Quite often this time of year I’m struck by Seattle’s beauty. Often associated with gray skies and drizzly days, the city literally glows when the sun comes out. A little secret that I’d like to share is that autumn in Seattle can be a great time to be here. Sure, you’re going to risk the […]
Lefse and Lingonberry Iced Tea at Viking Soul Food
When it comes to Scandinavian food, I’m there. So when traveling through Portland on the way home from Bend last month, I was excited to swing by Viking Soul Food for a quick dinner on the road. I had interviewed the food truck’s Megan Walhood for an article about Nordic food for The Oregonian a few […]
Touring Chateau Ste. Michelle
I have a little secret. For as long as I’ve lived in the Seattle area and as much as I love wine, I had never been to Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville until last week. Sure, I’d had their wine. I’d driven past the property many times. But I finally visited the estate on Thursday […]