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Chocolate Almond Cake

Sep 1, 2020

Chocolate Almond Cake

Have your cake and eat it too with your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day without missing out on sweet bold chocolate flavor. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Servings: 16 servings This recipe is grain free, sugar free and keto friendly. Ingredients: Cake: 2 1/4 cups almond flour 2/3 cup Dutch cocoa 1/4 cup coconut flour 1/4 cup unflavored whey protein powder 1 tbsp. instant coffee 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. Himalayan pink salt 1 cup butter softened 1 cup

Kicked Up Deviled Eggs

Sep 1, 2020

Kicked Up Deviled Eggs

Ingredients: 12 large eggs 3/4 cup Chipotle Lime mayonnaise (I like Primal Kitchen brand) 1 tbsp. brown mustard 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice salt and freshly ground pepper Garnish: 1 tsp. smokey paprika 4 strips of cooked bacon 1 tbsp. fresh chopped chives Method: • In a medium saucepan over high heat, cover eggs with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Cover pan with a lid and let stand 12 minutes. Drain eggs; run under cold water until cool enough to handle. • P

The Food, the Wine, the Atmosphere

Sep 1, 2020

The Food, the Wine, the Atmosphere

“We are passionate about hospitality and keep things simple yet soulful.” Guests will be treated to an atmosphere that is warm and inviting the moment they step into Vine & Olive. Owner Naomi Boutz, who opened the space in November of 2017, continues to take great pride in the eatery she has created in the heart of Coeur d’Alene’s Riverstone. “Our clientele is as diverse as the wine list,” says Naomi. “We get lots of local business lunches and ladies meeting their friends. Wi

Smiles, Excitement, Increased Confidence

Sep 1, 2020

Smiles, Excitement, Increased Confidence

Photo courtesy: Chad Riley. “It’s all about love and the focus being centered on others. It has been my goal to help one person at a time to achieve some of their dreams and hopes. I feel if one person’s life has changed because of Signature Aesthetics, then it was worth it!” For more than a decade, Signature Aesthetics has been changing lives from the outside in; bringing each client’s vision of beauty to reality. Owner Nancy Andrews, RN-C, has had a very fulfilling career a

History and Dining Unite

Sep 1, 2020

History and Dining Unite

Photo courtesy: Westwood Brewing. “Westwood brewing isn’t just a location, it’s a destination spot.” Offering arched windows, rustic brickwork and stunning mountain views, the relaxed and casual family friendly restaurant in Rathdrum, Idaho, is filled with living history, thanks to owners and brothers Spencer and Shaun Howell and their wives Danielle and Jenny. While renovating the 1886 building to bring their dream restaurant to life, they took great pride in restoring the b

Shop, Dine and Take Out

Sep 1, 2020

Shop, Dine and Take Out

Photo courtesy: Owen Aird Opened in August of 2007 by Bob and Jennifer Palm, Fisherman’s Market, Grill and Sushi has been satisfying customers one diner at a time. Offering their guests a relaxed atmosphere that is family friendly, this is your one-stop shop for the freshest fish and seafood in town, whether you’re looking to shop the market to prepare a meal at home or wanting a fast, casual lunch or dinner. This is the only place in Coeur d’Alene where you can sit down, enj

Community Minded

Sep 1, 2020

Community Minded

Photo courtesy: Owen Aird. Considered a foodies’ paradise, it’s no wonder The Culinary Stone is a perfect place to gather with family and friends to shop, eat or attend one of the many classes they offer. Originally opened in November of 2013, the 5,500-square-foot gourmet heaven was dreamt up for and by those with a serious passion for the culinary arts and gathering of community. The owner, Sandy Volkar, says that they “wanted it to be a place for culinary enthusiasts of al

One Couple, Four Coeur d’Alene Eateries

Sep 1, 2020

One Couple, Four Coeur d’Alene Eateries

Photo courtesy: Owen Aird. “We feel so blessed to be a part of this amazing community.” Husband-and-wife team Viljo and Autumn Basso have been bringing unique and distinct flavors to the Coeur d’Alene area since 2007, when they opened Syringa Japanese Café and Sushi Bar. Satisfying customers for more than a decade, Viljo and Autumn have been serving guests the best sushi and modern Japanese cuisine North Idaho has to offer! Using only fresh high-quality ingredients and wonder

Community At The Heart

Sep 1, 2020

Community At The Heart

Photo courtesy: Owen Aird. “We love becoming a part of our local communities,” smiles John. “One of my favorite things as I go from restaurant to restaurant to work is seeing the faces of friends I’ve made over the years and having a chance to chat. It’s not uncommon these days for me to be friends with the adult children of guest who I became friends with at a particular restaurant decades ago.” 1996. That’s when it all began when friends John Grollmus and Brad Fosseen sough

Look No Further!

Sep 1, 2020

Look No Further!

From fresh seafood and fish for sale to entrees and sushi, Fisherman's Market, Grill and Sushi has it all! This is the only place in Coeur d’Alene where you can sit down, enjoy a fresh seafood meal with a cold beer or glass of 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, shellfish and in-house smoked fish, with fresh fish overnighted from Hawaii.

Dine in History

Sep 1, 2020

Dine in History

Photo courtesy: 315 Cuisine. For more than 34 years, owners Bob and Kris McIlvenna have welcomed their guests into their warm and inviting 1908 Nationally Registered property—The Greenbriar Inn—which offers seven suites, each with its own distinct look mixed with antique and replica furnishings, as well as modern conveniences. The atmosphere is cozy yet eclectic. What started as a bed and breakfast added catering to the mix in 1986. Greenbriar Catering is the largest independ

Recipe for Success

Sep 1, 2020

Recipe for Success

You can’t help but notice all of the gastropubs and public houses that have been popping up all around North Idaho the past few years, yet, there is one that started it all back in 1996 right here in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. And it has stood the test of time. Any local will tell you Moon Time is a very casual, comfortable place to hang out. It’s like its own community. There are customers who have been going there for more than 20 years who are still seeing the same staff who ha

One-of-a-Kind Dining Experience in Century-Old Inn

Sep 1, 2020

One-of-a-Kind Dining Experience in Century-Old Inn

The Greenbriar Inn opened its doors back in 1985 in a beautiful historic 1908 building just a few blocks from Downtown Coeur d’Alene. For more than three decades, owners Bob and Kris McIlvenna have welcomed their guests into their warm and inviting inn offering seven suites, each with its own distinct look mixed with antique and replica furnishings. There are many antiques mixed with more modern comforts, providing guests a cozy and eclectic atmosphere. “We have strived to re

Two Distinct Dining Destinations

Sep 1, 2020

Two Distinct Dining Destinations

Syringa Japanese Café and Sushi Bar has been satisfying locals since 2007, and since day one, owners Viljo and Autumn Basso have been serving guests the best sushi and modern Japanese cuisine North Idaho has to offer! High-quality, fresh ingredients and wonderful flavors are used in each dish they serve. With a flare for originality and excellence, this quaint little restaurant has set itself apart from the rest. “We feel so blessed to be a part of this amazing community,” sa

Life Never Tasted Better

Sep 1, 2020

Life Never Tasted Better

With the hustle and bustle of life, it is important not to forget to slow down and take time to appreciate those around us. Enjoy your family and friends by gathering for a meal, spending uninterrupted time conversing and connecting. This is the humble—yet essential—foundation that The Culinary Stone was built on: getting people back to the table. In 2014, Brad and Sandra Gunn partnered with Sandy Volkar and introduced their culinary lifestyle marketplace to the Coeur d’Alene

Let Your Beauty Shine

Sep 1, 2020

Let Your Beauty Shine

“We see smiles, excitement and, best of all, increased confidence.” For more than a decade, Signature Aesthetics has been changing lives from the outside in; bringing each client’s vision of beauty to reality. Owner Nancy Andrews, RN-C, has had a very fulfilling career as a registered nurse for more than 35 years, with her career evolving as a medical professional treating the aftermath of injury, as well as her own personal experience with a facial injury. “When I was young,

A Dream Realized

Sep 1, 2020

A Dream Realized

“I didn’t realize the gratitude and humility I would feel when somebody makes the decision to spend money at Vine & Olive. I wasn’t expecting the community to embrace and support us so enthusiastically.” It was the winter of 2017 when Naomi Boutz first introduced the Coeur d’Alene community to her new venture—Vine & Olive Eatery and Wine Bar in Riverstone. “I remember planning the opening thinking: 'I hope people come,'" she recalls. The doors opened to eager diners ready to

Life Never Tasted Better

Sep 1, 2020

Life Never Tasted Better

With the hustle and bustle of life, it is important not to forget to slow down and take time to appreciate those around us. Enjoy your family and friends by gathering for a meal, spending uninterrupted time conversing and connecting. This is the humble—yet essential—foundation that The Culinary Stone was built on: getting people back to the table. In 2014, Brad and Sandra Gunn partnered with Sandy Volkar and introduced their culinary lifestyle marketplace to the Coeur d’Alene

Two Distinct Dining Destinations

Sep 1, 2020

Two Distinct Dining Destinations

Syringa Japanese Café and Sushi Bar has been satisfying locals since 2007, and since day one, owners Viljo and Autumn Basso have been serving guests the best sushi and modern Japanese cuisine North Idaho has to offer! High-quality, fresh ingredients and wonderful flavors are used in each dish they serve. With a flare for originality and excellence, this quaint little restaurant has set itself apart from the rest. “We feel so blessed to be a part of this amazing community,” sa

A Smorgasbord of Culinary Delights

Sep 1, 2020

A Smorgasbord of Culinary Delights

Decisions, decisions. Are you in the mood for a USDA Prime grade ribeye steak, a juicy cheeseburger with all the fixings or some mouthwatering Kansas City-style barbecue? At Northern Quest Resort & Casino, the dining options continue to multiply, providing more than a dozen exciting choices all in one world-class entertainment destination. The latest additions to Northern Quest include Riverbank Taphouse, Qdoba Mexican Eats, Ben & Jerry’s and M&D, a new dining and movie theat