I put it in my head that for this edition of A Bistro A Day, I had to find a Bistro, a Wine Bar with a Literary Bent.
I was about to give up when I found Crush Wine Bar in small town Whitefish, Montana.
No combination bookstore-wine bar here though I know there are some places that fit that profile.
No website that I know of either but a Crush Wine Bar Facebook page.
Here's what they stand for (in their own words):
specializing in an eclectic selection of fun affordable wines,
handcrafted and specialty beers with a lounge like atmosphere featuring
great music, desserts and appetizers."
Where's the book connection?
In collaboration with the Whitefish Review, a local literary magazine, Crush Wine Bar hosts readings and other events.
The latest was with a book release 'party' with Jon Turk for "The Raven's Gift: A Scientist, a Shaman and Their
Remarkable Journey Through the Siberian Wilderness" (St. Martin's Press) on January 19.
On March 25 (6 to 8 PM) they have a "Great night of darts!! Wine Tasting: $15 for apps, desserts and wines
from Washington state!"
Not a bad way to spend the evening.
Moving to Montana Soon?! Darts, Wine and Writers for A Bistro A Day on March 23.