Sourced & Served: a farm-to-table dinner with jess jager of your friends farm
This meal was created with love and intention, it took years to prepare, months to grow, and hours and hours to harvest. As I plated each course and set them in front of our friends that gathered at the table underneath the pines on our farm, I felt fulfilled and proud of my role as a farmer, of the community that I am a part of, and the willingness of my friends to trust us with feeding them and theirs.
Fighting Hunger with Inland Northwest Food Banks
As we enter into a season of traditional thankfulness and festivity, I’m hoping that we all accept the invitation to change our lenses. Like Second Harvest, and Northwest Harvest, I hope we’ll back up and see the need for systemic and policy changes in the realm of food justice, and see where we can make a difference as individuals.
At Home With Em & Megs : A Celebration of Fall
Fall provides us the perfect palette to get creative and think outside the box when it comes to entertaining. There are so many gorgeous places to set up a table, so much unbelievable scenery to enjoy, ambiance galore, right at our fingertips, and with some advanced planning and a little extra effort, you can gift your guests with a truly memorable experience that goes far beyond the food served.
Wildland Cooperative
Ask a farmer how many jobs they do each day and they will likely rattle them off one by one. The same can be said about winemakers. And brewers. And artists. There's nothing easy about entrepreneurship, but up on Green Bluff, the folks at Wildland Cooperative are approaching their new business the only way they know how—together.
Harvest Season means it's time for Hearty Recipes
Autumn is David’s favorite time of year in the garden. There is so much to harvest after months of plant growth. From cooking with carrot or turnip tops to saving seeds, here are a few of his tips to get the most out of your harvest.
We All Build This: Terrain Table 2022
“Who puts people in dirt in white?” jokes Celeste Shaw, community staple and owner of Chaps, as she stands in a bare field where a 300-foot-long communal table will pop-up and play host to 275 guests just two days later. Beginning in 2019, the farm and family has hosted Terrain Table here, a fundraiser for Terrain, the Spokane-based non-profit.
Spokane Winery Association: A Community of Local Winemakers
Sniff, swirl, sniff, sip, swish, swallow, close eyes in pleasure, repeat. These eight actions can allow one to enjoy a wine on their own, but when performed alongside others, they open the door to a communal experience. By sharing a toast, taste or bottle, wine can be a conduit for deeply rooted community connections.
Behind the Scenes of Terrain Table 2022
“Who puts people in dirt in white?” Celeste Shaw, community staple and owner of Chaps, jokes as we stand on the ground that will transform into a 275+ person table in two short days.
Miss Huddy's Brings A Texas Barbecue Experience to the Palouse
Tim Schotzko was already closely — “but not obsessively” — following barbecue when he tasted the life-changing bite of brisket. And that’s when it turned from a backyard hobby to an obsession. Four and a half years after that inspirational bite of brisket and about a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the Shotzkos opened Miss Huddy’s Barbecue, bringing a taste of central Texas to the people of the Palouse.
Consume more local produce with whole food smoothies
Smoothies are a perfect vehicle for nutritional goodness, but it can be easy for smoothies, meant as a snack or meal, to become loaded with sugar, artificial sweeteners and plenty of ingredients you probably can’t pronounce. The most satiating smoothies will include some protein, healthy fat and complex carbs. Having this combination will be satisfying and deliver you optimal nutrients. Let’s put it into practice.
5 Ways to Add More Local Fruits & Veggies Into Your Life
We know WHY we should eat more fruits and vegetables. You already know that fruits and vegetables are whole, unprocessed foods that come from the earth and eating them prevents disease and adds years to your life. Join Registered Dietitian, Monika Jacobson, to chat about five simple and realistic ways to add more local produce into your life and onto your plate.
To Market, To Market
Nothing against your average grocery store—I’m grateful to have so many options in one place, something that would baffle my ancestors—but going to the farmer’s market has brought me so much closer to the natural world. I’m aware of the seasons in a way that I never was when I blindly bought zucchini all year. I know what it’s like to wait patiently for those first perfect blueberries, and to jump on the rhubarb before it’s gone. I can taste the difference when produce is in season.
At Home with Em & Megs: Fourth of July Festivities
It’s almost the Fourth of July. Is there anything cuter than kids in their red, white and blue, waving sparklers or American Flags? We sure don’t think so, and we’re here with some tips and tricks to help you plan a delicious and festive Independence Day.
Sandpoint Guide
Sandpoint, Idaho is just a 90-minute drive from Spokane and for such a small town, there is no shortage of food, fun and local adventures to enjoy! Join me while I spend an entire day walking, eating and exploring this charming city.
Crave! NW returns to Spokane Valley, bringing three days of food and fun
Nothing says summer like enjoying good food, good music and good friends in the great outdoors. Crave! Spokane’s premier foodie event of the summer, offers just that and more! The largest culinary event in the Spokane area returns July 14-16, 2022 at the Centerplace Regional Event Center in Spokane Valley, gathering the best from the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene regions. Hosted under outdoor tents, attendees get to watch each chef and their team as they prepare tapas-style dishes inspired by each night’s theme.
Frozen in Time: A History of The Popsicle
You might remember summer days spent sucking all of the flavor out of a Popsicle, leaving only ice left on the stick, but it might surprise you to know this was part of the original marketing plan.
Woodfired Wonderland: Chris Varela has built something big at Settlers Creek
Settlers Creek in Coeur d’Alene boasts the largest collection of woodfired cooking equipment in the Western US, drawing events and visitors from around the country. Residents of the Inland Northwest are uniquely fortunate to have this mecca of wood-fired cookery in their collective backyard and can attend From the Ashes Idaho, a festival featuring Anthony DiBernardo of Swig & Swing and others showing off their BBQ skills each summer.
Summer of Lovage
Forget Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme! Lovage, with its bright celery and anise notes, can be added to everything from salads to soups all season long!
Wines To Pair With Your Summer BBQ
BBQ is the flavor of the moment, the air filled with delicious scents of grilled meats, smoked fish, and even charred veggies. Meghan Fitzgerald tells us how to pair our favorite grilled dishes with the perfect glass of wine. Whether you feel like burgers or oysters, or just want to throw a couple pizzas on the grill, you’ll find a crisp white wine or a bold red variety to compliment your meal.
Celebrating the Gift of Friendship Within Motherhood
This Mother’s Day, why not throw a special brunch, cocktail hour, or coffee date honoring those friends whose friendships not only impact your life, but also the lives of your children. Put some extra effort in, iron the linens, set a pretty table, make or purchase some beautiful food, and buy all the flowers.
The Edible Inland Northwest Guide to Garland Ave
Spokane’s Garland District has been a thriving community for almost 100 years! It all began in 1910 with a street rail system, and the area really started bringing attention to itself when the iconic Garland Theater opened in 1945. There has been continued growth ever since, especially when it comes to delicious food and drink options! This guide is just a sneak peek at some of our favorite eateries and food-centric, locally-owned businesses in the neighborhood.
Build a Better Easter Basket
For many families, Easter carries a deep spiritual significance; still, it’s hard to resist the charm of fluffy little chicks, beautifully decorated eggs, kids in their Sunday best, and all the fun and magic of the Easter Bunny delivering baskets full of treats.