It stands to reason that food is an essential part of the Treasure Valley’s much loved ski hill. After all, says food and beverage director Ryan (call him “Mo”) Morrison, “skiing is a social activity, and like any social activity, food is involved.”
Food nurtures our bodies...the stories of food nurture our souls
Pull up a chair, and let’s talk about food. More specifically, let’s talk about the culinary scene of the Treasure Valley. And while we’re at it, let’s hear from the people who create that scene. We believe that locally owned culinary businesses are an essential part of the soul of a place. They offer more than food -- they serve up big heaping helpings of regional identity. This site is dedicated to telling their stories. Through blogs, podcasts and social media, you’ll learn about the folks "behind the menu". We hope you’ll enjoy hearing these stories...and that you’ll become a part of the conversation about our local culinary scene as well.
The Orchard House Goes Fishing…in Alaska
If the concept of fresh caught salmon from Sunnyslope seems a bit incongruous, allow us to introduce you to Pat Robbins — the man who brings Alaska’s Alsek River to Caldwell, Idaho…and to The Orchard House restaurant.
When Michael Met Roger
In this Behind the Menu Update, we’ll meet the new chef at Ono Hawaiian Cafe and Kanak Attack Catering — and man who shares not only Michael Mohica’s love for Hawaiian cuisine, but the same hometown origins.
Behind The Menu Tweets
- You may recall that we first wrote about Twig's Cellar back in November in a "Behind the Menu Confidential" post... http://bit.ly/9ywRvc
- I may be going out on a limb here, but I'd be willing to lay down some coin that the oldest continuously operated... http://bit.ly/a26GjM
- Calling all UPFs (Urban Poultry Farmers). Here's your chance at "dinner and a movie" to not only learn about how... http://bit.ly/9vc1Ec
- Just in time for a late breakfast, or a least "elevenses" if you're British or a Hobbit (is that a redundancy?),... http://bit.ly/9Q0oZB
- I have this fantasy of meeting Anthony Bourdain at a local restaurant. "Dude," he gushes, "I'm such a fan of... http://bit.ly/d4ihzp
