Here’s to a yummy start in the New Year! Introducing The Side Bar at Salt and Iron! Starting on Friday, Jan. 8, Edmonds’ Salt and Iron will be serving cocktails, beer, wine and small bites on their heated outdoor patio! The Side Bar will be open 4 p.m.-close on Wednesdays-Sundays. ~ ~ ~ ~ Ono…
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Restaurant News: P is for pizza and perfect takeout, plus Irish favorites in Lynnwood
P is for pandemic… It’s also the first letter of pizza. Circles of dough covered with sauce, cheese and assorted toppings, the food that gives us comfort during these pandemic times. The business model for a pizza parlor goes hand-in-hand with the measures created during periods when patrons cannot dine “inside” the restaurants. Listen to…
Restaurant News: Bagels, burgers and beer, plus more Thanksgiving meal options
Nov. 19-20: Bagel delivery coming to Edmonds/Shoreline Here’s a bit of information about a new neighborhood delivery that’s coming to Edmonds and Shoreline. Bagels from Eltana located on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. I ’d seen a notice regarding this opportunity, and contacted Eltana to gather all the details. Holly responded, and here is their story- “Our neighborhood…
Restaurant News: Dine-in and take-out Thanksgiving ideas, plus dog-friendly places to eat and drink
First, an alert about a Saturday event: Scott’s Bar and Grill in Edmonds’ Lake Ballinger neighborhood offers up colorful drinks and dessert to raise funds for breast cancer on Oct. 31. $1 from each specialty cocktail or dessert benefits the National Breast Cancer Foundation Inc. ~ ~ ~ ~ What to do about Thanksgiving this year? Well…plan ahead…
Restaurant News: From sushi to gyros, new dining options in Lynnwood
Happy accident: An Amazon return meant a trip to Alderwood Mall. Sad to see former favorite food establishments shuttered, my spirits lifted as I rounded the corner. A new sushi spot — Bitty Fish Sushi — recently opened in the location formerly occupied by Blue C Sushi. I had to investigate and share with readers….
Restaurant News: Delicious dining at Lynnwood’s Aleppo Kitchen
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…
Restaurant News: Artisan baking a labor of love for Meadowdale grad
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…
Restaurant News: Highway 99’s Boiling Fish worth a visit
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…
Restaurant News: Feb. 13 Kegger for Koalas fundraiser to benefit Australian wildfire victims
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…
Restaurant News: Treat yourself to Milkie Milkie Korean Desserts
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…
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Restaurant News: Farewell Oh Yeah Tasty, welcome China Cafe
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…
Restaurant News: Cool cocktail spot in Edmonds, Hawaiian fare in Lynnwood
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…
Restaurant News: Fish and ‘those’ kind of chips in Edmonds, plus a sweet bakery find in Lynnwood
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…
Restaurant News: ‘Reclaim the Rec Room,’ plus other New Year’s Eve ideas
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,…
Restaurant News: Comfort food heaven at Moonshine BBQ; dumpling haven on Hwy 99
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…
Restaurant News: The Local 104 should be on your list
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…
Restaurant News: Chef Dane keeping deliciousness at Here and There, goodbye to Cafe Bueno
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…
Restaurant News: Expert at Cheesemonger’s Table will guide the way, plus happenings nearby
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…
Restaurant news: Go-to eateries in Lynnwood, plus brewery on its way to Mountlake Terrace
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…
Lynnwood-based Chef Dane to take ownership of Edmonds’ Here and There Grill food truck
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…
Restaurant news: Nearby Bistro 76 now open for dinner, Romeo’s in Edmonds changes hands
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…
Restaurant News: Hunan cuisine at Dong Ting Chung, plus new openings
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…
Restaurant News: For local Chef Dane Catering, it’s all about choice, creativity and comfort
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…
Restaurant News: A sweet answer to midnight cravings, plus a recap of 2017 food news
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….
Restaurant News: Local ties at Caffe Ladro, bakery delights at MLT’s Grand Pere
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…