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.
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.
East is East at Cazba
In this podcast episode, the boys of “Behind the Treasured Menu” (Chris Oates, Scott Nicholson, and me) let Cazba do the ordering, then strap on the old feedbag with a combination of Egyptian, Greek, and Lebanese inspired dishes while we talk with Max about the history of his restaurant, its place in the community, and Max’s undiminished political ambitions.
Boise Fry Company
“Fries with burgers on the side.” It’s a clever little marketing tag that begs a larger question: why would anyone create a restaurant concept that makes a leading man out of America’s favorite culinary sidekick, the humble french fry? For Blake Lingle, co-founder of Boise Fry Co., the answer is simple. He just wanted a great fry.
Behind The Menu Tweets
- For some time now we've been noodling over the concept of a series of "culinary walkabouts" in different parts of... http://bit.ly/cNvpEG
- I don't know about you, but I really miss our partner in culinary conspiracy, Chris Oates. OK, let me be honest... http://bit.ly/aGhB74
- @ambertheartist We're guessing it was, oh, say...Amber the Artist?
- @rstoddard Well, when in Rome...or Boise, dude.
- A hearty Behind the Menu good mornin' to you...and TGIF! I thought I'd surprise you with breakfast. After all,... http://bit.ly/ch7BbI
