Saint Martin’s University is gearing up for its annual major fundraiser for student scholarships, the Saint Martin’s Gala, with not one, but two celebrity chefs this year and a butcher! Chefs Tom Douglas and Thierry Rautureau, The Chef in the Hat™, and butcher Dario Cecchini are set to host the event at the Marcus Pavilion on Saint Martin’s campus in Lacey on November 4, … [Read more...] about Saint Martin’s University Gala 2023
Cuisine
Wanna Cupcake? Opens Second Location
Wanna Cupcake? is a gourmet cupcake and specialty cake bakery in Puyallup. With a full espresso bar featuring Dillano’s coffee, as well as smoothies, Italian sodas and energy drink spritzers, Wanna Cupcake? recently added a new takeout-only location in University Place in the Green Firs Shopping Center with neighbors Trader Joe’s and Safeway. “With our first store’s success … [Read more...] about Wanna Cupcake? Opens Second Location
Olympia Farmers Market Gets Ready to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week
The Olympia Farmers Market is gearing up for an exciting National Farmers Market Week from August 10-13, 2023. Over the past year, our farmers market community has continued to showcase adaptability in our rapidly changing world. Farmers markets are designed in partnership with the people they serve, creating a space where market operators, farmers, shoppers, and neighbors … [Read more...] about Olympia Farmers Market Gets Ready to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week
Summer Alfresco Dining in the South Sound
With the return of the glorious summer sun and a collective yearning for the chance to enjoy the warmer weather with family and friends, we are all looking for an opportunity to catch up over libations or celebrate special events with loved ones. We have cultivated a list of our favorite spots to meet under patio umbrellas or nestled next to a table fire pit. (As always, … [Read more...] about Summer Alfresco Dining in the South Sound
Fresh Shopping at Local Farmers Markets
Getting fresh groceries, supporting local farmers, and spending time outside is a win-win-win. Here's where to do it. There are many things to celebrate about spring coming back: Not having to wear eight layers every time you leave the house, being able to exercise outside again, flowers blooming, and, last but not least, the return of all your favorite farmers markets. … [Read more...] about Fresh Shopping at Local Farmers Markets