Spokane Sizzle 2011-2012 by Sizzle'n Cuisine News & Reviews

See whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Spokane Area Maps

F in d your way to yo u r Favo r i t e S p o k a n e Si z z le d e St i n at i o n ! Use our exclusive convenient tab navigator on the right side of this page to find out about the dining and entertainment scene in a neighborhood near you! They are color coded to match the shaded areas on the maps above. Just flip to the neighborhood section on the tabs at the right and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re there!

See whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

TABNavs™ BROWNE’S ADDITION & WEST SIDE

DOWNTOWN

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT

NORTH SIDE

SOUTH HILL

SPOKANE VALLEY & LIBERTY LAKE

WINE TIME

SHOPPING

DOWNTOWN SPOKANE Use our convenient navigation tabs to easily find neighborhood favorites and special sections

TABNavs™

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Publisher/Editor in Chief Jeanette Dunn - jeanette@premierpub.net (208) 665-9805 Senior Editor Jillian De Lallo - jillian@premierpub.net Editorial Assistant Tori Cook - tori@premierpub.net Photography Jeanette Dunn Brett Fontana - StudioFontanaMaria.com Sheena Dunn - A Spectacular Image (208) 699-8452 Chris Guibert - ChrisGuibert.com Graphic Design Scott Lakey Tom Latham Jenny Gaddy Advertising Sales Jeanette Dunn Tori Cook Jenny Gaddy Distribution Manager Steven Dunn

© 2011-12 Spokane Sizzle a Premier Publishing publication. Published annually by Premier Publishing, Inc., PO Box 518, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816 All content within this issue is copyrighted and no part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission of the publisher, Jeanette Dunn, Premier Publishing, Inc. All editorial material represents the views of the respective authors and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or endorsement of Premier Publishing, Inc. Every effort is made to ensure accurate information. However, the publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions and/or incorrect listing information.

To order your copy of the Spokane Sizzle magazine mail $5 to: Premier Publishing PO Box 518, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816 Send email request to: SizzlenCuisine@ premierpub.net Or call us! (208) 665-9805

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

table of contents

Departments >> >>

12 Recent Openings 20 Fork-in-Cork Award-Winners

74 Spokane Winery Tour Map

78 Shopping for the Best!

83 Community Calendar of Events

Spokane’s Top-Rated Restaurants Find Spokane Area Wineries Local Specialty Stores

Features >> >>

18 Feed Spokane 28 Madeleine’s Café & Pâtisserie

38 Italian Kitchen

Authentic French pastry, casual French dining Valuing what’s important V

>> 40, 50, 66

Salute to Servers We love their jobs W

48 Downriver Grill & The Flying Goat

54 Lindaman’s Gourmet To-Go & Bistro

60 The West Wing

68 Townshend Cellars

70 TVS Wine Cellars

80 Choosing a Caterer

82 Taste Worth The Trip

Sharing the neighborhood spotlight

A conversation with Merrilee Lindaman

Owner Raci Erdem is “stinkin’” up Spokane A growing family … of wines A best-kept secret? Not anymore! For that special event

Coeur d'Alene Destinations

Neighborhood Spotlights >> >> >> >> >> >>

22 26 42 46 52 64

West Side & Browne’s Addition Downtown Spokane University District North Side South Hill Spokane Valley & Liberty Lake

Next to the cuisine type in the restaurant listings, you will find these dollar-sign indicators of the price range of the average entrée. $ = less than $10 | $$ = $10–$20 | $$$ = moRe than $20

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Introducing…

our new

Sizzle Pocket Guide this new supplement to our annual spokane sizzle Dining and entertainment Guide is our way of making it even more convenient to find just the right restaurant experience you are looking for. there are tons of choices out there, and we hope to make it easier to choose a great local establishment when dining out or for a night out on the town. It’s a simple menu of restaurants, wineries and bars; digest sized for a handy quick reference to keep in your purse, pocket or glove box in your car. our sizzle magazine is up close and personal with the special people and places that make spokane unique, with stories, spotlights and features that help you get to know spokane and your own neighborhood better. our pocket guide now makes that information portable so you can keep the beautiful magazine on your coffee table or waiting area tables, to read at your leisure. whether you are a hometown restaurant lover, w someone new to the neighborhood or if you’re just in town for a visit, this guide has spokane-area maps to help you find your way with the same color-coded neighborhood sections that match the magazine. we’ve done all the footwork w to make it easy to find something right where you are. look for it in hundreds of rack locations throughout the city, and ask for it at your hotel.

Readers We would love to hear from you! Write in, send us a review, with or without photos, or go to our Web site and let us know what you think! We are looking for your stories and votes for your favorites. Please let us know of anything you would like to see in future issues, too! Call, write or email us anytime. Advertisers Contact us anytime for information about advertising in our next issue of the Spokane Sizzle or Idaho Cuisine! Distributors Thank you for making the Spokane Sizzle available for your customers. People really appreciate the gift; they tell us all the time! Please call anytime for more: (509) 951-9233. Sizzle’n Cuisine News and Reviews Sign up for our weekly eNewsletter online and receive the latest updates throughout the year between annual issues @ SizzlenCuisine.com All Web site addresses in this publication are on the World Wide Web (www.) We have dropped the repetitive typing of the www, and with most Internet browsers you no longer need to type it in. Phone numbers are Washington area code (509) unless otherwise specified.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

table of contents

Wine & Dine; Shop & Play

SpeCial SeCtionS

21 West Side & Browne’s Addition - Cake Bakery at Chaps Satisfying guests with lighter more flavorful desserts

25 Downtown Spokane - Scratch Restaurant & Rain Lounge

41 University District - Dry Fly Distilling

Where passion, vision and expertise come to the table

Locally made; internationally consumed

45 North Side - Frank’s Diner Award-winning diner food!

51 South Hill - Laguna Café Local flavor and experience like no other

63 Spokane Valley & Liberty Lake - MAX at Mirabeau Where there’s always something going on

67 Wine Time - Robert Karl Cellars

77 Shopping for the Best! - Main Market Co-op

Wine from the vine to your glass W

Offering local, organic, fair-trade products to Spokane

Next to the cuisine type in the restaurant listings, you will find these dollar-sign indicators of the price range of the average entrée. $ = less than $10

$$ = $10–$20

$$$ = moRe than $20

Featured on the Covers for 2011-2012 << on the Cover: 72

74470 27930

photo of Merrilee lindaman by Ben t bin on location at to lindaman’s Bistro and Gourmet to t -Go on Spokane’s South Hill.

With each annual issue of the Spokane Sizzle, we give our customers the opportunity to be featured on the cover. Here are this year’s covers for the 2011-2012 issue ::

<< on the Cover:

<< introducing

photo of raci erdem and staff by Sheena dunn on location at the west wing of the white House on Spokane’s South Hill.

lead photo by Sheena dunn on location at the Flying Goat on Spokane’s north Side.

74470 27930

Spokane

Wineries

74470 27930

<< on the Cover:

photo of don t wnshend with to sons Brandon and Michael by Sheena dunn on location at t wnshend winery to in Colbert, wash.

photo by Sheena dunn on location at Madeleine’s Café & pâtisserie in downtown Spokane.

the Spokane Sizzle pocket Guide Book featuring menus from your favorite area eateries. on the Cover: photo by Chris Guibert.

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

A word from the Editor

w welcome to the world of dining and entertainment in spokane … ... with our 7th annual a sizzle! w we’re excited to bring you our new issue, now fully interactive with our new supplemental sizzle Pocket Guide, smart-phone scan codes and our weekly enewsletter updates. More than ever we are able to keep you informed about the dining and entertainment scene in the spokane/coeur d’alene area, keeping the latest and greatest happenings magically at your fingertips. this publication is all about choices, and we are here to remind you of a few great ones. In this issue we are featuring long-time favorite lindaman’s. as they celebrate their 28th year, Merrilee dishes out life in the restaurant business and more. Downriver Grill’s new neighborhood pub, the flying Goat, wins the washington w restaurant association’s casual Dining restaurant of the year, and Madeleine’s café and Pâtisserie’s is still standing strong with its award-winning european cuisine. the newest branch of Idaho’s favorite w white House Grill, the west w wing w comes to spokane with Mediterranean flair and fun. find out more about townshend t cellar’s ever-growing family of wines, and learn all about feed spokane, a network of organizations that feed spokane’s hungry every day—an amazingly efficient system powered with inspired and generous people throughout. we w also pepper this issue with notable servers who bring a world-class dining experience to your table. enjoy the sizzle … the places, people and food that you will find only in spokane. w we hope you enjoy our efforts, and please let our advertisers know you saw them here in the sizzle!

Jeanette Dunn, Publisher “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” ~ Virginia Woolf

Spokane Sizzle is Online! The TOP 10 YUMMY THINGS YOU CAN DO @ SizzlenCuisine.com 1. SIGN UP for our Sizzleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;n Cuisine weekly eNews to get the hottest updates on local restaurants and entertainment and be entered to win a FREE Dinner for Two! 2. FLIP through our digital editions of the Spokane Sizzle and Idaho Cuisine magazines 3. FIND just the restaurant you are looking for 4. FIND local wineries 5. FIND locally produced foods and farms 6. VOTE for your local favorites 7. CHECK out our events calendar 8. TRY a recipe from local celebrity chefs 9. SEND us your own restaurant, winery, brewery or shopping listing or events 10. EXPLORE the delicious world of local dining and entertainment on our awardwinning Web site @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Along with all that flavor we have made it easy for smart phone users to find out more using our scan codes to find advertisers maps, menus, current calendar happenings, facebook pages and more. Just download a free QR code reader app and scan one of the codes like the ones on this page to find out more.

Sign up for our weekly Sizzleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;n Cuisine eNews and be entered to win a free dinner for two! SpokaneSizzle.com

Current Happenings

SpokaneSizzle.com

Masselow's

recent oPenInGs

Recent Openings

there’s no shortage of new places around spokane! our readers are always sending us hot tips on great new places to try. Here are a few of the new neighborhood favorites that have cropped up in the past year. Get out and explore the new flavors of spokane and see for yourself what all the excitement is about. WEST SIDE & broWnE'S aDDITIon MaSSEloW’S aT a norThErn QuEST CaSIno with an approach to food that is described w as simplistic yet elegant, quality without the complexity complexity, northern Quest’s newest dining addition, Masselow’s, is sure to please just about anyone who walks into their restaurant. sous chef bob rogers

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

assures that they only purchases the very best ingredients they can get their hands on, and most everything is made from scratch. featuring tribally inspired northwest contemporary cuisine, the menu changes with the seasons to continually offer only the best available product and to maintain the utmost quality. the exceptional menu is accompanied not only by an extensive list of regional wines, but by an outstanding staff that is both professional and passionate about what they do. In 2011, Masselow’s received the prestigious four Diamond restaurant award a from aaa, just months after the restaurant opened to the public. they opened the restaurant doors new Year’s eve 2009, were evaluated in april 2010, and found out about their award in June! Masselow’s is definitely doing something special from its inception … or should we say everything, right from the start. the ambiance, the table settings, the service, the front-of-the-house staff, the wine list, the menu, it all comes together for an unforgettable dining experience.

being at northern Quest casino and resort Hotel brings it into the approachable range for most every guest, from casual to dressy; the atmosphere feels right for everyone. whether you walk into the restaurant wearing a cowboy hat and boots or a formal tuxedo, expect the same wonderful service and hospitality. northern Quest casino is located at 100 n. Hayford rd. in airway Heights. to t make your reservation at Masselow’s, call (509) 481-6020.

CakE! there’s a new bakery at chaps, with a highly regarded pastry chef at the helm. Gina Garcia of t take the cake and bittersweet bakery and bistro fame has joined the chaps team. Gina brings years of expertise and joy in baking to the plate. the cake building was an expansion of chaps’ 1912 farmhouse and is delightfully decorated with funky chic stuff that makes you feel right at home. there’s always something new from cookies, pastries and breads to that special dessert. stop in and take something home

recent oPenInGs

or call ahead for a special order in advance. they’re making every day a special occasion at cake. 4237 s. cheney-spokane rd. (509) 624-4182

ITal T Ia Tal a Tra TraTTorIa the building at 144 s. cannon st. that once housed café Marron is now home to Italia trattoria. t chef anna Vogel and bethe bowman, both formerly of luna, bought the restaurant and changed the name and menu which now features Italian-inspired dishes. with w anna’s years of experience with other worldclass cuisines playing a role, she has combined her acquired knowledge and has fine tuned a menu sure to please the masses. they are getting many accolades, so be sure to try if for lunch or dinner. (509) 459-6000

did before. the lounge is always a hip and happening spot for a little relaxing stop-in after work with happy hour pricing and a great bar menu of its own. the bartenders can even whip up a tasty tidbit for you at the bar with their built-in induction burners. churchill’s is known for that high-quality dry-aged usDa a Prime seared to perfection and that elegant atmosphere that ensures you’re going to find exactly what sir w winston churchill would be looking for; fine food and drink unmatched in spokane. (509) 474-9888

CIao MaMbo the scratch menu combined with subtle lighting, vibrant art and Dean Martin singing in the background makes ciao Mambo a perfect setting for families,

Froyo EarTh Husband-and-wife team steve and Karen Kraft opened froyo earth late summer 2010, and it has quickly gained popularity in its downtown location, offering its patrons a fast, tasty, healthy treat. the concept is simple: the frozen yogurt and sorbet are self serve, you select your toppings (everything from fresh fruits, cereals and nuts to candies, syrups and other treats), and just pay per ounce. froyo earth serves Yocream products, based in Portland. Many of the flavors are fat free and all of the yogurts meet the national Yogurt association’s guidelines for live and active cultures. froyo earth is open at 10am daily. and keep your eye out. their Valley and north side locations will be opening soon! and did someone mention the south Hill? stay tuned. 172 s. Division st. ste. b (509) 455-8000

Manna rESTa rEST uranT QualITy Inn

opEnS

“Home cooking, heavenly taste with an ethnic twist.” that’s Manna. open daily, guests can enjoy Manna’s secret salsa recipe and plantains with every entrée. t try the caribbean Platter offering saffron rice, marinated beef strips and black beans, or the Maraschino Pork chop featuring a lean and juicy pork chop drizzled with a Marsala wine sauce and served with mashed potatoes and veggies. open 5pm daily for dinner. 110 e. fourth ave. (509) 838-6101 a

ThE SpokanE houSE rESTa rEST uranT has a new owner, rani Jee and is sporting a new makeover. this landmark hotel and restaurant offers a great view of the city and now also offers a great value-priced menu for lunch and dinner, with happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers from 3 to 6pm and early dinner pricing. open at 10am for lunch, they also deliver to local businesses in the area. with a lively entertainment scene on w weekends, this just might be a place for a date night soon. 4301 w. w sunset blvd. (509) 838-1471

METro CaFé

DoWnToWn ChurChIll’S STEakhouSE after a devastating fire gutted the building in July 2008, spokane was left wondering if its favorite steakhouse would rebuild. lucky for us, churchill’s opened its doors once again. It took the hard work of owner and executive chef, w william alles, along with a team of support and 19 months to restore the restaurant at 165 s. Post st. the beautiful rich mahogany interior furnished with beefy chairs, tables set with glistening stemware and china have been restored. but, some notable differences are that the wait staff and dining room have been dressed down slightly, and the prices have been lowered a bit, but the menu is still serving high-quality items as it

daily. the staff is ready to greet you at 818 w. w r riverside a ave., ste. a. (509) 315-4447

friends, business associates and a little amore’ rendezvous. their signature items are creative twists on classic Italian recipes and include a variety of rich savory sauces, traditional parmigianas, classic seafood pastas, lighter fare and their famous handtossed brick-oven pizzas. the wine list features Italian, american and northwest favorites, and they have a great liquor selections, too. the nachos all’ Italiana is a must-try, with pasta sheets lightly fried then covered in meatball and prosciutto alfredo sauce topped with banana peppers, tomatoes, black olives and parmesan. Yum! ciao Mambo is open for lunch and dinner

this causal diner has a long history of providing homestyle cooking and fresh cooked, handcarved meats. Y You’ll find truly simple, straightforward comfort food, with a little personal flare from new owner and chef, brian Hamilton, who took over the restaurant in november. brian is putting his own twist on Metro café classics and is also serving up some family favorites as daily specials: chicken Pot Pie, Irish beef stew, and Guinness cheddar corned beef chowder are just a few. a spokane native, brian has worked at several spokane restaurants before taking over Metro café this past winter: rocky rococo’s, luna, cucina cucina, chevy’s fresh Mex and the Italian Kitchen, all of which emphasized the importance of cooking with fresh ingredients, which brian has embraced wholeheartedly and continues to use as much as possible at the Metro cafe. find them at 510 w. w riverside r ave. in the a sherwood building. they even deliver to area businesses! (509) 747-8250

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

recent oPenInGs addition to the downtown restaurant lineup, and they have managed to gain a strong following in the short time they have been open. Maybe it’s the rich flavors of India and the excellent vegetarian selections. Maybe it’s the nearby medical center staffers that flock there. either way it’s a sure clue to try it and see for yourself what the big attraction is. the daily buffet offers nearly three dozen different dishes that change daily. open seven days a week; call for times. (509) 624-3738 wild dawgs

ugly bETTy’S

SapphIrE loungE aT a ThE ruby hoTEl the sapphire lounge is definitely doing its part when it comes to the evolution of the northwest culinary scene. utilizing only local, organic ingredients in the most sustainable manner possible, the sapphire lounge experience is one of modern gastronomical cuisine and libations, innovative atmosphere and forwardthinking mentality. looking for a quick bite, leisurely evening or late night? sapphire lounge is your new community gathering place. using the same philosophy as santé restaurant & charcuterie, chef and owner Jeremy l. Hansen is the creative mind behind the scene. cocktails feature freshly squeezed juices and technical methods to garnish all of the cocktails. even the cola and other sodas are created from scratch! as for the menu … with chef Jeremy at the helm, it is sure to evolve as the seasons change and as new innovations arise. expect nothing less than mindfully thoughtout flavors and textures that are created daily to help stimulate a new thinking of food. “food is art; life is art.” 901 w. 1st a w ave. (509) 747-1041

Taaj InDIan CuISInE owner Gurmeet Gill opened t taaj, located at 128 w. w third a ave., in august 2010. born in the Punjab state in northwest India, he is bringing the traditional flavors of his birthplace to spokane. Known for their great service and attention to customers, the food is the icing on the cake. they are a welcome

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

ugly betty’s, formerly talotti’ t s 211, is offering a relaxed sit-down atmosphere with a lounge and pub feel. new owners rob w washburn and Deb brown bring a new feel and a new name perfect for the neighborhood, next to fast eddie’s. ugly betty’s is now more of a neighborhood hangout for the university District than the party bar that talotti’ t s once was. During the day, head in for sandwiches, wraps and quesadillas for lunch, all made with their own unique flair. specials with that ugly betty’s touch: Quesadilla grilled with caramelized onions and asparagus, cajun calamari with chipotle aioli and Grilled cheese with three cheeses on sourdough bread. and, they have

they’ve even got bar hooks for your purses, ladies! finally, someone who knows how to treat a lady sitting at the bar. 211 n. Division st. (509) 747-8940

WIlD DaWgS You may not have eaten here yet, but we are sure you’ve noticed their sign. the one with the woman … and the hot dog … and … enough said. w wild Dawgs is all about gourmet hot dogs and sausages. there’s even a veggie dog on the menu. now don’t forget to order a nice cold beer (draft or bottle), or some vino, to accompany your “dawg.” breakfast sandwiches are available all day, too. open 7:30am Monday through friday, at noon saturday and sunday. w wild Dawgs is located at 102 n. Howard st. (509) 795-8228

WIllIaM’S SEaFooD MovES after 30 years, william’ w s seafood has moved to a more centrally located spot. formerly located at 10627 e. sprague a ave. in spokane Valley, customers can now find the business at 2118 n. r ruby st. north of downtown. with the move comes a w larger store at 4,000 square feet—nearly twice the size of its former space. new display cases showcase their expanded selection of fresh seafood. the expansion of beer and wines available is also in the works. a great selection of beers on tap—18 of them! weekends offer entertainment with w DJs and dancing, and during the summer months, live music on the outdoor patio. enjoy poker sunday and Monday, with karaoke t tuesday and wednesday—an w amateur karaoke that offers a fun and playful time with a few pros that show up to wow the crowd. thursday is ladies night with drink specials, half-priced appetizers, live music and raffle prizes just for the ladies. Psst …

unIvErSITy DISTrICT ThE FlyIng pIg CaFé with 34 years experience in spokane w working in scratch bakeries, owner Marsha loiacono definitely knows what she’s doing. with the help of her daughter and co-owner w erin rauth, who worked with her mother at Great Harvest bread co., the two opened the flying Pig café september 2010. the menu is quite unique, as a majority of the menu choices are pig-related. t try the

Pizano Pig sandwich with salami, turkey, pepperoncinis, provolone and a zesty tomato sauce on grilled bread, or the new York Dog with grilled sausage, deli mustard, onions and swiss cheese on a hoagie roll. there's also the b.l.t., Ham Melt, bacon Pea Pasta salad and much much more! Don’t forget about their daily soups specials. Head to 1822 e. sprague ave., near napa and east sprague and a find out what makes this place so porkalicious. (509) 863-9591

norTh SIDE CElEbraTI bra onS: a CookIE anD CupCakE braTI bouTIQuE celebrate with cake … cupcake that is! last summer, Mike and christina levinson opened their doors to the Garland district to something truly sweet … celebrations: a cookie and cupcake boutique at 713 w w. Garland ave. Imagine: a dozen gourmet cookie a choices, drizzled and dipped in premium chocolate; and a selection of more than two dozen fresh baked gourmet cupcakes. cupcakes are sold in four sizes including mini, regular, jumbo and extra large. open 9:30am Monday through saturday, the bakery is open until the cupcakes are sold out each day. (509) 327-3471

ThE FlyIng goaT oa oaT Just across the street from Downriver Grill the flying Goat has added the pizza pizzazz to the neighborhood with a casual pub and grill with a modern old flair. the fire that bakes their pizza is 600° f, f cooking them to perfection in less than three minutes. read more in our feature about them in the north side section of this issue. 3318 w. w northwest blvd. (509) 327-8277

ThE garlanD DrInkEry anD bon bon a ThE garlanD ThEaTE aT a r aTE tiny bars anyone? there are two new shining stars in the Garland business District. bon bon, 924 w. w Garland ave. a at the Garland theater, is the tiniest but cleverly decorated to fit a jolly crowd of 30ish inside. Vintage movie reels cleverly adapted to become tables and light fixtures, and diner-style spinning bar seats are a great way to savor their equally tiny cocktail menu that features some delish and zesty items such as the Mexican sidecar and twentieth t century cocktail. residing in the nostalgic Garland theater, it’s also perfectly fitting that they have someone spinning real vinyl records. (509) 413-1745 the Garland Drinkery, 828 w w. Garland ave., is only slightly larger and just a a block away away, so stop in to both and see

what’s happening in the Garland District. (509) 230-2064

MaCkEnzIE rIvEr pIzza Co. MacKenzie r river Pizza co. has finally made its way to eastern washington. w after opening in coeur d’alene a few years ago, they were bound to make their way over state lines to spokane. located at 9225 n. nevada, this casual, rustic atmosphere with unique lodgepole furniture, stunning scenic panoramic canvas and historic photographs transport diners to the very heart of the northern rockies. open for lunch and dinner daily, the menu features an incredible array of delectable dishes, always flavorful and fresh, and served up in heaping portions. Menu offerings include acclaimed gourmet pizzas—there are nearly two dozen on the menu—hearty sandwiches, salads, pastas, house-made soups and home-style entrée selections. to complement the menu choices, select t from a variety of microbrews, fine wines and specialty cocktails. (509) 413-1043

roaST houSE CoFFEE opened January 2010, this boutique coffee roastery focuses on the concept of “farm to cup.” located at 423 e. cleveland ave., a owner Deborah Di bernardo and roast master Dave r rier use coffee beans produced by family farms and small co-ops, specializing in high-quality, socially conscious, fair t trade rade coffee. Y You ou can find roast House and their private label coffees at local coffee houses and retail grocery stores. at press time the list includes the satellite Diner, Italia trattoria, t Main Market, atticus, cassano’s Italian Market, Huckleberry’s, Yoke’s, super 1 foods (on 29th), blue ox espresso and cup of Joy espresso. for those coffee lovers out there who love to support our local roaster scene, head to roast House coffee. (509) 995-6500

SuShI TraCk TErIyakI grIll walk into 7458 n. Division st., and w you will find something somewhat unconventional, but very practical. take t a seat at sushi track’ t s counter or at one of the tables, and rather than ordering off of a menu, just choose your sushi from a selection as it winds its way throughout the restaurant on a conveyor belt. Yup, you heard correctly. the cost of each small plate is determined by its color coding. owner James Kim has spruced up the former tokyo t stop t teriyaki by adding the conveyor belt, changing the menu and renaming the restaurant. there’s still teriyaki on the menu, as well as katsu, yakisoba, stir-fries and

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

recent oPenInGs fried rice. w with two knowledgeable sushi chefs and an experienced wok chef, patrons will get no less than great food. and fresh! James and his chefs take turns driving to seattle to buy fresh fish for the restaurant. (509) 483-4000

WaSabI bISTro & SuShI bar Yes! It’s w wasabi in color and cuisine. the north side gets some sushi love with this elegant little sushi stop. the décor is chic and contemporary, awash in wasabi and dark brown wood. w wasabi is the sister restaurant to the south Hill’s Ginger asian bistro. It’s an asianfusion cuisine type rather than a true Japanese restaurant, but the word the Hop Shop on the street says “Great sushi!” stop in and perch on one of their chic barstools and see for yourself at 10208 n. Division st. (509) 290-5573

SouTh hIll FaMouS EDS the former Pepperdine’s slash Hangar 57 has a new claim to fame! famous eds— and that’s eds as in plural famous eds—is now a brighter more inviting sports bar and restaurant thanks to an extreme makeover by the new owners. Dale Kleist of fast eddie’s and Mark starr of David’s Pizza have turned up the heat on the cuisine, super sized the fun and streamlined the service, not to mention the walls lined up with a lot of famous eds and almost as many tVs. they opened in february to a very welcoming south Hill neighborhood eager to see their new favorite local pub. the place was quickly a hit with their awaiting fans that patronize both their restaurants downtown and in the Gonzaga university area along with a few new neighbors just happy to see the new place on the corner of 57th and regal. busy as it is, the service is friendly and excellent right from the start. this is a place for both families and the sports bar crowd. they’re not only serving David’s world famous pizza, but also some all-star menu items from pastas, steaks and burgers to salads and sandwiches. the happy hours are very user friendly for getting happy with great prices from afternoon to late night. at press time we were hearing about patio expansion. sounds like they’re going to need it. (509) 290-5080

ThE hop Shop among the plethora of tiny bars opening up in the past year, the Hop shop has

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

recently celebrated their first anniversary of being the neighborhood pub at 38th and Grand boulevard. brothers Glen and andy Gardner have a passion for hops. they liked the idea of supporting local products and serving local people, so the Hop shop was born. Glen says the concept is well received by the neighborhood and they always have

a $4 pint on tap. “we we love beer and wine— w among other things—we liked the idea of a simple business, a neighborhood pub and community getting together, that’s why we have no tV here. People talk to each other and us.” a friendly bar and cozy corners with lounge chairs, along with patio in summer time makes one feel right at home. they love quality craft beer and local wines, and you won’t find any corporate product there. they call themselves a “beer dispensary” with a fine micro selection including ben’s Gold and clem’s brown from local airway Heights Golden Hills brewing co., at least one of local northern lights brewing co. brews and rotating taps from washington, w oregon, colorado and california breweries. they hey concentrate on IP IPas so they always have three IP IPas on tap. Just a few snacks available, too, but stop in even if you are just curious to try something new. they are all about sharing their knowledge of good craft beers. You just might find a growler you’ll want to take home. open 4pm tuesday through saturday. t (509) 747-9700

rEgal STrEET SEaFooDS the south Hill has a new fresh and frozen seafood market located on 30th and regal in the 7-eleven plaza. Phil and Heather lanzone, who also own northstar seafoods—a seafood distribution company located in airway Heights—thought it only natural to expand their company by adding a retail seafood market, regal street

seafoods. expect nothing less than a great selection of the freshest, top-quality seafood delivered fresh daily. the market also offers hand-breaded, fresh (not frozen) fish and chips daily accompanied by their signature tartar sauce. from fresh wild-caught salmon, halibut, cod and tuna to mahi-mahi, chilean seabass, fresh scallops, mussels, oysters and clams, along with a multitude of frozen items that include lobster, crab legs and shrimp, you're sure to find what you're looking for. they also sell wine! choose from a nice wine selection ranging from california, Italy and chile to pair with your fresh seafood . "like" them on facebook to find out their daily specials. 2812 e. 30th a ave. (509) 535-1966

Savory rESTa rEST uranT anD loungE It's hard to miss this towering grand entrance at 14th and Grand. the savory atmosphere is where rustic-wood-beam meets urban-chic-lighting in a large oneroom open floor plan. w with an exhibition kitchen on the side, the feeling is still very intimate when seated at your table. the menu presents items like steamed clams in white wine cilantro broth with chorizo and fennel, house-made mozzarella wrapped in proscuitto with chile lime sofrito, the house salad with spinach, apricots, crispy black gabanzos, candied hazelnuts and honey cumin dressing, flat iron steak with smoked tomato butter and pan-roasted pork chop with pear chutney. It's no wonder the name "savory" is a fitting moniker for this restaurant. w with so many savory flavors on the menu, both the neighborhood and

recent oPenInGs restaurant features an extensive menu of appetizers and martinis (including a happy hour menu if you land there between 3 and 6 pm or after 9 pm), as well as salads, sandwiches, pizzas and entrées; and there’s a gluten-free menu, too. w with a large bar area featuring a 16-foot by 16-foot wall of liquor, a double-sided fireplace and comfortable booth and table seating, private dining for up to 30 people, outside patio and more, this restaurant is a must on your try soon list. breakfast is served 9am to 1pm saturday and sunday. open 11am to 10pm Monday through thursday, 11am to 11pm friday, 9am to 11pm saturday and 9am to 10pm sunday. (509) 290-5636 [SS]

beyond have welcomed savory with open enthusiasm. open for lunch and dinner, with a banquet room available for private parties, meetings and special occasions. 1314 s. Grand blvd. (509) 315-8050

ThE WEST WIng oF ThE WhITE houSE that crazy foreigner is at it again! owner/ chef raci erdem is famous in Post falls, known for his restaurants the oval office and the white House Grill, and the garlicky goodness that comes along with them. the w west wing of the white House is his newest w endeavor, bringing raci’s flair for goodness, garlic and total fun to the south Hill at 4334 s. regal st. read more about them in the south Hill neighborhood section of this issue. (509) 443-1660

SpokanE vallEy/lIbErTy lakE bEn’S yogurT ‘n’ DElI oh … here’s another one! everywhere we look these days we are finding cupcakes and frozen yogurt shops opening. both decadent and healthy for pure pleasure reasons, they are all a must try. ben’s opened summer 2010. this little joint cools you down when the weather’s hot and comforts you during the long, cold, wet winter months. that’s right! ben’s Yogurt ‘n’ Deli, 9119 e. broadway, serves six

rotating flavors of Yocream frozen yogurt from Portland (with more than 20 toppings to choose from), as well as sandwiches and wraps, soups and salads. open daily, this little deli is the perfect stop for lunch and a cool sweet treat. (509) 893-8050

ThE roCk bar anD loungE opened July 2010, this place keeps things rockin’ with live music, DJs, nine tVs, pool tables, video games, pull tabs and great drink prices. open 2pm daily, be sure to stop in for their super hours, 5 to 7pm, for bottomless domestic beer! owner steve Manning, formerly co-owner of spokane’s Moxie, has created a venue with a classic rock atmosphere; even menu items are named after rock-and-roll legends. the game room offers sports enthusiasts a 12-foot projection screen for that big game, along with various gaming systems. the rock bar and lounge is located at 13921 e. trent t ave. on the corner a of trent t and evergreen. (509) 443-3796

TWIgS bISTro anD MarTInI bar there is now a fourth t twigs location! 14728 e. Indiana a ave. (the former tGI friday’s location) at the spokane Valley Mall is now home to the newest addition to the twigs t family of restaurants. the

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Food pickup with tami kennedy of Feed Spokane and Chef Chad Michelbook of northern Quest Casino

Feed Spokane

S p o k a n E ’ S l E F Tov E r S a n D ov E r S To C k g o E S r I g h T To T h E p E o p l E W h o n E E D I T !

Programs that help feed Spokane’s hungry have got a friend. It’s called Feed Spokane, a simple concept that brings together an army of volunteers, contributors and resources to distribute more than 800,000 meals annually to those in need of food in the greater Spokane area. In the restaurant and hospitality industry, many occasions arise in which perfectly good—even delicious food—is thrown in the trash because it is left over from an event, or it needs to be eaten right away. These commercial food-service operators just don’t have a way to get it into the hands of those who need it. This is where Feed Spokane enters the picture. Feed Spokane volunteers take the call, pick up the extra food and deliver it to the appropriate charitable feeding program that utilizes each and every drop. It only takes a simple phone call to participate. They really do it all, and here’s the kicker—they do it efficiently. It is truly an amazing program, with a generous group of citizens who care and share their time and resources to make it all work. “People are coming together to make sure they can serve as many people as possible,” says Tom Petersen of the Salvation Army. “This community is so wired for that.” Feed Spokane is gaining real headway in making Spokane a no-waste community that cares about those who are in need of food.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Many area restaurants are involved and more are becoming a part of this vital effort to meet the needs of our food-challenged citizens. Arby’s, the Spokane Convention Center, Davenport Hotel, Papa Murphy’s, Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, Northern Quest Casino, Satellite Diner, Prospectors, Little Caesar’s, and even The Epicurean Delight Event, are all generous contributors and supporters of the Feed Spokane movement. Industry suppliers who have faithfully donated pans and Ziplock bags to the cause include Bargreen Ellingson, Sysco, U.S. Foods, URM and Insite. Other contributors include Washington Auto Carriage, who provides a secure parking lot for Feed Spokane’s refrigerated truck, donated by Ron Wells and his son from the Coeur d’Alene Brewing Company. Greater Spokane Dietetic Association, who organizes and orchestrates the Dine Out to Feed Spokane every March in honor of nutrition month, and the Spokane Regional Health Department encourage restaurants to donate their leftover safe food to the cause. Last but not least is the Washington restaurant Association Spokane Chapter, Bakers Commodities and caring citizens who help with financial contributions on a regular and faithful basis. Everyone is important and plays a variety of roles in their contributions. “At the end of the week, a lot of high-quality product was being thrown away,” says Jerry Lynch, general manager of Arby’s, one of Feed Spokane’s original restaurants to get involved.

Food pickup with executive Chef Bryan Franz at the davenport

arby's GM jerry lynch and tom petersen of the Salvation army

“Now we give it away.” Arby’s owner, Dave McGann, even donated a freezer for storage, while Red Lion donated a truckload of used kitchen utensils to better outfit the meal sites in Spokane. “Restaurants are saving and storing their leftover prepared food for pickup once a week by program volunteers, who then get the food to one of some 30 low-income meal-provider kitchens in the Spokane area,” says Tami Kennedy of Bargreen Ellingson, who serves as a board member for Feed Spokane. “This simple act has also made restaurant operators more aware of the waste in their

"Every day in this country, we throw away two and a half times as much food as is required to feed all of our nation’s hungry. Here in Spokane, we are tapping this resource to ensure we have a healthier community. It just makes sense,” says Tami Kennedy of Bargreen Ellingson and Feed Spokane.

role in local neighborhoods by having this extra food available to families in need. It’s a ‘winwin’ situation for all involved.” She adds: “We believe that no one in our community should go hungry, and that promoting dignity, respect and hospitality is as important as providing delicious food.” Feed Spokane and its volunteers are truly making a difference in our community and the many families in need. The idea is catching on! Now Feed Cheney and Feed Medical Lake offer similar impromptu food pickup services to get fresh hot-prepared food into local feeding systems for the hungry. Both restaurants and schools are getting involved and feeling good about contributing great food that may have otherwise gone to waste. It is a wonderful way to boost employee moral and encourage community service amongst staff or students alike. “If a bunch of people do a little, it will work,” affirms Jerry. Take the time to find out more how you can help this great cause. [SS]

FIVE WAYS YOU CAN hELP FEED SPOkANE :: 1 Freeze and donate your overage

kitchens and enabled them to manage their food volumes/costs more efficiently. Every day in this country, we throw away two and a half times as much food as is required to feed all of our nation’s hungry. Here in Spokane, we are tapping this resource to ensure we have a healthier community. It just makes sense.” For those who may be concerned about food safety and health, the program has been approved by the Spokane Regional Health District, and the Good Samaritan Act prevents contributors from liability for the safety of the donated food. Jerry adds, “No one wants to take any chances. The last thing we would want to see is someone who already has compromised health be at risk of getting sick from the food we distribute.“ Feed Spokane trains volunteer workers in safe food handling at meal sites, with an annual Serve Safe Certification Class and requires food workers certificates be held by all volunteers picking up and delivering donated food. According to Marlene Alford, executive director of the Women’s and Children’s Free Restaurant, “Feed Spokane has been instrumental in providing a way for the ‘sharing of resources’ to take place. It has opened doors to smaller agencies that are playing a vital

from events or your daily excess

2 Prepare and donate a regular entrée 3 Donate surplus equipment or

other resources for the various feeding programs supported through Feed Spokane.

4 Sponsor or host a Feed

Spokane fundraiser or participate in Dine Out for Feed Spokane

5 Support Feed Spokane with financial contributions

ConTaCT uS iF you Have a little extra you would like to ContriBute to tHe CauSe, or juSt want More inForMation aBout tHe proGraM, CHeCk out tHe weB Site (alSo donated By a CarinG Citizen), at FeedSpokane.CoM or Call (509) 216-7364.

executive director Marlene alford & Chef karen torkelson of the women's & Children's Free restaurant

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

forK-In-corK awarDs o’Dohertys

Chaps

Churchills

Twigs

Gotta find our sizzle’n fork-in-cork award a w winners! Just where are the local favorites? the neighborhood hangouts? who is creating that buzz and getting enough attention to motivate our readers to go online and vote? look no further. You will find them here! our unique fork-in-cork a award recognizes the special talents of the brightest shining stars of the culinary world right here in spokane. these winners present to you fine cuisine, great places to take the kids, the hot spot to make that great business deal, the ideal setting to meet a friend for lunch and so much more! step up to the plate, pull up a chair and tip the glass; you will find a tasty destination sure to please. cheers to a great dining (and drinking) experience. we’re w sure you will find one of your favorites here, or maybe a new place to try. bon appetit!

Cozy romantic dinner for two

Martini bar that shakes it up!

Diner worth its salt

Coffee shop that soothes the jitters

For a cocktail and a bite to eat

Enjoyable for the entire family

party place food or not

Finest pub food and a brew

The bEST pizza!

Meet a friend for lunch place

alive at 5! The fun happy hour

The must-try new place on the block

For the best sandwich anywhere

When only a place with a view will do

power lunch for making deals

For the love of food … a chef with style!

Churchill’s Steakhouse, Downtown 165 S. Post St. – (509) 474-9888 Chaps Coffee Co. & Cake bakery, West Side 4237 S. Cheney-Spokane Rd. – (509) 624-4182 o’Doherty’s Irish grill, Downtown 525 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. – (509) 747-0322 lindaman’s, South hill 1235 S. Grand Blvd. – (509) 838-3000

Madeleine’s Café & patisserie, Downtown 707 W. Main Ave. – (509) 624-2253 C.I. Shenanigans, Downtown 332 N. Spokane Falls Ct. – (509) 455-6690

Favorite wine list

Twigs bistro and Martini bar, Downtown 808 W. Main Ave. – (509) 232-3376 rain lounge at Scratch, Downtown 1009 W. 1st Ave. – (509) 456-5656 The Elk public house, West Side 1931 W. Pacific – (509) 363-1973 zola, Downtown 22 W. Main – (509) 624-2416

anthony’s at Spokane Falls, Downtown 510 N. Lincoln St. – (509) 328-9009

Satellite Diner, Downtown 425 W. Sprague Ave. – (509) 624-3952 Ciao Mambo, Downtown 818 West Riverside Ave. – (509) 315-4447 The Flying goat, north Side 3318 W. Northwest Blvd. – (509) 327-8277 The West Wing of the White house 4334 S. Regal St. – (509) 443-1660

Vote Online For Your Favorites! Scan this code to vote online for your favorite restaurants!

Santé restaurant & Charcuterie – jeremy Hansen – 404 W. Main – (509) 315-4613

luna, South hill 5620 S. Perry St. – (509) 448-2383

Flying goat

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Ciao Mambo

Elk

lindaman’s

SECTION INTRO

pHoto By: lauren BeCker

BROWNE’S ADDITION & WEST SIDE “The smell of good bread baking, like the sound of lightly flowing water, is indescribable in its evocation of innocence and delight.” ~ MFK Fisher

cake bakery at chaps SatiSFyinG GueStS witH liGHter More FlavorFul deSSertS Chaps dining and Cake bakery began as a 1912 farmhouse based in beautiful Spokane, Wash. Celeste Shaw and Gina Garcia met when they both built and created individual cafes/bakeries. Gina had been delighting pastry lovers all over the Northwest, while Celeste was working as a nurse and establishing her sweet childhood dream of Chaps. After a couple years, they got to talking, became inspired, and decided to combine their love for community, cooking and baking. And so ... a new camaraderie was born! Chaps Café, which opened October 2006, welcomed the addition of Cake Bakery in early 2010. Whether it’s a festive cake to celebrate a special day, a simple slice of fruit tart as a pick-me-up in the afternoon, or a satisfying dessert to restore the palate at the end of a meal, desserts are a delightful addition to any occasion, and Cake is sure to fulfill your needs.

At Cake, they take pride in combining fresh, quality ingredients to create desserts that are lighter, less sweet and more flavorful for today's appetites. Dedicated to offering a variety of unique and fresh specialties, every dessert is made with the care and attention fine food requires. There is always a selection of desserts on hand: Tiramisu, Tuscan Cream Cake, Carrot Cake, Bavarian Cream Cake, Three Chocolate Mousse, Marquisse, Lemon Cloud Pie, Key Lime Pie, Seasonal Fruit Tarts, Chocolate Espresso Roulade, Lemon Chiffon Cake and Coconut Cream Cake … all are on the menu, and more! Every detail of Chaps’ fabulous dishes and Cake’s scrumptious desserts are meticulously designed and prepared. The experience is yummy, healthy and happy. They love what they do and hope you will, too! 4237 S. Cheney-Spokane Rd. ~ (509) 624-4182 ~ ChapsGirl.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Neighborhood Spotlight

browne's addition & west side HiStoriC neiGHBorHood oFFerinG Great dininG, artS and eventS from browne’s addition to cheney, spokane’s west w side is home to the beautiful northwest Museum of arts and culture (Mac), the spokane International airport and fairchild airforce base in airway Heightsand eastern washington w university campus in cheney. In the 1970s and ’80s, browne's addition was considered less than desirable. r run-down houses with knee-high grass were a common sight; crime was rampant. when potential renters responded to an apartment ad and discovered its location, their response would be an automatic “no thanks.” the neighborhood was known as Hippie Haven. then, in the early ’80s, a group of optimistic neighbors began a branding campaign to put forth the neighborhood as historic—not just old. they came up with a logo and directed neighborhood funds received through a HuD grant to be spent on old-style street signs, historic plaques, a traffic turn-a-round and a replica gazebo in coeur d’alene Park. the branding campaign worked, and over the years, the perception of the neighborhood gradually changed. as the apartment occupancy rate increased, so did the revenue the building owners were willing to reinvest. today today oday,, the upscale neighborhood is now full of classy, hip and high-end condos and refurbished stately homes. take a stroll in browne’s addition to see how this t

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

magnificent area has once again come alive, allowing for growth of new businesses. this area is home to many historic homes to include the roberts Mansion, Patsy clark’s Mansion, the campbell House and the centerpiece of the neighborhood, the northwest Museum of arts and culture. the Mac is one of spokane’s must-visit treasures featuring art, history and cultural exhibits along with family focused activities. the café at the Mac is provided by D’Zaar cuisine and serves american and Middle eastern lunches, along with delicious pastries. the corner of cannon street and w west Pacific is home to the elk Public House, the popular neighborhood pub for all ages, with el Que taco bar and tequila shack out back. Italia trattoria offers its eclectic Italian cuisine for breakfast, lunch t and dinner. then there’s tully’ t s coffee house and Pacific avenue Pizza. a coeur d’alene Park in browne’s addition is home to one of the largest annual art events in the area—art fest, put on by the Mac in early June. the elk also has the elk fest that weekend filled with live music and merriment. this three-day event of art, art-making and performances by local musicians is fun for the entire family! south on Highway 395 to Pullman at cheney-spokane road you will find chaps café and cake bakery next to the

neighborhood spotlight

MaC: northwest Museum of arts & Culture

t trading company grocery store. chaps is a charming and cozy cafĂŠ, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with occasional live music on the weekends for dinner. also in this location is latah bistro, offering bistro fare with live music and top-notch service. the latah creek Variety Market brings local foods and artisans together for an open-air market each summer. on sunset Highway (state route 2), the r rusty Moose bar and Grill is near the Hilton Garden Inn. a little farther west to Hayford road then north is the ever-entertaining northern Quest casino and its numerous restaurants and clubs. this

is where you will find Masselow's, a four-diamond awardwinning restaurant. the west plains area is where airway Heights, Medical lake and four lakes surround fairchild airforce base. Klinkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the lake is at williams w lake, a surprising upscale restaurant that is way out of the way but worth the trip when you want to take the time for a drive and a little conversation while in search of some great food. they are famous for their prime rib, along with their service. [SS]

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

BROWNE’S ADDITION & WEST SIDE Chaps Café & Cake Bakery 4237 S. Cheney-Spokane Rd. (509) 624-4182 ameRican café, BakeRy & coffeehouse $-$$

Dreams do come true! Welcome to Chaps, first conceived when I was a little cowgirl in Montana, where I was nurtured, encouraged and championed by my two loving grandparents. They remain very much alive today within the décor, the food and, hopefully, the warmth I remember so vividly. I designed, built and furnished the café with materials, art and objects from my family’s homestead in order to evoke special meaning and memories. I hope your time at Chaps brings as much pleasure to you as I

have in sharing it! At Cake, our bakery at Chaps, we combine fresh, quality ingredients to create desserts that are lighter, less sweet and more flavorful for today's appetites. Serving breakfast 7:30am-3pm Fri.-Sat., until 2pm Sun., lunch 11am-3pm Tues.-Sun. and dinner 4:30pm-Close Wed.-Sat. ChapsGirl.com

El Que 141 S. Cannon St. (509) 624-5412 stReet-taco style $-$$

El Que, opened December 2009, is the newest addition to the Elk-Porch-Moon-Time-TwoSeven family of restaurants. What is El Que you

ask? Think taco truck, take away the wheels, add 35 different tequilas, the most inventive cocktail list in town, a dash of house-made hot sauces, mix together in a 35-seat space and enjoy. Open at 4pm daily. WeDontHaveOne.com

Elk Public house, The 1931 W. Pacific Ave. (509) 363-1973 PuB & GRill $-$$

We’re Spokane’s not-so-secret neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of historic Browne’s Addition, featuring fresh salads, soups, sandwiches and pastas all made from scratch. Find a great selection of micro-brewed beers, wines by the glass and original cocktails served in a comfortable pub-style atmosphere. We also feature some of the region’s best outdoor seating. Open 11am daily. For menu, specials and more, visit our Web site. WeDontHaveOne.com

Find recent restaurant and entertainment news, current events, reader reviews, local wineries and great places to shop for the very best! SizzlenCuisine.com is your local resource to find just what you are looking for!

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

SECTION INTRO

Downtown “The art of dining is no slight art, the pleasure not a slight pleasure.” ~ Michel de Montaigne

scratch

restaurant & rain lounge wHere paSSion, viSion and expertiSe CoMe to tHe taBle At Scratch Restaurant, everything is made exactly that way—from scratch! One of Spokane’s premier downtown restaurants and night hotspot offering lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, Scratch is a treat to all the senses. Partners Connie Naccarato and Jason Rex marry passion, vision and expertise to provide the ultimate dining experience at Scratch. Every time you step through the doors, you will find a great selection of fresh fish and high-quality meats, and with their seasonal menu changes, there’s always something new to try! With a new year comes great new prices that can’t be beat: Lunch prices range from $7 appetizers, $10 wraps and burgers, and no more than $15 for lunch entrees! Tired of spending $30 on a dinner that leaves you hungry? Dinner prices average $23, and the portion sizes are amazing; you’re sure to leave satisfied every

time. Rain Lounge, located right next door to Scratch, offers happy hour all day Monday and Tuesday, from 4 to 6pm and again from 10pm to close Wednesday through Saturday. From 6 to 10pm Thursday, the Scratch dinner menu is available for half price in the Rain Lounge. And enjoy live music 9pm to 1am every Friday and Saturday night. When it comes to wine, finding old favorites and discovering new ones is what Scratch's list is made of. You'll find white and red wines by the glass and bottle, along with sparkling and dessert wines. And even better ... every Wednesday bottles of wine are half price. Scratch also caters and offers private dining, or ... Chef Jason Rex can come to you and prepare a wonderful meal right in your own home! 1007 W. First Ave. ~ (509) 456-5656 ~ ScratchSpokane.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Photo by George Perks

Neighborhood Spotlight

Downtown A GreAt A PlAce to exPlore, dine And let loose At Downtown Spokane is alive with an explosion of new attractions that has made this area a great place to explore, dine and let loose! A full array of restaurants coupled with an exquisite selection of late-night hangouts and music venues make downtown a unique destination for thrill-seekers of any age. A full array of restaurants coupled with an exquisite selection of late-night hangouts and music venues make downtown a unique destination for those, old and young, looking to have some fun. The Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox continues to play its role in keeping the downtown streets buzzing. Nearby, Scratch Restaurant and Rain Lounge have been a busy spot for theatre patrons. Within walking distance of the Fox are the Davenport Hotel and its fabulous restaurants, the new Post Street Ale House, along with Moxie, Agave, Raw, The Steam Plant Grill and Wild Sage American Bistro—just to name a few. Spokane has become a great destination for musicians and performers in the last decade, and with all the fantastic music venues the city has to offer, it’s no wonder. Interplayers, The Bing Crosby Theater, The Knitting Factory, The INB Performing Arts Center and Spokane Civic Theatre prove there is no shortage of venues for live entertainment to experience downtown.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Of course, no downtown experience would be complete without a little food with some wine or a brew to match. The variety of downtown restaurants provide whatever suits your taste, from pizza and kid-friendly to the most elegant fine dining available in the area. Standing the test of time are the long-time reliable Cyrus O’Leary’s, Rocky Rococo, Luigi’s, Italian Kitchen, Europa Restaurant and Bakery, The Old Spaghetti Factory, Sushi Maru, Rock City Grill and the Steam Plant Grill; all very popular spots for an enjoyable family experience. On the finer dining options list for that date night with someone special or a cherished event on the calendar, the list includes Spencer’s, Hill’s, Mizuna, Scratch, Ciao Mambo and Wild Sage American Bistro. Overlooking the Spokane River, which meanders through Downtown Spokane, enjoy the finest views of the falls with some of the finest cuisine and service to be riverfront Park

neighborhood spotlight

riverfront park

found in spokane at clinkerdagger and anthony’s at spokane falls, both just north of the river. Gibliano brothers Dueling Piano bar and Music House, the only dueling piano bar in spokane, and the Inland northwest for that matter, is a great addition to downtown, offering late-night entertainment six days a week! the lunch and coffee café scene includes the ever-popular Domini’s sandwiches, santé at auntie’s bookstore, alpine bakery and bistro, J-walk w walk bakery, neato burritos, chicken and More, soulful soups and spirits lounge, brooklyn Deli, High nooner, brews bros espresso lounge, atticus coffee House, rocket bakery, thomas Hammer coffee, taste t café and Madeleine’s café and Pâtisserie, with its fresh baked pastries still warm from the oven! for lunch, dinner or happy hour fix, stop in at the hip and happening Post street ale House at the Hotel lusso. an eclectic mix of fun doesn’t end with the nightlife offerings including the phenomenon of the baby bar, which demands a visit just to see what a baby bar is, o’Doherty’s Irish Grille, farw arwest arw west billiards, the blue spark, steelhead bar and Grill, ugly

betty's, t twigs, Dempsey’s brass rail, Marquee lounge, Pub, Zola, baby bar, fast eddie’s, Deleon’s at Heroes and legends, and bistango Martini bar. no night out would be complete without the satellite Diner, where you can find that late-night café with great food way into the wee hours of the morning. there are no less than nine wineries and tastings rooms where you can explore spokane’s own winemakers’ talents: arbor crest, barili, barrister, caterina and lone canary, Grande ronde, robert Karl, Vintage Hill and whitestone, as well as left bank wine w bar. local breweries include coeur d’alene brewing company—housed in the steam Plant Grill, and northern lights brewing co. in the nearby university District. c.I. shenanigans, also offering its own brew, is a hidden gem that is tucked behind the convention center and east of the Double t tree Hotel along the river. Downtown is a must if you haven’t been there in a while. there are three ways to cross the river: Division, washington w and Monroe streets. both sides of the river hold a wide variety of entertainment and dining options to enjoy. Don’t miss them. [SS] the onion

davenport district

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

pHoto CourteSy oF Madeleine'S

MaDeleIne’s Café & Pâtisserie

Madeleine’s

Café & Pâtisserie au T h E n T I C F r E n C h pa S T ry, C a S ua l F r E n C h D I n I n g

Heading into their fourth year now, and ideally situated in the heart of Downtown Spokane, Madeleine’s Café and Pâtisserie has earned their reputation as one of the best restaurants in Spokane and grown into a very busy award-winning culinary destination. Owners Deb Green and daughter Megan VanStone work tirelessly to ensure that Madeleine’s continues to earn the appreciation of its guests and respect of its peers. Their dedication has been rewarded

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

by their success. A thriving café and bakery with a lively atmosphere, Madeleine’s is a “must” destination for locals and travelers alike. Antique fixtures, a pair of classic chandeliers and comforting colors of periwinkle blue and soft yellow create a charming and well-orchestrated theme of French Provençal. Adding to the French charm is an expansive and comfortable patio, which is always busy during the warmer months. The menu is eclectic and serves the smaller appetite, as well as the hearty eater, and those with a taste for authentic European pastries

MaDeleIne’s Café & Pâtisserie

baked fresh every day. Locally owned and roasted DOMA coffee is served by enthusiastic and expert baristas. They open the restaurant at night with sophisticated, chefprepared fine dining and are currently open Friday and Saturday evenings. At 5 pm they switch from order-and-sit-down to fulltable service. A diverse selection of imported and local wines and microbrews accompany the classic French dinner menu. Live music is a big hit every Friday night. Dinner choices include wonderfully savory offerings such as Pan-Seared Sea Scallops with a Caper and White-Wine Truffle Sauce, Steak au Poivre with Frites and Almond-Crusted Salmon with Honey-Lavender Beurre Blanc. The dinner menu is peppered with seasonal changes such as Coq au Vin and White Wine-Braised Rabbit Cassoulet. Deb and Megan are proud of the team they’ve assembled. Together with their chefs, they continue to stack up awards for

their culinary expertise. Adding to their win at the local Battle of the Chefs, Madeleine’s was voted Best Brunch two years in a row by diners voting through a local TV station. Last year Madeleine’s won their category of First Course at the highly touted Epicurean Delight, and followed that up this year by winning the coveted Dessert category with Pastry Chef Alicia’s Hazelnut and Salted Caramel Marjolaine. Last fall, voters at the Spokesman Review ate 14 Reuben sandwiches and voted Deb’s Best in Town. This spring, different judges tried Deb’s against nine others and declared a “culinary Cinderella story,” as Madeleine’s won again. Hearty and classic breakfast is now offered seven days a week. Among the favorites from the scrumptious menu of cooked-toorder dishes are omelets, apple-topped cheese-filled crepes and hearty whole-wheat pancakes with maple butter. Also available, while they last, are Madeleine’s very tasty baked maple bars.

“Our guests love to dine alfresco, whether they’re enjoying a fresh croissant and espresso, or a classic French dish,” says Deb Green, owner.

Lunch is served daily. The gourmet display cases allow for selections that offer diverse and refreshing new choices in enticing ways that are fresh all day, every day. They also offer alternative ingredients with farmers’ fresh organic produce and imported cheeses. Many of the cased items are vegetarian with vegan choices as well. Popular items on the lunch menu include Grilled Paninis, Hearty Macaroni and Cheese, Cornish Pasties, salads, Croque Monsieur and the popular Sliders—three mini burgers with caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese and Dijon on house-made white buns, served with pommes frites (fries). Dessert pastries include such European classics as Napoleons, Éclairs, Sacher Torte, fresh fruit tarts, Paris Brest and seasonal favorites like Pumpkin Fudge and Buche de Noel. Beautifully displayed, they entice guests all day long to enjoy. Peanut

butter sandwich cookies, award-winning ginger molasses and traditional Macaron de Paris are among some of the cookies available each day. It takes a highly trained pastry staff of three led by Pastry Chef Megan and Pastry Chef Alicia Purvis Lariviere to keep up with the demand for fresh pastry. Most days Meg can be found in the kitchen constructing fondant-covered cakes in incredible shapes and colors for special orders; a task she’s very suited for and ever so happy doing. Her cakes, and cupcakes as well, are quickly becoming recognized around the Inland Northwest for their delicious flavors, astonishing detail and whimsical designs. The first two Sundays in December are reserved for their Breakfast with Santa. A delicious brunch, live music, photos and Santa make these days memorable for everyone. Mother’s Day is

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

MaDeleIne’s

Café & Pâtisserie

Barista Ben poffenroth

the other special occasion for which they serve brunch. After a romantic proposal on Valentine’s Day at the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Megan married Aaron VanStone with a summer wedding at the Davenport Hotel and reception, which took place on Wall Street just outside the restaurant. On the closed street, a very large chandelier-adorned tent, housed many of the 250 guests as pink- and orange-clad tables spilled out from beneath. Dozens of large vases held assorted colorful matching flower arrangements and paper lanterns together with more than 30,000 tiny lights strung across the street. Drawing on her 16 years experience, Deb orchestrated the catering for the rehearsal dinner, reception and Sunday Brunch. Meg baked the Wedding and Groom’s cakes, which were decorated with fondant and thousands of handmade gum-paste flowers. Aside from the gourmet meal and delicious cakes, each guest was treated to a hand-decorated Eiffel Tower cookie. Madeleine’s is happy to help you plan your special event. Deb, Megan and their friendly staff hope you’ll join them at Madeleine’s for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or just come in and linger over a cappuccino and pastry. Either way, you’re always welcome. [SS]

gETTIng ThErE Madeleine’S iS loCated at 707 w. Main ave. in downtown Spokane at tHe Corner oF Main avenue and wall Street. Main avenue iS a one-way HeadinG eaSt-Bound, and wall Street iS a walkinG-only Street in tHe BloCkS SurroundinG Madeleine’S. HeadinG eaSt on i-90: take tHe linColn Street exit, exit #280B. turn SliGHt riGHt onto S. linColn Street, tHen turn riGHt onto w. Main avenue. Madeleine’S will Be on your riGHt. (509) 624-2253 Madeleines-spokane.coM

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

DOWNTOWN Alpine Bistro and Bakery 810 N. Monroe (509) 327-7040 euRoPean comPfoR t food $

Unassumingly tucked away in the bustling courthouse district, Alpine's bistro welcomes you in with the aromas of fresh baked bread that wafts in from our Old-World bakery. Our breakfast and lunch offerings consist of European comfort cuisine. With everything made fresh in-house, it's hard to decide which dish you should indulge in.

Anthony’s at Spokane Falls 510 N. Lincoln Ave. (509) 328-9009 seafood & ameRican $$-$$$

Enjoy fresh seafood with the best view dining in Spokane! Overlooking the grandeur of the upper Spokane Falls, Anthony’s offers the finest in fresh Northwest seafood in the heart of Downtown Spokane. Enjoy warm-weather dining on the expansive deck, where the rush of water can be heard as you enjoy cocktails, lunch or dinner. In addition to the freshest seafood available, Anthony’s also offers a selection of great steaks, pasta and salads, all complemented by fresh-from-the-farm local produce, Northwest wines— including many selections from Spokane-area wineries—and microbrews. Banquet facilities are available for your special celebration. Offering lunch 11:30am-3pm Mon.-Sun., dinner 4-9:30pm Mon.-Thurs., 4-10:30pm Fri.-Sat. and 3-9pm Sun. Anthonys.com

Barrister Winery 1213 W. Railroad Ave. (509) 465-3591

Taste Barrister’s award-winning wines! Nestled away in a 100-year-old brick building located in the historic Davenport Arts District, Barrister is home to not only a winery, but an unforgettable experience for all who enter. Enjoy wine tasting, offered Noon-5pm Tues.-Sat., with winery tours available by

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

appointment. We’re open for First Friday 5-10pm with artist reception, bistro buffet and acoustic Blues. Book the winery for your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, corporate event or holiday party. BarristerWinery.com

Churchill's Steakhouse 165 S. Post St. (509) 474-9888 steaks & ameRican $$-$$$

Come join us at Churchill’s Steakhouse for the best steak you’ve ever had. Named for Sir Winston Churchill, a connoisseur of good food and drink, we start with only the best Mid-Western corn-fed USDA Prime beef. You will not find a better quality steak anywhere in the country! We also offer a fine selection of liquor, beer and wine. Enjoy the sound of live piano music playing nightly, only adding to the already memorable experience you’re sure to have here at Churchill’s. We are open for dinner service beginning at 4pm, seven days a week. Ample self parking is available. Bring a guest and enjoy this truly unforgettable dining experience. ChurchillsSteakhouse.com

Fast Eddie’s 1 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (509) 455-8752 (Corner of Spokane Falls Boulevard & Division Street) sPoR ts PuB & GRill $

Eat at Ed’s! Fast Eddie’s isn’t just for great brews anymore! We offer an array of dishes that rival any neighborhood bistro, along with our all-time favorite pizzas, burgers, dogs and sandwiches. We have a landmark gathering place on a busy corner in Spokane for more than 23 years, and we have some of the happiest hours in town. Weekly specials for lunches start at 11am, Power Hour starts at 3pm ($1 domestic beer) and happy hour specials last until 7pm. To-go orders welcome, just call ahead. Come see why we are raising the bar on bar food at Fast Eddie’s! We are walking distance from all downtown hotels, with the Convention Center right across the street, and next to the University District. Open 11am daily and Noon Sun.

DOWNTOWN Frank's Diner 1516 W. 2nd Ave. (509) 747-8798 casual dininG $-$$

Voted Best Diner and Best Breakfast for more than 12 years! Sit at the counter and watch our chefs prepare, from scratch, nearly all our menu items. Grab a booth and enjoy our 100-year-old family pancake recipe, extra thick Daily's bacon, legendary Chicken Fried Steak, along with five fresh gravies and grilled onions to choose from each day at no charge. Try our malted waffles, ¼-lb. sausage links, buttermilk biscuits and gravy, Artisan bread bowl soups and chowders, and more. We cook off whole turkeys and roast beefs daily to make our amazing sandwiches. Here, we cook more than 2.5 tons of hash browns and 30,000 jumbo eggs each month. We have a strong desire to purchase fresh local products whenever possible. Join us on Facebook—TheOnions FranksDiners, or visit our Web site. FranksDiners.com

Isabella’s Restaurant and Gin Joint 21 W. Main Ave. (509) 624-0660 contemPoRaRy ameRican $-$$

Our locally owned family restaurant offers casual fine dining, specializing in local ingredients and classic fare. Executive Chef William Webster specializes in modern American cuisine to offer both hearty and delicate flavors, including vegetarian and gluten-free menu items. Enjoy lunch and dinner daily, and breakfast on weekends. Choose any of 130 wines to complement your dish. Our goal is to offer a dining experience that will keep you coming back for more. Happy hour 3-5:30pm daily and all day Sunday, live music Friday and Saturday, and breakfast 8am-Noon Sat. and Sun. Open 11am-Close Mon.-Sun., with best sidewalk patio seating in Spokane. Reservations Suggested. IsabellasSpokane.com

Italian kitchen 113 N. Bernard St. (509) 363-1210 italian $-$$$

The Italian Kitchen is locally owned and operated. We have been awarded Spokane’s Best Italian restaurant six years running and were recognized as Best of the Best, a publication that recognizes the top 15 Italian Restaurants in the country! The Old-World charm, exquisite cuisine and remarkable hospitality are just a few of the Italian Kitchen’s attributes. We proudly serve the most authentic homemade dishes that the city has to offer. Italian Kitchen … passionately serving Spokane’s finest Italian. Open 11am-9pm Mon.-Thurs., 11am-10pm Fri., 4:3010pm Sat. and 4:30-9pm Sun. ItalianKitchenSpokane.com

Madeleine's Café and Pâtisserie 707 W. Main Ave. (509) 624-2253 fRench PRovençal $-$$

A warm, welcoming ambiance greets you as you enter this family owned, authentic French Provençal café and pâtisserie in the heart of Downtown Spokane's bustling shopping district. Whatever the time of day, Madeleine's is a cozy gathering place; be it for a mid-week espresso and pastry, to meet friends for a unique lunch, a hearty breakfast of classic comfort foods or for a sophisticated chef-prepared finedining experience Friday and Saturday evenings. From freshly baked croissants to traditional Croque Monsiueur or the signature Salmon prepared with a honeylavender Beurre Blanc, our café makes for the perfect downtown destination. We also have live music every Friday night. Open 7:45am-5pm Mon.-Thurs., 7:45am10pm Fri., 8:30am-10pm Sat. and 8:30am-2pm Sun. Madeleines-Spokane.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

DOWNTOWN Main Market Co-op

Robert karl Cellars

44 W. Main Ave. (509) 458-2667

115 W. Pacific Ave. (509) 363-1353

At Main Market Local Food Co-op we seek out high-quality foods and merchandise from local, organic and sustainable producers. Main Market Co-op is a retail food co-op that is owned by its members. Membership is voluntary and open to everyone. Everyone can shop, anyone can become an owner; just $10 will get your started! What’s in store for you: fresh local produce, local meat, eggs and dairy, regional wines and micro brews, artisan cheeses, made-from-scratch deli selections (vegan and gluten-free options available), locally roasted fair trade coffees, body care and supplements, bulk flours, grains and spices. MainMarket.coop

Physician-winemaker Joe Gunselman, while nestled in an old fire station in the Historic Warehouse District, focuses on Bordeaux-style wines and has received national recognition for our Claret and Cabernet Sauvignon. We have been rated one of the Best New American Wineries. We’re open 2-5pm Thurs.-Fri. and Noon-4pm Sat. RobertKarl.com

The Onion 302 W. Riverside (509) 747-3852 Quality family amil dininG $-$$ amily

Satellite Diner and Lounge 425 W. Sprague Ave. (509) 624-3952 dineR casual $-$$

Our friendly and experienced staff is waiting to serve you! We are located downtown, walking distance from Riverfront Park, The Convention Center and many hotels. We offer a full menu 21 hours a day from 7am-4am daily. Come in and see why we were voted Best Casual Dining by the Washington Restaurant Association, Best Late-Night Dining by the Inlander and Irish Business of the Year, as well as the proud recipient of the Spokane Sizzle Fork-in-Cork award for Diner Worth its Salt. SatelliteDiner.com

There are only two locally owned and operated Onion Restaurants in the whole world, and they are right here in Spokane. We have received numerous awards for Best Service, Best Bartender, Best Burgers, Best Children's Menu and Best All Washington Wine List. Our chefs prepare, from scratch, nearly all of our 80-item menu, having a strong desire to purchase fresh, local, natural products whenever possible. We cook off whole turkeys and roast beefs to make our legendary sandwiches. Our owners are certified Angusbeef buyers, and they also purchase more than 400,000 pounds of Ranger Russets potatoes each August potato harvest to make our legendary steak fries, beer-battered fries and hash browns at Frank's Diner. We are Wi-Fi friendly. Enjoy old-school free-pour cocktails by our master bartenders, a $5 late-night menu and more. Join us on Facebook—TheOnions FranksDiners, or visit our Web site. TheOnion.biz

Rain Lounge 1009 W. First Ave. (509) 456-5656 contemPoRaRy & cocktails $-$$$

Rain is the must-try lounge in Downtown Spokane. Located right next door to Scratch Restaurant, Rain Lounge is unique not only because it offers great happy hour food and drink menu specials—the full Scratch menu is offered at Rain, even late-night! Try one of our signature high-end martinis without the high-end price. Come in after an evening at the Fox, after work or swing by Wednesday nights and enjoy half-off bottles of wine. Friday and Saturday nights there’s live music playing 9pm-1am. ScratchSpokane.com

Scratch Restaurant 1007 W. First Ave. (509) 456-5656 contemPoRaRy & fine dininG $-$$$

There is always a reason to come to Downtown Spokane—Scratch! At our upscale yet casual restaurant, we offer contemporary fine dining with something for everyone! Our food menu features all organic or harvested wild featuring local ingredients, fresh fish, high-quality meats and includes a menu that is never stagnant, as we change it seasonally. We offer onsite catering in our banquet room or offsite at your desired location. Scratch is open 11am-10pm Mon.-Fri. and 4-10pm Sat. Check out our menu online. ScratchSpokane.com

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

DOWNTOWN herbal Essence Café 115 N. Washington St. (509) 838-4600 contemPoRaRy noR thwest $-$$$

Located in historic downtown, Herbal Essence is an urban cafe where unique flavors express themselves through the chef’s tasteful creations. We use only the freshest ingredients, and our dishes are prepared with careful attention down to the fine details. Try our Huckleberry Top Sirloin or Pesto Stuffed Swordfish, both local favorites. Serving you since 2002, we are a longtime neighborhood landmark. Owners Ryan and Ashley Morales invite you to stop in and experience intimate dining along with friendly, exceptional service. We are the perfect romantic destination, conveniently located within walking distance to any event downtown has to offer. We offer catering, too! Become a part of our family. HerbalEssenceCafe.com

Zola 22 W. Main Ave. (509) 624-2416 taPas & cocktails $

Our award-winning restaurant offers an atmosphere unlike any other, anywhere. Stop in any day of the week for the chillin’ atmosphere and hottest happenin’ scene in Spokane. Our popular Happy Hour is served 4-6pm daily, offering a $5 tapas-style menu, $3 well drinks and $1 drafts of Pabst and Bud Light. We offer seasonal patio seating on the sidewalk, and our nights come alive with comedy and live music on Tuesdays, live music nightly with free cover during the week and $5 cover on weekends. Open 4pm-Close daily. ZolaSpokane.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

See whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Lobby Fireside at The Davenport hotel

DaVenPort

10 S. Post St. (509) 789-6848 classic ameRican $-$$

“Meet me at the fireplace” meant only one thing: “Meet me at the Davenport.” Keeping with this tradition, guests still gather at the historic Davenport Hotel lobby fireside for dining. Serving lunch, dinner, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Open 11am-11pm Mon.-Sat., 2pm-11pm Sun. TheDavenportHotel.com

Post Street Ale house 1 N. Post St. (509) 789-6900 (Located in the Hotel Lusso) ameRican tRaditional $-$$

Open for lunch and dinner, we specialize in traditional American comfort food, with 26 rotating tap beers and full bar. Catch a game on one of our seven 55-inch LED TVs or just catch up with friends over a pint at the bar. Open 11am-close daily. PostStreetAleHouse.com

Palm Court at The Davenport hotel 10 S. Post St. (509) 789-6848 seafood, steaks & classic ameRican $$-$$$

It's all about fresh seafood, an extensive wine list and homemade desserts. Start with the Crab Louie, followed by fresh halibut with mango salsa and finish with our signature hot-fudge sundae topped with our homemade soft peanut brittle. Private dining available for up to 30 people. Open 6am-9pm daily. TheDavenportHotel.com

DAVENPORT’S

Famous Soft Peanut Brittle now SMotHered in CHoColate!

Peacock Room at The Davenport hotel 10 S. Post St. (509) 455-8888 cocktails & aPPetizeRs $-$$

It's all about the best martinis, coldest beer and great music. This is the place to see and be seen. Voted Spokane's Best Place to Have a Drink!, the menu features giant prawntinis, open-faced crab sandwiches and gourmet onion rings. Private dining available for up to 25 people. Open 11am-Midnight Mon.Thurs., 11am-2am Fri.-Sat., 2pm-Midnight Sun. TheDavenportHotel.com

Safari Room Fresh Grill and Bar at The Davenport hotel Tower 111 S. Post St. (509) 789-6800

Davenport Confections, a Davenport Hotel company, specializes in homemade soft peanut brittle, a longtime favorite of guests of the grand hotel. Each evening the hotel provides guests a complimentary sample of this signature treat. Each batch of unique soft peanut brittle is hand made in the historic Davenport Hotel kitchen and is pulled on a marble slab, the old-fashioned way. How could this popular soft peanut brittle get any better? Well, it is now smothered in chocolate, creating a rich chocolatypeanut-buttery candy that is out of this world. “Walt Worthy has done it again; this is fabulous!” stated a guest of the hotel who happened to be nearby when the owner of the hotel shared samples of the

newly perfected treat and asked for guests’ opinions. When asked if he is working on any other new treats, he shared that soft peanut brittle has been his longtime favorite and making the best one available is his only focus. The chocolate gives guests two great ways to enjoy this unique candy. “It is the best candy I have ever tasted, and we are getting requests from all over the nation,” says Davenport owner Walt Worthy. Davenport Confections candy can be purchased at the hotel's Signature Collection Store, online at DavenportSignatureStore.com or by calling (509) 789-7222.

contemPoRaRy $-$$

Our full menu specializes in fire-roasted flatbreads, hickory-smoked barbecue plates, creative salads, gourmet sandwiches and delicious individual servings of classic desserts. Private dining available for up to 25 people. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 6am-Midnight Sun.-Thurs., 6am-2am Fri.-Sat. TheDavenportHotel.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

pHotoS By: Brett Fontana

ItalIan KItcHen

Italian Kitchen va lu i n G w H at ’ S i M p o rta n t : t H e i r G u e StS , t H e i r Sta F F a n d S u p p o rt i n G lo Ca l BuS i n e S S

By : j i l l i a n d e l a l lo

Spokane natives and husband-and-wife team Bryce and Lyndsay Kitchen is truly a unique destination point. The menu is consistently Kerr purchased the Italian Kitchen in 2005. They kept the name, but predictable by design, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite dish before opening the restaurant, they did extensive marketing for the exactly the same way each and every visit, and Bryce believes that Italian Kitchen, as they felt the Italian Kitchen wasn’t very well-known consistency is a big part of any successful restaurant. To keep things in Spokane. “We felt like a exciting, different specials are majority of the population offered each week. And even didn’t even know it existed,” better, the portions satisfy Bryce says. They opened even the biggest of appetites. the doors to an intimate Popular menu items include atmosphere offering Oldthe lasagna and ravioli, made World charm and some of in-house from scratch, along the finest Italian cuisine with the cioppino, calamari around on Valentine’s Day and Tiramisu. All of the 2005. It was certainly wellsauces, soups and dressing received, and the positive are made in-house. The ownerS: BryCe and lyndSay kerr, lead SouS CHeF: Matt BrowninG response is even stronger six extensive wine list offers SouS CHeF: niCk aCord, SauCier: ondrej dezarn, Bartender: years later. varietals from around the jeSSiCa Granly, ServerS: katelyn drollinGer & StepHanie GaMBle *all have been with theM for a MiniMuM of five years! “Once we got people world, and the restaurant was through the door, we recently awarded the Silver knew they’d be back,” affirms Bryce. But that, of course, required Medal for the region’s Best Wine List. passion, hard work and dedication, the same passion, hard work and When it comes to the word “local”, Bryce and Lyndsay definitely dedication Bryce and Lyndsay bring to the table each and every day. know its meaning and its importance. “We’re as local as it gets,” says As Bryce recalls, “We were forced to take it seriously. We had to Bryce. “We were both born and raised in Spokane. Neither of us has impress people when they first walked through the door.” lived anywhere other than Spokane.” Their grandparents were even No matter what the special occasion or celebration, Italian neighbors for years while Bryce and Lyndsay were young! The couple

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

truly believes in supporting local businesses. As Bryce stresses, “There is such a huge difference” between locally owned and chain restaurants. He adds, “We absolutely rely on every penny. We have to earn your business; we have to passionately care about your business. When you have to earn people’s business—when your livelihood depends on it—you’re pretty passionate about what you do, and it shows. We hope that people recognize that we’re passionate about what we do, and we care about the people who walk through our door. We hope the next time they’re thinking about where to go, that they give the local restaurants a try. It’s all made from scratch; it’s all fresh. “People would be surprised at what a difference it makes to have your order individually made when you order it, with recipes prepared here, using fresh ingredients here. Most chain restaurants are preparing dishes that are pre-made and frozen. There is such a difference in quality, and I challenge anyone to test it themselves. Not just at the Italian Kitchen, but other locally owned restaurants as well,” says Bryce. “We have to earn your business; we don't have the luxury of spending millions on marketing, or the ability to put our businesses on the best intersections in town like the big chains do. And on behalf of every locally owned business, I urge you to support us all when given a choice! We care so much more, and it shows!" When people choose to support a local business, that, in turn, is what “drives our city and drives our economy,” he adds. “So when given the choice to go to a large national chain or a small local restaurant, to me, you got to give a local restaurant a shot. We’re confident that people would be pleasantly surprised when they do frequent these establishments." Not only do Bryce and Lyndsay value their guests, but their employees, or as they refer to them, “service professionals,” and recognize that they are an integral part of the Italian Kitchen’s success. “When we take care of our employees, our employees in turn take care of our guests, and our guests, in return, take care of our business. It’s a circle that’s valued,” says Lyndsay, and adds, “We couldn’t do this all by ourselves.” Many of the employees at the restaurant have been employed there for a minimum of five years, and the restaurant has only been open for six. “That’s a reflection of the atmosphere around here,” says Bryce. “We get great employees and we retain them.” The entire Italian Kitchen staff strives for the best. It is their goal to be “the best” Italian restaurant in Spokane. That is what, according to Bryce, helps to keep the Italian Kitchen fresh, day in and day out. That is a challenge for any restaurant, but it has paid off, as the Italian Kitchen has been recognized not only locally but nationally. “We’ve been blessed; it’s been very rewarding; it’s been successful. A much larger percentage of the population knows that we’re here. ... We’ve gotten a lot of recognition, but it certainly doesn’t come without a lot of passion and a lot of hard work.” Bryce and Lyndsay Kerr have found success in the Italian Kitchen, but more importantly, they have found success at home. “For us, it’s about a happy, healthy family. And that’s the reason we do this. We don’t do this because we’re necessarily ‘in love’ with the restaurant business. We do it because it allows us to provide a life for our kids and ourselves,” says Bryce. “When we come home at night and our three kids and the two of us are happy, that’s success, period.” [SS]

ItalIan KItcHen

“When we take care of our employees, our employees in turn take care of our guests, and our guests, in return, take care of our business. It’s a circle that’s valued. We couldn’t do this all by ourselves,” says Lyndsay Kerr, owner.

gETTIng ThErE italian kitCHen iS loCated at 113 n. Bernard St. take i-90 toward downtown and take tHe diviSion Street exit. Head nortH, take a leFt on SpraGue, Go riGHt on Bernard. italian kitCHen iS on tHe leFt-Hand Side. (509) 363-1210 italiankitchenspokane.coM

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

SERVER SPOTLIGHT

Gage lee n at i o n a l S i lv e r S p o o n awa r d w i n n e r If you ever happen to stop in at Franks Diner in Downtown Spokane, you may run into one of the best servers in the area—Gage Lee. Gage has been in the restaurant industry for more than 35 years. At age 17, she began her restaurant career in Seattle, working at various breakfast establishments while attending school. Her most memorable experience in her early career was while working at the Roosevelt in Downtown Seattle. As she recalls, “This lovely jewel of a place was very busy with busloads of tourists coming through every morning. Fast-paced and fun! I loved meeting all the different people. I enjoy hearing why they were in town and often I could help them during their visit.” Gage has proudly worked at Franks Diner, a favorite landmark restaurant in Spokane, for more than 20 years and feels blessed to be part of the Franks restaurant family. Franks has been voted Best Breakfast and Best Diner 12 out of 13 years by several People’s Choice awards. And … Gage herself received a very prestigious award in the restaurant industry. In 2009, she received the Spokane Regional CVB’s Silver Spoon Award for Best Service, and later that same year, she was again recognized and honored by receiving The National Silver Spoon Award for Best Service. “Franks Diner has touched my life in many wonderful ways!” acknowledges Gage. “One way in particular was being named the 2009 Silver Spoon Award winner and then the National Silver Spoon Champion. This was an amazing and humbling experience, and I could not be more proud! “I did not achieve this incredible honor by myself; this was a team effort as Landmark Restaurants taught me so much about how to serve and treat our guests.

Landmark Restaurants train all their servers in an incredibly supportive and caring atmosphere. The guest is the most important part of our focus. Every Landmark server could be a Silver Spoon winner!” Even though she has been honored for her impeccable service skills, she believes each serving skill you have can be honed and continually made better. The Franks team strives daily to sharpen their skills. Gage has made this a personal goal, which allows her to have constant daily growth. As Gage says, “I love people and I think our guests are the very best! Many of our regulars feel like family to me! Gage values her career and gives her all each day she goes into work. As Gage sees it, every server is a representative for their hometown and has the opportunity to present it very positively. According to Gage, “Every visiting guest has their separate needs and desires. A great server has the opportunity to help fulfill those needs. I believe we are part server and part ambassador for our hometown.” For Gage, a great server possesses knowledge, experience and energy. The server must know the menu well, understand the company’s expectations and be engaging when it comes to interacting with people. And she adds that “reading” the guests is important, too. Some guests prefer a more formal approach in which their server is non-intrusive, while others enjoy familiarity, with lots of interaction and joking. Being able to read the guest allows the server to customize that dining experience. Though she has no intention of changing careers, if she had to choose another profession, “it would include traveling and working with people. Until then, Franks is my passport to the world.”

Mari bork

S ervin’ it up F ro M B eH ind t H e Ba r Mari Bork got her start in the restaurant business as a server at age 18 at The Montana Mining Co., her part-time gig to make extra spending money while attending the University of Montana in Missoula. She remained there the four years she was in school, and after graduating, she set off to Spokane for law school. “I was pretty sure I was going to be an attorney, and I kind of raced through high school, raced through college, and I thought, ‘I think I want to take a year off,’” says Mari. “I started working at Cyrus O’Leary’s and was there for quite a while, and I just loved it!” Mari moved to Vancouver, Wash., where she worked at Beaches, which she believes gave her the foundation she has today when it comes to her career in the service industry. Upon returning to Spokane, she landed a job at Cavallino Lounge, where she met Chef Jason Rex, whom she currently works for now at Scratch as a bartender.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

“It’s great to work at a restaurant where you are surrounded by a great group of people who appreciate you, and you can be proud of where you work. And the kind of product that you can put out—that’s important.” At Scratch, the food is always fresh and organic, using quality ingredients, and locally grown products whenever possible, and of course, artfully plated. “The food’s amazing. I like what we do here, and people appreciate what we do here.” So what is it that makes someone a good server/ bartender? “In my opinion, a good server is someone who makes the experience memorable,” says Mari. “I don’t want anyone to ever leave feeling like they didn’t have a great experience; guests should enjoy great drinks, great food and a great time.” Her key to being a successful at what she does: “Do it because you love it. And let people know you love it!”

SECTION INTRO

By: KimBerly BeBo photo By chris guiBert

university District “A hot dog at the ball park is better than steak at the Ritz.” ~ Humphrey Bogart

Dry Fly Distillery LocaLLy LLy made; internationa LL LL LLyy consumed The story of Dry Fly Distillery is a bit of a fishing tale—with a twist— which is about all you’d want to add to their award-winning product. Five years ago, Kent Fleischmann and Don Poffenroth were out doing a little fishing and sipping on what was considered the world’s finest vodka when they wondered what happened to the spirit: When did it become a flavorless, odorless base for cocktails? They refuse to disclose the brand that offended their palates, but they decided that liquor needed to be made better—so that’s what they did. Instead of lamenting the demise of vodka, they quit their corporate jobs and drafted a bill that would make distilling legal in Washington State. These maverick distillers have not only provided Spokane with a treasured local business, but the entire state with a new industry. When hatching their plan, they decided to do it right. They chose to be very inefficient and take no short cuts, which is generally the way of small distilleries. They use only locally grown ingredients including their wheat, which is provided by a 105-year-old homesteaded family farm in Rosalia, Wash. The boys at Dry Fly work hard to support the community that supports them. In doing so, they have created award-wining, memorable,

world-class spirits and a heck of a fishing tale. As a result, the community is hooked. Their portfolio includes vodka, gin and limited-release, small-batch whiskies, which are sold nationally. In 2009, their vodka won The San Francisco International Spirits Competition. Our little Spokane distillery went to play with the big boys and brought home the big one! They competed against 200 other brands for the coveted title of the spirit industry. Stop by to see their impressive operation and be a part of the experience. It’s worth the visit. You can partake of their product in their tasting room and check out the gift shop to buy loot for your favorite fisherman. Drop by on Saturday early afternoon for the visual experience of community bottling. They are open daily for tours—unless they’ve gone fishing. Grab a bottle of Dry Fly, and remember, responsible drinkers support local distilleries! Get in there and taste the difference—but don’t bother if you’re in possession of a sissy palate interested in coloring up your liquor with a lot of fluff—Dry Fly stands on its own. 1003 E. Trent Ave. #200 ~ (509) 489-2112 ~ DryFlyDistilling.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

photo courtesy of Gonzaga university

Neighborhood Spotlight

university District tHe plaCe to eat, drink and Be Merry nestled between Division and Hamilton and surrounding the spokane r river is the university District. resting on the south bank of the river is the riverpoint r campus, made up of the spokane campuses of eastern washington w university, w washington state university and spokane Intercollegiate research and t technology Institute. on the north side of the river lies Gonzaga university and Gonzaga school of law. Just a short walk from these higher institutions of learning you will find Downtown spokane and the longtime favorites at the corner of Division and trent: t fast eddie’s, the red lion Pub and Grill, the Globe, and the new ugly betty’s. Heading east on t trent into the university District will take you through the new buildings that include eastern washington w university and w washington state university’s riverpoint r campus and sIrtI; you will also find Gonzaga’s washington w trust baseball field and t the Mccarthey center stadium. Just east of Hamilton and trent t is river riverw iverw walk, alk, the location of Dry fly Distilling, washington’ w s first craft distillery, bangkok thai, Hallet’s chocolates and northern lights brewery. also known as the logan neighborhood, a little north on Hamilton you will find David’s Pizza, wolffy’s, ultimate bagel, the Pita Pit, Donut Parade, Ionic burrito, Jack and Dan’s, and the bulldog—the sizzle’n scene for the college-aged population. You will quickly realize that the u-District is a fun and exciting place to eat, drink and be merry.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

there’s a lot of fun happening with the growth of the campus enrollments, and the options are endless. w with the key design supporting pedestrian and bicycle-based populations, the district provides a vibrant mixed-use environment with housing, campus facilities and amenities, along with shopping, dining and meeting places. adjacent to the central business district featuring r riverfront Park, a vibrant downtown, excellent recreation and a thriving cultural and arts community, spokane’s university District offers the ideal learning environment. Gonzaga University Gonzaga university is a private four-year comprehensive university with an education philosophy based on the Ignatian model that aims to educate the whole person—mind, body and spirit—an integration of science and art, faith and reason, action and contemplation. founded in 1887, the school enrolls nearly 7,000 students in 92 undergraduate and 21 graduate programs. the campus is situated on 108 acres along the north bank of the spokane r river and is within a 10-minute walk of downtown. on campus grounds one will find the Jundt art Museum with its traveling exhibits and Gonzaga university's growing art collection. the Gonzaga bulldogs are consistently one of the highest-ranking ncaa DI teams in the country.

Gonzaga is named after a young 16th century Italian Jesuit, aloysius Gonzaga, who died in rome trying to save young people from the plague and was later named the patron saint of youth. Gu, immersed in humanistic, Jesuit and catholic traditions and values, also contributes to the public interest through commitment to community service. Gonzaga school of law is one of three in the state, preparing students from around the country for careers in the legal profession and even held session of the washington w state supreme court in its beautiful facility.

neighborhood spotlight

northern lights

Gonzaga Basketball

of dealing with government contracts. Washington State University Spokane spokane is home to washington w state universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urban research campus. wsu spokane combines the top scholarship of a nationally ranked research university with the opportunities of a metropolitan setting featuring advanced studies in health sciences and professions, design disciplines, science and technology, social and policy sciences, and education. the faculty is world-renowned; the facility state-of-the-art; and the student body diverse. [SS]

Eastern Washington University ewu is a driving force for the culture, economy and vitality of the Inland northwest region, with its beautiful main campus in cheney, w wash., its ncaa Division I athletics and opportunities for hands-on, real-world learning provide a classic, yet unique college experience. eastern is proud to offer the state's best economic value in public education. this has made it an institution of opportunity for many students seeking an education that will provide them the skills and training critical to succeed in today's changing work environment. eastern also provides the opportunity to study one-of-a-kind, in-demand disciplines such as biotechnology, cyber security, forensic science, entrepreneurship, children's studies, dental hygiene and urban planning. In addition, eastern is the only regional university in the state to offer a doctorate in physical therapy. Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute (SIRTI) the sIrtI building on riverpoint r boulevard first opened to companies in 2006. this facility was built with a $3-million grant from the us Department of commerce and economic Development administration, along with matching local private funds. featuring state-of-the-art wet labs, as well as light manufacturing space and conventional office space designed to accelerate innovative companies, it has been the foundation for many of spokane's technology startups. sIrtI offers a number of classes ranging from the early steps of how to pitch business ideas to the final steps

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

UNIVERSITY DISTRICT David’s Pizza

Dry Fly Distilling

Northern Lights Brewing Co.

829 E. Boone Ave. (509) 483-7460

1003 E. Trent Ave. (509) 489-2112 (At The Riverwalk Plaza)

1003 E. Trent Ave. (509) 242-2739 (At The Riverwalk Plaza)

Pizza & italian $-$$

Consistently voted No.1 Best Pizza in the Inlander Readers’ Poll since 1996! We continue to provide outstanding quality with every traditional handcrafted New York-style pizza, stromboli and calzone served. Dine in or take out. We are now serving David’s Pizza at Famous Eds on the South Hill at 57th and Regal, too. Join us at either location and remember we’re at the Spokane airport for a quick snack to go, much better than airplane peanuts! And, we offer off-site catering for groups of 100 to 1000! Our goal is to serve consistent outstanding taste, generous portions and exceptional service that will exceed your expectations. Serving lunch and dinner daily! DavidsPizza.com

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Washington’s first distillery since prohibition is making award-winning vodka, gin and whiskey. All our brands are carefully made from local products “from farm to the bottle.” We offer free tours, free tastings, not-free bottle sales and a not-free gift shop. Come see how it is all made! We are open 8am-5pm Mon.-Fri. and 8am-3pm Sat. (We are usually bottling our goods from 11am-3pm Sat.) and closed Sun., unless we’re fishing, and then none of these hours can be trusted, so you better call first. DryFlyDistilling.com

american casual $-$$

Thank you Spokane for 17 successful years of brewing history as the Inland Northwest’s favorite craft brewery! Located near Gonzaga University, we offer lunch and dinner daily. We have eight year-round brews and seasonals as well, a fullservice bar and a rotating eclectic menu featuring outstanding and creative pub fare. Kids and families are welcome. Flat-screen TVs and close proximity to GU makes us a hot spot for sporting events. We have a banquet room and riverside patio for seasonal outdoor dining. We also sell all brands of imported and domestic kegs for parties to-go! Open 11am daily. NorthernLightsBrewing.com

SECTION INTRO

nortH sIDe “Salt is born of the purest of parents: the sun and the sea.” ~ Pythagoras

frank’s Diner railCar diner extraordinaire oFFerinG award-winninG Food Cracking 15,000 eggs a month per locations, means something. At Frank’s Diner locations, you will find breakfast served all day. For breakfast food lovers on the North Side of Spokane, this little railcar is the place to find it and so much more. Warm welcoming service greets you as you enter this 1913 Great Northern Railway Company car. Weighing in at 130,000 lbs., the Laketon Pullman coach is known as the “heavyweight” and required 12 wheels on the rail. This beautiful car has a history all its own, starting out as a passenger car, becoming a dining car and then as a construction car for railroad crews. The days since it was parked here for its life as a diner have given it new life. Menu items with clever names such as Boxcar Steak and Eggs to the Hobo Scramble, and the Lil’ Conductor and Little Train That Could for the kids; Frank’s menus are clever and the traditional menu items served are as authentic as the railcar they are served in. Frank’s chefs

are proud to prepare menu items from scratch every day, and they have an old reliable 100-year old family pancake recipe. The menu offers seven three egg omelet selections, homemade waffles, French toast, buttermilk biscuits and gravy, quarter-pound sausage links, Artisan bread bowl soups and chowders, burgers, sandwiches, salads, along with special diner care specialties. They roast their own turkey and beef to perfection daily for their legendary sandwiches. With counter service and booths, the atmosphere is a bustle with homey intimacy and guests feel right at home here with the friendly staff. This popular neighborhood favorite is a destination for breakfast, lunch and dinner and has been voted Best Diner in numerous local publications’ reader polls for more than 12 years. Frank's is open 6am to 8pm daily. 10929 N. Newport hwy. ~ (509) 465-2464 ~ FranksDiners.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Neighborhood Spotlight

twigs Bistro and Martini Bar

north side Spokane'S FaSteSt GrowinG neiGHBorHood the north side is spokane’s fastest growing neighborhood. Division street runs north from downtown into a kaleidoscope of fast food, national chains and international cuisine restaurants. the variety of options includes most major chains and the cuisine flairs of chinese, Japanese, Mexican, r russian, Indian and thai … all handy stops for shoppers at northtown Mall and the numerous shopping centers cascading north near the “Y” and along francis. It takes some looking to find the local hot spots tucked away like precious hidden gems among the neighborhoods surrounding these high-traffic commercial zones. not far from downtown, Downriver Grill is one of those favorites nestled in the neighborhood near audubon Park, south of Garland a avenue and just west of the park. this restaurant is a must for your list, along with the flying Goat across the street— the washington w restaurant association’s winner of best casual Dining restaurant of the year. a little further east on northwest boulevard you’ll find the little Garden café and rancho chico. along northwest boulevard, you will find several coffee cafés and other eateries with personalities all their own. w way out on northwest boulevard at w wellesley is where stadium Pizza has been serving the neighborhood with local flavor for years. where Indiana magically turns into northwest boulevard at w the intersection of Monroe, going north will bring you to the popular local Greek and Mediterranean restaurant, azar’s on Monroe. there you will find an authentic menu and charming

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

Greek atmosphere. on Garland a avenue lies a neighborhood full of charm and ambiance; like walking downtown in one of norman rockwell’s paintings. the Garland District is home to the historic Garland theater, with movies at far lower prices than the big-box movie theaters—a popular spot for families to enjoy time with the kids. Get there early; it can be crowded! Just down the street, the blue Door theatre performances are every friday night, offering improv and sketch comedy suitable for all ages. restaurants here offer family style eateries: Kim’s t teriyaki near the Garland theater, the rocket bakery coffee shop, celebrations cookies and cupcakes, and the Milk bottle and ferguson’s Diner with their 50’s home-style menus and décor. Pubs and bars in this neighborhood include rick’s r ringside Pub, the brown Derby r tavern and the new Garland Drinkery and tiny bar bon bon at t the Garland theater. north on wall w street at west w francis lies the five Mile shopping center where five Mile Heights Pizza Parlor has been a longtime favorite for spokane families. also located there are GoGo burritos, chic-a-ria ria German Inn restaurant, Pita Pit and r tonicx lounge. t Heading east along francis will bring you to the popular swinging Doors t tavern, Mamma Mia’s Italian restaurant and aloha Island Grill. at the intersection of Division and francis is the aces casino and nearby tomato t street, a fun family Italian

neighborhood spotlight

restaurant, and north to flamin’ Joes, a sports bar boasting a menu with 27 different wing sauces. Just east on francis will lead you to Deleon foods and Deli and the family owned Kusina filipina, the area’s only filipino restaurant with traditional ethnic favorites. Much farther north on Division will bring you to stir restaurant and lounge, Qdoba Mexican Grill, the onion family restaurant, bigfoot Pub and eatery, rancho chico and the shopping extravaganza of the “Y” area. Mel’s Home and Garden, spokane floral, r ritter’s nursery and Just roses fill the need for floral and gift stores, and shopping centers are filled with variety here. newly opened in spring 2011 is MacKenzie r river Pizza on nevada east of the “Y” near the service station café and event facility. further north at the end of nevada lies a long-time spokane favorite, frank’s Diner, an historic railcar diner that continues to be voted as best breakfast in local readers polls. beyond the “Y” is the whitworth w university neighborhood. w whitworth is located on Hawthorne road between north waikiki w road and north Division. new to the area are wasabi w bistro sushi bar and sushi t track. Petite chat Village bakery is a neighborhood stop for soup and a sandwich or a few of their delectable pastries. Just north of there is the spokane country club and nearby, a taste of thai and fizzie Mulligans bar. t the far north at w wandermere is home to twigs t bistro and Martini bar, Prospectors and fat Daddy’s Pizza, as well as a few sandwich shops and fast-food eateries. farther north off Division is w wandermere Golf course near Dartford Drive, which will take you to that far-out (literally) Italian place— commellini estate events and private restaurant. [SS]

Downriver Grill 3315 W. Northwest Blvd. (509) 323-1600 contemPoRaRy noR thwest $$-$$$

All of us at Downriver Grill invite you to enjoy a pleasant lunch or an elegant evening at our restaurant. We pride ourselves on our awardwinning cuisine and service. Come enjoy our excellent menu with seasonal specials, sauces from scratch, wonderful sandwiches and the best in seafood and steaks. We feature an exquisite selection of fine wine, microbrews and handcrafted cocktails in our casual wine bar. Catering is also available at our location or location of your choice. Reservations are recommended, walk-ins are always welcome! DownriverGrillSpokane.com |

pHotoS By: SHeena dunn

DownrIVer GrIll & tHe flYInG Goat

Downriver Grill & The Flying Goat S H a r i n G t H e n e i G H Bo r H o o d S p ot l i G H t There’s something happening in the Audubon neighborhood. There’s a flow of traffic up a boulevard just north of downtown. It winds through a quaint commercial district on Indiana onto Northwest Boulevard and past the beautiful Audubon Park. The road leads to the happening corner where Downriver Grill and The

By being a Best Full Service Restaurant award winner for The Downriver Grill and Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year 2011 for The Flying Goat by the Washington Restaurant Association, both restaurants have been acknowledged and applauded by their peers in the industry. Flying Goat are keeping the neighborhood happy and well fed. They are part of a growing trend to open bistro-style restaurants off the main drags and into the neighborhoods where people live. Just down

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

darrin Gleason, Beth Mcrae and jonathan Sweatt

By : j e a n e t t e d u n n

the street, within walking or biking distance … they are serving the neighborhood’s taste. Downriver Grill began carving its niche in 2003 as that neighborhood bistro-style restaurant scene began to take shape in Spokane. Eight years later, they continue to be a hot spot and present a powerful rivalry for the main-drag chain restaurants. Adding The Flying Goat across the street has enhanced the Audubon neighborhood even further with its casual pub atmosphere and one of the most inventive and delicious pizza menus in town. With a desire for revitalizing the neighborhood and community around them, the Downriver Grill owners and brothers Jonathan and Aaron Sweatt, along with mother Vickie and step-dad Hal Dixon, collaborated with local companies to build their restaurant, researched fresh local produce and products for the menu, and hung local artwork on the walls. This passion for the Spokane community has spread to their team of staff members and is evident by the way they treat their customers. Downriver Grill is known for their elegant spin on modernAmerican food, paired with a great selection of wines from an award-winning wine list. They have a longstanding reputation for outstanding service and atmosphere that keeps people coming back. From that tradition and reputation, Jonathan has partnered with John Stejer and Hal Dixon to bring The Flying Goat to life. By being a Best Full Service Restaurant award winner for The

Downriver Grill and Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year 2011 for The Flying Goat by the Washington Restaurant Association, both restaurants have been acknowledged and applauded by their peers in the industry. And there’s good reason for it—both locations are gathering places that people flock to, from any neighborhood in town. Chef Darrin Gleason came from Downriver to head up the kitchen at The Flying Goat and created a whole new type of pub menu—something Spokane had never seen before—and now The Flying Goat has been getting rave reviews all over town. The combination of the chef’s inspirations coupled with the local fresh ingredients and the fire of their 2,500-pound Woodstone oven, present a pizza at the table like no other. “The Goat” as it is affectionately referred to, is committed to providing a delicious dining experience with food and drink. Using fresh and local ingredients, they stir up sauces from scratch, feature their own house cheese blend and offer menu items named after places and special people in the neighborhood. They bake the pies at 600°F to give their own proprietary dough that fire-kissed charred crust, creating the ultimate texture and flavor. Their own unique flavor combinations come through in their menu selections. Some favorites include the Waikiki pizza with Zoe's sweet coppa and artisan ham, caramelized pineapple, roasted jalapeño, house cheese blend and house-made tomato sauce. The Thai-inspired D Street pizza boasts yellow coconut curry, chicken, potato, carrot, house cheese blend and cilantro, finished with a squeeze of siracha and lime juice, making this the perfect pie when you’re craving a little spice. General Manager Beth McRae has created a consistently rotating draft beer selection with 15 tap handles, including a Cask Engine for a “Real Ale” fan, as well as a selection of more than 50 bottled beers. The Goat also offers growler fills of draft beer to take home with your pizza or you can take home any of their bottled beers or wines. If you are wondering how to get one of these Goat growlers, one way is to join the Mug Club. They also have a Beer of the Month Club which features a selection of great limited release craft beers and many other favorites. Not to mention they even have their own house beer The Horned Aviator, produced by local Northern Lights Brewery, and have worked with Townshend to create The Goat’s own red wine blend—Goat Head Red. Where else can you get take-out pizza and grab your beer and wine to go? Great Pizza and beer are not the only offerings on The Goat’s menu. There are mouthwatering appetizers such as the Devils Toe Nail Wings, which you can order with spicy buffalo sauce or honey barbeque sauce. Gourmet sandwich options include the Garland Chicken with roasted chicken breast, arugula pesto, Fontina cheese, tomato, mixed greens and a golden balsamic reduction. We can’t forget about the pub-style favorite called the Sheridan Sausage with beerbraised onion, fennel and stone ground mustard. House salads and desserts are also on the menu, each thoughtfully crafted to promote freshness and flavor. The Audubon neighborhood is responding with a resounding “Yes!" as The Flying Goat—in its first year—has become a hot-spot gathering place. The Goat reflects the casual side of the same excellence that has made the Downriver Grill a favorite neighborhood destination restaurant. But don’t take my word for it. I hear a goat bleating. Feed me! [SS]

in 2008, jonathan and aaron Sweatt partnered with don townshend of townshend Cellar to create their own signature blend for downriver Grill—drG relentless red. a hot seller on their wine list, it is offered by the glass and by the bottle, as well as to go. it’s the perfect blend to pair with menu items like the perfectly grilled drG Steak, their tender pork osso Buco or the ever-popular puttanesca. these dishes work together to complement the drG table wine best and offer a taste of their award-winning dining experience. the downriver Grill also offers elegant off-site catering options; private chef dinners, weddings and corporate social events, by partnering with juli norris of Simply Gourmet.

DownrIVer GrIll & tHe flYInG Goat

gETTIng ThErE ThE FlyIng goaT nortHweSt oF downtown Spokane at 3318 w. nortHweSt Blvd. (509) 327-tapS (8277) theflyinggoat.coM

DoWnrIvEr grIll iS aCroSS tHe Street at 3315 w. nortHweSt Blvd. (509) 323-1600 downrivergrillspokane.coM

SERVER SPOTLIGHT

stacy rivas S e rv i n G S p o k a n e F o r 1 0 y e a r S ! Stacy Rivas has spent a decade as a professional server in Spokane area restaurants. Her resume includes CenterStage Dinner Theatre, Ella’s Supper Club and Quinns. Now Stacy dedicates her skill and passion at Downriver Grill, where she has been serving customers for nearly seven years. To some, serving is just a job. But to Stacy, working at Downriver is more than that. “I have the luxury of working with people I consider really good friends; they’re family.” She enjoys seeing familiar faces walk through the door and sitting in her section. “Customers come because they know us,” she says. And what is it that keeps the customer returning? Of course the food, but the service is just as important. Stacy believes having a positive attitude and being personable toward the guest is a must. As Stacy sees it, guests go to the restaurant to enjoy the company they’re with, and enjoy the food of course, but that experience also involves getting good service, which she commits to from the moment she greets the guests at her table. “The beginning of the meal is the most important, so always make that first good impression.” Think of it like a first date; if the date starts out uncomfortable and uneasy, there’s a good chance it will remain that way until the date is over. Stacy recommends smiling and checking in with the guests. Wearing a smile is as much a part of a server’s uniform as is the white, buttoned-up collared shirt. Reassure them by your actions that you are there to do your part in contributing to a memorable dining experience. Stacy says that one of the reasons she has been successful as a server is due to her positive attitude and interaction with customers. She also attributes her success to her relationships with her coworkers at Downriver. “I really love the owners here; I love my job and the people I work with. I find it easy to work with people who are good, kind people.”

The Flying Goat 3318 W. Northwest Blvd. (509) 327-8277 Pizza & BeeR $-$$

Here at The Flying Goat we take our food and drink seriously, and great flavor is at the core of everything we craft. Our pizzas are modeled after a Neapolitan style, and our ample selection of draft and bottled beers have been carefully selected. Beer and wine, pizzas, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and desserts are all on the menu. We love The Goat and we hope you do, too! T-shirts, hats and beer mugs are available for sale. Just ask a server next time you're in for a visit! Take out beer and food! We have a full food menu, as well as a beer and wine menu, available for take out. TheFlyingGoat.com

The Onion 7522 N. Division (509) 482-6100 Quality family amil dininG $-$$ amily

There are only two locally owned and operated Onion Restaurants in the whole world, and they are right here in Spokane. We have received numerous awards for Best Service, Best Bartender, Best Burgers, Best Children's Menu and Best All Washington Wine List. Our chefs prepare, from scratch, nearly all of our 80item menu, having a strong desire to purchase fresh, local, natural products whenever possible. We cook off whole turkeys and roast beefs to make our legendary sandwiches. Our owners are certified Angus-beef buyers, and they also purchase more than 400,000 pounds of Ranger Russets potatoes each August potato harvest to make our legendary steak fries, beer-battered fries and hash browns at Frank's Diner. We are Wi-Fi friendly. Enjoy old-school free-pour cocktails by our master bartenders, a $5 late-night menu and more. Join us on Facebook—TheOnions FranksDiners, or visit our Web site. TheOnion.biz

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

SECTION INTRO

soutH HIll “There are many miracles in the world to be celebrated and, for me, garlic is the most deserving.” ~ Leo Buscaglia

laguna café oFFerinG loCal Flavor and a loCal experienCe like no otHer Laguna Café on the South Hill is truly a dining experience like no other, and most certainly not one you will soon forget. Owners Dan and Debbie Barranti provide Spokane diners with a warm, inviting and intimate restaurant, offering a menu full of local flavors, a unique wine and beer list, and a friendly staff. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, any occasion is reason enough to stop in. Whether trying to impress the in-laws, or that special first-time date, relax with friends or spend some quality time with the wife and kids, Laguna Café caters to you and your needs. Thursday evening, enjoy local singer-songwriter Darin Hildebrand’s acoustic guitar 6:30 to 9pm. Friday and Saturday evenings, patrons can enjoy live music with the jazzy sounds of Nick Schauer and Friends; the live music only adds to the already great atmosphere. Laguna Café also offers monthly

wine tastings, but be sure to call in advance for dates and times. During the warmer spring and summer months, outside patio seating by the pond is available for guests to enjoy. With breakfast, lunch and dinner all on the menu, there are definitely many options to choose from, whether you are looking to enjoy a casual weekend breakfast, stop in for a quick business lunch for paninis, soups, salads or burgers, or relax over dinner and wine with that special someone (Filet Mignon, steak and shrimp, Crab Louie salad and their 10oz Porterhouse Cut Pork Chop are all on the menu). Beer, wine and the entire menu are available to-go. Laguna Café is sure to please your palate. 4304 S. Regal St. ~ (509) 448--0887

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Manito park

Neighborhood Spotlight

south Hill & Medical center a neiGHBorHood Sure to CHarM your SiGHtS and taSteBudS spokane’s south Hill encompasses several different areas, all equally worth a mention, and a visit. the lower south Hill area includes the medical centers of both sacred Heart and Deaconess hospitals. this is where doctors’ offices and medical buildings are the scenery, and the nearby restaurants pepper the steep hillside landscape in between the trees and tall buildings. located south of I-90 paralleling Downtown spokane, the lower south Hill encompasses approximately fifth through 14th avenues, first along Grand avenue, a accessible from south stevens downtown. the rest of the upper south Hill branches out from 14th up the hill to 29th, and then farther up to 57th avenue. a the Medical center area is focused on serving those who work and visit the doctors’ offices there, and nearby beau K florist is helpful for that hospital visit. the east side of the lower south Hill is the south Perry business District, a quaint neighborhood that is home to the beautiful liberty Park florist, the shop coffee House, south Perry Pizza, the Perry street café, south Perry farmers Market and lorien Herbs, the resident natural foods store housed in a charming Dutch windmill building. the Medical center neighborhood is where medical center visitors can enjoy the speedy apple spice Junction, fery’s catering and t to Go, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Quizno’s, Press,

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

lalos Pizza and the Park Inn/Park Plaza. Just up the hill are Ginger asian bistro and sushi bar, fiesta Mexicana, and lindaman’s, which is celebrating 27 years as one of spokane’s favorite eateries. bangkok thai and the new savory are near the intersection of 14th a avenue and Grand. the west side of the south Hill, along Monroe, is Huckleberry’s natural foods Market and bistro, Picabu bistro and bennidito’s Pizza. Just a little way further up the hill to 18th street between bernard and Grand will reveal one of the most beautiful attractions in spokane—Manito Park. During summertime they open a café, and just east of the park is the rockwood bakery, a charming neighborhood gem and popular meeting place serving beautiful bakery items and lunches with soups and salads. the huge Devil’s food cupcake alone will make a visit worthwhile. a little further south on Grand to 29th will bring you to the corner very near Gordy’s sichuan café. It is worth finding, so don’t give up! t turn right after the intersection of 29th and Grand, and look to the right behind the shopping center where slick rock burritos and the chalet restaurant are. Vintages at 611 is located on the south east corner of 29th and Grand, and just south on Grand to 38th you’ll find the Hop shop neighborhood pub. east on 29th will take you to one of the shopping hubs of the

neighborhood spotlight

Medical Centers

south Hill at southeast boulevard and 29th. the neighborhood favorites here include V Villaggio’s Pizza, thai cuisine, Great Harvest bread company, and further east, the popular Maggie’s south Hill Grill, two t seven Public House, Vin rouge, forza coffee co. and thai bamboo. Hugo’s is spokane’s first boutique bowling alley, with a unique entertainment scene and bistro-style food. this neighborhood is a popular place to take a date, so you should know that stanek’s florist is nearby on 27th a avenue, and it’s a great place to pick up your free copy of the sizzle! nearby is the intersection at 29th and regal. Heading south on regal will take you up the hill to 44th and regal, where you will find laguna café, twigs t bistro and Martini bar, waddell’ w s Pub and two new hotspots: sushi I and the west w wing, where w they welcome garlic lovers! nearby shopping areas include ferrante’s café and round t table Pizza, two popular family friendly spots. the neighborhood at the tip top of the south Hill up regal to 57th is home to Morty’s t tap and Grill, and the hopping new famous eds, a sports pub and bistro that also serves spokane’s famous David’s Pizza. luna is west from there on 57th and Perry and offers its own unique garden restaurant ambiance with top-shelf service, creative menu and a wine list that is but a mere morsel of their exquisite cellar collection shared. [SS] Famous eds

lindaman's

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Lindaman's

Lindaman’s

Gourmet To-Go & Bistro

A ConversAtion with Merrilee lindAMAn

Merrilee Lindaman owns one of the most successful, and the original, Gourmet To Go in Spokane. Lindaman’s celebrated 26 years in business in 2010 and its warm and inviting atmosphere coupled with scratch-made gourmet foods have made them a landmark in Spokane. The restaurant sits in the heart of the South Hill neighborhood, in the shadow of historic St. John’s Cathedral. The neighbors are regulars; visitors are impressed. “Gourmet” in Lindaman’s book is food, beverages and service done well. And they do it very well. In 1984 you decided to open a restaurant called Lindaman’s. What were you thinking? I grew up in a home where the food was always made from scratch, yeast raised rolls on weekends, pies after every dinner. Our house was filled with people. We had huge holiday feasts. There was always plenty of food for friends and relatives to stay over. My parents’ attitude about opening our

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

home also meant opening our hearts and what followed was a revolving door of colorful guests and rich memories. It’s no surprise that I needed to create that 'community' around comforting food for my career. How did you score such a great location? Remember, 27 years ago there were only a few

cars coming and going on Grand! We got lucky! We picked a neighborhood where people could walk and ride bikes to us, in a hospital district and a main arterial heading to and from downtown. Best of all, we chose to reside in the shadow of St. John’s Cathedral, where carillon concerts happen every summer, and Manito Park is just a block away.

“We like the casual, convivial, European atmosphere—a good place to BE. Hemingway wrote a short story called 'A Clean Well Lighted Place’ about a Paris café. I remember that sometimes when I’m in Lindaman’s.” ~ Bill Stimson You’ve seen a lot of changes in the food world in 27 years. Want to share any thoughts on that? I’m wildly passionate about food. I drag my husband (willingly) to every venue that offers cool new food/applications. I go crazy reading about food trends, eating in the Napa Valley, growing many varieties of heirloom vegetables in my 5,000 square-foot garden (Thank you Alice Waters!). I’ve experimented with many of those trends over the last couple of decades. The trends that stand the test of time are the ones that I pick to showcase at the store. I’m committed to a 'to-go' format, so that does limit me from taking part in some great choices, but there is no shortage for what I can and do offer. So many trends come and go, but the biggest 'shift in thinking' over the last few years is one that will stick. The shift to more sustainable, local and organic foods is a global reality. It’s not just a trend. I look forward to a better infrastructure (ie; availability, cost and delivery system) for these items in our area. All of us in the food business or in the business of eating food, can, should and must embrace this reality. … It is our future. Now, I’ll get off my soapbox. Give me an easy question.

You don’t have a big turnover of employees. Why do you think that is? I think that early on my employees knew that they were a part of creating something. I’ve always felt that it was important for my staff to take part in the process. I’ve needed their talents and insights. As we continue to evolve, we are still all learning new things. We all need to feel part of something bigger. I’m fortunate to have every one of them in my world. Talk to me about your customers. When I’m at Lindaman’s, it seems like everyone knows each other. They do! This conversation could last for hours! I’ll try to make it short. My customers are the reason I’ve been in business for so long. I serve three generations of families. More than half of them eat more than three meals a week here, and have been doing so for 20-plus years. I met Caleb, one of my employees, when he was a bump in his mom’s belly. My customers are the people who make up 27 years of great stories. They keep me focused on what to cook and remind me of past favorites that need to come back to the menu. I know who likes rhubarb pie! It is such a good

feeling to know exactly who’s eating what you’re cooking. My job is cooking for my friends. It doesn’t get better than that. Of what are you most proud? A customer may have said it better than I can. He shared this comment with us. It speaks to the core of my goals for the restaurant: “We like the casual, convivial, European atmosphere—a good place to BE. Hemingway wrote a short story called ‘A Clean Well Lighted Place’ about a Paris café. I remember that sometimes when I’m in Lindaman’s.” ~ Bill Stimson How do you choose what gets cooked on what day? People request their favorites every day; we try to accommodate them. We also have dishes that we try to keep on a regular schedule since so many folks use us on a daily basis: twice baked potatoes, fresh fish cakes, enchiladas, pot pies, a nightly stuffed chicken breast, to name a few. We try to keep a good selection of vegetarian and gluten-free items on the menu. Of course, we always have six to eight salads, 12 or more desserts and several casseroles. I’ve developed

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

lInDaMan's

567 recipes since our inception in 1984, for which I’m proud. Have you thought about a cookbook? Many times! It would require actual cooking instructions. I’m better at showing, not so good at writing technical info. It’s not so long ago that the recipes (or rather ingredient lists) were written on scraps of legal paper! I’d rather keep doing new dishes than to sit down and detail the old ones. I will do it eventually; there are too many great stories that go along with all of the recipes. Do you get tired of people asking you for your recipes? Never tired, always flattered. Where do you eat in Spokane? I love the community that Celeste Shaw has built at Chaps. Everything about Celeste and her restaurant makes me feel warm and fuzzy. Santé is also way at the top of my list. Jeremy Hansen, bringing his talent for charcuterie to our town is a bright spot. El Que for tacos and tequila, and I always enjoy Luna. I could go on, I’m leaving too many out! So, what is your husband’s favorite Lindaman’s dish? Depends on the day. For a hunting trip, it’s marinated leg of lamb, twice baked potatoes, romaine salad and cherry pie. For a fishing trip, assorted salads, cold sliced ancho pork tenderloin and Nanaimo bars. If he’s under the weather after all of his outings, he wants Greek Lemon Chicken Soup. On any other given day, it’s a chicken pot pie. He’s spoiled. You clearly have a 'coffee culture' in your store. How did that happen? We were one of only a couple of espresso machines in Spokane when we opened, if you can imagine that! It’s something we have always taken seriously. In Italy, coffee houses are called 'bars.' It’s where people start their days, and often end

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

them. It’s where there’s a 'meeting of the minds.' People talk politics, sports, connect and solve the problems of the world! We wanted to follow that tradition. It worked. Our coffee bar truly has an identity all its own—the 'culture of coffee.' What is caffe corretto? It’s one of the best kept secrets at Lindaman’s. Not because we want it to be; it just tends to intimidate people. When we began serving DOMA coffee, which is a whole wonderful conversation in itself, one of the owners, Rebecca, told me that in Italy, one won’t find flavored syrups to go into coffee drinks; they use liqueur. The idea was too good. So, along with my baristas, we would meet on Sunday afternoons and create these amazing little drinks. It was so much fun, we actually wrote fictional stories to coincide with the drinks. Thus, our caffe corretto was born. Top notch espresso, with a dash of this and/or that liqueur, spice or chocolate and sometimes a smidge of cream. Coffee done 'correctly.' When did you add liquor into the Lindaman’s venue? We’ve served beer and wine from our inception. The liqueurs were added for caffe corretto. Spirits followed … for fresh-squeezed, herb-muddled (artisan) cocktails. They were too irresistible to leave off the menu. What’s going on in that green area in your parking lot? Very cool! The Native Plant Society of Washington is transforming that area. They began planting last fall and will plant more in the spring. I can’t wait to see it take shape. I’m so glad they came to me. What’s next for local art on the wall? Tim Lord’s amazing work! What do you see in the future for Lindaman’s? It’s a long list, but I’ll name a couple of exciting

things. … Our goal is to have a better mode of communicating and building relationships with our base of customers, both old and new, through our new Web site, social networking, newsletters about upcoming events ie; 'Geek' Coffee Lovers Fourth Saturday with Lindaman’s and DOMA, our collaboration with STEP-UP Spokane (StepUpSpokane.com), fun with ethnic street food, music and art events, my annual spring heirloom vegetable plant giveaway, moving closer to a 'green' future, ... loads of stuff. Now, let’s go a little ‘James Lipton’. When you get to heaven: What restaurant is just around the corner? Lindaman’s! … I’ll be bellied up to the coffee bar nursing a caffe corretto. I will not be doing dishes. Who will be your guest? That’s easy. The round table of customers and employees, who have carried on the hundreds of intellectual debates in that spot, with special guests John Milton, Flannery O’Conner and Leonard Cohen. We’ll be talking about 'grace.' What’s for dessert? My great-grandmother’s mincemeat pie with hard sauce. Did I gush? [SS]

gETTIng ThErE lindaMan'S GourMet to-Go & BiStro iS loCated at 1235 S. Grand Blvd. in Spokane, waSH. (509) 838-3000 lindaMans.coM or Find uS on FaCeBook.CoM

SOUTH HILL Famous Eds 2911 E. 57th Ave. (509) 290-5080 PuB faRe & Pizza $-$$

Famous Eds is the place to stop in and enjoy a game with friends on one of multiple flat-screen TVs or to bring the kids for lunch or breakfast on weekends. The bar offers a full spectrum of cocktails, brews and wine. David’s Pizza’s best-selling pizzas are on the menu, along with standard pub fare done exceptionally well. Our menu includes a variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads and pastas, as well as chicken salmon and steak entrees for dinner. We offer three daily happy hours: 3-4pm, 4-6pm and 10pm-Midnight! Try the Famous Eds Baked Mac and Cheese, the marinated sirloin-grilled Steak Bites, or maybe the David’s Pizza! Stop in for lunch, dinner and late night fare daily starting at 11am, with breakfast served on weekends starting at 7am.

Gordy’s Sichuan Café 501 E. 30th St. (509) 747-1170 (West behind Slick Rock Burrito near the corner of Grand & 29th) fResh classic chinese $-$$

Chef Gordon Crafts brings more than 25 years of experience cooking Chinese cuisine at his small neighborhood café. He prepares fresh and classic Chinese dishes, many with an emphasis on the spicy traditions from the Sichuan Province. Dining choices, served family style, range from tangy Lemon Chicken to tongue-scalding Hunan Beef. Many of our customers come just for the Dumplings! The array of options on our menu includes vegan, vegetarian and a variety of dishes that can be modified for special dietary needs. A small, well-chosen wine list focuses on our Northwest lineage. Here at Gordy’s, we offer a relaxed atmosphere with minimalist but warm décor, and our service is polished, fun and informative. We invite you to join us for a taste of Sichuan.

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

SOUTH HILL Laguna Café 4304 S. Regal (509) 448-0887 eclectic contemPoRaRy $-$$$

Head to Laguna Café in Spokane’s South Hill, where you’ll enjoy local flavor and local experience like you won’t find anywhere else. Our menu offers unique selections, along with those familiar choices as well. Maybe the Fresh Wild Coho Salmon, the Laguna Burger, Ravioli or Filet Mignon will suit your fancy. Live music adds to our fun and casual environment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. Here at Laguna Café, we believe in supporting our community and local economy. Seasonal outdoor dining is available during the summer months, and you can enjoy a view of the Regal pond. We are open 9am-9pm Mon.-Sat., 9am-8pm Sun. Reservations accepted.

Lindaman's Gourmet To Go and Bistro 1235 S. Grand Blvd. (509) 838-3000 (Near Sacred Heart Medical Center) eclectic BistRo $-$$

Thank-you Spokane! We are celebrating our 27th anniversary, and it's all because of you, our loyal customers. Here at Lindaman's, guests can pick from an assortment of chicken dishes, salads, pot pies, enchiladas, fresh fish, loads of desserts, and then take home. Or, stay here and enjoy one of our artisan cocktails or DOMA coffee with your meal. We always have vegetarian and gluten-free selections. Our patio is open during the warm season. We are situated in the shadow of St. John's Cathedral and Manito Park is just up the block! We're open 8am-9pm Mon.-Sat. Lindamans.com

The Two Seven Public house 2727 S. Mount Vernon #5 (509) 473-9766 PuB & GRill $-$$

The Two Seven Public House was added to our restaurant family in 2008, which includes Moon Time in Coeur d’Alene, The Porch Public House in Hayden, and the Elk Public House and El Que in Browne’s Addition. At Two Seven, you will find a menu featuring fresh salads, soups, sandwiches and pastas all made from scratch. We offer a great selection of micro-brewed beers, wines by the glass and freshly squeezed juice cocktails served in a comfortable pub-style atmosphere. Open 11am daily. For menu, specials and more, visit our Web site. WeDontHaveOne.com

A Sampling of Two Seven's Menu! ROASTED GARLIC & ONION BREAD French bread slices loaded with oven-roasted onion, garlic and butter. Available with melted gorgonzola cheese for an extra cost. EPH CREAMY CURRY SALAD Romaine lettuce tossed with red onions, candied walnuts, red grapes, celery and our creamy curry dressing. CAESAR Our own house-made dressing, made without raw eggs, tossed with crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese and croutons. EPH BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH A lightly breaded chicken breast topped with our secret hot sauce, melted mozzarella cheese and a carrot/ celery slaw, served on a toasted bun with blue cheese dressing. *EPH denotes items also available at the Elk Public House*

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

THE MOON BURGER A six-ounce, lean, hand-formed patty, char-grilled and topped with melted cheddar and caramelized onions. Served with mayo, lettuce and tomato on a toasted bun. EPH

THAI COCONUT PRAWNS Coconutbreaded prawns are fried and served over jasmine rice then topped with a Thai peanut sauce. Garnished with basil and served with a cucumber salad and toasted French bread.

ANASAZI BEAN BURGER These hearty beans provide the nutty flavor in our hand-made bean burger. It’s pan seared, topped with melted cheddar and served on a grilled bun with lettuce, mayo, red onion and tomato.

TACOS DE PESCADO Two warm flour tortillas stuffed with beer-battered and deep-fried fish, shredded cabbage and Mexican white sauce. Garnished with a lime wedge, a radish and a roasted jalepeno and served with ranch-style beans.

74th ST. GUMBO Inspired by Seattle’s finest Ale House. Chicken, sausage, shrimp and vegetables in a traditional sauce served over rice. It’s hot!!! EPH SALPICON A traditional Texan beef taco with shredded beef, chipotle peppers, jack cheese, red onions, cilantro and roasted poblano peppers. Served with warm flour tortillas, green rice and an Ancho aioli.

CHICKEN CAESAR SOFT TACO A tender grilled chicken breast tossed with romaine lettuce, fresh tomatoes and our famous Caesar dressing, stuffed into a warm flour tortilla and served with a creamy chipotle and roasted corn pasta salad. EPH

2727 S. Mount Vernon #5 (509) 473-9766

SOUTH HILL Luna 5620 S. Perry St. (509) 448-2383 (Corner of Perry Street & 57th Avenue) local seasonal noR thwest $-$$$

High atop Spokane's South Hill, Luna offers its guests a full-service lounge, classic marble-top dining areas, a beautiful private dining room (The Garden Room), a delightful rose-enclosed terrace and our magnificent flower garden courtyard for truly al fresco dining and lounging. Here at Luna, partnerships and community are important to us. We proudly support farmers and artisans of the Inland Northwest, using locally grown food and seasonal and sustainable ingredients. We believe in "Going Green" and practice it in every aspect. Reservations are encouraged. We also offer catering services in which we are sure to exceed your expectations with our dedication to outstanding cuisine, exceptional service and creative presentations. We are open 11am-Close Mon.-Fri. and 9am-Close Sat.-Sun., serving brunch 9am2pm. LunaSpokane.com

West Wing 4334 S. Regal St. (509) 443-1660 mediteRRanean $-$$

We still have garlic, and even better â&#x20AC;Ś another location to dole it out! The garlicloving crazy chef and owner of the White House Grill and Oval Office in Post Falls, Raci Erdem, is bringing garlic back to Spokane residence. No longer do Spokane garlic connoisseurs have to drive to Post Falls to satisfy their cravings. With the opening of The West Wing, a short drive to the South Hill will fill the bill. The interior is a must see! You will find the menu familiar, as it is the same as the White House menu; come in and try the sea bass, Turkish plate or gyros, and help us pay for all! You love garlic, we love you. Also offering a full bar with extensive wine list. Open 11am-10pm seven days a week. Check out our Web site. WhiteHouseGrill.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

west wInG

pHotoS By: SHeena dunn

Garlic is in the Air!

w e St w i n G ow n e r r aC i e r d e M i S “ St i n k i n ’ ” u p S p o k a n e When I first met Raci Erdem, it was back in 1996, in a little white house just off I-90 in Post Falls. That was the year The White House Grill opened its doors to its small seven-table bistro, serving dishes with as much garlic as one can handle. I thought of it as my favorite little known gem. Owner Raci Erdem was then and is still entertaining guests with a little conversation, a lot of joking and a little rhythm with a hand drum. He soon had people traveling from all over North Idaho and Spokane to this little White House in Post Falls; or as he would say, “to see the foreigner in the White House.” And, the secret was out. Raci enjoyed a packed house with a waiting line on most days. It was a tasty unique flavor that came to North Idaho. The gyros, the hummus, the Turkish cigars—and yes, just a little over the top on garlic, but what the heck. If you feel a cold coming on, it can’t hurt to overdose on that healthful bulb. And so long as your date is with you to enjoy the garlic, too, who would notice? Regardless, there’s plenty on the menu that offers so many flavor sensations that there’s always something to please most any palate.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

By : j e a n e t t e d u n n

Just how did this recipe for success happen so fast? Not so fast. Raci is originally from Istanbul, Turkey. At the age of 20, he decided it was time to venture out into the world, and New York was his destination. When asked how he got to America, Raci says “I swam to America,” adding that he “jumped out of a boat in New York!” While in New York, he worked various jobs, one in particular he remembers, though not fondly, was moving heavy carpets for $50 a day, motivating him to find a new line of work. He met a girl, got married and moved to her hometown of Spokane. He worked as a server at Clinkerdagger’s and Salty’s, until he and his good friend and co-worker Dahmo decided to venture into the restaurant business together. The little white house became the White House Grill. There was no particular culinary school preparation, no recipes for what they wanted to serve. The two friends made up each recipe on the menu. They were inspired to create a place that felt like home, with people gathered round the table engaged in lively conversation, having fun, laughing, eating, drinking, the sound of music and all … the customers

literally ate it up! The place took off like wildfire and the value priced menu and festive atmosphere would bring happy diners back to this seven-table bistro regularly. People would bring their family visiting from out of town and plan to meet friends there, all to see the foreigner at the White House. Dahmo moved on and Raci kept the fun alive and his passion for the restaurant business. He says he loves every facet of the business. “You can not just look at it as ‘Come eat my food.’ It’s not just the cooking. People want to go where everything is fun!” Since that humble beginning, his original White House Grill moved down the street into a larger location with full Mediterranean décor and ambiance, and the little white house became his second restaurant—The Oval Office— with Raci’s affectionately referred to menu as “fufu food”. With menu items that include olives and feta appetizer, Thai-coconut seafood soup, Steak Sandwich made with rib eye, Cajun Chicken Fettucine and their own creations of cocktails with scandalous White House names: the Cosmopolitian, The Marilyn and the Dirty Monica. The Oval Office

popularity prompted thoughts about a Spokane location, and the West Wing idea was born. After all, it is further west. And now … Spokane is lucky enough to have the flavors of Raci’s kitchen spicing up the upper South Hill neighborhood on the Moran Prairie area with his third restaurant—The West Wing of the White House Grill. Located way atop the South Hill at the corner of East 44th and Regal, the shopping center there is chock full of restaurant variety, and the neighborhood is welcoming the West Wing with a flock of new fans. Raci attributes his success to the passion he has for working with people. “I love the restaurant business!” exclaims Raci. “But you can’t run the restaurant by yourself; you have to run the people. If you’re happy, and your people are happy, then the customers are happy. Success is in the people being happy.” He feels the best part of the job is the people. He has a knack for managing them and keeping his staff of 92 happy. Raci is happy to oblige. He is proud of his restaurants and knows it’s about great people and good food. So what’s the bottom line? According to Raci, “Who wouldn’t want to go into a fun place to eat?!” [SS]

“It’s not just the cooking. People want to go where everything is fun!” says owner/chef Raci Erdem.

A Sample of West Wing's menu turkish cigars

Spinach & feta wrapped in filo, served w/ a tomato-onion relish

shepherd salad

Chopped tomatoes, cucumbers green peppers & onion, tossed in our Greek vinaigrette & topped w/ feta

Gyro sandwich

Kuzu Makarna

Grilled lamb, mushrooms & red onions sautéed in a rich beef broth w/ linguini & feta

Köylu (cold plate)

Stuffed grape leaves with herbed rice served w/ warm pita, humus, feta & kalamata olives

Kurdish salad

Traditionally prepared gyro meat served on a pita w/ tzatziki sauce

Romaine lettuce tossed in olive oil and lemon juice, topped w/ feta, shredded cabbage & carrots

turkish Plate

bahce (Kofte)

Spicy marinated lamb grilled, sliced & served over fried eggplant w/ tzatziki, served w/ rice & green beans

Ground beef traditionally blended w/ fresh onions & herbs, grilled & served over rice w/ a vegetable skewer & garlic green beans

gETTIng ThErE WEST WIng, SpokanE'S SouTh hIll 4334 S. rEgal ST. (509) 443-1660 WhITE houSE grIll, poST FallS 712 n. SpokanE ST. (208) 777-9672 oval oFFICE, poST FallS 620 n. SpokanE ST. (208) 777-2102 WhitehouseGrill.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

SECTION INTRO

sPoKane ValleY & lIbertY laKe “Anybody can make you enjoy the first bite of a dish, but only a real chef can make you enjoy the last.” ~ Francois Minot

MaX at Mirabeau wHere tHere’S alwayS SoMetHinG GoinG on MAX is the place to be when in the Spokane Valley for food and entertainment. In the past six years, MAX has received five Epicurean Delight awards and the coveted Wine Spectator Award of Excellence three years in a row for offering a wine list of more than 500 bottles. The delicious menu at MAX will certainly meet the taste buds of any hungry customer. With more than 100 menu items, MAX has Spokane Valley’s most dynamic selection. The eclectic menu is prepared by skilled cooks and includes award-winning steaks, chops, seafood, burgers and salads. The menu utilizes seasonal local ingredients whenever possible and is ever-changing. Want something different to do this weekend? Every Friday and Saturday evening, 8pm to 1am, guests can enjoy live entertainment. Music and dance lovers will have a blast moving and grooving to everything from Classic Rock and Motown, to Rhythm and Blues and Pop—all things danceable, featuring Spokane's own Max Daniels, Cary Fly Band, UltraGlide, Cool Stack, Blueprint, Donnie Emerson and more. Fridays are also Martini Friday, with Martini specials on the menu all night long. Every Wednesday, MAX offers Half-Price Bottle Wine Night in which

selected bottles of wine are 50-percent off. In addition, the first Wednesday of each month, MAX hosts First Wednesday receptions, welcoming both a local artist and a regional winery for conversations with the artist and tastings from the winery. And every Thursday is Ladies’ Night, featuring specials, prizes, massage therapy, jewelry and more! Enjoy happy hour specials twice a day! 3 to 6pm and 9pm to close daily, enjoy half-off appetizers and drink specials. Friday and Saturday nights, guests can order from the entire menu until 2am! Annual events at MAX include their Halloween party with costume contests, drink specials and more. Every Christmas season, MAX teams up with local charities for Santa’s Breakfast. With a donation, your child gets a free breakfast and photo with Santa! There’s also the huge New Years Eve bash in the large ballroom. There’s always something happening at the MAX. Whether it be an entertaining band, wine tasting or extravagant party, make any occasion a celebration at MAX!

Spokane Valley ~ 1100 N. Sullivan Rd. ~ (509) 922-6252 MAXatMirabeau.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

Neighborhood Spotlight

spokane Valley & liberty lake Spokane v valley ex tendS FroM Spokane to liBerty lake and a river runS tHrouGH it the spokane Valley’s culinary scene is a long stretch from the edge of the city of spokane out to liberty lake near the

known as Green bluff. this is where townshend t cellar

Idaho state line. sprague a avenue is the main route through

winery is located at the west side of Green bluff loop road.

paralleling I-90.

Green bluff is an agricultural area that is a must destination for family fun, with the various seasons of harvest events to

at sprague, argonne becomes Dishman Mica, where savage land Pizza is a popular family pizza-and-play center. at argonne, just off I-90, casa De oro and Perkins are on the south side, and north are Marie callender’s, longhorn barbeque, ambrosia bistro and wine w bar, timber creek buffet and scotty’s bar and Grill. the rocket bakery can be found north on argonne in Millwood, as well as their new bottles wine and beer shop. farther north, east upriver Drive to fruit Hill road will take you up a winding road to the old-world charm of arbor crest winery winery inery,, with its stunning panoramic view of the entire spokane Valley. nodland cellars and liberty lake cellars are also located in this neighborhood.

far north at the end of argonne will take you to the area

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

ambrosia

neighborhood spotlight

celebrate the fruits of their labors. Near University and Bowdish on Sprague, the lineup includes local Egger’s Meats shop and neighborhood favorites such as O’Doherty’s Irish Pub, Top of India, Peking Palace, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant, Flamin’ Joe’s, HuHot Mongolian Grill, Dave’s Bar and Grill and the new Savanny’s Food Express Thai Cuisine. Just off I-90 between Evergreen and Sullivan lies the

Caruso's

Spokane Valley Mall with a variety of chain eateries and the new Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar. Located at the Mirabeau Park Hotel just south of there is MAX at

fun. The Old West

Mirabeau, Spokane Valley’s award-winning restaurant

setting and great

offering an eclectic menu and a friendly staff. With more than

old-fashioned

100 menu items including steaks, chops, seafood, salads,

barbecue with all

sandwiches and burgers, they really have something on the

the fixins will keep

menu for everyone. They have a full-service bar and daily

everyone from

happy hours! This is a great place to entertain a client for

kids to grandmas

lunch or meet up with friends after work. With their own

entertained …

First Wednesday wine and art event on the first Wednesday of

and well fed. The

every month, and live music on Fridays and Saturdays, they

Rockin’ B Ranch is

are a destination worth making, and remember, parking is a

open June to September and can also be reserved for family

breeze in the valley!

reunions, business outings, private parties and more. [SS]

MAX

Hay J’s Bistro, located next to a gas station just north of the I-90 exit at Liberty Lake is a bistro treat not to miss for lunch or dinner. It may not look like it from the outside, but the experience continues to bring the locals back for more. Try their Parmesan-Crusted Halibut! One of the most impressive family entertainment spots in these parts can be spotted from I-90 at the State Line exit just past Liberty Lake—The Rockin’ B Ranch Cowboy Supper Show. This barn-turned-theatre is home to Pamela and Scott Brownlee, talented entertainers providing an escape from

Local Dining & Entertainment Scan this code with your mobile phone to find out more about local Dining and Entertainment

the rush of life in the fast lane with down-home clean family

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

SERVER SPOTLIGHT

Jason smith

B r i n G i n G t H at C o M p l e t e r e S tau r a n t d i n i n G e x p e r i e n C e to yo u r ta B l e

Jason Smith has been at MAX for two and a half years, where he is proud to serve his guests food that is not only delicious, but includes a beautiful presentation for the guests’ eyes to feast on as well. Being able to interact well with people is important when it comes to being a server, says Jason. Whether waiting on a regular you know on a first-name basis, or a guest dining at the restaurant for the very first time, it is imperative that the server be able to offer a complete restaurant dining experience. There are many aspects of his job that he enjoys. “This place is forever

changing, so it never gets boring. There’s something to offer that’s different each month, offering guests different restaurant menus and different wine selections.” And … MAX is for every person. They offer guests a nice, more upscale dining atmosphere, “but we don’t just cater to fine dining,” says Jason. The key to succeeding and loving your job as a server is simple, according to Jason. “It’s all about the way you look at it and present yourself to the guests.”

Latah Creek Winery Spokane Valley – 13030 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 926-0164 Here at Latah Creek, we’ve been creating fine wines from Washington State since 1982! We’re just minutes from Downtown Spokane and offer visitors the chance to sample our awardwinning wines while browsing through one of the most unique gift shops in the area. We are proud to introduce to you our Monarch Series Reserve Reds which made their debut late 2010, to include our First Release, Petite Sirah, along with our Monarch Red and Monarch Zinfandel. Looking for special discounts on wine purchases and exclusive member-only events? With our WineClub Memberships, you now have four different WineClubs to choose from. Visit our WineShop to sign up. We are open 9am5pm daily. LatahCreek.com

MAX at Mirabeau Spokane Valley – 1100 N. Sullivan Rd. (509) 922-6252 (I-90 Exit 291B at the Mirabeau Park Hotel) eclectic $-$$$

Here at MAX, you’ll find eclectic cuisine, an award-winning menu, steaks, chops, seafood, salads, burgers and more than 100 other menu items! Our extensive wine list boasts more than 500 labels, meaning there is a perfect match for everything on the menu, and every Wednesday enjoy half-priced bottles of wine. We offer late-night dining with a full menu until close. Max's lounge menu features more than 75 of the most eclectic and innovative cocktails and martinis from Retro to Nouveau. Live music fills the room 9pm-1am Fri. and Sat. nights, two happy hours daily from 3-6pm and again from 9pm-close, an a la carte Brunch Menu Saturday and Sunday, private dining rooms, courtyard dining and more! There’s always something happening at the MAX. And … we are a five-time Epicurean Delight award-winner. Open 6am daily until Midnight Sun., 1am Mon.-Thurs. and 2am Fri.-Sat. MAXatMirabeau.com

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

SECTION INTRO

wIne tIMe "Sorrow can be alleviated by good sleep, a bath and a glass of wine." ~ Thomas Aquinas

robert Karl cellars w i n e F ro M t H e v i n e to yo u r G l a S S Robert Karl Cellars is devoted to bringing the beautiful gift of wine from the earth to your table. From their early accolades and the plans they have followed from the beginning of their endeavor, the excellence of the wines is no accident. Winemakers/owners Joe and Rebecca Gunselman have a passion for winemaking and chose the Horse Heaven Hills American Viticultural Area to grow their grapes and their wine business. The Horse Heaven Hills AVA is considered one of the most prominent 6,000-plus acres to grow grapes in the entire Columbia Valley, and Joe believes that Horse Heaven Hills grows the best Cabernet in the world. As Rebecca says, “The very best wines require the very best grapes. That’s why we are totally committed to the Horse Heaven Hills … committed to make the best.” And although she does the marketing for the winery, she believes that the wine sells itself. Joe was first inspired to be a winemaker while working toward his MBA, while doing a marketing project for a family winery. He fell for the

winery business right then and there. Joe and Rebecca started looking— in Joe’s usual scientific method—for the best place, where the very best grapes were coming from, and they found exactly that in Washington State, according to Rebecca. They believe that the terrior (soil and locale), the climate and the Columbia Valley’s angled slopes come together to create the most ideal growing conditions in the world. This is the place where the Gunselmans chose to live. Wine is their passion and their job. In doing it well they have a lifestyle they love. They fly, travel to eat and drink and share their wine with others. Their children are a part of their business, too. Robert Karl Cellars is the result of heavenly grapes meeting with science and a passion for winemaking. Downtown Spokane ~ 115 W. Pacific Ave. ~ (509) 363-1353 Roberkarl.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

TVS Wine Cellars The Vineyard Selection A b e s t- k e p t s e c r e t ? N o t A N y m o r e ! It was never their intention to have a 10-year-old business that has to ask that question. It just so happened that every time they were about to launch a marketing campaign, they were referred to another project that demanded all of their attention. Now they’re looking forward to another 10 years but with an essential new spin: “We’ll celebrate our milestone by striving to be a secret no more,” says Duke Mahl, owner and designer of TVS Wine Cellars Inc. Headquartered in Spokane, Wash., TVS Wine Cellars consults, designs, fabricates and installs residential and commercial wine-storage systems.

Photos By: Bruce Andre

TVS Wine CellarS

From choosing the right climate-control equipment for the project,

to designing cabinetry to achieve the most appropriate blend of

uniquely designed form and function, TVS has a mission in mind:

“Create a result and an experience for the client that leads to another successful project.” Considering the level of activity experienced in this economic downturn, Duke can only conclude that their quest

continues to work. The past two years have been among their busiest ever.

Self-described as having a “twisted but well-organized mind,”

Duke loves the collaborative challenge of distilling the most creative

solution for each project from everyone involved by working directly

with clients, architects, interior designers and contractors. Is the term “cutting edge” used too often these days? Perhaps, but it sends the message the best way TVS knows how.

“Once we’ve gotten involved in a project, we see it through to the end to ensure our clients receive the best quality and service available,” says owner and designer Duke Mahl.

With a network of dealers trained to provide an exemplary level

of service spread over a six-state region, TVS is always ready to

tackle and execute new projects large and modest with a wonderful

assortment of design and budget options. “Once we’ve gotten involved in a project, we see it through to the end to ensure our clients receive the best quality and service available,” Duke says. Proposals typically

tHe wine Cellar in Coeur d'alene, idaHo

include different elements and solutions to find the perfect blend of aesthetics, function and

budget. The fact that they get commitments on more than 90 percent of the projects they’re

asked to quote on is testimony to that aspect of bringing TVS into your project.

With TVS Wine Cellars’ experience, their

services are now requested outside of the corner of the world they’re most accustomed to, so “we can hardly call ourselves a ‘regional’ company anymore,” Duke adds. “That’s OK. We love

the challenges that come to us from far and

pend oreille winery, Sandpoint, idaHo

wide and have grown into it all.” From exotic

residences and wineries, to wine stores and resorts, every project is looked at with an eye for generating “great pride of ownership.” One of TVS’ most recent projects was a remodel of

the tasting room wine storage for Pend d’Oreille Winery in Sandpoint, Idaho, and in January

they did a complete overhaul of the entire wine storage for The Wine Cellar & Bistro in Coeur d’Alene that included wine club member lockers and retail displays behind a glass wall. It’s

getting harder to keep a secret! Visit their newly designed Web site to see the full gallery of

cellar projects and enjoy reading some wonderful articles profiling who TVS Wine Cellars is and what they can do for you. [SS]

ConTaCT TvS duke MaHl oF tvS wine CellarS Can Be reaCHed at (509) 226-3775 tvS wine CellarS po Box 14482, Spokane valley, wa 99214 or on tHe weB @ vineyardSeleCtion.CoM Send Quote appointMent reQueStS to: inFo@vineyardSeleCtion.CoM

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

wIne tIMe Barrister Winery Downtown – 1213 W. Railroad Ave. (509) 465-3591 Taste Barrister’s award-winning wines! Nestled away in a 100-year-old brick building located in the historic Davenport Arts District, Barrister is home to not only a winery, but an unforgettable experience for all who enter. Enjoy wine tasting, offered Noon-5pm Tues.-Sat., with winery tours available by appointment. We’re open for First Friday 5-10pm with artist reception, bistro buffet and acoustic Blues. Book the winery for your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, corporate event or holiday party. BarristerWinery.com

Caterina Winery Downtown – 905 N. Washington St. (509) 328-5069 (Just north of Downtown) Caterina Winery is owned by Don Townshend and located in the old Broadview Dairy building, along with Lone Canary Winery, and offers event space to rent for private parties. Dave Harvey has worked with Don to create a new line of Caterina wines that have already won awards and recognition, focusing more on Italian varietals, the red blends that Don Townshend is so recognized for creating and the strong standard varietals. Open Noon-6pm Wed.-Sun. and 6-9pm on First Fridays (featuring an artist and live music). Caterina.com

Dayton Wine Works

Dayton, Wash. – 507 E. Main St. (509) 382-1200 (Located on the hill alongside Hwy 12, overlooking Downtown Dayton & Columbia Hills) wine tastinG

It is worth a trip from anywhere to visit Dayton Wine Works. Our tasting room and entertainment patio is located right in the heart of HistoricDayton, Wash., on a rise that overlooks the Columbia County Hills and main street of downtown. With a relaxed atmosphere and interesting people, this could soon be your favorite place to avoid wine snobs. The patio features handmade furniture and chain saw carvings, and the view at sunset is truly unsurpassed! A variety of music and fun are scheduled on our entertainment patio throughout the summer months. We are open at Noon Thurs.-Sun. Check the events section of our Web site. DaytonWineWorks.com

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

wIne tIMe Latah Creek Winery Spokane Valley – 13030 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 926-0164 Here at Latah Creek, we’ve been creating fine wines from Washington State since 1982! We’re just minutes from Downtown Spokane and offer visitors the chance to sample our award-winning wines while browsing through one of the most unique gift shops in the area. We are proud to introduce to you our Monarch Series Reserve Reds which made their debut late 2010, to include our First Release, Petite Sirah, along with our Monarch Red and Monarch Zinfandel. Looking for special discounts on wine purchases and exclusive member-only events? With our WineClub Memberships, you now have four different WineClubs to choose from. Visit our WineShop to sign up. We are open 9am-5pm daily. LatahCreek.com

Little Italy's Wine Bar State Line – 7200 W. Seltice Way (208) 777-7778 (Located upstairs on the landing of A-1 Smoke Shop, Exit #299 next to Cabela’s) Join us for free wine tastings and half-priced microbrew tastings every week! Relax with your favorite wine and/or premium cigar. Open for tastings Friday through Sunday, or call for an appointment! A weekly destination as an intimate retreat for friends or lovers! Discover wine every month through Little Italy's Wine Club! No minimum contract term or sign-up fee. Wine Club members save 10-percent to 50-percent off all wine and wine accessories! We also carry PEK wine preservation systems. We now have wireless Internet and two TVs. We also offer cheese plates and pizza. Visit our Web site for events, sign up for our weekly newsletter and check out our Wine Club. Open 1-10pm Fri.-Sat. and 1-7pm Sun. A-1 Smoke Shop is open 6am-10pm Sun.-Thurs. and 6am-11pm Fri.-Sat. LittleItalysWineBar.com or A-1SmokeShop.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

See whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

wIne tIMe Lone Canary Downtown – 905 N. Washington St. (509) 328-5069 Lone Canary Winery was purchased by Don Townshend, who has created an exciting new look that is progressive and clean for Lone Canary with a new label, new wines made in a partnership with Jerry Widing (formerly with The Ridge in California) and Dave Harvey, and new varietals that range from a crisp Gewurtztraminer and a naked Chardonnay to a new LC 5 Red Blend and more. We’re located with Caterina Winery in the old Broadview Dairy Building just north of Downtown Spokane, with event space available for private parties. Open Noon-6pm Wed.-Sun. and 6-9pm on First Fridays (featuring an artist and live music). LoneCanary.com

Robert karl Cellars Downtown – 115 W. Pacific Ave. (509) 363-1353 Physician-winemaker Joe Gunselman, while nestled in an old fire station in the Historic Warehouse District, focuses on Bordeaux-style wines and has received national recognition for our Claret and Cabernet Sauvignon. We have been rated one of the Best New American Wineries. We’re open 2-5 pm Thurs.-Fri. and Noon-4pm Sat. RobertKarl.com

Townshend Cellar Colbert, Wash. – 16112 Greenbluff Rd. (509) 238-1400 Located just north of Spokane in the Green Bluff area, Townshend Cellar is dedicated to producing small lots of quality wines, ports and dessert wines. Come enjoy our awardwinning wines and beautiful view of the Greenbluff countryside. We are open Noon-6pm Fri.-Sun. and by appointment, if possible. Visit our Web site to find out about special events and locations Townshend Cellar will be at and to join our ‘Diamond T’ Wine Club. Look for Townshend Cellar wines at your favorite restaurants and stores. We look forward to seeing you soon at the Tasting Room! TownshendCellar.com

Frenchman hills Winery Royal City, Wash. – 4591 Rd. 13.6 SW (509) 346-2280 (Off of I-90 near Vantage, just south of Highway 26) Welcome to Frenchman Hills Winery, located on the west end of the Frenchman Hills in the Columbia Valley. Our hand-crafted full-bodied red wines are produced from the Sentinel Gap Vineyards located on the high rocky bluffs overlooking the Columbia River near Vantage on the west end of the Frenchman Hills in the Columbia Valley American Viticulture Area (AVA). Owner Norman Myrick and viticulturist/winemaker Larry Myrick take pride in the 100-percent varietally correct production. Focusing on the Ultra Premium Tier 1 and Premium Tier 2 full bodied red wines, the wine-making style is a handcrafted fruit-forward expression of the vineyard. FrenchmanHillsWine.net

Get out & explore spokane's wineries! Download your FREE MAP and begin planning your own personal winery tour. Taste and sip Spokane's very own local wines.

See what’s new @ SizzlenCuisine.com

SECTION INTRO

sHoPPInG for tHe best! “If the divine creator has taken pains to give us delicious and exquisite things to eat, the least we can do is prepare them well and serve them with ceremony.” ~ Fernand Point

Main Market co-op o F F e r i n G l o C a l , o r G a n i C , F a i r -t r a d e p r o d u C t S t o S p o k a n e Main Market Co-op opened its doors for business January 21st, 2010. After a little more than one year of business, the coop is pleased to continue to offer shoppers world-class customer service, high-quality foods and merchandise from local, organic and sustainable producers. Main Market Co-op is a communityowned grocery store. It is a retail food co-op that is owned by its members. Anyone can shop, and anyone can become an owner; just $10 can get you started today! Main Market Co-op, Spokane’s only food co-op, supports and promotes sustainable business practices. In addition to the careful selection of products carried in the store, the Main Market Co-op has put an enormous amount of planning into the structure and operation of its building. Refurbished from an old Goodyear Tire store, the building is LEED certified Gold by the US Green Building Council. Solar panels on the front of the store, heat recirculation from the refrigeration systems and secondary water harvesting techniques reinforce its commitment to serving

the community with less waste. Because it is a cooperatively owned local business, the Main Market Co-op is committed to serving its community. Main Market contributes to a healthier more resilient Inland Northwest by increasing access to wholesome food, supporting local and organic food producers, and educating the community about the benefits of both. Here’s what’s in store for you: local produce, select regional wines and microbrews, artisan breads and cheeses (locally and regionally produced selections), gourmet deli with vegan and gluten-free selections (dine in or take it with you), local meat, eggs and dairy, organic Fair Trade locally roasted coffees, body care and supplements, bulk grains (local selections), flours, teas and spices. Stop in at the Main Market Co-op today. Downtown Spokane ~ 44 W. Main Ave. ~ (509) 458-2667 MainMarket.coop

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

sHoPPInG Main Market Co-op

Little Italy's Wine Bar

Downtown Spokane – 44 W. Main Ave. (509) 458-2667

State Line – 7200 W. Seltice Way (208) 777-7778 (Located upstairs on the landing of A-1 Smoke Shop, Exit #299 next to Cabela’s)

ChocoPerfection (800) 332-1773 ChocoPerfection is a decadent, gourmet European chocolate that is 100-percent naturally sugar-free. Each bar has only 2 grams net carbs, along with 14 grams natural dietary fiber! ChocoPerfection was created for diabetics, those following a low-carb or anti-candida program and for healthy eaters who love chocolate. Local health food stores that offer ChocoPerfection are listed in our ad. You may also order online. ChocoPerfection.com

Join us for free wine tastings and half-priced microbrew tastings every week! Relax with your favorite wine and/or premium cigar. Open for tastings Friday through Sunday, or call for an appointment! A weekly destination as an intimate retreat for friends or lovers! Discover wine every month through Little Italy's Wine Club! No minimum contract term or sign-up fee. Wine Club members save 10-percent to 50-percent off all wine and wine accessories! We also carry PEK wine preservation systems. We now have wireless Internet and two TVs. We also offer cheese plates and pizza. Visit our Web site for events, sign up for our weekly newsletter and check out our Wine Club. Open 1-10pm Fri.-Sat. and 1-7pm Sun. A-1 Smoke Shop is open 6am-10pm Sun.-Thurs. and 6am-11pm Fri.-Sat. LittleItalysWineBar.com or A-1SmokeShop.com

Bitterroot Cutlery CdA, Idaho – 4025 Government Way, Ste. #8 (208) 667-3887 At Bitterroot Cutlery, you will find kitchen cutlery fit for a chef. We offer a collection of fine kitchen cutlery including well-known name brands such as Shun, Messermeister and Wusthof. We also carry a full line of Forschner, Kershaw and Boker, and Asian and Sushi knives. We are open 10am-6pm Mon.-Fri. and 10am-4pm Sat. BitterrootCutlery.net

2011-2012 | S p o k a n e S i z z l e . c o m

SPOkANE AREA COMMUNITY EVENTS ONGOING EVENTS: 1st Friday Art Walks: Downtown Spokane Galleries, Shops & Restaurants, (509) 625-6081 or visit DowntownSpokane.org Spokane Indians Baseball: Avista Stadium, (509) 535-2922 or SpokaneIndiansBaseball.com Sat. & Sun. (throughout the year): Green Bluff Events, GreenBluffGrowers.com Sat. & Wed (May-Oct.): Farmers’ Market, 5th & Division, SpokaneFarmersMarket.org

2011 EVENTS May 2011 1 Bloomsday, (509) 838-1579 or BloomsdayRun.org 6-8 Spring Barrel Tasting, Spokane Area Wineries, SpokaneWineries.net 7-8 Blooms on the Bluff, Green Bluff, GreenBluffGrowers.com 15 Spokane Lilac Festival, (509) 535-4554 or SpokaneLilacFestival.org 28-29 24 Hour Round the Clock Bike Race, 7 Mile Airstrip, (509) 953-9831 or RoundAndRound.com 28-30 The Battle of Spokane Falls Civil War Reenactment, Riverside State Park, WCWA.net

June 2011 3-5 24th Annual ArtFest, The Park in Browne’s Addition, (509) 456-3931 or NorthwestMuseum.org 10 Bigfoot Golf Classic, Downriver Golf Course, (509) 434-5123 25-26 Hoopfest, Downtown Spokane, (509) 624-2414 or SpokaneHoopfest.net Grape & Grain, The Lincoln Center, (509) 328-5855 or SpokaneAdFed.com

July 2011 4 4th of July Neighbor Day, Riverfront Park, (509) 242-2505 23 Spokane Indians 8K Pennant Race, Riverfront Park, (509) 624-0500 or RMHSpokane.org 23-25 Zak!Charity Open, Northern Quest Casino & Spokane Country Club, (509) 747-2424 or ZakCharityOpen.org

August 2011 26 Coaches vs Cancer Golf Classic, (509) 242-8300 or GUCoachesvsCancer.com 26-28 Spokane Falls Northwest Indian Encampment & PowWow, Riverfront Park, (509) 535-0886 27 Coaches vs Cancer Basketball Gala, Davenport Hotel, (509) 242-8291 or GUCoachesvsCancer.com

31-Sept. 5 Pig Out in the Park, Riverfront Park, (509) 456-4386 or SpokanePigOut.com

September 2011 1-5 Pig Out in the Park, Riverfront Park, (509) 456-4386 or SpokanePigOut.com 11 Cobra Roofing Polo Classic, Spokane Polo Club, (509) 624-0500 or RMHSpokane.org 11 SpokeFest, Riverfront Park, (509) 456-7200 or SpokeFest.org 23-25 Valleyfest, Mirabeau Point Park, (509) 922-3299 or ValleyFest.org 30-Oct.2 Fall Antique & Collectors Sale, Spokane Fair & Expo Center, (509) 924-0588 or CusterShows.com

October 2011 1-2 Fall Antique & Collectors Sale, Spokane Fair & Expo Center, (509) 924-0588 or CusterShows.com 7-9 Spokane Visual Arts Tour, (509) 327-6622 or SpokaneArts.org 14-16 Quilt Show, Spokane Country Fair & Expo Center, (509) 244-8821 or WSQSpokane.org

November / December 2011 11 Epicurean Delight, Spokane Convention Center, (509)232-4567 or EpicureanDelight.org 11-13 Inland Craft Annual Sale & Exhibition, Spokane Convention Center, (509) 995-7956 or InlandCrafts.org 12 Spokane Cork & Keg Festival, Mirabeau Park Hotel, (509) 467-7744 or SpokaneCorkAndKeg.com 12-13 Fall Folk Festival, Spokane Community College, (509) 747-2640 or SpokaneFolklore.org 18-20 Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, Spokane Fair & Expo Center, (509) 924-0588 or CusterShows.com 18-20 Holiday Wine Fest, Spokane Area Wineries, SpokaneWineries.net 24-Dec.25 Holiday Memories, Green Bluff, GreenBluffGrowers.com 31 First Night Spokane, (509) 252-5027 or FirstNightSpokane.org

2012 EVENTS January 2012 26-Feb.4 Spokane International Film Festival, AMC Theatres, River Park Square, (509) 624-2615 or SpokaneFilmFestival.org Chefs’ Culinary Classic, The Davenport Hotel, (509) 232-8131 or CMNSpokane.org

February 2012 12 A Taste of Hope Benefit for The ISAAC Foundation, The Lincoln Center, (509) 499-1679 or

TheIsaacFoundation.org Spokane Visual Arts Tour, (509) 327-6622 or SpokaneArts.org Home & Yard Show, Spokane Fair & Expo Center, CusterShows.com

March 2012 Spring Arts & Crafts Show, Spokane Fair & Expo Center, CusterShows.com Wine and Gourmet Gala, Location TBA, (509) 434-5123 Shamrock Gala for Holy Family Hospital, Davenport Hotel, (509) 474-3081 or HolyFamilyFoundation.org NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball 1st Round, Spokane Arena, (509) 279-7000 or SpokaneArena.com NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball 2nd Round, Spokane Arena, (509) 279-7000 or SpokaneArena.com

April 2012 Festival of Wine & Flowers, St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, (509) 232-8131 or FestivalOfWineAndFlowers.com Spring Antique & Collectors Sale, Spokane Fair & Expo Center, CusterShows.com

Theatre & Entertainment Venues: Bing Crosby Theater, (509) 227-7638 or BingCrosbyTheater.com Blue Door Theatre, (509)747-7045 or BlueDoorTheatre.com Garland Theater, (509) 327-1050 or GarlandTheater.com Interplayers Theatre, (509) 455-7529 or Interplayers.com Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, (509) 624-1200 or MartinWoldsonTheater.com Magic Lantern Theatre of Spokane, (509) 209-2383 or MagicLanternSpokane.com Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, (509) 456-3931 or NorthwestMuseum.org Spokane Civic Theatre, (509) 325-2507 or SpokaneCivicTheatre.com Spokane Public Facilities: INB Performing Arts Center, (509) 279-7000 or INBPAC.com Spokane Arena, (509) 279-7000 or SpokaneArena.com Spokane Convention Center, (509) 279-7000 or SpokaneCenter.com

want to know more? For more information on events go to our online FSA Calendar of Events @ SpokaneSizzle.com

Please remember to contribute generously to Second Harvest Food Bank! Find out how you can help Spokane’s hungry by donating either food or funds and contact them at (509) 534-6678 or see the Web site at: SHFoodBank.org