Like every other contender on this list, the owners of Fork—Cameron and Amanda Lumsden—made a commitment to source their key ingredients from neighboring farmers, ranchers, bakers, brewers, cheese makers, etc. However, Cameron and Amanda made an actual “Loyal to Local” pledge. MORE

Enjoy Easter brunch on the patio of this locally-loved downtown Boise restaurant. With a regionally foraged menu and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, it’s a must. MORE

If there are two things Idahoans absolutely love, it’s the great outdoors and incredible food, served with just a touch of hometown goodness. But we know how to eat outside the box as well! MORE

Boise may not be a typical vacation destination, and most may not know much about the city except that it’s the capital of Idaho, or that the football field has blue turf. However, there’s a lot more to Boise than you may realize. MORE

When visiting a city for the first time, it’s all about finding a landmark, an easily recognizable building or avenue to help you get around. In Boise, I toyed with the idea of the regal Capitol Building, with its striking green swirled marble interior, but quickly chose 8th Street. MORE