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A Pacific Northwest adventure of the normal kind Tiny droplets of ocean spray hit my face as I turn into the wind. I am bundled up warmly from head to toe; knit hat, quilted jacket, gloves, and warm socks inside my shiny red rubber boots. The sun is at a quarter slant in the sky, for... Continue Reading →
JANUARY 08, 2021by MARYROSE DENTON Healthy, Raw, and Vegan. All words we expect to see on heath and organic foods, but on chocolate? That's a little more rare, but not for Bellingham's LunaVida Chocolates. These mini organic squares of chocolate love you right back, and are handmade from LunaVida's kitchen to yours.Assorted Flavors. (Image: LunaVida Chocolates)... Continue Reading →
view of harbor and ferry landing from street level with a peek a boo look around buildings
Meandering through an arrondissement (aka neighborhood) in Paris, you will inevitably stumble upon a la patisserie or bakery. With its aroma of fresh pastries laden with buttery goodness greeting you as you push open the door, you walk past the display case of croissants. Your destination is the counter piled high with trays of colorful... Continue Reading →
NOVEMBER 21, 2020 In the practice of Feng Shui, it is commonly understood if you spot an elephant with its trunk up, it is a sign of good luck. Such is the case for a small but growing, family business in Marysville, WA. Paunchy Elephant, S.P.C, owned by Tamyra McKay and her family, produces high-quality, organic lemonade,... Continue Reading →
Try your luck with this tasty side dish, traditionally served on Halloween. Leeks and garlic simmer in the skillet, filling the kitchen with their earthy aroma. The potatoes are cooking in the big kettle and the cabbage is chopped ready to mingle its flavors into the medley called Colcannon. Colcannon is an Irish dish served... Continue Reading →
By MaryRose Denton A recent Sunday evening, I find myself sitting next to my favorite guy, outside a local downtown Bellingham, WA, brewery. We are sipping our cool ales and enjoying the last rays of a waning sun. A feeling of peace and normalcy flutters around on the light breeze. What could make this delightful... Continue Reading →
G͛day is the greeting at the Lost Roo bar and grill in Long Beach, Washington. It offers traditional Australian comfort foods, better known in the land down under as “tucker,” as well as other creative and eclectic dishes. Walking into the spacious grand dining room, there are television screens broadcasting sports of all sorts and people everywhere.... Continue Reading →
