FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEATTLE- MAY 5, 2015- The Bacon and Beer Classic was hosted at Safeco Field this past Saturday, May 2nd. This unique bacon and beer tasting event held in MLB stadiums nationwide was a huge success with over 3,500 Seattleites. The second annual event took over the home of Seattle Mariners with more than 20 local restaurants and 50+ breweries who…
A few weeks ago, I found myself in a very cold but very beautiful New York City. Central Park was frosted over, and so was my face most of the time. This was my second trip to New York and I was determined to taste all that the city had to offer on a…
How do foodies celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Portland? By heading to Xico (3717 SE Division St.) – aggressively modern Mexican cuisine served in a beautiful backyard patio setting, perfect for celebrating the gorgeous spring weather. Ready to get the party started? Begin with a classic Xico margarita, or venture onto the wild side with…
Buckle up – I hope you’re hungry. Bitterroot BBQ (5239 Ballard Ave.) in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood does BBQ right. And there is lots of it. Bitterroot is the creation of husband and wife team Grant and Hannah Carter. The cozy BBQ joint is named after the Bitterroot River in Montana, where the two used…
Overall attendance for the four-day event was highest on record FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 23, 2015 SEATTLE – Taste Washington — the nation’s largest single-region wine and food event — reported its highest overall attendance in 2015. The 18th annual event took place March 26-29 and drew more than 6,300 people over the course of four…
The Benson Hotel, Portland, OR Honorable Mention, Portland’s new premier destination celebrating the legacy and culture of sports, is proud to announce the opening of Unlisted, a hidden speakeasy discreetly located within the iconic Benson Hotel. Designed as an inmate extension of the Honorable Mention experience, Unlisted offers a refined, late-night atmosphere that blends elevated cocktails, curated music, and a Continue Reading
Where To Play This Easter in Seattle, Portland, Bend & Boise: Spring Events & Local Picks As spring settles into the Pacific Northwest, Easter arrives with that familiar mix of fresh blooms, community gatherings, and family-forward celebration. Across Seattle, Portland, Bend, and Boise, the holiday takes shape in egg hunts that fill parks, festivals that bring neighborhoods together, and traditions Continue Reading
Boise greets you at 2,840 feet with big-sky light, a walkable downtown, and the Boise River glinting just steps from your hotel. Ten minutes from the airport and you’re already on the Greenbelt, passing cyclists, Basque cafés, and public art. Idaho’s capital has quietly become one of the West’s most compelling small cities — grounded, creative, and always a little Continue Reading
Accessible via Redmond Airport, Central Oregon is framed by pines, peaks, and the Deschutes River. While we’ll call it Central Oregon, the heartbeat of this region sits squarely in Bend, with Redmond and Sunriver rounding out the experience just minutes away. March here is a study in contrasts. You can ski Mt. Bachelor in the morning and sip a craft Continue Reading
With Sea-Tac International Airport serving more than 30 domestic and international airlines, Seattle is one of the most accessible gateways in the West. Light rail connects the airport to downtown in under 40 minutes. Once you arrive, the city unfolds in distinct neighborhoods from Capitol Hill to Queen Anne to Ballard. In March, winter begins to soften. The days stretch Continue Reading