Bakeries are personal. One bakes your favorite baguette; another rolls the perfect rugelach, and another brews the best coffee. Then there’s cake and donuts… The best advice is to cast your net far and wide and sample the wares. Here are a few ideas to get you started: Thurston County Both the San Francisco Street Bakery and the Blue Heron Bakery have deep roots in … [Read more...] about Bakeries: A Sweet Slice of Life
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The Reef: Olympia’s Reimagined ‘Finer Diner’
Olympia welcomes back The Reef, a much-beloved eatery in the heart of downtown. With new ownership and management, The Reef offers homage to its roots by keeping its diner vibe with original tile floors, ceiling, and furniture after having undergone a deep clean and refurbishment. It’s a family-welcoming atmosphere with a fresh, seasonal menu offering traditional favorites like … [Read more...] about The Reef: Olympia’s Reimagined ‘Finer Diner’
Cider Swig
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of cider, food, music, and fun! The highly anticipated Cider Swig 2024 returns to LeMay – America’s Car Museum in Tacoma on Saturday, September 28th, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM (gates open at 11:30 AM for pre-ticketed attendees). This year’s event features anexciting lineup of live music, local food vendors, competitions, and over 30 … [Read more...] about Cider Swig
Red Wagon Burgers
Sink Your Teeth Into This! Introduce your hunger to Red Wagon Burgers in Tumwater. The 100% fresh Angus chuck ground beef patties are hand-rolled and pressed on site. Your meal will be cooked to your specific order. Of course, you can accompany your sandwich with French fries, house-made onion rings, or mozzarella sticks. New owner Jennifer Dierking is keeping all the … [Read more...] about Red Wagon Burgers
Happy 20th Anniversary, Toscanos Italian Grill
Any meal at Toscanos Italian Grill is a celebration. Be greeted with its genuine warmth and incredible smells. Sue Walker is one of the managing owners whose hands-on attention to her team, the guests, the service and the food, truly makes a difference during your dining experience. Personal care it taken with each order, so you are assured it was made just for you. The … [Read more...] about Happy 20th Anniversary, Toscanos Italian Grill