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As the Fall and Winter months are drawing near, Totally Boise knows how important it is to stay in touch with your own mental health. It is clinically proven that the darker months, stress of the holidays, and other outside influences can increase your stress, anxiety, and depression. Taking a day for self-care is vital in beating the mental blues away and the following four Idaho businesses are here to help you have the ultimate YOU day! In addition, local grief and mental health influence...
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According to Josh Cormier, a local Treasure Valley realtor, finishing real estate school doesn’t necessarily mean you are fully prepared to sell a home. Here’s the scenario that happens all too often; you get out of real estate school, not entirely prepared to take on the many tasks that come with working in real estate. You find a brokerage, and from there, it’s on you to make a deal.In an effort to avoid the stress of being forced to learn the real estate field on your own, W...
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Long-awaited Coa De Jima restaurant and bar officially has an opening date! Sister company to Boise staple Barbacoa, Coa De Jima is slated to open Thursday, September 23rd, 2021, and will focus on creating upscale authentic Mexican cuisine.
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Inspired by the karaoke styles of Japan, Voicebox is Boise’s only private suite karaoke bar. When you walk through the front doors, you feel transported into another world. Their friendly staff greet you with a “hello” from behind the fully stocked bar and lead you to a private singing suite. With eight fully equipped and expertly soundproofed suites, Voicebox karaoke pulled out all the stops on making this singing experience the best you’ll ever have.They have a seemingl...
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We’ve all had a moment where we are looking to have a nice evening or picnic with a perfect pairing of wine and cheese. The art of knowing which cheeses pair with particular wines seems to be limited to trained professionals. The team at Dairy West knew that there had to be a way to educate curious foodies. They came together to create Unbottled and the Unbottled Matchmaker, a free dairy and wine-cheese pairing website software that seeks to educate Idahoans on local dairy. We can agree th...
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A comment heard continuously in the City of Trees is about just how nice Idahoans are. With our simple yet urban downtown, hiking trails and camping spots less than 15 minutes away, and farmland still within the city limits, the Treasure Valley has maintained its small-town charm.
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Oh, brunch. That magical meal between breakfast and lunch that merges concoctions of life-giving dishes. If there was a blanket statement that could be made about Idahoans it's that we love to hike, we are french fry aficionados, and we LOVE brunch.
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Shapes Fitness For Women is a national franchise that has been operating for the last 26 years. When looking for a new venture to bring to the Treasure Valley, one local Idaho family knew they wanted to extend the Shapes brand to Meridian. Craig, a father of many daughters, and in turn, granddaughters, read the Shapes mission statement and wanted to become a part of an organization that could help in the creation of a safe space for women to focus on their personal fitness goals. His own daughte...
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In the Treasure Valley, quality food trucks are popping up just about every week it seems. As these numbers grow, three food truck hubs have been established in Boise. These hubs are a means to provide the neighborhoods where they are permanently set with rotating access to these culinary experiences. Another exciting feature of the food truck hub is that you can often find new musicians, artists, and yoga classes being hosted there.Food Trucks at HillsideLocated in the parking lot at the corner...
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My relationship with chicken is...complicated. As a child, when my mother went back to work, and my father was suddenly the chef for two young children, easy pan-fried chicken breasts and boiled vegetables became a nightly staple in my childhood. Once I was old enough to control my own diet it took years for the chicken to enter my grocery list or even culinary interests.But everything changed after I ate a crispy chicken sandwich on a curious whim a few years ago. Now, I can’t get enough ...
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Without hesitation, what's your go-to wine? That's how Owner and Tour Guide of Snake River Wine Tours, Samantha Maxey, likes to break the ice with her tour groups prior to wine tasting festivities! Idaho is home to 60 wineries, and the heart of Caldwell, known as Sunnyslope Wine Trail has 17 wineries and vineyards. Totally Boise recently had the luxury of taking a tour with Sam, where she shuttled us to four of her go-to wineries. Not only did Sam pamper us throughout the day, but she ma...
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the City of Boise has recognized the brave, heartfelt, and selfless heroism that occurs every day in the Boise community. The city has now called for nominations for individuals you feel have captured this social service without skipping a beat.The practice of recognizing heroes become popular at the onset of the global pandemic. As our community was facing challenges unlike anything we had ever seen before, many people stepped up to help make sure others were...
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B.L.T.’s (bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches) have always been a staple in my life. Their simple, yet particularly comforting flavors are something my mother and I enjoyed together since I was a child. The crisp crunch of fresh lettuce, the juices of a ripe tomato, salty bacon, creamy real mayonnaise, and tangy sourdough cast me into a Ratatouille-esque moment. Whether packed for road trips or enjoyed at a diner over lunch, they’re a meal I can order and know I’ll feel energ...
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Earlier this year, the State Street Kitchen and Drinkery opened for business in the recently shuttered location of the Dutch Goose. Now open for business, the neighborhood pub has space for artists to come to show off their work. The owners are looking to create the same rotating beauty of the Freak Alley art gallery in downtown Boise.Using their beautiful yard space, which has a large sprawling fence, the restaurant has a canvas ready for artists. But if you’re wondering about what exactl...
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Nothing makes me hoppier than a nice cold IPA. Boise is home to an abundance of craft breweries who spoil us with delicious beers, including IPA's. Short for India Pale Ale, the delicious craft beer is known for it's hop forward notes and a tendency to be on the stronger side. We asked the Treasure Valley what some of their favorite IPA's were to indulge in — here are some of the favorites!Boise Craft Beer IPA's:Barbarian Brewing Space Wolf | ABV: 6% | IBU: 30 Dank Juice | ...
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