Eden McIsaac
Staff Writer There is a new restaurant in Idaho Falls named the Tchê (ch-ee) Brazilian Grill. The Tchê opened on September 20, 2023. The restaurant is located at 2394 East Sunnyside Road in Idaho Falls; it can seat around 220 people and is approximately 7,000 square feet. The restaurant's hours are Monday through Thursday from 4 to 9 pm and Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm. The Tchê restaurant is an all-you-can-eat style buffet that includes a variety of steak, chicken, pasta, and salad. They have a menu that contains drinks and a few desserts. Desserts as well as drinks are available at an added cost. One of the desserts is the Chocolate Brigadeiro Cake; it is a small round chocolate cake topped with a delicious caramel frosting. While the food aspects of the restaurant were rather impressive, the interior is just as stunning. There are many enormous paintings that accent the woodwork. It is a modern, open-concept, and peaceful restaurant. Several windows allow just the right amount of light to enter the building. The Tchê servers are some of the best that I have ever encountered. They always have smiles on their faces; they do their best to make you feel welcome. The service they provide is quite speedy. They check on you regularly to be sure you are enjoying the food and to see if you need anything else. My server was Naylea Ramirez; she decided to work at Tchê Brazilian Grill because she needed a job to pay her college tuition at BYU-I. While I was there, she was able to answer a few of my interview questions. I asked her what the work environment was like, and she responded, “people are really nice and the managers do their best to make everyone feel welcome and appreciated.” The last question I asked Ramirez was “What is one thing you would say about this restaurant,” and she responded, “This restaurant is very unique, there is no other restaurant like it.” Ramirez meant unique as the closest Brazilian grill is over four hours away, and Tchê is an eccentric dining option for Southeast Idaho. When at the restaurant, I had the privilege of interviewing one of the managers, Brett Rasmussen. Upon asking Rassmussen what inspired him to work at the restaurant, he revealed that he "[has] run restaurants for 20 years" before coming to work at Tchê. He "wanted to be able to manage the restaurant because it is the first franchise of Tchê Brazilian Grill in the world." According to Rasmussen, people should visit Tchê because “It is a one of a kind restaurant that gives people a chance to experience something new.” I felt quite honored to have interviewed Rasmussen, he helped me feel welcomed and comfortable. The managers and servers always do their best to make you feel welcome and the food is unlike anything I have ever tasted. It is definitely worthwhile to go to Tchê Brazilian Grill.
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Staff Writer The Hunger Game movie that I went to see and watch. It was the greatest movie I have ever seen. I was very excited to watch the movie; the first time I saw the earlier movies. The movie was called The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. The movie cast was extremely talented. The actor who played Lucy Gray had the best voice, when she sang the song, “Nothing You Can Take From Me.” She was in a little bar in District 12 where she was originally from. Lucy sings one of the songs that is from the other Hunger Games, the original one. She sings “The Hanging Tree,” and she does an excellent job on her singing when she sings that part in the movie. Tigris is Snow's cousin that lived with her grandmother and Snow Dr. Volumnia Gaul was the ruler of the Hunger Games, and she was the one that sent off the snake at the end of the game and that is why Snow cheated. He put a cloth that had Lucy’s tears on it and the snakes that Dr. Volumnia had and if they had your scent they would not hurt you, they would love on you and just wrap around your arm. Dr. Volumnia was extremely evil to Snow, and that is why he started to become the President Snow known in the earlier movies. Sejanus Plinth was Snow’s best friend, and he left, and he got kicked out of the first game because he lost his patience on first practice. Plinth was the one who got hurt and ran off. First, they found him and the person killed him in the game. After that, Sejanus left and went to a different district and Snow left because he cheated. Sejanus met up with Snow at a different district and when they got to District 12 district area is “responsible segment of Panem, and economy together, they stay together,” Sejanus was acting weird towards Snow and talking to dangerous people because he felt such as Sejanus was not safe with them anywhere he went, and he was getting into fight with as well So Snow did not trust him therefore Sejanus dies because he did not trust him because he lied to Snow and was saying that he was not helping the Lucy Gray ex-boyfriend however he was actually though, and first they have a tree that they hung theme by and killed them because they lied to everyone or killed someone would die because of Snow. Emory Anderson
Staff Writer Bluey is a television show with three seasons centered around six-year-old Blue Heeler puppy named Bluey who lives with her mum, dad, and her little sister, Bingo. Bluey and Bingo have so many adventures with their friends Chloe, Lucky, Honey, Pom-Pom, and more. Bluey can be watched on Disney+ and Prime Video by anyone regardless of age, and there are a variety of relatable story lines and points of conflict.. The cartoon was created by Joe Brumm, an Australian animator, who based the show around his experiences while raising his two daughters. The show has been known to encourage parents to channel their inner child and participate in imaginative play with their children. In the season two episode titled “Seesaw,” Bluey, Bingo, Pom Pom, and Mum are all playing a clothes-washing game where they pretend to be unfolded laundry flying in the wind. During their game, Pom Pom finds that it is too hard participating in the game due to her size. She then runs to her mom feeling sad that she can not play the game. Bluey and Bingo decide to play a different game, seesaws, in which their dad sits on the end of a teeter-totter and does not move. Bluey and her sister try everything that they can think of: complaining to their mum, getting their friends to weigh it down, but nothing works. After getting all the friends that they can on to the seesaw, Bluey and friends remember that Pom Pom is still at the park. They ask for her help, and Pom-Pom agrees. They are finally able to get the seesaw to have more weight on their side. Bluey and Bingo get their dad to fall off and get to continue having an enjoyable time with their friends. Dad falling off of the seesaw was the funniest thing in the episode. Even when it feels that there is an infeasible problem, it is not as long as you have your friends. Bluey is one of those shows that allows the viewer to either binge a bunch or throw on an episode or two and still be very enjoyable. One of the many reasons to watch Bluey is that many people can relate to it, and it portrays how parents can engage in imaginative games with their kids. Parents can also learn a lot from this show. For example, parents can learn how to appeal to kids. Some watch the show because one of their friends recommended it or they have a kid who enjoys it or maybe even a niece or nephew that watches it when visiting. Overall, Bluey is a family-friendly show that can appeal to many, if not all different age groups, and gives people a wholesome laugh. Roman Davis Staff Writer Right when COVID hit, a lot of people’s day-to-day activities were limited; everyone getting used to no contact delivery or curbside pickup which limited exposure to people and new experiences. After the pandemic settled down, I got to go to a food truck on S 25th Street located next to Soda Tsunami: The Corndog Company. Upon parking and going up to the food truck, I was met with one of the workers at the window, who took my order with a smile. The company’s menu is placed next to the side of the truck on a stand, showing their prices and what the dishes are. I ordered an "Epic" Corn Dog and an order of their homemade kettle chips and after paying, it only took about five minutes to come out. I spent those few minutes walking over to the Soda Tsunami next door and ordered a 20 oz "Cocoberry" Bubble Tea. After getting my drink and corn dog, I went back to the car and dug into the food. The corn dog was pretty sizable and really savoury, going along nicely with the warm and lightly salted kettle chips. The kettle chips were made from scratch, taking about five minutes to make and lightly coated in chunky sea salt making all three items a wonderful combo. The “Cocoberry” Bubble Tea was a coconut and strawberry flavoured milk tea with bursting strawberry boba, which added a pleasant, sugary taste to go along with the freshly made corn dog and kettle chips. The bubble tea paired with them, adding sweetness to the already savoury and salty meal, tying it all together to make a filling dish. To many people food trucks are new or something everyone was not allowed to experience. Now with potential quarantine lifted, these experiences that once were banned are now open to us. Instead of going to a restaurant, getting fast food, or having someone doordash some food, go try The Corndog Company and Soda Tsunami and get out of the living space for a little bit. Kimmie Barnes
Co-Editor Located on Pancheri Drive, a couple doors down from Pick Me Up, there is a seemingly out-of-place Mexican restaurant that recently opened its doors. Revolution Burrito is one of the newest restaurant additions to the Idaho Falls area, but are the burritos really revolutionary? At first glance, the establishment is a bright and open space despite the lobby being on the smaller side with just a few tables and a bar seat facing the window. Upon arrival, a staff member is there to greet customers and begin taking orders quickly. The restaurant is set up in a way that food is ordered at the register, then the rest of the crew begins making the food. This setup allows fast and efficient food production, which is a goal Revolution Burrito focuses on. In addition to the main lobby and dining area, they also have a drive-thru. Revolution Burrito offers a few different build-your-own meals including burritos, salads, and bowls. The meals begin by first choosing a protein, with several options to choose from: chicken adobo, mojo pork carnitas, steak, or fajita veggies and guacamole. Second, the addition of various add-ons such as cilantro-lime white rice, black or pinto beans, a variety of salsa, and cilantro-tomatillo ranch is available. Extra toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, and lettuce. Their side options come in regular and large sizes and consist of chips with either queso, guac, or salsa. They offer Coke products, water, apple juice, and chocolate milk. Revolution Burrito also offers a kids’ quesadilla with the choice of milk, apple juice, or a mini fountain drink. At Revolution Burrito, I had a burrito with chicken adobo (recommended by the staff), cilantro-lime rice, black beans, sour cream, cheese, lettuce, and cilantro-tomatillo ranch with a side of chips and queso. The size of the burrito was nothing too spectacular, but the flavor of the chicken adobo sauce helped compensate for the average size. The chicken adobo had more of a spicy taste, but when combined with the rice, beans, and ranch, there was a satisfying blend of flavors. Overall the burrito was quite enjoyable, and the only critique is the sauce was a bit liquidy and messy. The chips and queso were the perfect addition to the burrito. A large bag of freshly made chips salted and covered with lime juice and a white queso with cilantro and diced tomatoes greatly complimented each other. The lobby was a spacious dining area filled with bright, inviting light. The tables were placed far enough apart that it was not cramped. The line made ordering and picking food up virtually effortless. The answer to whether Revolution Burrito has revolutionary burritos is both yes and no. This restaurant is a fresh start and the beginning of something new, but the burritos do not necessarily have a life changing wow factor that sets them apart. Revolution Burrito is an establishment with quality food along with fast and friendly service; they are burritos definitely worth trying. Griffin Moeller
Co-Editor Just six minutes of screen time and four lines of dialogue were devoted to the bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy before he met his supposed end near the start of Return of the Jedi. Despite his negligible part in the films, the silent gunslinger gained a cult following in the years following his debut. Although a younger version of the character has appeared in Attack of the Clones and the computer-animated series The Clone Wars, Fett was confirmed to have survived in the second season of The Mandalorian, thus opening the door for more stories. One year has passed and his own spin-off series has just concluded. Did The Book of Boba Fett stick the landing? Even though he has been a member of the Star Wars family since 2002, actor Temuera Morrison is relatively new to the role of Fett, having played the character’s father Jango in the past. He is joined by actress Ming-Na Wen’s character Fennec Shand as they struggle to maintain a grip on the desert world of Tatooine. From the beginning, the audience must grapple their attention on a present-day storyline in which Fett is in charge and a series of flashbacks set five years ago, after Fett escaped his demise in Return of the Jedi. While not much progress is made in the present-day plot throughout the first half of the season, fans have praised the memory sequences for their rich storytelling and offering a different perspective on certain aspects of the saga. However, these flashbacks are short-lived, as the fifth and sixth episodes divert attention away from the titular character and focus on Luke Skywalker, Grogu, and Din Djarin, better known as the Mandalorian. While their involvement is exciting to watch, the shift in attention feels jarring for a series whose main character is so beloved. Despite his minimal role in the penultimate episodes, the finale was able to satisfyingly wrap up Fett’s story. Though the series had its ups and downs, there are many fans who enjoyed The Book of Boba Fett despite its flaws, such as Tietjen Kidd. Bonneville High School junior and Star Wars fan, Kidd expressed his enjoyment of the series in an interview. He was asked whether he preferred Boba Fett or Din Djarin, to which he replied, “Oh, Boba Fett! Boba could kick Din’s butt.” Kidd has a positive outlook on the future potential of the series and hopes to see more bounty hunters appear in future seasons. While it is unknown if a second season is in development, The Book of Boba Fett marks a unique moment in the Star Wars franchise: a moment that seems less keen on attending to its main character and would rather celebrate all the stories that preceded it. Eric Perez
Staff Writer The Marvel Cinematic Universe, being as crazy as it is, has a new movie to add to the ever-long line up. Spider-Man: No Way Home is a cinematic masterpiece, with an amazing casting, and a phenomenal screenplay. Spider-Man has audiences around the world in awe. Jon Watts, the director for the majority of the Marvel movies and shows, has made a movie that both old and new fans of Spider-Man can enjoy in many different ways. With an outstanding cast of characters and phenomenal filming, the new Spider-Man movie will make people want more from the story of the friendly neighborhood web slinger. With a budget of 200 million dollars, and a high demand from fans, the movie has already made 1.37 billion dollars, breaking records that do not seem to be stopping. With only being the third movie with Tom Holland as Spider-Man, there is speculation if he will have another movie.. Watching this movie in theaters is a must. The experience of the big screen makes this movie just that much better. Spider-Man: No Way Home also has some popular names in the movie: Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, Jamie Foxx, JK Simmons, Jon Favreau, and the list goes on. We see some of the old cast like Tom Holland and Zendaya, Marisa Tomei, and Jacob Batalon making their comeback. A select couple of students were interviewed on their thoughts on the movie. One of those students was a junior, Cooper Dahlberg. His opinion was very positive, on a scale from 1-10 he appointed it an 8. His favorite Spider-Man out of the three was Andrew Garfield, who played spiderman after Tobey Maguire's series. His movies really changed a large amount of what Spider-Man does. Dahlberg liked the older movies better than the newer ones, but still enjoyed "No Way Home". Another student interviewed was junior Teagan Law. He was asked the same questions and had very good answers. He rated the movie an 8-10 as well. His favorite Spider-Man was Tobey Maguire who was the first actor to play Spider-Man, but he did not like his story. He was asked who his favorite superhero was, Spider-Man or Captain America. Spider-Man: No Way Home is a highly rated movie, it is a great movie for old fans of the movies and the new. Griffin Moeller
Copy Editor Some films are produced without the intention of creating an enjoyable theater-specific experience, but instead for home viewing. Denis Villeneuve’s Dune, on the other hand, seems to be the exact reason theaters were created. Based on Frank Herbert’s acclaimed book series, Dune, titled onscreen as Dune: Part One, is a modern-day cinematic epic that tells a simple yet substantial story. The original book is regarded as one of the most influential science fiction novels of all time, providing inspiration to Star Wars, Star Trek, and various other works. When Legendary Entertainment acquired the rights to Herbert’s works after David Lynch’s poorly received film adaptation in 1984, the studio decided to split the project into two chapters. The sequel officially received the green-light days after Dune’s release, as the studio had wished to see the critical reception of the first film before a deal was solidified. Since the novel has had a mixed history of adaptations, a coherent story and an all-star cast is required to make it successful, both of which are present in the 2021 picture. The movie follows Paul Atreides, played by Timothée Chalamet, as he and his family are assigned by the Galactic Emperor to take control of the harsh desert world of Arrakis. However, a series of mysterious visions and political intrigue bring the planet close to another formidable force that threatens Paul and House Atreides. Other cast members include Oscar Isaac as Duke Leto Atreides, Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica, Zendaya as Chani, Jason Momoa as Duncan Idaho, Josh Brolin as Gurney Halleck, and Stellan Skarsgård as the terrifying Baron of Harkonnen. The high-quality cast is complemented by the captivating tale being told. In an age of extreme film criticism, the cast and plot were both vital factors in the movie’s success, as well as maintaining a fan’s perception of the original story. While the film’s ensemble cast and narrative is entertaining, an audience member’s biggest takeaway from Dune is bound to be its visuals. Villeneuve’s impressive utilization of cinematography and scope can only be properly experienced on the big screen, as the imagery and camerawork is commonly used to express the sheer size of the monstrous dune worms, massive starships, and vast desert landscapes. Dune is a visually beautiful movie that allows movie theaters to unleash their full potential. Villeneuve’s 2021 adaptation of Dune is not just an enthralling or visually stunning film. It is a love letter to Frank Herbert’s original work that introduces the tale to a new generation of moviegoers. Audiences will peruse and appreciate the movie they have been given as they await the release of Dune: Part Two in 2023. Caleb Phethean
Staff Writer After many years another authentic Japanese restaurant is coming to Idaho Falls, in a slowly growing chain of restaurants. If anyone wants to try some, head over to Hokkaido ramen house, a four star restaurant, located at Snake River Landing; this amazingly cozy restaurant is a mix of pure, authentic Japanese culture with a hint of café. When entering the restaurant, the aroma of chicken, beef, and other savory scents that greet customers are just delicious. While waiting to be seated, fantastic art of dragons and historical Japanese warriors span the restaurant and there is also ramen majestically placed across their beautiful walls as art pieces. When deciding what to drink, guests have the option of bubbly Ramune also known as marble soda, boba or bubble tea, and Coke products, while on the same side of the menu, look at the delicious appetizers ranging from gyoza to crab rangoons and more. As the server is retrieving the appetizers and drinks, flip the menu over to look at all of the delicious ramen which varies from a classic chicken flavor “The Chicken Little,” the savory, spicy ramen “The Hotness,” and the delectable veggie ramen “The Vegeta-bowl Ramen.” While there are more strong and rich flavors, these are just some of the popular ones they serve. The restaurant is amazingly cozy, the staff is incredibly welcoming, the variety of drinks and appetizers is amazing, and the different types of ramen adds to the authenticity. Customers should go in the evening, as it makes the restaurant more peaceful, calm, and before any panic sets in. This restaurant is not outrageously expensive like other Japanese restaurants, so customers have no need to spend hundreds of dollars. Whether it is for date night, prom night, or just a casual lunch or dinner, come on over to Hokkaido ramen house. Hokkaido can be found at 901 Pier View Dr., Idaho Falls, or find them on Doordash quick warning however, it is not available until 4:30. Hokkaido ramen house is open from 11:30 AM - 8:PM on Sundays, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM then reopens at 4:30-8:30 PM on Monday through Saturday. Makenna Goertzen, Charly Dixon
Staff Writers Drink shops have popped up all around Idaho Falls, although one unique place stands out from the crowd. Betty’s Boba is a bubble tea and waffle truck located on 1st street near Planet Doom. It is owned and operated by Shaunna Becker, Collin Becker, Abigail Freeman, and others. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Betty’s Boba offers a unique and delicious experience of bubble tea and Thai-inspired food. The Bonneville Buzz were incredibly lucky to interview Shaunna and Collin Becker and know more about this small family business. 28-year-old Collin Becker was the primary influence for opening a boba truck. Collin explained how he found his desire to bring boba to Idaho Falls. “I was sitting at a Thai restaurant three years ago; people were coming in, and they were just getting bobas… I thought that’s something I need to fill, have a mobile place where you can get food but dedicated to boba.” With his mother, Shuanna Becker’s financial support, Collin learned how to make boba, researched the electrical aspects of a food truck, and eventually built their trailer. Collin installed almost everything in the trailer. Without his dedication and help from his family, his dream of opening a boba truck may not have been feasible. Abigail Freeman, daughter of Shaunna Becker, designed the catchy name Betty’s Boba to appeal to younger generations. More importantly, the title references their family dog nicknamed “Betty,” who fell ill with Canine Parvovirus as a young puppy and nearly passed from it. Shaunna stated how the name is genuinely sentimental, “We almost lost her [when she was a puppy], so she’s become something really special to us.” The meaning behind the name truly adds sentiment to this business. Shaunna described how for a long time, it was just her and her children at home. She has been a single mom for 12 years and has worked with special needs individuals for 14 years. She even adopted special needs children. However, She decided to do something different when her kids brought up opening a boba truck. She hopped onto the idea and assisted her kids through every step. She stated that she has had many great experiences and wants to support her kids the best way she can. From experience, this is an exceptional place to visit and hang out. The owners are incredibly kind and genuinely motivated. They are trying their best to get this business up and running. The boba and food are delicious and a great way to try something new. We will be revisiting them. When looking for an enjoyable and unique place to grab a drink or snack, The Buzz wholeheartedly recommends Betty’s Boba. |
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