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‘Silicon Valley’ Star Talks Green Technology, Saving the Environment
Chatting with celebrity judge Thomas Middleditch during the Microsoft Imagine Cup
If you’ve ever seen the HBO comedy Silicon Valley–specifically the episode featuring the Tech Crunch Disrupt competition where start-up company Pied Piper wins for its data compression software–you might have an idea of what Microsoft’s Imagine Cup is like. Last Friday, thousands of bright developers and future Microsoft hopefuls came together to examine what’s next…
What’s your cheese IQ? Find out at Artisan Cheesemakers Festival
Sample cheeses from 23 of Washington's 70 cheesemakers
Have you ever tracked the evolution of your cheese palate? Sure, you might know how your taste for wine has changed over the years – I went from orange muscat in college to austere riesling today – but cheese has an equally broad spectrum of flavor profiles. And our tastes change. For instance, my best…
Recipe of the Week: Grilled Halibut Tacos with Watermelon Salsa
Heather Christo's grilled halibut tacos are a refreshing summer supper
Maybe the only thing more summery than a fish taco is a fish taco topped with watermelon salsa. Seattle foodie and entertaining pro Heather Christo has a recipe for just that, and it will have you wishing you were beachside with an icy beverage in one hand and this fresh dish in the other. The…
Road Trip: Port Townsend Boat Show and Film Festival
Why a trip to Port Townsend for September's Boat Show and Film festival is a must
WHERE:Port Townsend, a picturesque maritime city on the Olympic Peninsula. WHY: Because Port Townsend is great anytime, but even better when there’s a boat show or film fest. WHAT, PART 1: Since 1979, the Wooden Boat Festival (9/11–9/13; Point Hudson; nwmaritime.org) has celebrated Port Townsend’s historic past as a thriving seaport. This year, the party…
Eroica, the Labor of Love
Auction of WA Wines "Meet the Maker" Series
Wendy came from Australia seven years ago and is not looking back after she named Chateau St. Michelle home. She indulges in her favorite events at the Auction of WA wine, which include the picnics and gala. They happen to take place right on the grounds of Chateau St. Michelle.
What do Steve Winwood and Chris Peterson of Avennia have in Common?
(Hint: I'm the same boy I used to be)
As Chris Peterson explains, Avennia is the small and new winery on the block that is already receiving high praise. He loves the one on one vibe at the Auction of WA Wine picnic, but has a lot of fun with the winemakers dinner as well. He also gushes about his beautiful new wine, Valery….
Charlie Hoppes, Quintessance Vineyard and the Auction of WA Wines Make a Great Trio
Auction of WA Wines "Meet the Maker" Series
Charlie, owner and winemaker, explains the value of Auction of Washington Wines. He also dishes on a new vineyard on Red Mountain called Quintessence that Fidelitas is utilizing.
Remember when the Grape Killer lot raised $35K for charity?
Auction of WA Wines "Meet the Maker" Series
Grape Killer’s favorite memory of the Auction of Washington Wine was when seven of his etched nine-liter wines all sold for double in price. That meant $35,000 was earned for Children’s Hospital and he couldn’t of been more proud.
Flavors Galore at Coyle’s Bakeshop in Greenwood
Both sweet and savory shine at Coyle’s long-awaited brick-and-mortar bakery
I confess. I’m not wild about cretzels. When pastry chef Rachael Coyle (The Herbfarm, Le Pichet) launched her pop-up at Book Larder in 2013, her signature extra-crunchy croissant-pretzel hybrid was the talk of the town. I found them too hard and one-note in flavor. It was Coyle’s rich, handmade desserts that captured my attention. Happily,…
Kevin Zelko’s Climb of a Lifetime
This notorious cancer survivor plans to climb Mt. Rainier with a 46-lb. MLS trophy in tow
Four years ago, he gained notoriety for using Twitter (@Msbeervendor) to sell beer at Safeco Field. Three years later, he was back in the news for raising $25,000 to buy Seahawks jerseys for every kid at Seattle’s Kimball Elementary, where he taught special education. But now, Kevin Zelko is raising money for a much more…
A Taste of The Tropics at Hotel Albatross
Set sail with spirited tiki drinks and kicky street food at this Ballard hangout
Ever since Coleridge’s famed “Rime of the Ancient Mariner,” the albatross has been seen as an unwelcome weight. But Hotel Albatross, on the west end of Ballard’s Market Street (2319 NW Market St.; 206.566.6181; Facebook, “Hotel Albatross Ballard”), is so full of exuberant and spirituous fun, it quickly alleviates any burdens. But, first, know it’s…
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