It was a chilly night and we had just enjoyed a show at the funky Fremont Arts Abbey when we spotted the Via Tribunali in Seattle, Washington. The sign was glowing just across the street. It was late; but, we had just gotten in touch with our inner hunger and, thankfully, they were still open. […]
Cedardale Orchards Fresh Cider in Mount Vernon, Washington is the best cider I’ve ever had. Whether you’re tiptoeing through the tulips in La Conner, browsing antique stores in Mount Vernon, or checking out the cheese in Bow, you just gotta. You must. I mean there is no other choice than to stop at Cedardale Orchards […]
If the quality of your experiences are as important to you as the quality of your eats, you gotta check out Nutty’s Junk Yard Grill in Arlington, Washington. They have lots of scrumptious burgers to choose from… and the shakes? Oh, momma. And there are so many fun decorations to keep you entertained while you wait […]
I first discovered Rhodes River Ranch in Oso, Washington on a cold, cozy night. I was in the mood for a great burger and I was not disappointed. Lovely menu, stunning setting, and a full bar. This called for a replay. I’ve been many times now and I have had a great experience every single […]
Re Feather Your Nest in Mount Vernon, Washington is one of those stores you never forget. With big business making its way through our towns, it is so important for us to shop at places like Re-Feather Your Nest. I for one, don’t mind if I do. It’s is connected to the Calico Cupboard Old […]
Calico Cupboard Old Town Cafe and Bakery is in Mount Vernon, Washington. Mount Vernon is lovely for oh so many reasons. Mount Vernon has everything you’d expect in a reviving old downtown district with nearby seafood and tulips, all in the middle of beautiful farmland. While you are visiting, you can enjoy the fruits of […]
Visiting the Museum of Flight was a delayed arrival for this Seattle girl. I’m not sure why it never piqued my interest. I guess I thought, It’s just a few airplanes, what’s the biggie deal? Boy, was I wrong. Really, really wrong. So much history. And, if you’re anything like me, you didn’t pay attention in history […]
The Snoqualmie Valley is a fascinating northwest wonderland but I must admit that I did not fully realize all the amazing things to see, do, and, perhaps most importantly, taste – that is, until I opened a B&B (now closed). One of the most frequently asked questions I received as an innkeeper was, “Where’s the best […]
I don’t mean to brag, but I’ve got friends in organic places. And by organic, I mean Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington. Jan Marie Johnson with a Pike Place fruit stand presenter. I might be a biased Seattle girl, but I really love Seattle Bites Food Tours. The owners, Mark & Jan Marie, are my dear […]
It was a lovely day to have a first day of the fair. The only place you can buy an ice cream cone from the Washington Dairy Association right next to the stinky cow barns. The Washington State Fair to be exact. There are so many things to see and do and eat. They always […]
Dawn’s Candy and Cake in Lynnwood, Washington. Every once and a while you happen upon something you never needed to know but are oh so glad you found out. I am still grieving the closure of Paper Zone. I’ll never forget when I discovered this crazy, amazing paper supply store. I would never settle for […]
Outstanding in the Field Dinner Event at Full Circle Farms. The other day I was outstanding in a field. Well, we did a lot more than stand in a field, actually. We toured a farm, met new friends, had an outstanding meal from one of Seattle’s top chefs, and enjoyed wine. Lots of lovely wine. […]
Behind the Scenes With the Best B&B on Evening Magazine. It all started with our window washer. I asked him… okay, I begged him to come clean the best B&B windows and he rearranged his schedule just for my top-secret shenanigans. His payment may have involved freshly baked scones. After all, it was an emergency. I decided I couldn’t be on […]
Evening Magazine Visits The Old Hen Bed & Breakfast. We had some very special visitors this week at The Old Hen Bed & Breakfast. We invited some of our previous guests over for brunch. Oh, and King 5 Evening Magazine happened to stop by too. We’re being featured on Evening Magazine because we are a […]
Once and a while one needs to escape the inn and take in a new old view at Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington. Yeah, like that. We love to go to Pike Place Market. We take pictures for no reason at all. And I always try to find a place I haven’t ever been […]
