Boise may be an up-and-coming town, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have a wealth of cultural history that dates back to well before the population boom of the last two decades. Boise OG, a locally owned and operated sibling duo company, specializes in the creation of merchandise that captures the hilarity of what makes Boise so special.Their designs have showcased Boise businesses that have come and gone, bits of Boise trivia, and catchphrases or shared experiences that anyone who&rs...
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The journey to effective dental health begins as a small child. There is a common misconception about how important baby teeth are since most children lose them early in life. But many habits can be formed early on in life that can permanently affect your child’s dental health for the rest of their lives.Dentistry for Children is a Boise pediatric dental office that is frequently asked these questions and is always excited to share what they know with other curious parents. Their goal is t...
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Tis' the season to enjoy a holiday cocktail! The winter weather is in full swing, meaning it's time to find your new signature cocktail to enjoy by a warm fire. We've gathered the best cocktails around town for you to try this holiday season.Press and PonyHot Buttered RumIngredients: Grandma Lineberger's Hot Butter Rum Batter, Aged Jamaican Rum, Topped with House Vanilla Whip, and NutmegKnown for its adventurous and outlandish cocktails, Press and Pony's low light vintage amb...
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In 2007 Nampa, Idaho local Kenton Lee was volunteering at an orphanage in Kenya, Africa. While walking alongside children down a dirt road, he noticed a serious and unfortunately pervasive problem amongst the community — most of the children were wearing shoes that were far too small, too big, or worn down beyond repair. Fast forward to 2012, the first Because International prototype shoe was created.
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For over 20 years, the team at Sunshine Landscape has been creating some of the Treasure Valley’s most recognizable landscaping. Specializing in managing landscapes for clients like Zions Bank, St. Lukes, and several suburban communities in the area. With their focus primarily on commercial jobs, from conception to construction, maintenance and renewal, they enrich the Treasure Valley with quality landscaping. Not only are they licensed public works contractors through the State of Idaho, ...
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If you’ve lived in the Treasure Valley since 2018, you may have been familiar with the Urban Ascent climbing gym in downtown Boise. The owners, employees, and climbers of that gym came together after its closure with a new goal in mind. They created a bigger and better climbing gym! Complete with bouldering, top-rope, lead climbing, and dedicated training space, a full-service gym, plenty of yoga, community events, kids classes, and a competitive climbing team, in one whole place that will...
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Ever fantasized of owning a brewery, but then stop and think about all the time, effort, and well, the whole beer-making part? Located downtown, Boise Brewing is giving patrons an opportunity to own a stake in their organization! The perfect holiday gift or even a gift to yourself, becoming an owner comes with the perks and gratification of being a part of the iconic Boise Brewing community.Opening its doors to the public in 2014, Boise Brewing crafted the idea early on of being a community-led ...
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Calling all cigar and wine lovers and anyone else who loves live music and patio vibes. Sturman's Wine & Cigar Lounge in Garden City has everything you could ever want in a lounge. And the best part? They have the largest year-round outdoor patio!The 3,000 sq. ft. space is equipped with firepits, commercial-sized heaters, and a year-round covered area. In the winter, the entire backyard is suited with heavy-duty tents while maintaining its open concept.The name Sturman's may sound fa...
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Spotlight Real Estate and Solitude Homes know how important it is for responsible and affordable housing to be at the forefront of the housing market conversation. For years, they have been one of the Treasure Valley’s greatest resources for new homeowners, people looking to build their own homes, and those who are motivated to help ease the Treasure Valley housing crisis.At its core, the housing business-duo shared with us what elements have led to the Treasure Valley’s rapid and hi...
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The holiday season is among us, and we can all admit the stress that can come with holiday shopping. This year, we're here to make it just a little bit easier. With the help of the newly local and sustainable skincare line, SkinOwl, we've put together a shopping guide for those we can sometimes consider the hardest to shop for.SkinOwl landed in Boise, opening their first brick-and-mortar storefront in Bown Crossing in the spring of 2021. Since day one, SkinOwl has made it their initiativ...
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This one’s for all you dairy lovers out there! The holiday season is here which means lots of gatherings with friends, family, and a plethora of delicious dishes. If you’re looking for new ways to use that ingredient you love the most, dairy, the team at Unbottled has shared their top five holiday recipes.What’s also great about all of these recipes is that they can use ingredients from local dairy farmers in Idaho, Utah, and the Pacific Northwest.Dairy West, the creators of Un...
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Located at Eagle Island State Park, Gateway Parks is the perfect spot for all-day tubing. The snow is falling daily at Gateway Parks and every day you can bomb down one of their five professionally groomed tubing hills. Rain or shine, you can enjoy the slopes, but there’s so much more happening at Gateway Parks this winter. Keep reading to see what Gateway Parks has in store for the 2021/22 tubing season! First Step: Make a Reservation Gateway Parks thrives on reservations. This...
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While the weather outside may be frightful, Lemon Tree Co. in Boise's artisan sandwiches are delightful! Lemon Tree Co. makes ordering and picking up food during the winter super easy and stress-free! Whether you are looking for an excuse to leave the house in the cold winter months or stay in, Lemon Tree Co. has got you covered with its seamless ordering process and inclusive food for all types of dietary limitations.Lemon Tree Co. Food Pickup and DeliveryLemon Tree Co. has created an app f...
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A short 16.5-mile drive from Boise, the non-profit Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is officially open and ready for another epic snow season! One of Boise's top year-round destinations, Bogus Basin is a winter hot spot for Idahoans and visitors.Here's some inspiration on how you can spend the day at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area.Visit One Of The Three Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area Drink and Food SpotsIt's no surprise that when you think of winter in Boise, you go s...
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When the Idaho snow starts to fall, it’s time to break out the skis, snowboards, sleds, and more. Locally owned and operated sporting goods store, Play It Again Sports, has been Boise and Nampa’s resource for well-priced new and used gear for 20 years. But if you’re unfamiliar with the Play It Again shop, there may be a few burning questions you have. Like, how they operate, what gear you might find, or how you can make money selling your old sports equipment.Frequently Asked Q...
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