We discovered Hattaway’s on Alder the first time we visited Walla Walla last year (months before we moved here) and we’ve eaten here many times since. Last night was the first time we had ever dined inside, and I must say – the restaurant is truly stunning. The exposed brick, high ceilings, chic light fixtures…

A Perfect Dreary Day at Taylor Shellfish Samish Oyster Bar and Shellfish Market
Just an hour and fifteen minutes north of Seattle is a seafood lover’s Utopia; a magical place where you can have an oceanfront picnic with all the freshest oysters, clams, Dungeness crab, mussels, and scallops you could ever want. Beautifully rustic in a perfect Pacific Northwest setting, I’m talking of course, about Taylor Shellfish’s Samish…

Three Delicious Experiences Not to Miss the Last Week of Walla Walla Restaurant Month
Walla Walla Restaurant Month has been beyond delicious! We’ve been eating and drinking our way through as many of the offerings as we can this month and I’ve rounded up a blog of all the experiences we’ve had thus far. You have one week left to cash in on these delectable deals, so make those…

The State Hotel Will Steal Your Heart
The State Hotel has a special place in my heart. It’s our old neighborhood; I lived two blocks from here for the seven years I lived in Seattle. When we stay here, I feel like I’m home. But it’s not just because of the location; it’s because of their amazing team (they know us by…

Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Chef Andrae Bopp’s Gumbo Recipe
Fat Tuesday is a big deal in this house. Marcus is from New Orleans and this year I wanted to cook something special for it. It’s been quite some time since I’ve made gumbo, and since Marcus didn’t have a go-to recipe he loved, I turned to an expert for his recipe, my friend Chef…
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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 ...