Named after a treasured family nickname meaning “my moon,” Mi Luna Cuban Cafe blends rich heritage with joyful hospitality in the heart of Olympia. Established by the family trio of Rich and Kirsten Root, and their son Josiah, the café is a reflection of their shared vision: a warm welcoming space inspired by Cuba’s rustic elegance and European charm--just like its … [Read more...] about Travel To Cuba by Way of Olympia at Mi Luna Cuban Cafe
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Minder Meats Changes Ownership to the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe
The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe is proud to continue a history of excellence with the purchase of Minder Meats in Bremerton. The meat distribution and retail business has been serving a long list of restaurants, businesses and families from Tacoma to Port Angeles since 1943. “It’s truly a win-win situation,” says Eric Croft, Interim CEO of Noo-Kayet Investments, which … [Read more...] about Minder Meats Changes Ownership to the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe
From Scratch: Tasting the Tenderness in Food
Asia Pacific Cultural Center Presents a Series of Multi-Faceted Experiences The simple act of making dumplings creates the foundation for a transformational series of events through the Asia Pacific Cultural Center. Yixuan Pan, Associate Professor at the University of Washington and artist, is orchestrating these community-building experiences. They are being designed to … [Read more...] about From Scratch: Tasting the Tenderness in Food
Fondi Pizzeria Opens their Newest Location in Proctor Tacoma
Fondi Pizzeria has opened their Tacoma location recently in the walkable and family-friendly Proctor District. “Remember how you’ve always said, ‘I wish there was a Fondi closer to me?’ Well, we’ve been listening. We’re beyond excited to announce that Fondi Pizzeria is growing. We’ll be bringing our authentic Neapolitan pizzas, house-made mozzarella, and that Fondi Pizzeria … [Read more...] about Fondi Pizzeria Opens their Newest Location in Proctor Tacoma
Agriculture Innovation Park Boosting Agri-Tourism in Thurston County
Thurston County’s Bountiful Byway now includes the Agriculture Innovation Park, a hub of food, farming, local edibles, and entertainment. “We are open and have retail outlets with truly local foods,” says Aslan Meade, Director of Strategic Alliances at the Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC). The 13-acre property has two finished buildings with room for significant … [Read more...] about Agriculture Innovation Park Boosting Agri-Tourism in Thurston County