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Fri., March 31, 2017
The Boar’s Nest specializes in smoked meats and spectacular views of Spirit Lake
The soft re-launch is April 6. A grand re-opening party is scheduled for April 22.
Thu., March 23, 2017, 4 p.m.
On Tap: Manito, Lantern tap houses add some hops to March Madness
Manito features an all IPA lineup, while the Lantern has different kinds of beers squaring off.

Wed., March 22, 2017
Attention, America: Dorie Greenspan’s bringing back the quiche
In Paris, the savory tart is everywhere. In America, this cookbook author is on a mission to bring it back.

UPDATED: Tue., March 21, 2017, 7:20 p.m.
What Spokane eats during Zags’ winning games
Grubhub has tracked foods that spike during basketball wins by the Bulldogs.

UPDATED: Tue., March 21, 2017, 1:09 p.m.
Attention, America: Dorie Greenspan’s bringing back the quiche
In Paris, the savory tart is everywhere. In America, this cookbook author is on a mission to bring it back.

Thu., March 16, 2017, 5 p.m.
Ode to Guinness: A perfect pint, indeed
“You pour it three-fourths of the way and you let it sit There’s a romance to it. There’s courtship and consummation.”

Wed., March 15, 2017, 2:46 p.m.
Semifinalist Laurent Zirotti isn’t advancing to next round in James Beard Awards
Finalists were announced Wednesday.

UPDATED: Thu., March 9, 2017, 10:43 a.m.
Food Editor’s Picks: Where to find favorite cake, cookie
Warning: contents maybe habit-forming
Wed., March 8, 2017, 12:04 p.m.
GoDine offers members half off entrees
New mobile app and dining club launched this week in Spokane and North Idaho

UPDATED: Tue., March 7, 2017, 6:45 p.m.
How to make a classic French onion soup
Rest assured this is delicious, with the simple flavors of onion and broth augmented with not just white wine, but also sherry, and garlic, and thyme, and something he and …

UPDATED: Mon., Feb. 27, 2017, 10:15 a.m.
Know Spokane: Our demographics are more diverse than our cuisine
Even the most optimistic foodie would have trouble calling Spokane a food destination. That’s not to say we don’t have great restaurants, but for someone accustomed to the dizzying array …

UPDATED: Tue., Feb. 21, 2017, 5:07 p.m.
Burger King, Tim Hortons owner adding Popeyes to holdings, plans to speed expansion
The parent company of Burger King and Tim Hortons is buying Popeyes for $1.8 billion, with plans to accelerate the growth of the fried chicken chain.

Fri., Feb. 17, 2017
On the slopes: Sky House lodge restaurants offer grab-and-go, fine dining in the clouds
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Thu., Feb. 9, 2017, 6 p.m.
On Tap: Four-Eyed Guys, Spokane’s latest nanobrewery, brings two beers to market
The newly licensed Spokane nanobrewery is introducing its first two beers at a pair of events Tuesday. The flagship Hoptometry IPA starts pouring at 11 a.m. at Hop Jack’s in …

Fri., Jan. 27, 2017
On Tap: Downtown breweries celebrate anniversaries on Saturday
River City (121 S. Cedar St.) marks its fourth year of operation from 3 to 10 p.m., while Black Label (19 W. Main Ave.) has its second birthday party from …
Mon., Jan. 23, 2017, 7:08 a.m.
McDonald’s sales rise globally, but dip in US
McDonald’s global sales rose 2.7 percent at established locations as growth overseas offset a drop in the U.S.

Mon., Jan. 9, 2017, 9:30 a.m.
Restaurant menu prices to stay high in 2017, but discounts will abound
Sorry, diners: Although restaurants got pushback for raising menu prices in 2016, they aren’t expected to cave in and lower them this year. But there’s a silver lining. Promotions and …

Thu., Jan. 5, 2017, 9:30 a.m.
Regional reds garner magazine’s Platinum status
The 16th annual Wine Press Northwest Platinum Judging drew 531 entries from Washington, Oregon, British Columbia and Idaho. From these, 44 wines earned unanimous Double Platinum awards, and another 124 …
Fri., Dec. 23, 2016, 4:42 p.m.
Ring in 2017 at Perry Street Brewing’s Frosted Formal
Get out your best formal wear from any era and plan to dance the year away.

Fri., Dec. 9, 2016
Northwest Wine: Woodward Canyon remains among West Coast’s best
The string of success has continued in 2016 for Woodward Canyon Winery and founding winemaker Rick Small. Now, there’s a succession plan firmly in place, too.

Thu., Dec. 8, 2016, 11:30 a.m.
On Tap: Trickster’s, Twelve String celebrate birthdays with barrel-aged beers
Both Trickster’s and Twelve String celebrate anniversaries this weekend with soured, dark barrel-aged beers: Trickster’s has two barrel offerings for its fourth anniversary party Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 …

Thu., Nov. 24, 2016, 5 a.m.
On Tap:
Selkirk Abbey is beginning to branch out with more familiar offerings while deepening its Belgian beer roots.

Fri., Nov. 18, 2016, 5:11 p.m.
Some Spokane restaurants turning to flat service fees instead of tips
Some restaurants are charging service fees on customers’ bills in lieu of tips, in anticipation of a new federal law that prevents pooled tips and “tip-outs” to kitchen staff.

Thu., Nov. 17, 2016, 12:30 p.m.
Northwest Wine: Oregon burnishes its reputation for pinot noir
In the world of wine, Oregon is synonymous with pinot noir. That simple, yet well-earned international recognition for producers west of the Cascades serves as a valuable, stand-alone marketing tool …

Thu., Oct. 6, 2016, 5 p.m.
Coffee convert starts small-batch Lake City Coffee
Russell Volz used to hate coffee. Then he began roasting his own beans.
Thu., Oct. 6, 2016, 11:30 a.m.
Taste of Japan
Church event offer $5 Japanese dishes.

Thu., Oct. 6, 2016, 10 a.m.
Northwest Wine: Best of Idaho
With 51 wineries and more than 1,600 acres of wine grapes, Idaho’s wine industry is growing into something special.
Thu., Sept. 22, 2016, 1 p.m.
41 breweries lined up for craft festival
With a record 41 breweries in the lineup, this year’s Inland Northwest Craft Beer Festival at minor league baseball’s Avista Stadium more than covers the bases for beer lovers of …

Thu., Sept. 15, 2016, noon
Great Northwest Wine: Wineries turn Washington into own Little Italy
Only a few of Italy’s hundres of grape varieties have made their way to the New World, and they tend to grow beautifully in Washington. Grapes such as sangiovese, nebbiolo …

Thu., Sept. 8, 2016, 4 p.m.
Great Northwest Wine: Finding your wine-buying price threshold
In the new issue of Wine Press Northwest magazine, we tasted more than 300 red wines priced at $30 and less. Here are a few of our favorite red blends …