COVID times are making life difficult for all of us. Our local restaurant and beverage purveyors are kept on their toes by updates on “new” procedures, changed frequently. Masks and social distancing measures daunt prospective diners. Muffled conversations with wait staff, when one does get a seat at a table, may hinder communication as to…
Bread making has become a favorite past time for many of us as we try to figure out what to do with ourselves while we stay at home. Yeast and flour seem to be in very high demand, and social media pages are filling up with pictures of proud bakers and their delicious-looking creations. After…
To the list of things we might be taking for granted around here, perhaps we should add the surprising array of terrific Asian restaurants available to us. There are at least a dozen such gems along a one-mile stretch of Edmonds’ Highway 99 International District alone. I’ve written about many of them, but two months…
You’ve probably heard about Australia’s wildfires. I’ve seen heartbreaking video clips of injured animals I may never forget. In response, two Edmonds business owners — Venus Forteza of Maize and Barley and Jack Crawford of Bridgid’s Bottleshop — have stepped up to sponsor a Feb. 13 benefit for those affected by the disaster. Official reports indicate that at…
Although people don’t usually crave icy treats so much in the dead of winter, most of us still enjoy a little ice cream, gelato or frozen yogurt regardless of the season. I’ve got another icy treat for you to consider. If you’re a fan of the aforementioned desserts and you haven’t tried bingsoo yet, you…
As I traveled east on 196th crossing into Lynnwood the other day, I noticed the Chinese fast food restaurant Oh Yeah Tasty has closed. I for one, will miss them. After reading Yelp reviews, I discovered that people both adored and disliked Oh Yeah. Can I make a suggestion? If you choose to write a Yelp…
As Kali Kelnero put it “we are finally, FINALLY open!“ It’s been a long process for Kris and Kali Kelnero, but the doors are open and people are flocking to Edmonds newest and coolest cocktail lounge. When you drop in for a drink and/or a small plate, even if you choose to sit at the…
You have to try the chips – no, not those chips If you’re out at a fish and chips restaurant that makes delicious, lightly salted potato chips from scratch, you’ve got a bit of a dilemma. “We may have to start calling them crisps,“ said owner Larry Marion. For me, fish and chips (fries) go…
Roots, Rock and Reggae will “reclaim the Rec Room” Bar and Grill There’s been a lot of media attention focused on an incident involving white supremacists at the Rec Room in unincorporated Lynnwood. Now a campaign to “Reclaim the Rec Room“ is underway. Join Lion of Judah as they take to the stage offering “peace,…
Tom Sprague owns and runs Big T’s Moonshine BBQ. He grew up in Edmonds. He played and coached hockey here for years before moving to LA. After successfully running a restaurant there for about 10 years, he sold it and returned to the Pacific Northwest. That’s when he put together the idea for Moonshine BBQ…
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The Local 104 – please make a note of it. If you travel east on Ballinger Way, (or Highway 104 is it’s also known), from Mountlake Terrace. you’ll see something that should spark your interest. About halfway from Thriftway Foods on your way to Lake Forest Park’s Town Center, you’ll notice a space on the…
I was feeling a little peckish on Halloween evening and noticed that the Here and There food truck was parked at Fourth and Dayton in Edmonds — that’s their usual spot on Wednesday. You can also find them at the Kruger Clinic on Highway 99 (near Swedish Edmonds Hospital) Thursdays for lunch, and on Fridays…
Cheesemonger’s Table We all rely on one another to help with certain tasks. Very few of us pull our own teeth, for example. In law school, I was told that a lawyer who represents him or herself has a fool for a client. So why would I be embarrassed to seek counsel from a highly…
One of my go-to places in Lynnwood is the Indigo Kitchen and Alehouse at 2102 164th St. S.W., Suite F. We dropped in for a late lunch on Sunday. Since we had a dog in tow we were pleasantly surprised to discover that one of their patios is dog friendly. It’s clear from the menu…
Breaking up is hard to do…Saying “good-bye” brings tears to my eyes, but…enough with my sappy rhetoric. The orange Here and There Grill truck will continue serve up the fabulous fare, which I — and many Edmonds locals — find addictive. Parked in the usual spot, at 4th and Dayton on Wednesdays, grilled turkey sandwiches…
It’s been fun watching Bistro 76 Café in Perrinville develop into a favorite haunt for many local residents. Their most recent development has been to add a dinner menu, which is served from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. I’ve enjoyed their breakfast and lunch options (they are open from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday…
Dong Ting Chun, located at 22001 Highway 99 in Edmonds, has arrived. Entrees at Dong Ting Chun delight the palate with the true chili-laden, smoky flavors of Hunan, and have their own twists, of course, given availability of time honored ingredients. Dong Ting Chun has branched out from their California base and brings a broad…
As the Restaurant News reporter, I meet the best people. Chef Dane Lee and his partner Carol Ann Lee are great examples. This catering couple from Edmonds has been married for 25 years, and have known each other for 28. They both graduated from Skagit College — granted at different times. It was love at first…
Who’s new ~ Who’s closed ~ Who’s in limbo? Here is a recap of restaurant events, starting with the newest spot in our locale New endeavor launches in nearby Firdale Village Midnight Cookie Company is all about satisfying your craving for sweets in the middle of the night, literally. The Edmonds area facility launched Wednesday….
Caffe Ladro – We met for coffee, of course. “We’re on the third wave of the coffee business” says co-owner of Caffe Ladro, Robert Ohly. I met with Ohly and his wife, Heather, who’s partnered with Bob raising children in Edmonds, and in many aspects of his coffee life, at Caffe Ladro’s Edmonds location at Five…
Traditions both unique and familiar, the season begins… with food at local Edmonds restaurants. Mary Hernandez, one of the partners at Casa Oaxaca, invited me to come in and participate in Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead). Twenty-five years spent in Arizona, I’m familiar with these traditions in our Hispanic community. I…
Patience is a virtue, and while it is hard to see the brown paper in the windows at Edmonds restaurant locations under renovation- Amata Thai, Barkada and Thai by Day…not to mention the clear inside views of the still not open Top Pot location, I rejoiced when I drove by Ranch Market’s complex and spied…
While this is the restaurant news column, let’s face it — most of us cook at home, in some fashion. Our local markets offer great ways to enjoy healthy meals at home. On a recent visit to the Edmonds PCC, I noticed the store format changes. New logo and signs adorn the building, fixtures and…
A goodbye message filled with gratitude Saturday, Sept. 9 will be the last day for Edmonds’ Celtic Cowboy BBQ’s retail location.” We want to thank all of our employees now and over the last 7 years for your hard work and dedication. Thanks also to all of our customers over the years. Your support of…
As my husband walked into the kitchen for breakfast, he hummed a familiar tune, made popular by Steve Martin. “Da da da … the boy king…” Yup — it was from one of Steve’s funky skits on Saturday Night Live, King Tut. My husband enjoys it when I include him as a partner on dining…
