The Taste Northwest returns to the Washington State Fair Event Center, June 26-28 - and your summer foodie adventure starts here! Presented by Emerald Queen Casino, the South Sound’s ultimate food and music festival is FREE and celebrates local and international cuisine. Taste packs are on sale now. We are celebrating five years of flavor, fun and community! This summer … [Read more...] about The Taste NW Returns to the WSFEC
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Insert Coin Olympia – Award-Winning Arcade with Food and Fun for All Ages
When you imagine an action-packed arcade with a mixture of nostalgic games adults love and a plethora of games for kids, you have a good start with Insert Coin Olympia. Owners Keli and Dan Coleman have expanded that concept to include excellent food, a full bar for the over 21-crowd, axe throwing, an ice cream parlor, family activities and party spaces. There’s even pizza and a … [Read more...] about Insert Coin Olympia – Award-Winning Arcade with Food and Fun for All Ages
LEMAY CAR MUSEUM ANNOUNCES NEW CAFÉ
LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM) is thrilled to announce the official opening of El Koreano at LeMay – America’s Car Museum, a bold new café experience. Operated by the local ACT 3 Catering, the new café blends Korean and Hispanic culinary traditions into a vibrant fast-casual dining experience designed to complement a visit to the Museum. Known for its street-food … [Read more...] about LEMAY CAR MUSEUM ANNOUNCES NEW CAFÉ
A New Location for Red Lantern Asian Fusion
When Red Lantern Asian Fusion unlocked the doors to its Olympia location on December 6, 2025, it wasn’t just the opening of a second restaurant — it was the continuation of a family story that began years earlier in Yelm. What started as a small, community-rooted eatery has grown into a regional favorite, and the move into downtown Olympia marks a milestone the family behind … [Read more...] about A New Location for Red Lantern Asian Fusion
Saint Martin’s University Announces Chef Renee Erickson as Gala Host
Saint Martin's University has announced that the 2026 Saint Martin's Gala will feature James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Renee Erickson as its celebrity chef host. The Saint Martin's Gala, the University's signature fundraising event for student scholarships, will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, in the Hal and Inge Marcus Pavilion on Saint Martin's Lacey … [Read more...] about Saint Martin’s University Announces Chef Renee Erickson as Gala Host