshing salad from Nice, France.

It is a great way to start a meal as an appetizer or as a main course all by itself.

The traditional recipe calls for canned tuna, preferably Albacore tuna canned in olive oil, but on this modern version we will use fresh Ahi tuna.

Fleur de Sel

Rosa's Italian Market and Deli

Post Falls – 4365 Inverness Dr. (208) 777-7600

Post Falls – 120 E. Fourth Ave. (208) 777-7400

(Located at the Highland’s Day Spa)

Italian Bistro $-$$

French Bistro $-$$$

At Rosa’s, we offer a fine selection of Italian products! We are an upscale Italian grocery and delicatessen with the warm feel of an Old-World market. Our distinctive menu includes quality, authentic, hard-tofind grocery items and prepared foods. Fresh cut deli items, meats and imported cheeses, Espresso Bar, entrées to-go, wine and beer. The deli serves hot and cold sandwiches, soups, salads, breakfast sweets and specialty drinks, with dinner served 5-8pm Fri. Still hungry? We offer homemade pastries and desserts, fresh-baked Italian breads, sauces, pasta and frozen treats. Come see us for our fresh, homemade Italian foods, just like at Nonna’s house. Buon salute e abbondanza!

RosasMarket.com

Owners Patricia and Laurent Zirotti bring French cuisine to Post Falls.

At Fleur de Sel, you will find everything from soups and salads to exquisite appetizers, rich and creamy pastas, chicken, lamb, duck confit and more. All made in house, from scratch. Oh, and did we mention our mouth-watering desserts? We also offer wine by the glass and bottle, beer and cocktails. If you are looking for an intimate restaurant with seasonal dining on the outdoor patio and a beautiful view, along with an unforgettable meal and experience, head in to Fleur de Sel. We are open 5pm Tues.-Sat. Bon appétit! And be sure to view our menu online.

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WHERE TO FIND ...

wine

tastings Coeur d’Alene::

Hayden::

Sandpoint::

Barrel Room No. 6 Wine Bar Downtown 503 Sherman Ave. (208) 664-9632 4-6pm Wed.-Sat.

Daanen’s Delicatessen 8049 Wayne Blvd.

(208) 772-7371 4:30-7pm Fri.

Pend d’Oreille Winery 220 Cedar (208) 265-8545 Retail Store and Tasting Room 10am-7pm Mon-Wed. 10am-8pm Thurs., 10am-9pm Fri. 10am-7pm Sat. 10am-6pm Sun.

Coeur d’Alene Cellars North 3890 N. Schreiber Way (208) 664-2336 Open for wine tastings 11am-5pm Tues.-Sat. Make Wine Make Beer Midtown 1411 N. Fourth St. (208) 765-8576 Call for Times Pilgrim’s Market Midtown 1316 N. Fourth St. (208) 676-9730 3:30-6:30pm Fri. Studio 107 Downtown 120 N. Fourth St. (208) 664-1201 10am-5pm Mon.-Thurs.

10am-8pm Fri. 10am-6pm Sat. 11am-5pm Sun.

Gourmet Way 6848 Government Way (208) 762-1333 Fri. & Sat. Call for times

Post Falls:: Enoteca Wine Shop 112 E. Seltice Way (208) 457-9885 4-7pm Fri., Noon-7pm Sat. Call for special events each month Little Italy’s Wine Bar 7200 W. Seltice Way Inside A-1 Smoke Shop Exit #299 off I-90 (208) 777-7778 1-10pm Fri. & Sat. 1-7pm Sun. Other times available for special events

Priest River:: Noni Wine Bar Downtown 119 Main St. Ste. 103 (208) 448-4500 Call for Times

Find more area wine tastings, wine dinners and events in Northern Idaho and the greater Spokane metro area @ IdahoCuisine.com

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WHITE HOUSE GRILL

BRINGING FLAVORS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN TO POST FALLS When the White House Grill first opened its doors in 1996, it was just a little white house right off I-90 in Post Falls. A small and intimate seven-table bistro, it served dishes with as much garlic as one can handle. And with owner/chef Raci Erdem at the helm, it instantly became a local restaurant gem.

Raci was then and is still entertaining guests with a little conversation, a lot of joking and a little rhythm with a hand drum. He soon had people traveling from all over North Idaho and Spokane to this little white house in Post Falls, or as he would say, “to see the foreigner in the White House.” And once the secret was out, Raci enjoyed a packed house with a waiting line most days.

At the White House, you will find servers offering fun, friendly service, and music that makes you want to get up and act foolish. You are bound to experience an entertaining and loud restaurant like no other in the area. What fun! During its 15 years serving Post Falls, it has grown to be a Northwest favorite that people talk about. Locals bring their out-oftown family and friends to show them a good time and what a restaurant should be.

A native of Istanbul, Turkey, Raci brought a tasty unique flavor to North Idaho with the gyros, the hummus, the grilled lamb, the crumbled feta —and yes, a lot of garlic. There’s plenty on the menu that offers many flavor sensations; there’s always something to please most any palate.

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Just how did this recipe for success happen so fast? Well, it did take a little time. At the age of 20, Raci decided it was time to venture out into the world, and New York was his destination. When asked how he got to America, Raci says, “I jumped out of a boat in New York and swam to America.” While in New York, he worked various jobs, one in particular he remembers, though not fondly, was moving heavy carpets for $50 a day, motivating him to find a new line of work.

He met a girl, got married and moved to her hometown of Spokane. He worked at Clinkerdagger’s and Salty’s, until he and his good friend and co-worker Dahmo decided to venture into the restaurant business together.

The little white house became the White House Grill. There was no particular culinary school preparation, no recipes for what they wanted to serve. The two friends made up each recipe on the menu. They were inspired to create a place that felt like home, with people

The White House Grill

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&Sandvic/Yemekler

Meza/Salata

Köylu (cold plate) Our own Turkish-style spiced ground lamb meatballs served w/ a warm onion relish

White Bean Salad Traditional Turkish salad w/ white beans, tomatoes, onions, fresh garlic & sumac

Turkish Cigars Spinach & Feta wrapped in filo, served w/ a tomato onion relish

Chicken Athens Marinated chicken grilled & served in a pita w/ a tomato, onion & feta relish

Souvlaki (lamb kabobs) Marinated lamb served over rice w/ a veggie skewer & garlic green beans Kuzu Makarna Grilled lamb, mushrooms & red onions sautéed in a rich parmesan cream sauce

Turkish Plate Spicy marinated lamb grilled, sliced & served over fried eggplant w/ tzatziki. Served w/ rice 7 garlic green beans

Büftek A flat-iron steak marinated in olive oil & lots of fresh garlic, grilled & served w/ patates kizartma (garlic-smothered fried potatoes) & green beans

THE OVAL OFFICE

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gathered around the table engaged in lively conversation, having fun, laughing, eating, drinking, the sound of music and all … the customers literally ate it up! The place took off like wildfire and the value priced menu and festive atmosphere would bring happy diners back to this seven-table bistro regularly. People would bring their family visiting from out of town and plan to meet friends there, all to see the foreigner at the White House.

Dahmo moved on and Raci kept the fun alive and his passion for the restaurant business. Since that humble beginning, his original White House Grill moved down the street into a larger location with full Mediterranean décor and ambiance, and the original little white house became his second restaurant—The Oval Office—with a menu Raci affectionately refers to as “fufu food.” Featuring new-American cuisine with a foreigner flair, the menu includes

The Oval Office

&Cocktails

FuFu Food Petite Gorgonzola Lamb Burgers House-made seasoned ground lamb w/ gorgonzola cheese grilled & citrus-seasoned red cabbage Fufu Pizza Homemade pesto, feta & sun-dried tomatoes baked on a spicy caper sauce Curried Mussels One-pound of mussels w/ spinach, onions & fresh tomatoes simmered in a spicy curry sauce, served w/ grilled rustic bread

Oooh Salad Mixed greens, apples & candied walnuts tossed w/ shaved parmesan & apple-cinnamon vinaigrette Will Barron Steak Black Angus rib-eye grilled to perfection & served w/ a creamy peppercorn steak sauce Fishy Tacos?!

Fresh swordfish grilled & rolled into a flour tortilla w/ wasabi-cilantro slaw, served w/ seasoned fries or salad

Dirty Monica Obama's Mamma Berry Bailout Palin's Panties Phillabuster Watergate Cosmopolitician Impeachment Woodward & Bernstein Intern Wines: White, Sparkling, Red, by the glass and bottle

items such as an olive and feta appetizer, Thai-Coconut Seafood Soup, Chef ’s Plate of marinated lamb grilled and served with a creamy mint sauce, and their own creations of cocktails with scandalous White Houseaffiliated names: the Intern, Palin’s Panties, Berry Bailout and the Dirty Monica. Opened since 2007, the Oval Office, presents its guests with a small cozy environment and a beautiful flavor, making it another local favorite.

Just this year, the Oval Office popularity prompted thoughts about a third restaurant location—this time in Spokane. Thus, the West Wing was born. After all, it is further west. The West Wing offers a lot more of the same great flavors you’ll find at the White House, along with some tasty additions.

The enticing smells are what initially lure you in the door of the White House and the Oval Office. Your experience—the tastes, the sounds, the unique atmosphere of each location—is what will keep you coming back for more. The White House Grill and Oval Office are just two of the reasons to spoil yourself while in Post Falls.

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GETTING THERE The White House Grill is located right down the street at 712 N. Spokane St. (208) 777-9672 WhiteHouseGrill.com and The Oval Office is located at 620 N. Spokane St. off of I-90 Exit #5. (208) 777-2102

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RESTAURANTS

POST FALLS AREA

Big Bear Deli Breakfast Nook Cabin Restaurant, The

Capone's Pub and Grill Caruso's Sandwich Co. Chef in the Forest Club 41 Coffee Cottage Corner Cafe Cruisers Curley's Bar and Bistro El Patio Bar and Grill Famous Willie's Barbecue Fleur de Sel

Golden Dragon

G.W. Hunters Restaurant and Steakhouse Hauser Lake Resort Hot Rod CafĂŠ KC's Breakfast Club La Cabana Mexican Restaurant La Cocina Mexican Restaurant Mallards Restaurant at Templin's Hotel MoonDollars Restaurant Nate's New York Pizza Old European

Oval Office, The Pizza Factory Rancho Viejo Rob's Seafood and Burgers

Rosa's Italian Market and Deli Toro Viejo

White House Grill Wooden Shoe

Post Falls

457-8465

Post Falls

777-8444

4041 W. Riverbend Ave.

Post Falls

773-3086

402 W. Seltice Way

Post Falls

457-1906

700 E. Eighth Ave. 115 W. Seltice Way 315 N. Ross Point Rd.

Post Falls

12008 N. Woodland Beach Dr.

Hauser Lake

773-3654

Post Falls

777-9808

Post Falls

262-9097

Post Falls

773-3785

Post Falls

773-4706

Hauser Lake

773-5816

900 N. Highway 41 1121 N. Spokane St. 203 E. Seltice Way 6105 W. Seltice Way 26433 W. Highway 53

State Line

773-2611

107 E. Seventh Ave.

Post Falls

773-0000

106 W. Seltice Way

Post Falls

457-0137

18226 W. Main St.

Hauser Lake

6902 W. Seltice Way 4365 E. Inverness Dr.

Post Falls

615 N. Spokane St.

Post Falls

1610 E. Schneidmiller Rd.

Post Falls

777-1712

Post Falls

773-3764

Post Falls

773-4325

Post Falls

777-1280

Post Falls

777-1422

Post Falls

777-7040

740 N. Cecil Rd. 604 E. Seltice Way 780 N. Cecil Rd. 414 E. First Ave. 609 N. Syringa St.

777-7600 777-9388 773-6227

Post Falls

773-6697

1710 E. Schneidmiller Rd.

Post Falls

777-2017

3904 E. Mullan Ave.

Post Falls

777-4373

920 N. Highway 41 620 N. Spokane St.

Post Falls

2525 E. Seltice Way

777-2102

Post Falls

773-6600

104 W. Seltice Way

Post Falls

773-5214

3960 W. Fifth Ave.

Post Falls

773-5037

120 E. Fourth St.

Post Falls

712 N. Spokane St.

Post Falls

306 N. Spokane St.

Post Falls

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CIAO MAMBO HAYDEN LAKE, RATHDRUM & SPIRIT LAKE “To give life to beauty, the painter uses a whole range of colours, musicians of sounds, the cook of tastes …." ~ Lucien Tendret

Family Friendly Dining With Style The scratch menu combined with subtle lighting, vibrant art and Dean Martin singing in the background makes for a perfect setting for families, friends, business associates and a little amore’ rendezvous. Ciao Mambo is a place where the adults can enjoy a nice bottle of wine with friends, while the kids are entertained by coloring on the butcher paper or even learning how to toss their own pizza with the crew.

The Mambo’s experience means not only excellent friendly service, but great attention to details; getting to know their guests all the while making sure their experience is unforgettable, this time and every time to come.

The menu offers signature items which are creative twists on classic Italian recipes and include a variety of rich savory sauces, traditional parmigianas, classic seafood pastas, lighter fare and their famous hand-tossed brick-oven pizzas. The distinctive wine list

includes both Italian, American and Northwest favorites. Whether you venture over to a Barbera from Northern Italy or a Primitivo from the Southern region, the knowledgeable staff will help you make the right choice. In the mood for a cocktail? Try one of their uniquely styled cocktails like the Cosmo Bellisimo, Caprese Martini or Rubicon.

To experience Mambos is so much more than the smell of garlic and tomatoes simmering, more than Sinatra’s swooning and the lively conversations at the tables, more than just efficient and engaging service … it’s any and all of these things plus that cozy family atmosphere that makes going to Mambos a one-of-a-kind dining extravaganza.

8166 N. Government Way ~ (208) 772-9555 ~ CiaoMambo.com

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

HAYDEN AREA

HAYDEN LAKE CITY BEACH Hayden and the Hayden Lake area are no exception

Gourmet Way, offering one-of-a-kind kitchenware and

more beautiful each passing day, with residents, both

gadgets, specialty foods and more!

new and established, here for the rural small-town

Hayden’s own destination for families with kids

feel. The culinary scene here is both gourmet and

is Triple Play, with its water park, bowling lanes,

family friendly with vibrant restaurants, specialty

go-karts, miniature golf, laser tag, bumper boats and

shopping and the Kootenai County Farmers’ Market.

other games.

Ciao Mambo is the local Italian family style

Hayden Lake hasn’t often been thought of as a

restaurant and, just up the street on Government Way,

happening place, but all that has changed with its

you’ll find Hayden’s Main Street and the charming

revamped main street between Prairie and Hayden

restaurant Kynrede Café, with Mexican delights

avenues on Government Way, bringing a new sense of

offered at the nearby Rancho Viejo. A bit further

community to the neighborhood. Hayden city officials

north on Miles Avenue sits a neighborhood favorite,

are working with local businesses on events that will

The Porch Public House, next to the Hayden Lake

enhance their new sense of place in this growing

Country Club. The world-famous Clark House is

area. Free summer concerts in the park run from July

a stunningly beautiful mansion, a restored elegant

through August.

country inn overlooking Hayden Lake. This is

Hayden is famous for its long-standing culinary

the place to reserve for a truly special event. The

event, Daanen’s Oktoberfest, held annually the last

Boathouse on Hayden Lake offers spectacular views to

Saturday in September. This marks the 17th year of

its dining experience.

the event, and the whole block gets involved with the

Additional eateries include Blue Plate Café, Rustler’s Roost, Sargents, Toro Viejo and Rancho Viejo, and the new Copa.

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fun. This is an event for all ages with music, food, beer and wine, like no other in Kootenai County.

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

KYNREDE CAFE

THE PORCH

THE BOAT HOUSE

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DELICATESSEN

An Everyday Oktoberfest!

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ark and Irene Daanen first moved to North Idaho nearly two decades ago with their three young children. Looking for a better quality of life, they found themselves in a close-knit, caring community, where neighbors greet one another with friendly smiles and kind hellos.

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found an existing convenience store but quickly decided to change the emphasis to a gourmet grocery and delicatessen.

They replaced the corn dogs, engine oil and rental movies with Prosciutto, Stilton cheese and imported wines. As Mark recalls, people thought they were crazy, but they believed they were just ahead of the curve, bringing in products you couldn’t find anywhere in North Idaho at the time.

Daanen’s Delicatessen is more than just a retail wine shop, beer

shop or deli; it is a unique business combining all. By offering a wide variety of food products with their extensive selection of more than 250 beers and 500 wines, Daanen’s offers a dining experience unrivaled in the Northwest.

The husband-and-wife team lives the gourmand dream; they choose their travel destinations based on the best locations to find premium beer, wine, chocolate and a wide array of other epicurean delights to stock Daanen’s Delicatessen.

Daanen’s Delicatessen has assembled a global selection of imports since they opened their doors in 1992. They use the classic, OldWorld method of slice to-order, just the thickness the customer wants.

The quality and freshness that comes from behind the Daanen’s counter cannot be matched in value or flavor by a vacuumed-packed or pre-sliced product. In addition to the traditional deli fare of turkey, pastrami and roast beef—and of course the freshest bread anywhere!—you will find Italian dry-cured salami, authentic German bologna and Black Forest Ham. They even carry headcheese. The unique cheese selection includes Roquefort, Bleu, d’Auvergne, Leyden, and double and triple cream Brie cheeses. Along with offering a wide selection on their shelves and in their deli case, Daanen’s also has a full lunch and dinner menu. The sign outside offering lunch specials for two would tempt any passerby, and you can enjoy a bottle of wine or a beer from anywhere around the globe with your meal for a nominal markup.

The grocery area showcases fine European chocolates, cookies and jams. Imported chocolates and sweets include Milka (fine German milk chocolate), Sarotti (German chocolate), Ritter Sport (German choclate squares), Droste

(Dutch chocolate), Perugina (Italian chocolate), Haribo (sweets from Germany) and Toblerone (the legendary triangular Swiss chocolate).

In addition to the deli and import products, Daanen’s Delicatessen offers catering services for parties large and small, on or off site, gourmet dinners in house as well as to go, beer and wine tastings, seasonal outdoor patio dining, live music and more.

Overall, Mark and Irene maintain a European feel throughout the delicatessen, coinciding with their German and Dutch heritage, which guests can tell from the moment they approach the building and walk through the doors. The Bavarian style of the delicatessen offers patrons a community-style dining table, 20-seats long, in the center of the room.

The Daanen’s are more than just a business in Hayden; they are part of the community. Unlike doing business in a larger city where few really know you, in the Hayden community everybody seems to get involved in the area’s events.

Each year, on the last Saturday of September, the Daanen’s parking lot fills with lederhosen-clad, steintoting nosh enthusiasts for the largest party in Hayden—Oktoberfest!

Traditionally, Oktoberfest is a 16-day

festival held in Munich, Germany, during late September through early October. Six-million attendees make Munich’s Oktoberfest the world’s largest fair! The festivities are centered around eating large amounts of food such as Hendl, Schweinsbraten, Steckerlfisch, Würstel, Brezel, Reiberdatschi, Spätzle and Sauerkraut—in English that would be chicken, roast pork, grilled fish on a stick, sausages, pretzels, potato pancakes, small dumplings and red cabbage. And don’t forget the bier—beer!

At Daanen’s celebration, you will sample all of this traditional fare served with mugs upon pitchers upon kegs of beer such as Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Marzen of Bamberg, Germany. Enjoy this free, family friendly event held in a secure and happy environment for all ages.

You will find great food, microbrews, live traditional music and fun beerbased competitions for adults, along with games and activities for children.

You can enjoy the flavors of Oktoberfest at Daanen’s Delicatessen every day, and this year, be sure to mark your calendars and attend the largest Oktoberfest celebration in North Idaho with the Daanen’s. Prost!

Each year, on the last Saturday of GETTING THERE September, the Daanen’s parking lot Daanen's is located at 8049 Wayne Blvd. fills with lederhosen-clad, stein-toting in Hayden. From Way Hwy nosh enthusiasts for the largest party Government 95 go east onto Prairie Avenue Turn left onto in Hayden ... Oktoberfest!

Daanen’s Oktoberfest Save the Dates: Sept. 24, 2011 & Sept. 29, 2012

Wayne Boulevard Daanen's will be on your left.

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The Porch Public House

Hayden – 8049 Wayne Blvd.

Hayden – 1658 E. Miles Ave.

(208) 772-7371

(208) 772-7711

(Government Way and Prairie)

Pub & Grill $-$$

Deli, Import Specialties, Wine & Beer Shop $-$$

A beautiful golf-course view without the cost of joining the country club makes The Porch an ideal setting for a delicious meal any time of year. We offer a full menu of sandwiches, salads, soups and specialties prepared from scratch without the high price of fine dining. Whether you choose to dine in our comfortable pub-style dining room or enjoy the view from our fantastic outdoor dining area, you’ll feel at home with us. We offer the region’s finest cocktails, microbrews and wines to accompany your meal. You’ll find our doors open anytime as we open at 11am seven days a week year round and keep our kitchen cooking up delicious food late every night. If you’d like more information including specials, menu, photos and directions, please visit our Web site. WeDontHaveOne.com

Your full-service deli shoppe serving Hayden for 19 years, offering OldWorld flavor and speedy counter service with gourmet to-go entrées, slice to-order imported sausages, salamis, meats, European cheeses, specialties and international gift baskets. We are home of the One Pounder deli sandwich, with more than 1/2 million sold! Find the area’s finest selection of wines, beers, ales and chocolates, with more than 250 varieties of beer, 500 wines and 35 champagnes. We offer beer from around the world including Belgium, Germany and England. Stop in for wine tastings 4:30-7pm every Friday; beer tastings 6-8pm the first Thursday of each month. Attend our annual Oktoberfest, held on the last Saturday of September—Hayden’s biggest block party! Find us on Facebook.

Ciao Mambo Hayden – 8166 N. Government Way (208) 772-9555 (Located at Hayden Creek Plaza on the corner of Prairie and Government Way) Italian $$

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Known for our immigrant-style Italian cuisine prepared in house, we take great pride in being a made-to-order scratch kitchen. Combine that with vibrant art, Dean Martin singing in the background and a knowledgeable friendly staff, and you’ve got a perfect atmosphere for families, friends, business associates and even couples. Defined as classic recipes with a twist, menu items include irresistible pastas, hand-tossed brick-oven pizzas, fresh antipasti, mouthwatering desserts and more. Distinctive wine list, specialty cocktails and full bar are available. Open 11:30am-close daily for lunch and dinner.

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Kynrede Café Hayden – 8885 N. Government Way (208) 772-8643 American Northwest Fresh $-$$ Our cozy, warm atmosphere and gourmet cuisine will bring you back for more. Find home-style seafood, pastas, soups, great appetizers, wraps and salads with our own specialty dressings. Wine, beer, tea and espresso are also on the menu, with desserts to include freshmade Éclairs, Crème Brûlée and Bread Pudding. There’s homemade bread and even dinners to go! In-house parties are available for up to 40 people.

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THE PORCH

EXTRAORDINARY NEIGHBORHOOD FIND! Eight years ago, the local team who opened Moon Time in Coeur d’Alene followed up with the Porch Public House in Hayden Lake. Nestled in the Hayden neighborhood, surrounded by tall pines and the grassy green of the country club, the casual pub is just right and in the ideal location for a tall cool drink after work, golf or play on the lake. The namesake porch is screened for the fresh-air deckdining in summer, and the log building makes for cozy company in winter.

At The Porch they prepare everything on the menu from scratch and offer a select and

changing array of draft microbrews and fine wines. Menu offerings include inventive house-made soups, extraordinary sandwiches, creative weekly specials and the best beer to be found. You’ll never have to worry about dressing up or breaking the bank either as both The Porch and Moon Time feature comfortable pub-style atmospheres, friendly efficient service and the best prices in the region.

Join the local crowd at The Porch for an experience that will leave you wishing you had a place like this in your neighborhood.

1658 E. Miles (208) 772-7711 WeDontHaveOne.com

Burgers

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Southwestern Taco Salad Romaine lettuce w/ black beans, tortilla chips, red onions, fire-roasted corn, cheese & creamy barbecue/ chipotle-pepper dressing

Moon Burger 6-oz. lean, char-grilled burger topped w/ melted cheddar & caramelized onions, served w/ lettuce, tomato, mayo on a toasted bun

Idaho Ruby Red Trout Grilled New York Lightly breaded, panHand-cut, 8-oz. grilled seared & oven-finished NY steak smothered topped w/ a lemon in creamy peppercorn cream sauce served sauce served w/ Santa Fe Chicken w/ bacon/smokedsautéed mushrooms http://www.wedonthaveone.com/porch5-oz. pan-seared cheddar potato cakes, & bacon/smokedchickenmenu.htm breast topped garnished w/ fresh cheddar potato cakes w/ roasted poblano parsley & lemon Seared Pork peppers, melted 74th St. Gumbo Soft Tacos Monterey Jack cheese, Chicken, sausage, Thinly sliced marinated honey cream cheese, shrimp & vegetables pork is seared & mayo, red onion on a in a traditional sauce served in two flour grilled bun served over rice. It’s tortillas w/ coleslaw hot!

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RESTAURANTS

HAYDEN AREA

Blue Plate Café, The

10015 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-8399

Boathouse Restaurant, The

3799 E. Hayden Lake Rd.

Hayden Lake

772-5057

Breakfast Nook

13668 W. Highway 53

Rathdrum

687-8480

Caruso's Sandwich Co.

113 W. Prairie Shopping Center

Hayden

762-4676

Clark House

5250 E. Hayden Lake Rd.

Hayden Lake

772-3470

Ciao Mambo

8116 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-9555

Copa, The

9265 N. Government Way

Hayden

635-5534

Donut House

8761 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-5771

Daanen's Delicatessen

8049 N. Wayne Blvd.

Hayden

772-7371

Kynrede Café

8885 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-8643

Local Grind Café

8110 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-3355

MoonDollars Restaurant

5416 W. Village Blvd.

Rathdrum

687-5396

Noodle Express

305 W. Prairie Shopping Center

Hayden

762-8488

O' Malley's Sports Pub and Grill

13742 W. Highway 53

Twin Lakes

687-5996

Paul Bunyan Too

8625 N. Government Way

Hayden

762-2320

Paul's Country Store Classic Deli and Wine Grotto 702 E. Prairie Ave.

Hayden

762-3354

Paupau's Kitchen

9751 N. Government Way

Hayden

762-0169

Rancho Viejo

8882 N. Government Way

Hayden

762-3310

Porch Public House, The

1658 E. Miles Ave.

Hayden

772-7711

Rustler's Roost Restaurant

9757 N. Highway 95

Hayden

772-6613

Rusty's

9205 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-2400

Salsa Factory

8016 W. Main St.

Rathdrum

687-2464

Sargents Restaurant and Lounge

9021 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-4114

Toro Viejo

9510 N. Government Way

Hayden

772-0291

Toro Viejo

15837 N. Westwood Dr.

Rathdrum

687-3723

Yellow House

11068 N. Government Way

Hayden

762-1040

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SANDPOINT, SANDPOINT, PRIEST LAKE & HOPE & HOPE AREA PRIEST LAKE

"Live each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink “A well-run restaurant is like the drink, taste the fruit a winning baseball team. It and resign to thecrew makes the yourself most of every influences of each." mem DavidDavid OgilvyThoreau ~~Henry

Ambiance And Exquisite Food Fine dining is not only about exquisite food preparation but

Almost everything on the menu is made on the restaurant

the ambiance of where the food is served. Restaurant Forty-One

premises; every sauce, every dressing is made in house. Chef

South does just that with a to-die-for view overlooking Lake

Jeremy cold smokes beef fillets on site using mesquite wood,

Pend Oreille. Even on a stormy day the restaurant invites you

grilling them to perfection and serving them with a bĂŠarnaise and

in to experience the coziness of its rustic beamed ceilings, real

a white truffle tomato salad. Game night is every Saturday with

wood-lit fireplaces, wisteria-draped decks and terraces tucked

an offering of native elk, bison and antelope. A Honey-Mustard

into the hillside under the pines with the anticipation of catching

Grilled Salmon is orchestrated by placing a salmon fillet on a bed

a gorgeous sunset. Boaters, too, can experience the ambiance of

of rice surrounded by mustard sauce with raw honey combs atop.

Forty-One South from private boat docks or call ahead to have

The heat from the grilled salmon melts the raw honey causing it

food tailor-made for a boating experience and delivered dockside.

to drip off the sides into the mustard sauce for a sweet tangy taste

New owner Cassandra Cayson and her business partner, Executive Chef Jeremy Heidel, offer an unparalleled dining experience. A new kitchen garden offers up fresh herbs and decorative edible flowers, and a dedicated pastry kitchen allows

extraordinaire. This is finished off with frizzled leeks for an edible art presentation.

Simple food preparation with an artistic bend is the Forty-One South signature presentation on each and every menu selection.

for attention to the freshest ingredients and finest presentations attainable.

41 Lakeshore Dr. ~ (208)-265-2000 ~ 41SouthSandpoint.com

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

SANDPOINT AREA

THE VIEW AT BEYOND HOPE RESORT

SANDPOINT CITY BEACH

Sandpoint

Sandpoint’s views certainly match Sandpoint’s food—both are exquisite.

Sandpoint, Idaho, is located on the magnificent 43-mile long Lake Pend Oreille, with Schweitzer Mountain Resort just minutes away. Sandpoint enjoys the distinction awarded by Sunset Magazine readers as the “Best Small Town in the West” and was voted one of the top-20 Dream Towns (The New Best Places to Live and Play) by Outside Magazine. The community is home to a thriving arts scene, year-round recreational opportunities and events such as Lost in the ’50s, Classic Wooden Boat show, The Idaho Draft Horse and Mule Show, and The Festival at Sandpoint, a 10-day outdoor concert event in mid-August featuring a variety of genres of musical world-class entertainment.

Sandpoint may be small in size but mighty in its selection of dining options.

With a variety of ethnic, casual, waterfront and fine-dining choices, Sandpoint delivers a great culinary environment for you to enjoy.

Casual fine dining along the waterfront includes the stunning three-tier patio at Forty-One South, and Trinity at City Beach, right on the City Beach with a large grassy

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area enjoyable for the whole family. Be sure to plan a stop at Sandpoint’s own awardwinning Pend d’Oreille Winery for a taste of one of North Idaho’s three wineries. The wine is made on the premises from grapes grown in the Walla Walla area and they offer several tasty delights in their Bistro Rouge Café. Downtown offers the awardwinning Ivano's Italian Ristorante and Bistro.

Bottle Bay Restaurant, Arlo’s, Bangkok Cuisine, Hydra, Jalapeño’s and Di Luna’s all add to the food culture of Sandpoint.

Toss in the intimate coffee shops and cafés, bakeries and walk-up eateries to enjoy, and you’re set. While taking in Sandpoint’s walking-town scene, you are sure to find just the dining experience to suit most anyone’s taste.

Arts Council stages the Annual Arts and Craft Fair held at City Beach in August.

The free self-guided driving tour, Artists’ Studio Tour of North Idaho, is a unique event where you will find a wide variety of mediums such as sculpting, paintings, pottery, glass, paper Mache, jewelry and much more. Outdoor recreation includes Schweitzer Mountain for both snow sports and mountain biking, and of course, on Lake Pend Oreille, there are plenty of

places for canoeing, kayaking and fishing.

Sailing and fishing charters are popular for all ages. Pend Oreille Cruises offers dinner cruises, sunset cruises and more. Sandpoint truly is a four-season destination. There are so many great places here to just relax and enjoy food while drinking in the breathtaking views!

Hope

Hope, Idaho, is a lovely burg on the

north shore of Lake Pend Oreille, 12 miles from Sandpoint. This is where you will find the Floating Restaurant, Lake Pend Oreille’s only floating restaurant accessible by boat or car via highway 200, and Sweet Lou's. The Restaurant at Beyond Hope Resort on Lake Pend Oreille’s beautiful Hope Peninsula, Ivano's Del Lago, boasts spectacular views of the lake and breathtaking sunsets; true Idaho elegance.

Priest Area

A little further northwest, you will find the Priest River and the pristine Priest Lake.

With plenty of room to recreate and relax, Priest Lake has a bonus—lots and lots of great restaurants!

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DOWNTOWN SANDPOINT Hearing a passionate description of Priest Lake, even seeing beautiful pictures of the area, doesn’t come close to the magnificent presentation nature makes in this Alpine-like 27-mile-long, highmountain lake. Year-round recreation brings families together for reunions and generations of memorable experiences shared. Area resorts and restaurants bring people together for enjoyment and camaraderie before, during and after a hard day of playing together! Lakeside resorts and marinas offer a beautiful setting for

gourmet and family style meals alike.

Culinary experiences here range from the bakery cafés, burgers, pizzas and brews to award-winning fine dining that rivals any in the Spokane-Coeur d’Alene area.

Come as you are; casual is the dress code.

They welcome all with attentive service and pampering. Spectacular lake views are the bonus and some of the most notable views seen at Cavanaugh Bay and The Waterfront Restaurant in Coolin; and Elkins, Hill’s, Priest Lake Marina and Grandview Resort on the west side of the lake. Other off-the-

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lake family dining restaurants include the Chimney Rock Café and Millie’s.

Four seasons of family gatherings and recreation are awaiting your arrival. Let your imagination be your guide! Bring along friends and family to have fun, or just relax. All resorts offer year-round accommodations and services, some on a nightly basis. Any time of year, the Priest Lake area delivers magical beauty, a variety of area restaurants and is only an hour-anda-half beautiful drive from Coeur d’Alene or Spokane.

TATRCITY I NBEACH ITY Unmatched Lakeside Dining Offering

Great Food, Impeccable Service and Heart

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here are more than three things you should know about Trinity at City Beach: great food breakfast to late-night, breathtaking lakefront, excellent service. Now add a kids’ menu, extensive wine list and full bar, plenty of easy parking, 250-seat capacity (including the huge patio) and an ever-changing range of event specials like open mic night and live music.

Don’t forget location. Poised at the entrance to City Beach, TCB is an ideal stopover for a casual meal like Beer-Battered Fish and Chips or Pecan-Crusted Chicken Salad.

Or meet for drinks and enjoy the sunset with good friends. And you’re just steps away from the marina and 18 acres of City Beach, including tennis and basketball courts, kids’ playgrounds and supervised swim

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areas along plenty of beachfront.

Situated inside Best Western Edgewater Hotel, they’re a fullservice restaurant to those who call Sandpoint home for the day, the season or even year round. No matter the time of day or the weather, you’ll never tire looking out over Lake Pend Oreille and the distant mountains.

Trinity at City Beach fits a wide range of dining styles. Breakfast might mean a savory Greek Scramble in a warm basil-tomato tortilla or a quick yogurt and granola before you hit the sand, the slopes or a day of shopping in Sandpoint. With their classically trained chefs and an emphasis on top-notch service, TCB is also a finedining destination. Executive Chef Thane Jenness and Sous Chef Andrew Mills—both from New Mexico and trained at Portland’s Western Culinary Institute—bring a variety of influences and experiences to TCB including Mexican, Alsatian French,

German and cuisine from both the Southwest and Northwest.

Try hearty fare like prime rib or prosciutto and Brie-Stuffed Chicken Breast and TCB classics such as Cedar Plank Salmon topped with Granny Smith apple slaw and lemon beurre blanc.

You don’t have to be a math scholar to realize this place has a little something for everyone. And yet, for all Trinity at City Beach does in the kitchen, it’s what they’re doing in the community that puts the good in the good food experience you can expect there.

“This is home,” says owner Justin Dick, who relocated to Sandpoint permanently in 2007 after a decade of visiting family in the area. He has spent as much time revamping the restaurant as he has redefining community. Children and educational causes are near and dear to his heart, says Justin, the father of 3-year-old

[While dining at Trinity at City Beach] no matter the time of day or the weather, you’ll never tire looking out over Lake Pend Oreille and the distant mountains.

Jace with wife, Shaunavee. After earning his degree in childhood development/psychology from University of Colorado Denver, Justin’s first job was working with underserved school populations. Although he eventually refocused on sales, marketing and business, the impact was long lasting.

“I was fortunate to grow up in a family that had a good sense of giving back,” says Justin of his parents, who started the original Café Trinity on First Avenue.

Named for the three key ingredients central to Cajun cooking (bell peppers, onions and celery), Trinity, notes Justin, receives a lot of requests for community support and sponsorship. Yet he didn’t want to just write a check; he wanted to integrate the philosophy of giving back into the business.

Since 2009, Justin has relocated and expanded the restaurant, broadened its menu and committed to such causes as Kinderhaven, which provides in-crisis support to children, and Team Laughing Dog Racing 24/7 for Autism. TCB hosts events such as Yappy Hour, in which pooches and

pet-owners can enjoy a pint or two benefiting the Panhandle Animal Shelter, and Cycle Hard for Education (CHaFE) 150, which raises money for Panhandle Alliance for Education.

Justin notes, with excitement, how TCB’s involvement in charitable causes like the Wishing Star Foundation breakfast has galvanized staff, whom he describes as family.

“They’ll encourage me go spend time with my family,” he says, “and I know that translates to how they treat our guests.”

Family includes guests, too, says Justin, who says he has found new ways to communicate with an ever-widening audience. An avid member of the Chamber of Commerce (which voted Trinity at City Beach the 2010 Business of the Year) and Rotary, Justin also does an email newsletter, restaurant blog and regularly posts to Facebook and Twitter. The result is a vibrant community of customers, ranging from the winter-loving locals who come to their KPND radio Ski and Board parties to the music fans in favor of easy listening or even a little

dancing. A chance conversation with one regular customer resulted in a new source for produce and farm-fresh eggs, while a chat with the folks at ArtWorks gallery has meant hosting the food for Art Walk receptions.

“The exciting part of Trinity at City Beach, says Justin, “is that there’s always more we can do.” TrinityAtCityBeach.com GETTING THERE Trinity At City Beach is located at 58 Bridge St. in Sandpoint,.

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SWEET LOU'S After 16 years as a restaurant manager, 10 at leading Seattle steakhouses, Chad Foust, along with his wife Meggie and their now 2-year-old son, Lou, set out to establish a restaurant befitting their young family's lifestyle; wholesome home-style comfort food in big portions at an economical price. Sweet Lou's is a restaurant where children are more then welcome, in fact they are encouraged. A Lou's Pals menu for children 10 and younger is available.

And for the older but young at heart, a bake-while-you-wait cast-iron deep-dish chocolate chip cookie with a double scoop of ice cream on top can be had. Pure decadence!

Not forgetting his steakhouse years, Chad loves to highlight his personal favorites; a hand cut 12- or 18-ounce fresh rib eye, or his St. Louis Barbecue Ribs served with a choice of three unusual sauces—a house sauce, a bourbon barbecue sauce or a chocolate barbecue sauce. Not forgetting the all-American sandwich and burger; all your favorites are offered. The menu items are served for both lunch and dinner; reservations not required.

A full bar complements this festive atmosphere of lakeside eating. You have a choice of inside seating or outside dining under a seasonal heated covered dock deck. A pull-up boat

dock fits three boats with a public long dock available, and lakeside vehicle parking is ample.

Coming back to their roots and local historical family history, the Foust family chose the north end of Lake Pend Oreille for its fabulous views.

An old family recipe, Grandma Tink's Huckleberry Cobbler, and S'mores assembled and toasted right at your table on a hibachi-style barbecue are two more favorites. Sweet Lou's is a place to celebrate and eat well where a fun time can be had by all.

Be sure to find them on Facebook.

Hope ~ 46624 Hwy 200 East (208) 264-5999

Vitalife Organic Café and Smoothies

Trinity at City Beach

Priest River – 119 Main St. Ste. 102A

Sandpoint – 58 Bridge St. (208) 255-7558

(208) 448-1444

(Located at the Best Western Edgewater Motel adjacent to Sandpoint City Beach)

Deli, Cafe, Vegetarian & Organic $ Vitalife Centre offers delicious organic wraps, sandwiches, salads, smoothies, espresso and more in the newly renovated Beardmore Building in Historic Downtown Priest River. More than just a great place to eat, Vitalife Centre also features an Energy and Wellness Spa, where you can relax and revitalize your mind and body. Experience the benefits of quantum biofeedback, vibrational exercise, ionic detoxifying footbaths and much more, at Vitalife Centre ... your world away from the world.

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Fresh Seafood, Steaks & Salads $$ Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with the best view of Lake Pend Oreille. Our outstanding menu features seafood, steaks, salads and appetizers. Our full bar offers guest a great selection of wines, beers and cocktails and features a daily happy hour. Deck seating is also available during the warmer months. We’re open 7:30am-10pm daily.

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Forty-One South Sandpoint – 41 Lakeshore Dr. (208) 265-2000 Innovative Classic Cuisine $$-$$$

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A popular spot for locals, tourists and business travelers, Forty One South is a waterfront fine-dining restaurant located at the south end of the Long Bridge in Sandpoint. A relaxed lodge setting and great service paired with innovative modernAmerican cuisine makes for one of North Idaho's premier dining experiences. We stock a full bar, extensive wine list and an outside patio overlooking the pristine waters of the Pend Oreille River. Hours vary by season, so please call or check our Web site for times. We also offer off-site catering and a private dining room. Reservations are recommended. 41SouthSandpoint.com

Bistro Rouge Café at Pend d'Oreille Winery Sandpoint – 220 Cedar St. (208) 265-8545 (Located inside the Pend d'Oreille Winery) Light Tapas, Pizza & Sandwiches $-$$ Here at Bistro Rouge Cafe we offer lunch and dinner in our unique and classy bistro. The Menu rotates seasonally and offers tapas, pizzas, sandwiches and salads, and of course a great wine selection! Outdoor patio seating is available. Our summer hours are 11am-3pm Sun.-Wed., 11am-close Thurs.-Sat. POWine.com

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Field Green Summer Salad Trinity at City Beach Ingredients: 2 Cups Rice Wine Vinegar 1 1/2 Cups Honey 1/2 Cup Dijon Mustard 1/4 Cup Lime Juice 2 Tbsp. Sesame Oil 2 Cups Canola Oil Salt and Pepper to taste Local Field Greens Local Fresh Fruit

Method: Put all ingredients, except oil, in blender and blend. Slowly add oil to emulsify. Adjust salt and peper to taste. Toss with local field greens and fruit. The honey-lime vinaigrette also makes a great sauce for grilled salmon and sea bass.

Serves 4 - 6

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RESTAURANTS

SANDPOINT AREA

Priest Lake

Ardy's Bakery and Café

205 Cavanaugh Bay Rd.

Arlo's Ristorante

330 N. First Ave.

Bab's Pizzeria

1319 Highway 2

Bangkok Cuisine

202 N. Second Ave.

Bistro Rouge Café

220 Cedar St.

Blue Moon Café

334 N. First Ave.

Café Bodega at Foster's Crossing

504 Oak St.

Cavanaugh's

4024 Cavanaugh Bay Rd.

Cedar St. Bridge Café

334 N. First St.

Chimney Rock Café

27918 Highway 57

Connie's Café

323 Cedar St.

Di Luna's Café

207 Cedar St.

Dover Bay Café

651 Lakeshore Ave.

Eichardt's Pub and Grill

212 Cedar St.

Elkins Resort

404 Elkins Rd.

Evan's Brothers Coffee

524 Church St.

Floating Restaurant, The

Highway 200

Hope

1015 Highway 2

Priest River

Sandpoint Sandpoint Sandpoint Sandpoint Sandpoint Sandpoint Priest Lake Sandpoint Priest Lake Sandpoint Sandpoint Dover Sandpoint Priest Lake/Nordman Sandpoint

41 Lakeshore Dr.

Sandpoint

Hill's Resort

4777 W. Lakeshore Dr.

Priest Lake

Hydra Restaurant

115 Lake St.

Ivano's Italian Ristorante

102 S. First Ave.

Sandpoint

Jalapeños

314 N. Second Ave.

Sandpoint

Forty One South Hardwood Grill

Sandpoint

1267 Peninsula Rd.

Hope

Laughing Dog Brewing Co.

55 Emerald Industrial Park Rd.

Ponderay

MickDuff's Brewing Co.

312 N. First Ave.

Millie's Restaurant and Bar

28441 Idaho 57

Monarch Mountain Coffee

208 N. Fourth Ave.

Noni Wine Bar

119 Main St.

Oishii

116 N. First Ave.

Old Icehouse Pizza

140 West Main St.

Pie Hut

502 Church St.

Pine Street Bakery

710 Pine St.

Ranch Club Golf Course and Steakhouse

4555 Highway 2

Sand Creek Grill

105 S. First Ave.

Second Avenue Pizza

215 S. Second Ave.

Slate's Primetime Grill and Sports Bar

477272 Highway 95

Spud's Rotisserie and Grill

102 N. First St.

Sandpoint

Trinity at City Beach

58 Bridge St.

Sandpoint

Ivano's Del Lago at Beyond Hope Resort

Sweet Lou's

Trinity at Willow Bay

Sandpoint Priest River Sandpoint Priest River Sandpoint Hope Sandpoint Sandpoint Priest River Sandpoint Sandpoint Ponderay

46624 Hwy 200 East

Hope

520 Willow Bay Rd.

Priest River

958 Blue Diamond Rd.

Coolin

119 Main St.

Priest River

Willow Wok, The

1305 Albeni Highway

Priest River

Winter Ridge Café and Bakery

703 Lake St.

VitaLife Organic Café and Smoothies

Waterfront Restaurant

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Sandpoint

443-4086 255-4186 265-7992 265-4149 265-8545 265-9953 263-5911 443-2095 265-4396 443-0202 255-2227 263-0846 265-6467 263-4005 443-2432 265-5553 264-5311

265-2000 448-4489 443-2251 263-7123 263-0211

263-0211 263-2995 263-9222 255-4351 443-2365 265-9382 448-4500 263-1406 264-5555 265-2208 263-9012 448-1731 255-5736 263-9321 263-1381 265-4311

264-5999 255-7558 265-8854

448-1444 443-2240 448.2965 255-2079

SHOPPING FOR THE BEST Noncooks think it's silly to invest two hours' work in two minutes' enjoyment; but if cooking is evanescent, so is the ballet. ~ Julia Child

Your One-Stop Specialty Shop Gourmet Way offers those one-of-a-kind kitchen gadgets, specialty food items and distinctive wines for the discerning chef in all of us.

More than 10 years ago, it was quite the undertaking in opening such a unique store in Coeur d’Alene. Now located in the Hayden Creek Plaza in Hayden, Gourmet Way is still standing strong with a loyal following behind them. One of the many things that differentiate this shop from chain or grocery stores is that the staff listens to its customers’ needs. As the area has grown, their merchandise has evolved with the aspirations and desires of the customers; that same goal continues today. At Gourmet Way, you will find a staff trained to answer questions, whether you need help with a recipe, pairing wines for a dinner you’re preparing or looking for a unique gift—they are always happy to lend a hand. Stop in at their

demo kitchen, where you can enjoy cooking classes offered by various area culinary experts.

From that perfect custom gift basket for any occasion to a wine selection that is carefully selected, Gourmet Way is providing a valuable service when that perfect selection is required. Their wine club membership introduces you to wines from around the globe and is a great way to experience and become educated on new varietals.

Gourmet Way invites you to stop by for a visit. You will be happy you did. The staff owes much of their success to loyal customers and wants to thank you for your support over the past decade. They look forward to serving the community for many more years to come.

Hayden ~ 8222 N. Government Way ~ (208) 762-1333 GourmetWay.net

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shopping When it comes to finding that unique local specialty shop in North Idaho, or that specialty one-of-a-kind product, we've got you taken care of. Chocolates, natural foods, wines, international spices, even those kitchen must haves ... get out there and explore the smells, the tastes, the flavors and fun that are in store for you.

A-1 Smoke Shop Fine Wines & Cigars 7200 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls (208) 777-7778 A-1SmokeShop.com Bitterroot Cutlery 4025 N. Government Way, CdA (208) 667-3887 BitterrootCutlery.net Chef's Heaven 6848 N. Government Way, CdA (208) 635-5613 ChocoPerfection (800) 332-1773 ChocoPerfection.com Coeur d’Alene Chocolates 412 E. Sherman Ave., CdA (208) 664-4294 CdAChocolates.com Coeur d’Alene Chocolates 3650 N. Government Way, CdA (208) 664-3138 CdAChocolates.com Coeur d’Alene Dressing Co. (208) 687-2778 CdADressing.com Coeur d’Alene Olive Oil Co. 117 S. 4th St., CdA (208) 765-0188 CdAOliveOil.com Daanen’s Delicatessen 8049 Wayne Blvd., Hayden (208) 772-7371 The Dinner Party 3520 N. Government Way, CdA (208) 765-5653 TheDinnerPartyShop.com Doma Coffee Roasting Co. (208) 667-1267 DomaCoffee.com

Enoteca Fine Wine & Beer 112 E. Seltice Way, Post Falls (208) 457-9885 CorkJoy.com Fisherman’s Market, Grill & Sushi Bar 215 W. Kathleen Ave., CdA (208) 664-4800 FishermansMarketCdA.com Flour Mill Natural Foods 88 W. Commerce Dr., Hayden (208) 772-2911 Gourmet Way 8222 N. Government Way, Hayden (208) 762-1333 GourmetWay.net Hermine’s Old World Confection 2415 N. Government Way, CdA (208) 664-9580 MarzipanLove.com Litehouse Dressing 1109 N. Ella Ave., Sandpoint (800) 669-3169 LitehouseFoods.com Make Wine Make Beer 1411 N. 4th St., CdA (208) 765-8576 MakeWineMakeBeer.com Pam’s Jams (208) 687-1515 Panhandler Pies 120 S. 1st Ave., Sandpoint (208) 263-2912 PanhandlerPies.com

Pend Oreille Pasta & Wine 476534 Highway 95, Ponderay (208) 263-1352 PendOreillePasta.com Pilgrim’s Natural Food Market 1316 N. 4th St., CdA (208) 676-9730 PilgrimsMarket.com Little Henry’s Chocolates (208) 651-3341 Pastry and More 411 W. Haycraft, CdA (208) 667-3808 PastryAndMore.com Rosa’s Italian Market & Deli 120 E. 4th Ave., Post Falls (208) 777-7400 RosasMarket.com Salsa Factory (Taco Chic Salsa) 8016 W. Main St., Rathdrum (208) 687-2464 TacoChicSalsa.com Spokandy 212 W. Ironwood Dr., CdA (208) 765-4129 Spokandy.com Tim’s Special Cut Meats 7397 N. Government Way, CdA (208) 772-3327 Trophy Spice (208) 777-9737 TrophySpice.com Wildbeary Huckleberry Products (208) 667-9660 GBRFoods.com

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SHE DREAMED OF...

HEALTHY CHOCOLATE! 14 GRAMS OF FIBER IN EVERY BAR Mary Jo’s story as a food entrepreneur can be a lesson to us all about the enthusiasm it takes to make your dreams come true. ChocoPerfection is a wonderfully smooth gourmet chocolate that is sweetened from plants, naturally sugar-free and approved for diabetics. Each bar has only 2 grams of carbohydrates and 14 grams of fiber. Mary Jo Kringas created ChocoPerfection out of both a need to lose weight and her passion for chocolate!

Weighing in at 275 pounds twelve years

A completely out-of-the-box solution was called for. First, Mary Jo searched the world for all-natural, high fiber and low glycemic sweeteners. Next, she sought a Belgian-owned chocolatier to produce her chocolate bars. Finally, in 2003, the first batch of ChocoPerfection was brought to market.

Mary Jo lost 75 pounds in the first year she developed the ChocoPerfection bars.

She does not rely on will-power to lose weight and consciously avoids exercise.

Repeatedly chosen as the best-tasting sugar-free chocolate bar. ago, Mary Jo was a career dieter always desperate to lose weight. She had her stomach stapled twice, and the results? She lost a total of five pounds. Persistent to a fault, Mary Jo started the Atkins diet, but as soon as she tried the low-carb chocolate bars commonly on the market, she stopped losing weight altogether.

Mary Jo discovered that sugar-free foods made with maltitol, the most common low-carb sweetener on the market, can spell disaster for dieters.

Maltitol, with a glycemic index of 39-53, spikes insulin levels, stalls weight loss and increases sugar cravings.

Mary Jo follows a low-carb eating program and “samples” at least two ChocoPerfection bars a day, and has lost 25 more pounds.

Best of all, Mary Jo’s addiction to chocolate has resulted in the creation of a wonderful tasting, sugar-free chocolate bar that is made from healthy sweeteners ... truly a gift to diabetics and low-carb dieters everywhere.

Recommended by diet experts such as Ann Louse Gittleman, Jorge Cruise and Jimmy Moore, and repeatedly chosen as the best-tasting sugar-free chocolate bar available, ChocoPerfection is a dream come true for chocoholics!

LOCAL NORTHWEST STORES THAT CARRY CHOCOPERFECTION ARE: Pilgrim's Market, Flour Mill Natural Foods, Main Market Co-op, Mother's Cupboard Nutrition Stores, The Chocolate Apothecary, Rosauers Natural Living and Huckleberry’s.

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ChocoPerfection is recommended by

Jorge Cruise The Belly Fat Cure

Ann Louise Gittleman Get the Sugar Out

Jimmy Moore 21 Low Carb Lessons

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ho hasn’t seen “Food, Inc.”? By now it seems that half of America has questions about our food and health. Could low- cost food actually cost you more in the long run? Is large-scale food production more dangerous? The leaders at Pilgrim’s Market ask these same questions every day and have some pretty convincing answers and solutions!

Do you know your food?

How much do we really know about the food we buy at the supermarket or hypermarket and then serve to our families? What are chemicals and genetically modified organisms doing to our bodies? Why are Americans malnourished, obese and reliant on pharmaceutical drugs when we have access to a wealth of “better,” cheaper food choices?

Horror stories about food production are nothing new. In 1906, Upton Sinclair revealed some ugly truths about America’s meat production in his novel “The Jungle.”

Today, we have a string of scorching documentaries exposing the brutal truths about what has become a highly mechanized food industry: “Food Inc.,” “King Corn,” “Food Matters,” “The Future of Food,” “Fresh,” “Dirt!” (All of these titles are available for rent at Pilgrim’s Market.)

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Many Americans are looking at their dinner differently and searching for answers to the hard questions that health industry professionals have been asking for years.

Is bigger better?

Americans have always lived with the premise that bigger is better, but 32 -ounce steaks and mounds of butter-drenched bacon mashed potatoes have made us one of the most obese countries in the world. OK … so bigger portions are obviously not smarter, but what happens when we apply the “bigger is better” concept to food Pilgrim’s owner, Joe Hamilton, on the Middleton farm filming the supplier spotlight production?

Big food farms are generally expenses caused by consuming cheap food, you characterized by “mono crops”— begin to clearly see that we are, in fact, paying huge areas of land devoted to growing one item a very high cost. That sticker price is totally such as corn or wheat, and heavily federally misleading! subsidized. Mono crops provide Americans with high-fructose corn syrup sweetened junk Small is the new BIG! food and corn for fattening up cattle before processing. Compared to smaller multiWith the distrust most Americans have species farms, they require more chemical of big corporations today, it’s easy to believe insecticides, fungicides and fertilizers, which that a small family farmer is more likely to destroy the natural bacterial health of the soil make decisions that favor quality and safety and limit the soil’s ability to improve naturally. over profit. A proverbial CEO in an ivory This facilitates an endless cycle of artificial tower somewhere miles away from the farm fertilization. Not only are these chemicals is more likely to do the opposite. Small dangerous to consumers’ health, but they also farmers certainly need to make a profit, but, make their way into our waterways, drinking unlike many large corporations, they often water and even our rain. A recent study found extend their family values and ethics to more than 30 dangerous chemicals in mother’s their businesses. Pilgrim’s believes that we breast milk! (EWG.org/reports/mothersmilk) should all be seeking an assurance of quality Big food industry claims that efficiency leads and sustainability. Smaller farms almost to less expensive food, but can we believe that always keep their money in the U.S., while claim? large food corporations often funnel profits into developing markets in other countries.

Pilgrim’s believes that small and “organic” farms, in particular, are good for the consumer, good for the environment and good for the United States … BIG TIME! Joe Hamilton, owner and founder of Pilgrim’s Market, and his team, take the time to guarantee that Pilgrim’s is providing healthy choices and accurate information for every customer’s needs. They believe that small, local and organic farmers are better stewards of the land, produce a healthier food and have a bigger impact on strengthening the American economy. Pilgrim’s provides a home for more than 60 local and regional producers, and that number grows when you add the small and organic suppliers from outside the region. They believe that small, local and organic farms have the BIG impact!

The high price of “cheap” food

What we eat—how it’s raised and how it gets to us—has repercussions that we can no longer ignore. The World Health Organization claims that the three most expensive medical issues in America are lifestyle induced—a lifestyle dependent on the consumption of high-calorie, cheap foods produced by this giant food industry. If you factor the medical

GETTING THERE Pilgrim's is located at 1316 N. 4th St. in Coeur d'Alene's midtown. From I-90 take exit #13 and follow south. Turn left at Spokane Ave. then left again onto 4th St. From Downtown CdA go north on 4th St. Pilgrims will be on your right.

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ChocoPerfection

Chef’s Heaven

(800) 332-1773

CdA North – 6848 N. Government Way (208) 635-5613

ChocoPerfection is a decadent, gourmet European chocolate that is 100-percent naturally sugar free. Each bar has only 2 grams net carbs, along with 14 grams natural dietary fiber! ChocoPerfection was created for diabetics, those following a low-carb or anti-candida program and for healthy eaters who love chocolate. Local health food stores that offer ChocoPerfection are listed in our ad. on page 73. You may also order online. ChocoPerfection.com

At Chef ’s Heaven, you’ll find a large selection of top-quality, brand-name cookware and utensils; every kitchen gadget you may ever want! If we don't have it, we'll find it for you. Our mascots Chloé and Missy invite you to check out the shop, or just stop by and give them a pat on the head. While you're here, you can browse our utensils, try out a ceramic knife, sample some yummy coffee or specialty tea, and see some amazing products in action. Bring in a dull knife; we'll show you how our knife sharpener works. Whether gift shopping or looking for your kitchen, check us out. We are open 10am-6pm Tues.-Fri., 10am-5pm Sat.

Rosa's Italian Market and Deli Post Falls – 120 E. Fourth Ave. (208) 777-7400

Pilgrim’s Market

Italian Bistro $-$$ At Rosa’s, we offer a fine selection of Italian products! We are an upscale Italian grocery and delicatessen with the warm feel of an Old-World market. Our distinctive menu includes quality, authentic, hard-to-find grocery items and prepared foods. Fresh cut deli items, meats and imported cheeses, Espresso Bar, entrées to-go, wine and beer. The deli serves hot and cold sandwiches, soups, salads, breakfast sweets and specialty drinks, with dinner served 5-8pm Fri. Still hungry? We offer homemade pastries and desserts, fresh-baked Italian breads, sauces, pasta and frozen treats. Come see us for our fresh, homemade Italian foods, just like at Nonna’s house. Buon salute e abbondanza! RosasMarket.com

CdA Midtown – 1316 N. Fourth St. (208) 676-9730 Since 1999, Pilgrim's Market has been the Inland Northwest’s hot spot for the finest natural and organic foods, education, green events and more. As the health-seeking "green" consumer continues to seek and support local food growers and retailers, we’re the perfect example of a homegrown, locally owned alternative to massive, foreign-owned national chains like Trader Joe's or Whole Foods. Lacking nothing, Pilgrim's 25,000-squarefoot store offers everything from organic produce to gourmet cheese, beer and wine, bulk foods, meat and deli departments, supplements, an innovative wellness center and even a sizeable education and event center. Located just minutes off I-90, Pilgrim's Market is a frequent destination for locals and a must see for the health-conscious traveler.

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WHERE TO FIND ...

farmers

markets Coeur d’Alene Market

Downtown Coeur d’Alene Sherman Avenue & 6th Street Sundays 11am-3pm June through September

Kootenai County Farmers Market

Downtown Coeur d’Alene Sherman Avenue & 5th Street Wednesdays 4-7pm May through September KootenaiCountyFarmersMarket.com

Kootenai County Farmers Market

Hayden Hwy 95 & Prairie Avenue Saturdays 8am-1pm May through October KootenaiCountyFarmersMarket.com

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St. Maries Farmers Market

536 Main St. next to Hughes Historical House Fridays 2:30-5:30pm Mid-May through September

Hope Farmers Market Community Center 415 Wellington Place Fridays 2:30-5:30pm Mid-June through Mid-September

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Bonners Ferry Farmers Market City Parking Lot on Hwy 95 across from the Library Saturdays 8am-1pm May through first week of October Garlic Festival Sept. 3; Harvest Festival October 8; Holiday Market Nov. 19.

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Farmers Market at Sandpoint

Farmin Park at 3rd & Oak streets Saturdays 9am-1pm Wednesdays 3-5:30pm May through Mid-October Harvest Fest Oct. 15 SandpointFarmersMarket.com

Coeur d’Alene Cellars Winery

Gourmet Way

CdA North – 3890 N. Schreiber Way.

Hayden – 8222 N. Government Way

(208) 664-2336

(208) 762-1333

Named WinePress Northwest’s 2010 Idaho Winery of the Year, Coeur d’Alene Cellars is a small, family owned winery located in the beautiful Inland Northwest dedicated to the fine art of wine. Coeur d'Alene Cellars was founded to create the best quality Rhone varietal wines from the best quality fruit found in the Columbia Valley of Washington State. Visit the winery for wine tastings of world-class wine and tours of a state-ofthe-art facility. We're open 11am-5pm Tues.-Sat. or by appointment.

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(Located at the Hayden Creek Plaza)

Daanen’s Delicatessen Hayden – 8049 Wayne Blvd.

(208) 772-7371 (Government Way and Prairie) Deli, Import Specialties, Wine & Beer Shop $-$$ Your full-service deli shoppe serving Hayden for 19 years, offering OldWorld flavor and speedy counter service with gourmet to-go entrées, slice to-order imported sausages, salamis, meats, European cheeses, specialties and international gift baskets. We are home of the One Pounder deli sandwich, with more than 1/2 million sold! Find the area’s finest selection of wines, beers, ales and chocolates, with more than 250 varieties of beer, 500 wines and 35 champagnes. We offer beer from around the world including Belgium, Germany and England. Stop in for wine tastings every Friday, 4:30-7pm; beer tastings 6-8pm the first Thursday of each month.

Attend our annual Oktoberfest, held on the last Saturday of September— Hayden’s biggest block party!

Here at Gourmet Way, we pride ourselves on sourcing more than 700 wines, as well as beers and ales, along with unique hard-to-find specialty food items and kitchenware. We’re the area’s only specialty store to carry one-of-a-kind gift items, food and wine, making us a one-stop shop for custom gift baskets. For the bride to be, we have kitchenware and heirloom pieces to last a lifetime. Many of our organic foods and wine are locally grown and produced. Be sure to stop in for our cooking classes.

Visit Gourmet Way and enjoy a very relaxing exceptional shopping experience. Thank you for supporting your local shops. GourmetWay.net

Pend d'Oreille Winery Sandpoint – 220 Cedar St. (208) 265-8545 Sandpoint’s own award-winning winery has pleased palates for 16 years using select vineyards from Idaho and Washington. Just ask for us by name: Pend d’Oreille (say “pond-er-ay”) wine please! Visit the winery for a tasting and tour, or sip and shop our unique gift shop or savor a nibble from the Bistro Rouge menu. Also enjoy live music Friday nights. Our wines are available at most area restaurants and wine markets, or at our Downtown Sandpoint store. We are open daily. POWine.com

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If the food doesn’t get your attention, there’s no doubt that the views are stealing the spotlight! If you are looking for a dining experience unlike any other, these restaurants offer picture-perfect views, some with seasonal outdoor dining as well.

These restaurants are sure to please your palate and your eyes.

Lake Coeur d’Alene Beachouse, The CdA – 4316 E. Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. (208) 664-6464

Beverly's at The Coeur d'Alene Resort Downtown CdA – 115 S. Second St. (208) 765-4000

Bonsai Bistro and Sushi Bar Downtown CdA – 101 Sherman Ave. (208) 765-4321

Carlin Bay Resort Harrison – 33917 S. Hwy 97 (208) 689-3295

Cedars Floating Restaurant CdA – 1514 Marine Dr. (208) 664-2922

Dockside at The Coeur d'Alene Resort Downtown CdA – 115 S. Second St. (208) 765-4000

Eddie’s Bar & Grill CdA – 4496 S. Arrow Point Dr. (208) 676-1325

Gateway Marina Harrison - 250 W. Harrison St. (208) 689-3300

One Shot Charlie’s Harrison - 200 N. Coeur d’Alene Ave. (208) 689-9968

Shooters Bar and Grill CdA – 10201 W. Rockford Bay Rd. (208) 667-6106

Tony's on the Lake CdA – 6823 E. Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. (208) 667-9885

Hayden Lake The Boathouse Restaurant Hayden Lake – 3799 E. Hayden Lake Rd. (208) 772-5057

Clark House

Lake Pend Oreille – Bottle Bay Road (208) 263-0951

Floating Restaurant Hope – 47394 Hwy 200 (208) 264-5311

Forty-One South Sagle – 41 Lakeshore Dr. (208) 265-2000

Ivanos at Beyond Hope Resort Hope – 1267 Peninsula Rd. (208) 263-0211

Lake Pend Oreille Cruises Sandpoint - City Beach Dock (208) 255-5253

Sweet Lou's Hope – 46624 Hwy 200 East (208) 264-5999

Trinity at City Beach Sandpoint – 58 Bridge St. (208) 255-7558

View Restaurant, The Coco Lalla – 462109 US-95 (208) 265-0750

Priest Lake and Priest River Cavanaugh Bay Resort and Marina Coolin – 4024 Cavanaugh Bay Rd. (208) 443-2095

Elkins Resort Priest Lake – 404 Elkins Rd. (208) 443-2432

Grandview Resort Priest Lake – 3492 Reeder Bay Rd. (208) 443-2433

Hill's Resort at Luby Bay Priest Lake – 4777 W. Lakeshore (208) 443-2551

Post Falls

Priest River – 520 Willow Bay Rd. (208) 265-8854

Post Falls – 414 E. First Ave. (208) 773-1611

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Bottle Bay Bar and Grill

Hayden Lake – 5250 E. Hayden Lake Rd. (208) 772-3470 *Reservations Only

Mallards Restaurant at Templin's Hotel

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Trinity at Willow Bay Waterfront Restaurant Blue Diamond Marina Priest Lake – 958 Blue Diamond Rd. (208) 443-2240

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NORTHERN IDAHO

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Ongoing Events: •2nd Fri. April-Dec.: Art Walk, Downtown CdA •4th Fri. Jan.-April: Music Walk, Downtown CdA, •Wed. May-Oct.: Farmers’ Market, Downtown CdA •Sat. May-Oct.: Farmers’ Market, Hwy 95 & Prairie in Hayden •Sun. June-Oct: Farmers’ Market, 6th & Sherman Green Space, Downtown CdA •Sun. June.-Aug.: CdA Summer Concerts, City Park •Tues. July-Aug.: Downtown CdA Concert Series, Sherman Park •Thurs. July-Aug.: CdA Concert Series at Riverstone •Sat. Memorial Day-Labor Day: Summer Sounds at Park Place, Sandpoint (208) 263-6139

August 2011

•4-14 Festival at Sandpoint (208) 265-4554 FestivalAtSandpoint.com •5-7 Art on the Green, NIC, CdA (208) 667-9346 ArtOnTheGreen.org •5-7 CdA Downtown Street Fair (208) 667-4040 CdADowntown.com •5-7 Taste of the Coeur d’Alenes, City Park (208) 660-2789 •6 Long Bridge Swim, Sandpoint (208) 265-5412 LongBridgeSwim.com •7 Schweitzer Huckleberry Festival, Sandpoint (208) 263-9555 Schweitzer.com •12-14 Artists’ Studio Drive, Sandpoint ArtTourDrive.org •13 CdA Triathlon & Duathlon, CdA City Park (208) 664-3194 CdATriathlon.com •19-20 Huckleberry/Heritage Festival & 5K Run, Wallace (208) 753-7151 •19-21 Artists’ Studio Drive, Sandpoint ArtTourDrive.org •19-21 CdA Wooden Boat Festival, CdA Resort Boardwalk CdAChamber.com •24-28 North Idaho Fair & Rodeo, Kootenai County Fairgrounds (208) 765-4969 NorthIdahoFair.com

September 2011

•3 Wooden Boat Poker Run, Blue Diamond Marina (208) 443-3191 PriestLake.org •3-4 Schweitzer Fall Fest, Sandpoint (208) 263-9555 Schweitzer.com •3-5 Paul Bunyan Days, St. Maries StMariesIdaho.com •4 Wooden Boat Show & Parade on Lake, Elkins Resort (208) 443-3191 ElkinsResort.com •10 Blues, Brews and Bbq, Cavanaugh Bay Resort, Priest Lake •11 Haul Ass to Harrison Car Show & Shine & Chili Cook-Off (208) 689-3669 HarrisonIdaho.org •24 Oktoberfest, Daanen’s, Hayden (208) 772-7371 •24 Priest Lake Marathon & Half Marathon, Hill’s Resort (208) 946-9543 PriestLakeRace.com •25 CdA Komen Race for the Cure (208) 665-9888 KomenCdA.org

October 2011

February 2012

November 2011

March 2012

•Art from the Heart, Annual Fall Arts Festival (208) 664-2867 ArtsInCdA.org •1 Oktoberfest in the Park, Harrison (208) 689-3669 HarrisonIdaho.org •15 Fall Harvest Ball with the Chefs of Sandpoint, Panhandle State Bank Atrium (208) 290-2716 FoodBank83864.com •22 Spooky Trail Halloween Party, Indian Creek State Park (208) 443-3191 PriestLake.org •29 Oktoberfest, Downtown Sandpoint (208) 255-1876 DowntownSandpoint.com •29 Trick or Treat, Downtown CdA

•Hospice Winter Wine Taste, Hayden Lake Country Club (208) 772-7994 HONI.org •Chocolate Walk, CdA (208) 415-0116 CdADowntown.com •Kids’ Carnival, Downtown CdA (208) 676-0917 Winterfest, Hill’s Resort, Priest Lake •11 Sweetheart Ball, Greyhound Park & Event Center, State Line (208) 704-3692 •17-26 Sandpoint Winter Carnival (800) 800-2106 SandpointWinterCarnival.com •27-29 Great West GymFest, CdA Resort (208) 772-9443

•18-19 Winter Wine Rodeo & Holiday Gift Show, Kootenai County Fairgrounds, CdA NorthIdahoFair.com •25 Holiday Light Show Parade, Downtown CdA (208) 667-5986 CdADowntown.com •25-26 Tis the Season Arts & Craft Show, Hill’s Resort (208) 443-3191 •25-Dec. 31 Journey to the North Pole Cruises, CdA Resort (208) 664-7280 CdAResort.com •26-28 Festival of Trees, Kootenai Medical Center (208) 666-8733 TheFestivalOfTrees.com

•St. Patrick's Day Parade, Downtown CdA (208) 415-0116 CdADowtown.com •Wine Extravaganza, Plaza Shops, Downtown CdA (208) 415-0116

December 2011

May 2012

•Hayden Holiday Parade & Lights Celebration (208) 772-4411 •1-31 Journey to the North Pole Cruises, CdA Resort (208) 664-7280 CdAResort.com •3 Yuletide Lighting Celebration, Wallace (208) 753-7151 WallaceIdahoChamber.com •24 Santa's Traditional Schweitzer Visit at Selkirk Lodge, Sandpoint (208) 263-9555 Schweitzer.com •31 New Year’s Eve, Schweitzer parties (208) 263-9555 Schweitzer.com

2012 Events January 2012

•Taste of Sandpoint, Cedar Street Bridge (208) 263-0887 SandpointChamber.org •1 Schweitzer Lights Up the Night Parade (800) 831-8810 •1 Polar Bear Plunge, Sander’s Beach •1 Hangover Run, CdA •13-15 Winterfest, Cavanaugh Bay Resort, Priest Lake •14-15 Snowshoe Softball Tournament, Hwy 57 & Luby Bay Road, Priest Lake •21-22 Snowshoe Softball Tournament Finals, Hwy 57 & Luby Bay Road, Priest •26-28 BANFF Film Festival, Sandpoint (403) 762-6104 BANFFCentre.ca •29-30 BANFF Film Festival, CdA (403) 762-6104 BANFFCentre.ca

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April 2012

•Exclusive Winemaker’s Dinner, Club at Black Rock (509) 232-8131 FestivalOfWineandFlowers.com •Wine Tasting, Dinner & Auction, Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint (208) 265-4554 FestivalAtSandpoint.com •Annual JDRF Tee Off FORE a Cure Golf Tournament and Auction, CdA Resort & Golf Course (509) 459-6307 JDRFNorthwest.org •Lost in the ‘50s, Sandpoint (208) 265-5678 •27 CdA Marathon, CdA (509) 979-4370 CdAMarathon.com

June 2012

•Hayden Boat Show & Water Expo, Honeysuckle Beach (208) 762-1185 HaydenChamber.com •Kids Free Fishing Derby, Priest Lake Golf Course (208) 443-3191 PriestLake.org •Summer Sampler, Sandpoint (800) 800-2106 SandpointChamber.com •Gyro Days & Lead Creek Derby, Wallace (208) 753-7151 WallaceIdahoChamber.com •Car d’Lane, Downtown CdA (208) 667-5986 CdADowntown.com •Pend d’Oreille Winery Anniversary Party, Sandpoint (208) 265-8545 POWine.com •Quilt Show, North Idaho Quilt Guild (208) 664-0448 NIQNews.com •Schweitzer Summer Celebration, Sandpoint (208) 263-9555 Schweitzer.com •24 Ford Ironman Triathlon, CdA (208) 664-3194 IronmanCdA.com

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GET outta town!

LISBON, PORTUGAL The day came so quickly! We are on a plane bound for Lisbon, Portugal. As I was last-minute-packing last night, I had to lie down on the floor, breath and laugh; laugh out loud and say, ‘Wow! I really have no idea, no expectations and certainly no plan of what the next weeks will bring!’ I have traveled spontaneously before, but not to this extreme!

It is liberating, exciting, challenging and fun!

We are bike touring from Lisbon, Portugal, to Barcelona, Spain!

Six weeks, two bikes, two people, 145 pounds of gear dispersed between eight panniers, camera gadgets, one computer, two bikinis, a couple journals, a few unopened guide books, numerous maps and, as I said, no plan! There is, of course, a slight theme: Eat many tapas to be enjoyed; bike many miles to be explored; and, well, f#%! We'll see where this takes us!’

The kick-off party has begun—transitions

to a new world! We arrive in Lisbon at 9:30am; 80 degrees welcomes us. Chris and I tear open our boxes at the airport and reveal our new Salsa Fargo bikes. Assembly complete, we ride into the heart of the city.

I am shaky. I concentrate on each weighted turn of my pedal. Only 10 miles on our first day and already my mind is exploding with writing ingredients! Here is a taste from my travel blog:

May 20, 2011 Powered by Pastries in Portugal!

Pria de Santo Andre to Villa Nova Milfontes, Portugal. Thirty-eight picturesque miles today!

I am a vegan and try to eat mostly raw, whole foods. However, when I travel, I like to experience palatable pleasures ... and sometimes this includes the food groups of butter, sugar and eggs! Well, on this particular

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day, for whatever reasons, my body let loose and decided to have a little pastry party!

Perhaps it was the 25 miles through the rugged Parque de Arribatta that greeted us with an 18 percent grade yesterday morning!

Hmmm, not sure, but something in me said ‘Bom Apetite!’

The morning started with a walnut, caramel glazed, gooey fat pellet, washed down with a creamy espresso. Just glue that sucker to my ass why don't ya! Best looking pastry yet! I couldn't resist!

Let me tell ya, guilt melts away faster than calories when riding a fully loaded bike for 38 miles. And here is where I laugh ... not only did I eat an entire butter ball—but—I also sported a bikini (Oh yes! On the same day!) in the absolute coolest swimming hole ever! The cliffs met the turquoise waves with a stairway invitation to the sandy beach. The rocks formed a perfectly protected small bay with

The morning started with a walnut, caramel glazed, gooey fat pellet, washed down with a creamy espresso. …

Best looking pastry yet! I couldn't resist! crystal-clear water warmed by the strong solar rays of the Portuguese sun.

This is what we pedal for! We stripped our sweat-clinging bike clothes off and ran to the oasis! Nothing has ever felt so good!

Back on the bike, we roll into Porto Covo for lunch and opt to spice things up with homemade pizza. The last few days have been a bit bland speaking in a culinary sense. I don't know, boiled potatoes and green tomatoes just seemed a bit too ... what's that word?

Boring! Pizza has always been a ‘go to’ food for us. It is easy to leave cheese off half the pie, right? Apparently not in this little village! But, they could have made us two separate pies, huh?

We opt for one cheese and veggie pizza and Chris meticulously picks off

the dairy cramps for me. It is actually super tasty—corn, broccoli, peppers, olives, carrots; all the seasonals ripe on the pie. As we are watering up and heading out, we meet two local mountain bikers. They share insider secrets of their favorite stashes, and we swap bike stories. Everywhere ya travel, bikes speak a common language.

We follow their tips and manage to make it to Vila Nova de Milfontes mostly on back roads. The cliff-hugging sandy stretch followed the ocean. Did I say sandy? Understatement! Let's call this the cross-training push! Pounds in panniers do not pedal painlessly through sand traps! Guess we deserve another pastry! We find ourselves at a roadside café where the sand meets the pavement. My legs are tired, my nose

freckled with sun, my taste buds are celebrating rare treats, and I am happy.

This is what we came for: a challenge, a laugh with a friend, an ocean-side trail, a pastry, a swim. Life can be this easy. Time on the bike frees my mind; frees me from societal norms. It is my mediation, my therapy.

It is certainly an unforgettable way to vacation and a memorable lifestyle.

Life is good. Sleep well … tomorrow we ride.

Excerpt from Amy's Travel Blog @ Travelpod.com/travel-blog/chili/2/tpod.html Chris Guibert's Photography can be found @ ChrisGuibert.com

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Taste worth a trip

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THE PEARL CAFÉ

MISSOULA, MONTANA

t seems that French food has gotten were, hungry and on the hunt for something Wrapped Scallops for the less adventurous. We my attention lately. Maybe it was back fabulous after the auction setup, and four great started with a tasty array of cheeses, sipped up when Bittersweet Bistro’s Gina Garcia recommendations came our way: The Pearl the Mushroom Bisque with browned butter and offered those deliciously creative and Café, RedBird, The Silk Road and Scotty’s Table. dill, shared an avocado, pear, pecan and blue savory crepes on Spokane’s South Hill.

Since they were all downtown and we could cheese salad, and got a little more adventurous Maybe it was when Madeleine’s Café do a quick drive by/walk by to check for curb with each taste. My entrée was the Seafood and Pâtisserie opened in Downtown appeal, I could easily convince Mitch of the Mixed Grill that had a surprising taste-popping Spokane with those beautiful curb appeal I found most interesting. Little did chili aioli and smoky tomato butter with fresh melt-in-your-mouth French pastries, and he know, I had already decided, sight unseen jalapeño sauce that really zinged up the usually then Jeremy Hansen of Sante buttery seafood dish. Mitch had the introduced Spokane to the taste Veal Chops with Morels and smashed The extensive processes intrigue me, sensations of charcuterie. Or, red potatoes with a creamy morel and the flavorful results fascinate me, and the visual Madeira sauce. maybe it was when Fleur de Sel came to Post Falls all the way And I thought I couldn’t stand one delights satisfy before the taste sensations even from Billings, Mont., bringing more bite but then … it is a French brush my lips. all points of France they know restaurant. So, we got the Blackout so well and take their inspiration Cake with sweet and salty pecan and from? French country or city sidewalk food, the that The Pearl was the one. Regardless of what coconut caramel, served with brown-sugar ice French have got my attention. the actual curb appeal would be I would say cream.

I grew up watching Julia Child’s passion for it’s the one because … the French have got my Thanks Mitch, for being my favorite person French food on public television. The extensive attention of late. in the world and for tolerating my passion for processes intrigue me, the flavorful results Good decision. Even with other notable the French these days. Missoula isn’t really fascinate me, and the visual delights satisfy restaurants that Missoula is known for, I am known as a culinary destination, but yes, we did before the taste sensations even brush my lips. glad we—or rather I—chose The Pearl. The find The Pearl there ... in Missoula.

I feel so at home with the flavors, the textures entrance hall was lined with local awards of and the presentations that French food brings excellence, the greeting was warm and inviting GETTING THERE to the table that I crave more and seek them at the curb and once inside, and the service was where ever I go these days; especially when you as friendly as the greeting, and the whole staff The Pearl Café can find them here in the Northwest. worked together for the experience.

Downtown Missoula This is why I chose The Pearl Café on a With the extent of the menu it was difficult 231 E. Front St. recent trip to Missoula, Mont., for one of to choose. There was a little something for (406) 541-0231 Mitch Silver’s collector car auctions. Here we everyone including the traditional BaconOpen for dinner 5pm PHOTOS AND STORY BY: JEANETTE DUNN

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