Flavors Under the Big Sky

Flavors: Missouri River Outfitters and the Grand Union Hotel

The Upper Missouri River and the Grand Union Hotel flow with stories and flavor. Found in north Central Montana, Fort Benton is known as the birthplace of Montana, and is the oldest continuously occupied settlement in the Treasure State.

Flavors: The Kitchen Table at the Bozeman Public Library

Emily Otis, the Creative Labs Librarian at the Bozeman Public Library, brings people together at The Kitchen Table. In this space, food creates community.

Flavors: Chef Jarrett Wrisley Continues to Climb His Mountain

Jarrett Wrisley, co-owner of Shan in Bozeman, has been twice recognized by the James Beard Foundation. In 2024, he received a nod for Best New Restaurant as a semifinalist, advancing to the finalist list. Then this year, he made the semifinalist list for Best Chef: Mountain.

Flavors Moment: PLONK

Montana received 8 nominations for culinary excellence from the James Beard Foundation this year. Brett Evje and Michael Oschner are semifinalists for Outstanding Restaurateur from the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards. They have been recognized for their establishments: PLONK Bozeman and Missoula, JW Heist and Stockman’s Bar located on East Main Street in Bozeman.

Flavors: Tiny Forest Micro-Greens: Small But Mighty with Flavor and Flair

Tiny Forest Micro Greens in Billings grows small greens that deliver big flavor, freshness, and flair to a dish especially during this time of the year.