state & lemp

state & lemp

The past few years, there’s been a lot of doom and gloom. Heartbreaking stories of lost jobs, businesses and homes. Perhaps that’s what makes it all the more special when two guys go out on a limb and open not only a new restaurant, but a totally new...
the day I met ruth reichl

the day I met ruth reichl

For the size of city that Boise is, the art and culture offerings never cease to amaze me. And it’s not just that there’s quantity – there’s definitely quality. The Idaho Shakespeare Festival presents live theater in the most gorgeous setting under...
me + asparagus k-i-s-s (-i-n-g)

me + asparagus k-i-s-s (-i-n-g)

I’ve had an on again, off again relationship with asparagus. When I was a toddler, I am told that I couldn’t jam it in fast enough. Had to have it in both hands to keep the incoming stream steady.  Then as my mom tells it, one day I actually took a breath...