The New Tasting Room at Nocking Point is Spectacular
Downtown Walla Walla has a welcome new addition – the very trendy Tasting Room at Nocking Point, brought to you by Nocking Point Wines. They’re serving wine by the glass as well as multiple tasting options, including a red, white, sparkling, and mixed...
Dry January is a Breeze with the Mocktail Selection at Walla Walla Steak Co.
I am a big New Year’s resolution person. Do I keep my resolutions for an entire year? Hardly, but I usually set myself up for some healthier habits and a better start to the coming 12 months. Part of that for me has included Dry January for the past several...
A Running List of the Best Places to Eat in Walla Walla (from a Local)
–pictured at TMACS– We have been in Walla Walla for over a year now (really?! has it been that long?) and we’ve done our best to eat our way through this little wine city in the southeastern corner of Washington. COVID didn’t make it easy, but...
Where to Eat in the Seattle Southside
The Seattle Southside is made up of seemingly endless delicious restaurants and dishes. A (very) short Light Rail ride from downtown, it couldn’t be easier to get to! I came here to eat (and it did not disappoint). Bookmark this for your next culinary adventure...
The Ultimate Gift Guide for the Wine Lover in Your Life
Wondering what to get for that wine lover in your life that’s hard to please? Well look no further; this list covers everything from great wines to gift, to glassware, to some very fancy toys (and more!). From the cost-conscience to the extravagant; there is...
The Ultimate Gift Guide for the Food Lover in Your Life
Everyone gets a food-related gift from me for the holidays. I love to share the things that I love and, well, I love food. Scroll on for my Ultimate Gift Guide for the Food Lover in Your Life. Whatever your budget, you’ll find the perfect present. (I either own...
10 Walla Walla Wines You Need to Stock Up On For The Holidays
Thanksgiving is just a week away and that means it’s time to make sure you’re stocked up on wine for the holidays. To help you do so, I’ve put together a list of 10 Walla Walla wines you’ll want to have on hand this season (and recommendations...
Where to Eat in the Seattle Southside
The Seattle Southside is made up of seemingly endless delicious restaurants and dishes. A (very) short Light Rail ride from downtown, it couldn’t be easier to get to! I came here to eat (and it did not disappoint). Bookmark this for your next culinary adventure...
Wander the Walla Walla Valley Like a Winemaker
Walla Walla is so lovely in the fall. Things have slowed down from summer, the air is crisp, the leaves are golden, and the new fall wines are being released. It’s the perfect time for a visit, and there’s no better tour guide than a local winemaker. You...
A Magical Stay at the Lakedale Resort
The Lakedale Resort is absolutely enchanting. Tucked away on scenic San Juan Island (which is only accessible by ferry), this 82 acre-property boasts multiple types of lodging (including camping), three spring lakes, boats and bikes for exploring, a general store, and...
Where to Eat, Drink, Stay, and Play in the Yakima Valley
Fondly referred to as the “Palm Springs of Washington”, Yakima Valley gets over 300 days of sun a year. Which makes it no surprise that the area is rich in hops, grapes, and produce (over 1,000 varieties of produce are grown here). There are over 120...
The Kitchen at Abeja is Open and Serving Spectacular Five and Seven-Course Tasting Menus
It’s no surprise that Abeja Winery and Inn‘s newly opened The Kitchen at Abeja is absolutely magnificent. Located in their beautiful tasting room on their 38-acre farmstead property, the five and seven-course tasting experiences that Chef Elodie Li is serving...
I Tried (Almost) Everything at 7908 Aspen (and it was Utterly Delicious)
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...
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,...
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...
Walla Walla Has a Wine For That
pictured above at Brook & Bull Cellars 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...
