The best way to hear the stories behind the Treasure Valley culinary scene from pitchfork to plate is to listen to the voices of its creators. In these podcast episodes, you’ll learn things about our local food scene that you could only know by sitting down for a friendly chat with the people who make the Treasure Valley a great place to eat. Hey, it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it!




A “Hidden Gem” of a Steakhouse

Friday, 12 March, 2010
A “Hidden Gem” of a Steakhouse

If a signature steakhouse in a Hoiday Inn sounds like a culinary anamoly, then let us introduce you to Castle Ranch Steakhouse — a concept hatched in the City of Trees by a restrauteur with credentials stretching back to resorts in California, the McCormick & Schmick Seafood restaurants, and the Hilton Corporation. Meet Ron Unruh.

The Orchard House Goes Fishing…in Alaska

Monday, 8 March, 2010
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

Friday, 5 March, 2010
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.