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
Food and Drink
Asian Fusion with a bit of Flair at Red Lantern
"Red Lantern" is often symbolic of warmth, prosperity, or tradition in Asian cultures. That was why the name was chosen for Red Lantern Asian Fusion when the owners, Tiffany Lin and Hung Pham opened the establishment six years ago in Yelm. They offer an elegant asian dining experience in the heart of downtown Yelm. When you walk in you notice a swanky atmosphere which … [Read more...] about Asian Fusion with a bit of Flair at Red Lantern
Sip and Savor your Way Through Taste Northwest June 27-29th
Sip and Savor your way through Taste Northwest at the Washington State Fair Grounds June 27th-29th. Now in there fourth year of celebrating flavor, fun and community. They are featuring 150 food and marketplace vendors, live music stages and comedy stages and the first annual Puyallup Paddle Battle Pickball Tournament. Gather your friends and dive into beer and cider … [Read more...] about Sip and Savor your Way Through Taste Northwest June 27-29th
Chef Rick Bayless to Headline Saint Martin’s Gala
The Saint Martin's University Gala will celebrate its 20th anniversary with host Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless this year on Saturday, November 1. Over the past two decades, the Gala has raised more than $21 million in support of student scholarships, transforming the lives of hundreds of Saints by making their educational dreams a reality. Rooted in the Catholic Benedictine value … [Read more...] about Chef Rick Bayless to Headline Saint Martin’s Gala
Fondi Pizzeria Opens their Newest location in Proctor Tacoma
Fondi Pizzeria has opened their Tacoma location this past week 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 … [Read more...] about Fondi Pizzeria Opens their Newest location in Proctor Tacoma