A couple of months ago, my dad and I decided we were going to meet up in Denver for Father’s Day to go to a Rockie’s game, drink some whiskey (him) and champagne (me) and eat a lot of good food. As we started making our plans, I realized how close to Aspen I was…
Rotie Cellars Paella Wine Dinner with Jim German
Last evening, I had the esteemed pleasure of being a guest at Rotie Cellar’s Paella Dinner with Jim German. If you don’t know, Jim is a bit of a legend in Seattle; he worked behind the bar for many years at many notable restaurants such as Cafe Campagna, Il Bistro, and Place Pigalle. (His time…
Farm Hopping in the Skagit Valley is the Ultimate Summer Activity
If you’ve been following the blog or my social media for a while, you probably already know how much Marcus and I love the Skagit Valley. It’s a magical place rich in agriculture and natural beauty, just a short hourish or so drive north of Seattle. This region is teeming with farms and roadside farm…
A Running List of the Best Places to Eat in Walla Walla (from a Local)
We have been in Walla Walla for almost a year now (really?! has it been that long?) and we’ve done our best to eat our way through this little wine town in the southeastern corner of Washington. COVID didn’t make it easy, but we’ve managed to dine almost everywhere and we’ve documented almost all of…
Walla Walla Has a Wine For That
Sometimes wine tasting can be overwhelming. You return home from a weekend in wine country with a dozen different bottles that you’re sure you loved, but wait – what did I buy that one for again? Enter The Walla Walla 12! This latest promotion from Walla Walla Valley Wine helps you mark your bottles for…
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Things I’ll Be Eating in Seattle for the Rest of Summer
All the Salmon Sushi at Nijo Fresh Berries from Pike Place Market The Little Summer Heirloom Panzanella Salad at Von's 1000Spirits Fresh Dungeness Crab and Sparkling Rosé at Place Pigalle Oysters & White Wine at Taylor Shellfish ...