Ballard is one of Seattle’s many distinct neighborhoods with its own unique flavor that mixes old-time fishing history and dive bars with trendy shops and restaurants. [...]
I think Jean-Claude Van Damme was known as the Muscles from Brussels. But, I prefer my mussels à la Mariniere, just the way they make them at Restaurant [...]
It’s nice to put up your feet for a few days in a new place and staying in a cottage, or a rental house is easier than it’s ever been. If you want to self-cater, [...]
Vik’s Chaat is one of those places you hope never changes. They’ve got a system and it works. Walk up to the counter and place your order. Check out their [...]
A few months back I decided to take a break and spend a little time in Berkeley walking, bicycling and checking out the newest local eateries. Since hotel rooms can [...]
If you’re like me and you love olive oil, you might be surprised by what you learn when you read Tom Mueller’s Extra Virginity. I know it changed my olive oil [...]
It was freezing in Seattle last winter, so I thought I’d use some frequent flier miles and head down to Palm Springs for the weekend. Having gone there a few years [...]
I love watching International cooking shows, and I recently discovered a great new program about Irish cooking, starring Kevin Dundon on our local CreateTV channel. Kevin [...]
I’m always looking for new food products to try, especially products from some of my favorite places in Europe. I discovered this beautiful Camargue French sea salt [...]
Berkeley is often overlooked by visitors to the Bay Area, since San Francisco has so much to offer. But if you head over to the East Bay, you’ll be in for a treat, [...]