No bike this time: Duvall Tavern. We were visiting this small town just east of the metro area and stopped in to checkout this “world famous since 1934” establishment in...

Wine anyone? Slough Food. Nice little spot to pick up some wine, cheese and charcuterie for later…or enjoy it in their courtyard. They also offer soups, salads and sandwiches. This...

Dessert: Lynden Dutch Bakery. Had lunch at JoFish and saved room for a Dutch treat…or 2! Our choice wasn’t so Dutch but more local….the caramel apple pie, made from local...

Interesting place: The Golden Pig. Just south of Ukiah and yes, the name is correctly spelled and…..yes, the town’s claim to fame was hops. But, no longer…production was halted in...

Is it really in a tree? Tree House Cafe. No…..it’s not up in a tree but the space surrounds a very large plum tree nonetheless. Great place for breakfast, lunch...

Local Bar: Biercraft. Another place you won’t find unless you have local knowledge. There are 3 locations in Vancouver; this one is on Commercial Drive (“The Drive”) and is obviously...

Impossible Burger: Meet the Moon. We had been looking…all over for the Impossible Burger….and didn’t even know they had it on the menu. Not only was it listed, they actually...

Last updated on May 12th, 2019 at 05:33 pmQuick lunch: Delicatus @ The Hall. Small deli just above the University Street Light Rail station at Benaroya Hall.  It’s very convenient...

Inside the Marriott: Akun Lounge & Bar. Beautiful space for a quick bite and glass of wine. The pictures also show the Executive Lounge which has an interesting way to...

Last updated on May 12th, 2019 at 08:18 pmAfter skiing late lunch: Roslyn Cafe. This is the cafe of Northern Exposure fame….as is almost everything in the town of Roslyn!...

Last updated on May 12th, 2019 at 08:38 pmNorthern Exposure Fame: The Brick. Decided to stop in after a hike in the area. The history of this area of Washington...

Last updated on May 12th, 2019 at 08:49 pmFunky little sandwich shop: HoneyHole. Busy spot on Cap Hill with a great space and sandwiches. The sandwich selection is extensive and...

Last updated on November 10th, 2018 at 02:39 pmRoad side stop south of Lahaina: Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop Doesn’t look like much but you can tell by the number...

Last updated on November 17th, 2018 at 09:32 pmIn the Ferry Building: Fog Hollow Farm. Need a quick fix…..pastry, soup, sandwich, coffee or farm to table fruits?…..then this is a...

Last updated on November 17th, 2018 at 10:12 pmLunch spot: Courtside Café. Local knowledge required: at the Bayou Bluff Tennis Club and while all the signage states members only, non...

Last updated on November 17th, 2018 at 10:20 pmCaptive audience: Urban Crave. Located at the Alaska gates in terminal 1 of the San Diego airport this is an option…especially if...

Last updated on April 7th, 2019 at 04:09 pmAnother coffee option: Gretchen’s Place. It’s been a while since I have been here and apparently it has new ownership……I knew the...

Last updated on November 22nd, 2018 at 04:59 pmLocal knowledge always helps: Le Gourmet Break. A nice breakfast spot in downtown Orlando…..I think it may be the first time I’ve...

Last updated on November 22nd, 2018 at 05:01 pmAnother hotel restaurant: The Bistro at the Hilton. Needed a light lunch and this was convenient. Typical offerings and since I wanted...

Last updated on April 7th, 2019 at 04:24 pmAn homage to all things meat: The Shambles. New spot in the Maple Leaf area that opened about a week ago. Sounded like...

Last updated on December 22nd, 2018 at 10:45 pmIf you need a stop for sustenance: Bob’s Burgers and Brews. Part of a chain found throughout Washington this one is about...

Last updated on December 23rd, 2018 at 11:01 pmConvenient to x country skiing: Brandywine. Located in the ski hut at the Whistler Olympic Park it’s a great place for a...

Last updated on April 7th, 2019 at 04:36 pmBikes and beer in Ballard: Peddler Brewing Co. Going away party for one of our staff…returning home to Texas. Small craft beer...

Last updated on March 14th, 2019 at 09:47 pmComfort food: Burgoo. One of almost a half dozen locations in the greater Vancouver area this one is located in the Point...

Last updated on December 29th, 2018 at 03:00 pmHad to have some pork while in the South: Henry’s Smokehouse. Basically a suburb of Greenville and I was there to visit...

Last updated on December 29th, 2018 at 03:44 pmYou gotta stop for a rest after a morning in the museum: Calicantus. Located inside the Sforzesco castle it is a nice...

Last updated on April 7th, 2019 at 04:54 pmGot the job to pick up our cats today so this was lunch: Maltby Cafe. I’ve passed this place numerous times when...

Last updated on May 24th, 2019 at 05:08 pmHave been here before and will be back: Beaucoup. I have to admit I have a very weak spot for French pastries...

Last updated on January 27th, 2018 at 08:47 pmAnother coffee spot in Seattle: Seattle Sunshine Coffee Off to a bit of a slow start this morning with the time change...

Last updated on January 27th, 2018 at 08:48 pmLate afternoon lunch after a morning of cross country skiing: Salish Lodge Attic Great location and it’s on the way back from...

Last updated on September 20th, 2019 at 06:29 pmBest bakery in Seattle: Bakery Nouveau. Twice baked almond croissants are to die for! Too bad you can’t just try everything at...