Pan-Asian and wok-executed authentic Korean, Japanese, Chinese and Thai dishes are the emphasis of MoMo, a sushi bar, wok and grill opening soon in the home of the former Bonsai Bistro at 101 E. Sherman Ave.

“We’re mobilizing an incredible team for a foundation for success,” said Grace McNiel, co-owner with her husband, Scott, Jamie and Henry Son and Hyun Son. “My brother, Hyun, and I are second-generation Korean-Japanese-Americans. Within the walls of our home, we strictly adhered to the dynamic of Asian culture. Yet outside of that, we completely assimilated into American culture. Food was what brought everyone together. With this dynamic, we bring the best of both worlds to meet the palate of Coeur d’Alene.”

The full sushi menu features fresh fish flown in from Seattle, specialty selections, sauces and dressings made from scratch. The family has many years of experience with restaurants in Colorado.

“We’re mobilizing an incredible team from Colorado just to make sure we have a foundation for success,” Grace said. “They’re excited to come up here.”

An exact opening date has not been announced, but the owners say it is opening sometime this week.

The location has been updated with a modern color palette, updated lighting and custom glasswork. The stocked koi pond remains on the lower level. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Phone 208-966-4076. Check www.momocda.com.

Daanen’s Deli will be Radicci

After 25 years and 875,000 sandwiches, Mark and Irene Daanen are retiring from their Daanen’s Delicatessen restaurant businesses. They started in 1992 at Fourth and Prairie and then built their own building at 8049 Wayne Drive (north of Prairie) in Hayden.

The place will become Radicci, an Italian bistro with pasta, pizza, sandwiches, soups and salads. Owners Danny and Jen Morey plan to open in mid-February for lunch and dinner daily but closed Tuesdays.

Daanen’s will be closed today through Thursday and open 5-8 p.m. Friday for customer appreciation day and to meet the new owners. A inventory clearance and furnishings sale will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Phone 208-772-7371.

Curvy Girls Boutique opens on Seltice

High-end used, plus-size women’s clothing is offered at N.W. Curvy Girls Boutique now open in Suite 10 at 2700 E. Seltice Way in Post Falls.

“My vision for this store is a place where women can have fun while being comfortable when shopping,” said owner Carol Evans. “I have worked very hard to create this boutique for women with curves. We start at Size 14.”

The inventory include shoes, purses, jewelry and accessories. Employee Alisa Baughman also makes jewelry.

Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Phone 208-777-7119.

Hague Law expands at 401 Front Ave.

Adding space for an additional paralegal, a future attorney and a conference room, Hague Law is expanding from Suite 212 to Suite 208 at 401 Front Ave.

Hours for attorney Mike Hague and wife and office manager Lianne are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. He is a graduate of the University of Idaho and has been here three years, Phone 208-215-2400. Check www.haguelawoffices.com.

One unit with a lake view remains available in the building through Jim Valle at Parkwood Business Properties (www.parkwoodbusiness properties.com).

Now for the Tidbits

- Watch for news on the former Wiggett’s (Montgomery Ward) building at Lakeside and Fourth.

- Renovation is under way at the former Kelly’s Pub building at 726 N. Fourth St. Next spring it will be a breakfast-lunch eatery called Ten/6. Badass Backyard Brewing will be in Suite C at 317 E. Coeur d’Alene Ave. Pizza & Pretzels and Nail Lounge will open in Silver Lake Mall.

- Tomlinson-Sotheby’s Realty is expanding downtown.

- On Appleway watch for Firehouse Subs across from Winco. A second tenant is possible. ICCU will build a new place near Winco.

- Future new hotels include the Staybridge Suites under construction in Riverstone and a Fairfield Inn on Northwest Boulevard. The Shilo Inn on Appleway will change to Comfort Suites after a major remodel.

- Openings coming on Fourth Street include the Relic Moon offering piercing and body jewelry and the White Pine coffee place.

- T-Mobile will open soon in Suite F at 3134 E. Mullan Ave. in Post Falls. New construction off Mullan Avenue will be a Coachman Auto Body. And neighboring Kootenai Motors is moving to Hayden. Amerimart will open a gas station and convenience store at 7035 W. Seltice Way. Details soon.

- A new Asian eatery will be where the Kynrede Cafe was removed in Hayden. Watch for El Taco Loco off Canfield Avenue.

- Evidently closed businesses are Heritage Meats on Government Way and Prana Juice Bar & Eatery on West Sunset.

- The farm is used to produce produce.

- If tomatoes are technically a fruit, is ketchup a smoothie?

- A real headline: Cold wave linked to temperatures.

- What do we mean when we say “She’s awfully pretty.”

- Merry Christmas, everyone!

- Contact Nils Rosdahl at nrosdahl@cdapress.com.