February 2012
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This is Seattle on a sunny day!
p111.mov Watch on Posterous I had to capture today on video. Shot from the International District of Seattle. Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
December 2011
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How do you like your S'mores?
I’m visiting the family in Des Moines, IA and I found the go-to bakery cafe in town - La Mie (http://www.lamiebakery.com/). They have a wonderful selection of pastries and fresh bread as well as a solid menu for lunch and dinner. Yesterday I tried their take on s’mores. It was very good, but the chocolate to marshmallow to graham cracker ratio fell in favor of a rich chocolate...
What foods do you crave in the winter?
Today is the first day of winter,but we’re no strangers to cold temperatures. Seattle has been unusually cold at times. When the temperature drops I crave warm, hearty dishes. Soup is at the top list. I’m eager to make a Ribollita soup - white cannellini beans mixed with tomato, veggies, toasty bread and Parmesan all on one bowl. How about you? What are you craving? Posted...
November 2011
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First Book from Next Restaurant-Now Available...
Got a note in email about this, I’m sure the 200+ photos are gorgeous… We are excited to announce the first book from Next Restaurant is available today, exclusively on the iBookstore. Paris: 1906 is a complete, uncompromising guide to reproducing the 4-star opening menu of chefs Grant Achatz and David Beran. This digital book includes: Recipes: exact recipes for...
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Is Boxed Water Better?
As I stepped outside one day, I noticed this interesting carton on the street. There was a bit of irony as the carton made a loud claim that “Boxed Water Is Better” whilst littering the street. I did a bit of research and it turns out this carton hails from Grand Rapids, Michigan. There’s a lot of thought being given to how we can minimize the negative impact to our...
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Any given summer day at Cal Anderson Park
Cal Anderson Park - May 2011 Capitol Hill neighborhood Seattle, WA Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
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Grocery run in Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill neighborhood, Seattle, WA April 2011 Pine Street (between Belmont & Boylston) Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
More on Oysters...
[View the story “Oysters” on Storify] Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
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Oysters & Wine at Taylor Shellfish Farms in...
Taylor Shelfish Farms, which opened it’s doors in Capitol Hill on July 21, 2011, was a great addition to Melrose Market. What a lot of people are just getting turned on to is the fact that you not only can buy a selection of fresh oysters, clams and the ever perplexing goeduck, but it’s also a great spot for lunch & or maybe even a light dinner. I stopped in not too long...
October 2011
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Dishcrawl Seattle & Local Seattle Chef Get A...
If you haven’t seen much of me these past few weeks it’s because I’ve been busy working on launching an exciting social dining journey in Seattle. Last month I started working for Dishcrawl. Dishcrawl is a national start-up founded on the premise that communities can be brought together through good food and good company, four restaurants in one night. We’re rapidly...
September 2011
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My Dishcrawl Portland Adventure!
While working hard on the Dishcrawl Seattle launch, I had the opportunity to take a bit of a break and headed to Portland. Dishcrawl Portland launched successfully last month and this past Tuesday I joined their second crawl. We explored NE Alberta Street in northeast Portland with a very social group of 38 food enthusiasts! Our first stop was The Grilled Cheese Grill. Co-owner Matt Breslow...
August 2011
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How Does Yelp Rate In Your Book? #question...
The Stranger had an “I, Anonymous” (QUIT YER YELPING) a while ago that caught my attention. It is true, there are some horrible reviews out there from many who fail at basic English grammar. Comments at times are ludicrous and perhaps have little to do with how well an establishment delivers its core product or service. The concept of Yelp is admirable, but I personally place...
May 2011
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Little black box deconstructed #sweetsurprise
A sweet surprise delivered directly from Paris :) Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
The most fantastic wedding video I have EVER seen...
Seriously, this looks like it was so fun to make! What a fantastic keepsake that everyone had a part in. joya and emre | wedding music video from David Robin on Vimeo. Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
DRY Soda Savor the Flavor Tour Launch Party...
Keep an eye out becuase you may soon see the DRY Soda Tasting Truck touring your neighborhood soon. This past Monday (5/2/11), DRY Soda hosted a little party. I got to check out their truck and tasted a few of their DRY Soda flavors. The highlight was the creative DRY Soda cocktails! Can’t wait for the truck to hit Seattle in full force. I also heard that there might soon be an...
April 2011
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Downtown Seattle and it's many food spots were...
This weekend Seattle’s Washington State Convention & Trade center was host to Sakura-con, the oldest and most well attended anime convention in the Pacific Northwest, now in its 14th year. There were plenty of attendees in costume. It was fantastic to see such creativity and all were ready to show it off. See the full gallery on Posterous Posted...
Marination Station (@curb_cuisine) is open for...
It was opening weekend for Marination Station in Capitol Hill Seattle this past weekend. The location is great, but also a little quirky. Marination Station makes it home on the corner of Broadway and Pike above the QFC grocery store. It also happens to be next door neighbors to a most baffling Chinese restaurant, Little Shanghai. Baffling because that place has been open for...
This virutal music box will keep you busy for a...
Found this app online and can’t stop creating random music patterns. There’s no way to share the music patterns that you make but if you take a screenshot of your pattern, you can share that with friends who can recreate it to listen to your tune or make their own. I am warning you though, you may be playing around with this for hours… Posted via email ...
January 2011
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A Look Back: 16 Seattle Restaurants Step Up To...
One year ago today, I rallied together sixteen Seattle-area restaurants asking them to donate much needed financial aid towards the relief efforts in Haiti. It was a proud moment to see such a fantastic response. Download now or watch on posterous Dine_Out_Seattle_for_Haiti_01-24-10.wmv (14308 KB) It was not possible for all of us to travel to...
Thai-gotta go...Thai Curry Simple 2 in Capitol...
I finally had the chance to check out the Thai Curry Simple 2 stand. I stumbled upon it one day on one of my walks if you’re driving you might even miss it. It’s located at 1122 E. Madison (corner with 12th Ave) taking up some of the Cobra Lounge parking space and has been up & running for about a month now. They offer a handful of lunch choices as well as iced Thai...
Should You Visit The Farm Where the Chicken You...
It’s good to know where your food is coming from. Portlandia pokes a little fun on how serious one can get about knowing all the details. Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
#BitToSelf: Music To Check Out
Thank you interwebs for introducing me to some new music. The Knife - a Swedish electro-pop duo that’s been around since ‘99. The song “You Make Me Like Charity” (Deep Cuts) - pretty sweet. Will have to check this album out… Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
December 2010
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NewsBit: The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants - How many...
This is a list that is created after polling top chefs, well respected food critics and well-known restaurateurs - you can find the full list at: http://www.theworlds50best.com/ Awards night video: Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
Real Farm-to-table experiment ends in a 6 course...
This is a story about Splotch the pig and his journey into the culinary world - literally. It made me recall the year in my youth when some friends of the family asked if we wanted them to raise some chickens for us. The chicks were so cute. Little did I know that I would eventually be asked to help butcher the poor things. The whole thing just weirded me out. Perhaps that’s one of the...
My New Favorite Game Online - www.knoword.org I'm...
I was hopping around the Internet and discovered a cool site for word geeks like me - http://www.knoword.org. I see a new addiction in the making! This is actually a game that presents you with the definition of a word and the word’s first letter, then it’s up to you to fill in the rest of the word for points; the faster you go the better. You’ll be hooked soon :) ...
No, no, no...give me a million dollars!
Remember the days of chain letters asking for money? This is way better! A video and a list of people you’re addressing with your message - funny bit of humor: The guy even made a follow-up: Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
Sneak Peek of Eltana: Let's Get Down To Serious...
I had the chance to get a preview of the bagels at Eltana yesterday. You will definitely want to check this place out. If you’ve tried Montreal bagels and have been missing them, this will certainly help fill a void. The bagels at Eltana are not meant to be exact copies of the Montreal bagel, but they really do capture the flavor and texture of the Montreal bagel. You can be sure Eltana...
Some Of My Favorite Food Books In 2010 featuring...
So many great food & drink related books were released this year. It was really tough to keep up, but very fun trying even if it meant just hitting the highlights. I only got through just a fraction of all the books of my list. Hope you get the chance to check some of these out especially my two local favorites: Ethan Stowell’s New Italian Kitchen: Bold Cooking from...
Load Up Your Kitchen With More Stuff
There are a ton of great deals to be found right now! I strolled through a few stores in downtown Seattle and saw a ton of sales and discounts. This time of year is often an ideal time to stock up on kitchen gear and books. It does require some research and a little bit of being at the right place at the right time. Here are some ideas to get you started on what’s hot right now: ...
An Evening In With Top Pot
I have been craving Top Pot Doughnuts for at least a couple of weeks now. For those who are not from Seattle, Top Pot are some of the best doughnuts in town. At Top Pot you can pick up a Classic Old Fashioned, Apple Fritters and filled doughnuts among others. They offer more than 40 different types of doughnuts. I love going there on a crisp rainy weekend day to grab a doughnut an Ovaltine...
Awesome! Paul McCartney and Jimmy Fallon Sing...
It was an unexpected surprise to hear Paul McCartney and Jimmy Fallon’s ode to food :) http://eater.com/archives/2010/12/10/paul-mccartney-and-jimmy-fallon-sing-scrambled-eggs-aka-yesterday.php Posted via email from feast! | Comment »
Start Your Own Food Quest!
Food quests are sweet! Just started reading through Mimi Sheraton’s The Bialy Eaters: The Story of a Bread and a Lost World. She travels to the Polish town of Bialystok to research the history of this traditional Jewish bread, the bialy. It was a food report trip for Conde Nast Traveler magazine set this research in motion. Mimi is really a pro at this kind of investigation having...
October 2010
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Where Did I Go? My Southeast Asia Tour
It was long trip number two this year and it was a completely different experience from Central America. There’s nothing like the comfort of speaking the language when you travel abroad and as a native Spanish-speaker, Central America was a breeze. Although, by the looks of me, the locals often didn’t believe I was a Latina. I have light skin (even lighter due to my Seattle tan),...
September 2010
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Pre-trip Packing for Mini SE Asia Tour
I’m so excited about my upcoming trip, but it really snuck up on me! I booked this trip to SE Asia back in May feeling like it was so far away. Now it’s crunch time and I have to get packing! Taking the same approach as my last trip, I am limiting myself to my simple trusty backpack that got me through Central America. So as not to deviate from my usual M.O. I’m find myself...
August 2010
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Food Photography with Penny De Los Santos - Live...
At first glance, you can somehow see Penny De Los Santos’ huge personality and wonderful curiosity. She is constantly looking around and studying everything. Then she starts talking about her work and you feel her tremendous passion. I walked away quite energized and I’m not even a photographer. Penny De Los Santos doesn’t take pictures, she makes pictures and they are...
Modernist Cuisine: The Art & Science of Cooking -...
Modernist Cuisine: The Art & Science of Cooking - Live From the International Food Bloggers Conference #IFBC [[posterous-content:pid___0]] Dr. Nathan Myhrvold talked about the book Modernist Cuisine:The Art & Science of Cooking and had slides that showed some pages and photography from the book. I was too busy looking at the photos and video and didn’t take many notes. ...
Writing/Technology: Law & Ethics of Food Blogging...
Writing/Technology: Law & Ethics of Food Blogging - Live From the International Food Bloggers Conference #IFBC Not taking many notes of this one because you will find the copy of the presentation to be more meaty. It’s a bit harsh to sit through this on after lunch, but it is picking up. ___________________________________ Robert Schroeder, Director of FTC Office Seattle: FTC...
Writing With All Five Senses - Live From the...
Writing With All Five Senses - Live From the International Food Bloggers Conference #IFBC Lemons are being passed around for a little exercise in writing with all five senses. Participants are asked to describe the way a lemon looks as if to someone who has never seen one. Some of the description are quite poetic and some very funny. Posted via email from feast! | Comment »...
Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Building Traffic...
Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Building Traffic and Social Media-Live From the International Food Bloggers Conference I will be posting my notes from each of the session at the IFBC, but please keep in mind they are very rough and just the highlights. Hope you find them useful, especially if you are not able to attend. Be sure to check http://www.foodista.com/ifbc2010/ for IFBC...
July 2010
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Late Night Dinner @Tavolàta
Once again my Facebook friends came through with a great late night dinner suggestion: Tavolàta (2323 2nd Ave Seattle, WA) I forgot that they serve food until 11 pm. Tavolàta, who participated in my Dine Out Seattle for Haiti earlier this year, has a great dinner menu. Last night’s selection consisted of -Warm Baguette served with Arbequina Olives in an olive oil & balsamic...
Sushi Kappo Tamura Opening Night
Had the chance to stop in at Sushi Kappo Tamura on their grand opening tonight. This is the third venture for Kyoto-native Taichi Kitamura. I wish I could tell you that all three of his restaurants are open, but the sad news is that Sushi Kappo Tamura is meant to replace Kappo while Chiso remains open.Kappo was by far more than a restaurant, it was an experience that put you at the table with...
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Seattle and The Beatles
I recently shared a little fact that Seattle was the first city to play a Beatles song on the radio. I have been told that song was “I Want To Hold Your Hand.” That would make sense since it was their first #1 Hit on the Billboard Top 100, but I’m not 100% sure if that was really the song played on air in Seattle. I’m still looking for the best way to confirm this...
Disappearing Mountain Makes A Comeback Today
One of the main attractions of Seattle requires no tickets, no line-ups, no need to pack into a stuffy room - you just need to wish for a clear blue Seattle skies, good weather and some time to sneak out for a look. On the corner of West Highland Drive and 2nd Avenue West in Seattle you will find Kerry Park and one of the best views of Elliot Bay, downtown Seattle, our famous Space Needle and...
New to Capitol Hill - Food from El Salvador
I got to reminisce a little this weekend about my trip through Central America. Capitol Hill regulars can now enjoy food from the Central American country of El Salvador. Guanaco’s Tacos Pupuseria has opened a second location to it’s original restaurant located in University District. The new place is located on 219 Broadway E inside the building that houses Table 219. Although...
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Espresso Vivace: One of Seattle's great coffee...
My coffee addiction can resume now that I am back in Seattle. I have tried a few things on the Vivace menu from a simple shot of espresso to the more complex Caffe Nico. My favorite is the Caffe Caramel that is subtly sweet and topped with a creamy, hand-designed foam. Now that I’ve been spoiled by these espresso drinks, it’s hard for me to find equivalents when I’m out of...
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Great Breakfast Spot in Redmond, WA
Today I discovered Village Square Cafe in Redmond. When I worked in Redmond, I would leave the house early to beat traffic and often had to sacrifice breakfast. Sometimes leaving early to beat traffic meant getting to work early and I never knew there was a worthy breakfast place nearby. If you find yourself in Redmond and need a good breakfast to start your day, check this place out. They...
June 2010
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A New Addiction - brought to you by Uwajimaya
I love strolling thru Uwajimaya market and trying new things. Not too long ago, I found this sweet treat and was stunned by the size of the container. It conveniently has a handle on the lid :) Little did I know that there is perhaps a reason for the mega-sized container. I jest not, I finished an entire container in one day - yikes! Want to see if you have a little more self control...
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A Record-Breaking SIFF 2010 Comes To A Close Last...
The 36th Annual Seattle International Film Festival 2010 came to a successful and record-breaking end last night. My travel schedule was a bit hectic and I was only able to make it to two SIFF movies, but it’s so great to hear that there was high attendance overall this year. It is so awesome having the nation’s largest film festival right in our backyard and although my presence...
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A Record-Breaking SIFF 2010 Comes To A Close Last...
The 36th Annual Seattle International Film Festival 2010 came to a successful and record-breaking end last night. My travel schedule was a bit hectic and I was only able to make it to two SIFF movies, but it’s so great to hear that there was high attendance overall this year. It is so awesome having the nation’s largest film festival right in our backyard and although my presence...
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Ken Griffey Jr Retires and one man will get all...
Breaking News: Ken Griffey Jr Retires: http://ow.ly/1TlRY I caught in on the news just now and I love these images of a Seattle reporter working hard to get the scoop :) Posted via web from feast! | Comment »