Restaurant news: A bumpy first visit to Lynnwood’s new Shake Shack

Shake Shack at the Alderwood Mall opened almost three weeks ago.  This is a restaurant chain that has its roots in New York City via St. Louis. Danny Meyer, the founder of Shake Shack, grew up in St. Louis, enjoying iconic food from Ted Drewe’s Frozen Custard and Steak n’Shake.  While he started out as a fine…

Restaurant news: Farewell and hello — plus wine pop-up and ‘Beers in the Barn’

Seems we are still having nice summer weather and many places are still offering outdoor dining. We had to say goodbye to Chanterelle in Edmonds this week to make way for Machiavelli’s, which will open sometime in December 2023. On their last night, current and former employees celebrated and reminisced together one final time. Must…

Sponsor spotlight: Dungeness Caesar Salad the special at Scotty’s Food Truck this week

This week’s special at Scotty’s Food Truck is a Dungeness Caesar Salad. Fresh Dungeness crab on a bed of crisp romaine, fresh grated parmigiana cheese, seasoned croutons and Caesar dressing. Scotty’s is open Thursday through Saturday in Edmonds’ Five Corners neighborhood. Call ahead to avoid the wait: 206-795-1615. Five Corners in Edmonds 8330 212th St….

Restaurant news: Free slices at Pagliacci, delicious Thai food at B.W. Noodle

On Wednesday, June 21, Pagliacci Pizza is celebrating the shortest night of the year with free slices (two per customer) at all locations (excluding UW locations and Valley) from 9 p.m. to midnight (they are staying open an extra two hours). Four popular pies will be on offer: The Original, Pepperoni, The Hawaiian and The Italiano. Special…

Restaurant news: Explore bold world of Brazilian food at Lynnwood’s Fogo de Chão

I recently had the opportunity to attend the opening of a new Brazilian dining experience at Alderwood Mall called Fogo de Chão. The name Fogo de Chão means “ground fire,” and refers to the traditional gaúcho method of roasting meats over an open fire. It was a night to remember and it is an exciting new place to enjoy…

Restaurant news: Sweet and savory choices to celebrate Pi(e) day

The date 3.14.2023 is officially Pi(e) Day. So let’s celebrate with either savory or sweet pies! We have so many options in Edmonds to enjoy delicious pizza pie as well as bakery pies. Having lived in the Midwest as well as both the East and West Coasts, I am a fan of any kind of…

Restaurant News: Harvest Wonton Noodle offers Hong Kong-style fare

The Lunar New Year is celebrated on Jan. 22 this year. It’s the Year of the Rabbit, which seems appropriate because we’re getting overrun by rabbits in our neck of the woods, right? In general, the rabbit symbolizes fertility, luck and creativity. Rabbits also symbolize compassion and intuition. Often associated with new beginnings, these critters are a reminder…

Restaurant News: Mocktails make the menu for Dry January

Dry January is a movement that has been around for a decade or so. It’s pretty straightforward — you steer clear of alcohol for the entire month of January. The concept actually originated in the U.K. in 2013, when a nonprofit called Alcohol Change UK started the movement with the goal of raising money for alcohol abuse…

Restaurant News: Korean cafe Pot + Pan complements Olympus Spa experience

I have to say that this is an unusual review for Restaurant News because Pot + Pan, the Korean cafe inside the Olympus Spa, is only available for women over 13 years of age. That’s because the Olympus Spa on 196th Street Southwest in Lynnwood is open only to women. It is a magical place. I’ve…

Restaurant news: Up your cooking game or gift an experience with PCC classes

COVID upended our world of in-person classes. Every class, meeting and get-together for almost two years or more has been via Zoom (or an equivalent platform). Luckily for everyone’s sanity, this scenario is changing. For years I was an assistant for PCC Community Markets’ cooking classes — primarily at the Edmonds location. I took a…

Restaurant News: Takeout and dine-in Thanksgiving options

Many people find cooking a big holiday meal overwhelming.  We’re fortunate to have many options for ordering a Thanksgiving feast.  Here are just a few of the options.  Please call ASAP as many of these places are almost sold out.  Some have in-person dining that require reservations.  Don’t delay if you want to enjoy turkey…

Restaurant News: Broadway Pea Salad similar to that served at Scott’s

Recently I reached out to readers asking them for favorite dishes at local restaurants that they would like to recreate at home.  Someone immediately commented that they wanted Scott’s Bar and Grill Broadway Pea Salad — a dish that I know is iconic to the restaurant. I reached out the general manager as well as…