Clayton Kinsey is establishing himself as a rock star in the Seattle culinary scene, and if you don’t believe us, just head over to Pintxo for some of his classic-yet-contemporary Spanish tapas. We recently sat down with the young chef to find out what he’s passionate about and what inspires him in the kitchen. By working in a…
“Keep it simple. Less is more. The better the ingredients the better the outcome.” —Sam Crannell, Executive Chef and Owner, LloydMartin (Enough for 24 tartines) White Bean Mousse: 4c white beans cooked and still warm 2T black truffle butter ¼ lb Plugrá butter salt Put all into a Cuisinart and puree until smooth and…
While studying English Literature and Musical Engineering at Columbia College in Chicago, Sam Crannell realized that his professional dream might not work out the way he had planned. “I realized I wasn’t going to be a writer, and I wasn’t going to be a rock star,” laughed Sam. Then one day he cooked a…
WHOLE GRILLED TENDERLOIN NW Natural Beef, whole tenderloin Delicatus House Steak Seasoning (or your favorite mix) Oil Generously coat meat with seasoning. Dress with a little oil and drop on a hot, clean grill. Chef Willis likes to grill the tenderloin whole because it locks in flavor and makes grilling life easy. Turn “the…
Just about four blocks from the roar of CenturyLink Field where Seahawks fans break sound records, a delicatessen is breaking the mold of what defines authentic deli in Seattle. Turning out 300 sandwiches every day, Delicatus is not your average ham, salami and capacola type of shop, although you’ll find that here too.…
🟡 Where To Play 🛳️ A Portland Tradition, Reimagined: The Cinnamon Bear Cruise For many Portlanders, holiday memories smell like cinnamon and sound like radio static, a nod to the 1937 radio serial that introduced a certain adventurous bear named Cinnamon. Now, 20 years into its revival, the Cinnamon Bear Cruise aboard the Portland Spirit has become a can’t-miss multigenerational Continue Reading
San Francisco’s sultry rooftop haunt, Dirty Habit, just debuted a cocktail that sips like a fireside secret and gives back while it pours. Available now through December 31, the Winter Whisper is a lush blend of Milagro Silver Tequila, Chambord, Licor 43, Bittercube Chipotle Cacao Bitters, and heavy cream — think raspberry, citrus, chocolate spice, and snowy-day nostalgia. It’s a Continue Reading
November in Napa Valley feels like a slow exhale. The crush is over, the vines quiet, and the light softens into golden afternoons. It’s a time for cozy fireside dinners, secluded tasting experiences, and vineyard trails edged in oranges and greens. Here’s how to lean into the season. 🟢 Where To Eat The Charter Oak, St. Helena Warm wood, open hearth, Continue Reading
This October, Boise invites locals and visitors alike to lean into a very Boise thing: coming together over food! As the trees shift to gold and crisp air drifts in, the Downtown Boise Association (DBA) returns with its 15th Taste of Downtown festival from October 17–26, offering ten days of curated menus, social hours, and $14-or-less specials highlighting the city’s Continue Reading
Harvest, Haunts & Hidden Stories Autumn in Napa breathes gold across vineyard rows, the air crisps just enough to make each sip feel sharper, and the valley settles into a rhythm all its own: a medley of earth, history, and whispered lore. 🟢 Where To Eat Under-study (at The MAC, St. Helena) Adjacent to the Napa Valley Museum of Art Continue Reading