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’
Food and Drink
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
Ricardo’s Kitchen & Bar Celebrating 20 Years
Reaching its 20th year in business, Ricardo’s Kitchen & Bar is maturing extraordinarily well along with its Omaha dry-aged beef. Since Shane Holland made the transition from general manager to owner two years ago, he has been upgrading countless details to create an interactive, inspired experience for diners while offering exceptional cuisine. If you haven’t been in a … [Read more...] about Ricardo’s Kitchen & Bar Celebrating 20 Years
Local Kitsap County Chef Brings Brasil to You
A good cook is like an artist, mixing colors and mediums while experimenting to produce a beautiful picture. Sandra Rocha Evanoff was born in the Bahia region of northern Brazil. As a child, she was introduced to the kitchen while assisting her mother in the small bed and breakfast she operated. She learned about fresh foods from her father who operated a fruit market. This … [Read more...] about Local Kitsap County Chef Brings Brasil to You
Woven Seafood & Chophouse A Fresh Twist On Cultural Cuisine
Roy Yamaguchi opened the first Pacific Northwest restaurant in partnership with the Puyallup Tribe this past week. Woven warmly celebrates the rich fusion of Yamaguchi’s Japanese heritage and pioneering Hawaii regional cuisine, with the culinary traditions of the Puyallup Tribe and the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. The concept for Woven was developed by Yamaguchi, a … [Read more...] about Woven Seafood & Chophouse A Fresh Twist On Cultural Cuisine