Distinctly Montana Magazine

JOHN BOZEMAN’S BISTRO Way back in the pioneer days of John Bozeman’s Bistro, owner and chef, Tyler Hill, decided to throw his very own Wild Game and Forage Feast. The rules: The food had to be hunted or home-grown; when mealtime came, the mystery meats were to be a surprise, a culinary “don’t ask, don’t tell.” The result? A carnivore’s cornucopia, from bear haunch and moose chili to smoked whitefish and bobcat cacciatore (meaning “hunter-style”in Italian). There was even a “tastes like chicken” rattlesnake Tyler rock- beaned while fly-fishing earlier that week. Other dishes included soups, stews, grills and Dutch ovens of hare, fowl, antelope, elk and deer, homemade jellies of juneberry and chokecherry, and a collection of chanterelles and morels collected by “Dangerous Dan ”(again, don’t ask). Even the libations flowed by the rules, as home- made beer and wine soon washed away doubting palates, but not memories, of Chef Tyler’s best Montana party ever. For bobcat cacciatore and other Montana delicacies, hasten to John Bozeman’s Bistro. Tyler Hill BEAUTIFUL WEDDINGS One of my favorite memories from this past year is when I worked with two sisters getting married in the same year. I asked the women to de- scribe their experience with our bridal boutique and this is what they said. “Beautiful Weddings in Missoula created special and memorable events for both of us. When two sisters have weddings six months apart, life can be somewhat stressful especially when we were at a loss about where to buy a wedding dress.We looked everywhere and were not happy until we found Beautiful Weddings. Doreen Breza, the owner, made us feel like we were her number one priority whenever we stepped into her shop. She helped us not only select both of our dresses but also helped us choose each accessory—from shoes to tiara. She helped with the mother of the bride’s dress as well as the bridesmaids’ and took care of our alterations right in the shop. Our dream weddings became a wonderful reality.” Doreen Breza Beautiful Weddings • 101 W. Railroad • Missoula (406) 549-9060 • www.beautifulweddingsbridal.com BAXTER HOTEL Deciding on the best party we’ve ever had at The Baxter was not an easy task. We’ve hosted elegant weddings, intriguing art shows, glamorous fundraisers and so much more. When it came to decision time, however, we kept going back to a winter wedding that was the epitome of tradition, elegance, and class. Nicholas and Nicole said their vows in the ballroom of The Baxter under soft light- ing and a beautiful archway. The maple hardwood floors, long white drapes, arched windows, and warm smiles served as the perfect backdrop. The room quickly trans- formed from a ceremony to a bustling reception with flaw- less food from Ted’s Montana Grill and service organized by Carrie Seyfert from Bitterroot Events and Concierge. From the centerpieces to the desserts the attention to detail was incredible, the results breathtaking. The Baxter has a variety of options for any event. The Baxter Hotel • 105 W. Main Street • Bozeman (406) 582-1000 • www.thebaxterhotel.com Pam Butterworth 44 DISTINCTLY MONTANA • SPRING 2011 John Bozeman’s Bistro • 125 W. Main Street • Bozeman • (406) 587-4100 • www.johnbozemanbistro.com

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