On Thursday, October 23rd, the food-lovers of North Idaho gathered at the Hagadone EventCenter in Coeur d’Alene for the 5th annual Chef Challenge, hosted by nonprofit CDAIDE. Theevent brought together six of the region’s top rising culinary talents in a high-energy head-to-head cooking competition — all to raise…

There’s something special about Sunday Supper at Vine & Olive — that cozy, come-as-you-arefeeling paired with the sparkle of a chilled glass of Champagne. This weekend, we’re turning up the comfort with a perfect pairing: Fried Chicken &Champagne only $16 each. Sundays only through November 23. Our Chef CJ whipped up a…

A before-dinner drink (known as an apéritif in France and an aperitivo in Italy) can help set the mood for a meal. An after-dinner drink (a digestif or a digestivo) is intended to aid digestion and extend the evening. Nonalcoholic beverages (aka mocktails) also can add to conviviality. Drinks are…