British Columbia,Canada,Outside the United States,Victoria Victoria BC Breakfast: Crust Bakery. Can't pass on a pastry from a good bakery and this place didn't disappoint so give it a try. When I arrive just after their morning opening on a weekend there was already a line out the door so Rest of Washington,United States,Washington,West Coast,Whidbey Island Coupeville WA Under new management: The Oystercatcher. From the street it still looks a bit like a burger and beer joint. Step inside and you'll wonder what's in store. First taste...you know this place is special. It closed in Oct 2022 but reopened British Columbia,Canada,Outside the United States,Vancouver Vancouver BC Pays to have local knowledge: Nūba Kitsilano. Dinner with friends and relatives yields...too much food! Since it comes from the kitchen faster than it's possible to keep up with what's being delivered be prepared for a table that fills quickly. Solid Seattle Metro,United States,Washington,West Coast,Woodinville Woodinville WA Liquid food: Damsel Cellars. I first met Mari when she was the assistant winemaker at Darby Wines. She's been making her own very solid wines for the last several years with excellent Syrahs and outstanding Cabs. Visited today at a pop up Ballard,Seattle Metro,Washington,West Coast Seattle Recommendation from a local chef: Pestle Rock. The cuisine is Thai but it's from the Isan or northeast part of the country. You will recognize the menu but there are dishes I've not seen before in your typical Thai restaurant. They have Burien,Seattle Metro,United States,Washington Burien WA Great experience: Marlaina's Mediterranean Kitchen. Part business dinner and part get together with friends. I'd heard about this place from a coworker...whose husband is the chef/owner and it's been on my radar to visit for a couple of years. The name speaks
When you’re in the area check out this bakery: The North Bend Bakery (formerly Georgia’s and George’s). It’s been in the same location for 90 years so it’s a bit...
Quarantine: Chicken Tikka Masala. The masala was from a jar but the taste was surprisingly all Indian. Not bad for a homemade classic of Indian cuisine. The tikka masala sauce...
Filipino takeaway: Archipelago Balikbayan Box. Before COVID-19 hit, I had snagged a very hard to come by reservation at this well regarded restaurant with very limited seating. Alas…the reservation was...
Quarantine: Anelli with Roasted Cauliflower. Always surprised how good gluten free pasta can taste and this one was no exception. The highlight of the dish, however, was the roasted garlic...
Quarantine: Orecchiette with Chicken Sausage. More pasta….it’s become a mainstay and go to during our time at home. Good thing there are dozens of different pastas and dozens, if not...
Quarantine: Linguine Primavera with Asparagus and Peas. And another pasta dish….we do eat other cuisines but as mentioned before, there are many dozens of pastas with an equal number of...
Quarantine: Shrimp and Rice Thai Curry Bowl. Another good choice while sheltering in place. This one is an example of a mild curry so it should be a acceptable to...
Takeaway: Mean Sandwich. COVD pandemic continues making take away the best option. This is a place that gets great reviews and has been on my list to visit. Very efficient...
Quarantine: Love me some Brussel Sprouts. Another bowl and another keeper and it’s good for you to boot! The interplay of spices, sweetness from the squash and the added mouthfeel...
Quarantine: Taco Torte. This is a keeper…..think multilayer lasagna filled instead with taco filling and tortilla instead of pasta. When first described, I was a bit skeptical but one taste...
Quarantine: Halibut Bowl. Modification of the original recipe with a switch to Halibut…..what we had….instead of Salmon. The Halibut made it milder and Salmon would be a better choice if...
Quarantine: Q on the Wire. Memorial day weather wasn’t very conducive to doing a bit of BBQ ribs on the grill but…why not? Picked up the ribs last minute at...
Quarantine: Crispy Rice and Egg Bowl. Still basically on stay at home orders so we continue to try different food options to make daily life a bit more interesting. One...
Quarantine: Niçoise salad. Still at home so pulling out more options for lunch…what should you have once you’ve had burgers, sandwiches, leftovers and chips and salsa? A Niçoise salad with...
Quarantine: Brunch. Full plate Brunch of eggs over easy…the only way to have them with….grits, homemade biscuits, bacon all rounded out by mimosas. Oh…I forgot the star of the plate….tomato...
Quarantine: Chocolate chip cookies! No wheat flour….no problem! These are made from almond flour which gives them a unique flavor and consistency compared to the wheat variety. Should have no...