Local Services

Holiday Gift Guide

A curated collection of local artisans and businesses Photography by LC Photostyle Intrigue Ink 12 E Main St, Bozeman intrigue.ink Pure Barre 34 E Mendenhall St # R-6, Bozeman purebarre.com/location/bozeman-mt Aspen Lane 106 E.Lewis St, Livingston Treeline Coffee 624 N Wallace Ave, Bozeman treelinecoffee.com Velvet Studio 107 E Oak St suite 1B, Bozeman thevelvetstudio.com Glo Luxury Oils gloluxuryoils.com Museum of the Rockies 600 W Kagy Blvd, Bozeman museumoftherockies.org Carter's...

Life + Culture

Bending Towards the Light...A Jazz Nativity!

A Fresh Take on the Traditional Christmas Story Article by Beth Ann Kennedy | Photography by Felix A. Marquez 'Tis the season to recognize the incredible gifts that we offer and receive throughout the years. This season makes me think about Bending Towards the Light...a Jazz Nativity!, the traditional Christmas story told in a thoroughly fresh new way, through the medium of jazz. In 2023, the Jazz Nativity had its Montana premiere in Bozeman. It was received as a gift to the community, and...

Food + Beverage

A Seasonal Spread

Charcuterie Tips for Holiday Entertaining Article by Jaime Nicole Martinez With the holidays quickly approaching, here are some tips from a local grazeologist guaranteed to make your holiday charcuterie board a showstopper. Tip #1 – From fanning your salami to folding it into fours or making a rose, the more folds you have on your board, the more pleasing it is to the eye. Tip #2 –  Don’t forget to wash your fresh produce! A simple mixture of 1 part distilled vinegar to 4 parts water will do...

Local Services

Gift Outside the Box

Ten unique experiences to give your loved ones Article and Photography by Sometimes the best gifts aren’t things; they’re moments. Whether it’s adventure, connection, or calm, give your loved ones an experience they’ll never forget this holiday season.  Lone Mountain Ranch Whether it's skiing, fly fishing, or simply getting time away and relaxing in one of their cozy cabins, escape the hustle of everyday life and take in the views at this gorgeous ranch outside of Big Sky. Learn more and...

Local Services

Giving Back in Gallatin Valley

A guide to donating your time and money in and around Bozeman Article and Photography by November marks the start of the holiday season, and a time of year when many of us are looking for ways to give back to our community. Giving back comes in many forms; whether it’s through donations, volunteering, or advocacy, it’s our way of using our resources to show that we care about contributing to the vibrancy of our valley. Read on for a list of potential organizations to support in this season of...

Life + Culture

My Favorite Things

Chef Allison Fasano's Must Haves Article by Rachel Jackson Wickens Ranch Their meats are for every season, from cooking over an open fire to braising in the colder months. They're some of my favorite meats to cook with, and their team is really cool too.   Hedley & Bennett Aprons There's nothing I love more than supporting a women-owned business. You can see me rocking these aprons both at the restaurants and at home. Durable, comfortable, and stylish.    Dudes Gourmet A spice company...

Food + Beverage

Feast Flourishes

Chef Nikki Dupre drives ten years of growth and flavor Article by Rachel Jackson | Photography by Lindsey Alexander When she was a young girl, Nikki Dupre spent hours making mud pies in the woods and serving them to her family and friends, even when they didn't want them.  "I've always been in the food world; growing up, my family cooked big dinners and that translated to many other areas of my life," she says. She now goes by Chef Nikki Dupre, the executive chef of Feast Raw Bar & Bistro in...

Food + Beverage

Calabrian Carbonara

A delicious dish from Brigade's Chef Allison Fasano Article and Photography by 6 large egg yolks 1 large egg 1/2 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus more for serving 1 pound pasta 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces 'nduja   Kosher salt Pepper In a medium bowl, beat egg yolks with the whole egg and 1/2 cup of grated cheese. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup cooking water. Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat...

Food + Beverage

Crafting Wine Excellence

Sommelier Nicholas Bromund Brings the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence to Gallatin River Lodge Article by Rachel Jackson | Photography by Lindsey Alexander Nicholas Bromund had been a Level 1 sommelier for five months when he applied for a job at Gallatin River Lodge.  "I knew when I arrived for my interview that I really wanted it, he says. Bromund has been in hospitality for 17 years, starting as a dishwasher at the age of 15. He has played many roles since, thriving on his main passion...

Food + Beverage

Best Bites of Bozeman

A local foodie's guide to Bozeman's most delectable dishes Article by Mila Azcona 1. Affogato at Tanglewood House made ice cream, chocolate rim with whip and pecans. 2. Donuts at Lone Peak Lemon Blueberry Muffin cooked in beef tallow 3. Molcajete Azteca Served in a volcanic stone bowl, filled with rib-eye steak, chicken breast, grilled shrimp, poblano peppers, and cheese sauce. Served with a side of rice, beans, and flour tortillas. 4. Tuscan Chicken Sandwich from Revelry Available...