Everything fabulous in Washington: restaurants, spas, things to do, resorts and more!
Husband-and-wife duo, Daisuke Matsumoto and Amy Hernández Matsumoto, are the co-owners of Vancouver’s Pizzeria La Sorrentina, a Southern Italian trattoria. Aside from fresh pasta, pizza and desserts, the Matsumotos also offer pizza and baking classes in the fall
Washington has lush golf courses and landscapes galore that not only provide perfect terrain for a competitive game, but also picturesque views of the Pacific Northwest as the backdrop.
Drew Gillespie is the president of Pike Brewing, which has been making beer in the heart of Seattle since 1989. Most recently, the independently operated craft brewery introduced a refreshed look, a new head brewer (Leslie Shore) and three new beers.
Danielle Hulton is the owner of Seattle’s Ada’s Technical Books & Cafe and Fuel Coffee. Ada’s focuses on science, technology and science fiction while Fuel Coffee is one of the city’s most iconic, independent coffee shops.
Critically acclaimed author Rachel Linden has opened a new chapter in her writing career with the debut of her latest book, “The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie”—which is set in the heart of the Pacific Northwest and tells a heartwarming tale of redemption.
Seattle native Diane Skwiercz founded Street Treats–offering premium ice cream, ice cream sandwiches, and an assortment of baked goods–in 2010. “From our food truck to cafés and local freezer aisles, our desserts are enjoyed across the Pacific Northwest.”
Labor Day is right around the corner and the long holiday weekend celebrations are already kicking off. From music festivals to pop-up oyster bars and more, here are the best Labor Day weekend events to enjoy in Washington.
The Pacific Northwest is a seriously great wine destination. And if you’re determined to see the beauty and spirited culture that lies beyond Napa, it’s well worth your while to trek off on one of the state’s many wine tours—which can take you through the hype of Pike Place Market, Leavenworth, the outskirts of the northern border, and beyond.
Chef/restaurateurs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee, behind Los Angeles’ Scratch Restaurants group, will open Sushi By Scratch Restaurants in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood on Sept. 1.
Diana Naramore is the owner and CVO of Seattle’s Sip and Ship. “Sip and Ship is an urban trifecta created to simplify life’s complexities – combining the warmth of a coffee shop, convenience of mailbox rentals and mailing center with a carefully curated gift shop inside.”