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…
Weekend Highlights Include Celebrity Chef Stage, Intimate VIP Experiences, Talk & Taste Master Classes and Floor-Wide Food-and-Beverage Pairings VANCOUVER, BC (April 23, 2015) — With hundreds of restaurants, artisans and exhibitors all coming together under one roof, the 13th annual EAT! Vancouver at BC Place showcase taking place May 1 to 3 offers up a full banquet…
Chef Johanna Ware Debuts Second Restaurant in Portland, Oregon, Continues Inauthentic Asian in Summertime Patio Lunch Spot FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Chef Johanna Ware of ‘inauthentic Asian’ restaurant Smallwares, is expanding with a new restaurant in Northeast Portland slated to open in late May called lil’ wares. Located across the street from the critically acclaimed…
Seattle’s working waterfront gets especially delicious this September. On Thursday, September 17, 2026, the second annual Taste of the Sound returns to Fishermen’s Terminal, bringing together more than 75 Washington food producers, beverage makers, fishers, farmers, and independent makers for an evening centered on local food and drink. Presented by Good Business Network of Washington, the event gives guests a Continue Reading
Visit Boise’s September calendar is especially strong this year, with the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic, Art in the Park and Boise Pride Festival arriving almost back to back. Boise State is also entering its first Pac-12 football season, adding another layer of energy around downtown and Albertsons Stadium. 🟢 Where To Eat KIN | Downtown Boise KIN is less Continue Reading
This is also the month when Bend’s two personalities fit together especially well. You can spend the morning on a trail or river, settle into a serious dinner that evening, then catch comedy or live music without ever feeling like you traded the outdoors for the city. September’s calendar includes Bend Comedy Festival, a deep run of concerts at Hayden Continue Reading
This month brings an especially good excuse to rediscover the city. Portland Staycation returns September 11 through 13, inviting locals and visitors to explore special offers from restaurants, cafés, bars, attractions, shops and hotels across the Central City. Add a busy September events calendar and Portland starts to feel less like a place to pass through and more like a Continue Reading
This month brings a particularly strong mix of festivals, gaming culture, theater, museums and local food. Visit Seattle’s latest Localist newsletter highlights major September happenings including PAX West, Bumbershoot, Muz Fest, the Washington State Fair and several noteworthy museum exhibitions. Add a new Seattle-to-Tokyo flight announcement to the mix, and September feels like a good moment to look at both Continue Reading