Food + Beverage

Liquid Gold

A history of brewing in the Treasure State Article by Diana Dalke Long before Montana became the Big Sky State, beer was already finding its place in the communities taking root across the territory. From the mining camps of the 1850s and 1860s to the craft breweries that now dot the state, brewing has evolved alongside Montana’s communities, economy, agriculture, and culture. As miners and settlers moved west in search of opportunity, breweries soon followed, providing fresh beer to workers...

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A Very Pleasant Pheasant

Local insights for the best way to cook wild game Article and Photography by Julie Schnieders There is something wonderfully untamed about pheasant. Leaner and more deeply flavored than chicken, its meat carries the essence of the fields where it lived, slightly gamey and enticing to all the senses. It rewards tender care in the kitchen by filling the home with a warm, savory scent as it roasts, and the result is a dish that feels both rustic and refined through its delicate texture whether...

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Edible Oddities

A round up of the valley's most eccentric eats Article by Summer Zalesky | Photography by Nikity Nak Creatives & Rachel Jobst Photography Did you know you can get escargot in the Flathead? Or order a bloody mary that constitutes a full-on meal? Our area might not be known for its culinary anomalies, but for the more adventurous eaters, we’ve dug a few out just for you. Our staff photographer Nicole and I had the opportunity to go on a self-guided food tour last month and talk with some of the...

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Kids Eat Free

Treat the whole family to these six restaurants Article by Summer Zalesky As a mom of two littles, it's nice to have a break from cooking and cleaning the kitchen every single night. On the other hand, taking the kids out to eat can be chaotic, especially when they take two bites of their ten-dollar burger. On days like these I'm thankful for the restaurants in our community who provide a 'kids eat free' menu. Here is a list of all the eateries where you can bring your kids for a night-off...