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The Return of a Fairhaven Favorite | Dirty Dan Harris SteakhouseDine

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8 Great Tastes | February 2026Dine

A Taste of the Mediterranean in the Pacific Northwest | Little Ferraro KitchenDine

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Sharing the Tastes of Japan in Bellingham | Iki Izakaya & Bar

A fresh new Japanese dining experience is opening soon in downtown Bellingham courtesy of Bank and Aoi, the husband and wife duo behind the popular Thai Maison restaurant. Iki Izakaya & Bar draws inspiration from Japanese izakayas. Much like tapas bars, izakayas are popular after-work spaces where friends, family, and coworkers gather to share small bites, dynamic drinks, and good conversation. At its heart, Iki Izakaya & Bar encourages connection over creative Japanese dishes. Menu…

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Sweetheart Spots | Dining Destinations for Every Kind of Romance

Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of discovering and sharing some of the most memorable restaurants across our region—each one with…

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Art is Everything and Everywhere Author/Artists | Patricia and Richard Missler

Over the years I’ve known a lot of artists. To me they fall into two broad categories: artists who keep studios away from their homes and artists who make their entire home a studio. Patricia and Richard Missler are definitely the latter. Every wall in their home displays the paintings that the couple have spent…

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Local Metalsmiths Craft One-of-a-Kind Jewelry

Metalsmithing is an ancient craft dating back to the Bronze Age when artists first began to forge and shape metal. When…

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Wine Pick of the Month | Rombauer Vineyards 2022 Zinfandel

ROMBAUER VINEYARDS 2022 ZINFANDEL The 2022 Rombauer Zinfandel continues the Napa Valley winery’s tradition of bold, fruit-driven reds with broad appeal. This vintage bursts with ripe blackberry, raspberry, and plum, layered with vanilla, licorice, and sweet spice from 10 months of aging in American and French oak. Lush and full-bodied, the wine balances rich fruit with smooth tannins and a hint of pepper on the finish. At 15.9% ABV, it’s generous…

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A Contemporary Curation of Craftsmanship | Bitters Co.

Sisters Amy and Katie Carson of Bitters Co. have worked closely with craftspeople for over three decades to develop their unique homewares collection. Beyond a direct-to-customer and wholesale business, Bitters Co. is a design and product development studio with a deep appreciation for “traditional craft, use of sustainable materials, and…

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Steak Oscar | Pan-Seared Filet with Asparagus, Warm Crab, and Béarnaise Recipe | Chef Matthew’s Corner

February may be the shortest month, but it’s easily the sweetest. With Valentine’s Day at the center and the first hints of winter shifting toward spring, it’s the perfect time for a classic timeless steakhouse dish that feels both romantic and achievable at home. Steak Oscar, born in the…

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No Charge, No Judgement for Mountain Rescue | Bellingham Mountain Rescue

New Year’s Day, 2025. Mt. Baker Wilderness. A backcountry snowboarder reported overdue. As daylight faded, volunteers from Bellingham Mountain Rescue (BMR) worked against the clock to devise a rescue strategy. The shifting elements conspired against them: frigid temperatures, heavy snowfall, avalanche hazards, and complex terrain. The snowboarder…

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A Classy Place to Eat Steak With Grace | Cask and Cleaver Steakhouse

I’ve got great news for local bourbon and steak lovers! There’s a new, delicious steakhouse in Mount Vernon—Cask and Cleaver! Bill Constantine, owner of Cask and Cleaver and Il Granaio Italian Restaurant, opened this bourbon-centered steakhouse on Nov. 1, 2025. Constantine found that he wanted to spice things up and take on a new challenge. At…

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The Mixing Tin | Love Potion No. 9

  LOVE POTION NO. 9 Sip into something seductive this Valentine’s Day with the Love Potion No. 9, a vibrant cocktail blending vodka, peach schnapps,…

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Galentine’s Guide

It’s been 16 years since Galentine’s Day first hit the mainstream, thanks to the sitcom “Parks and Recreation.” According to character Leslie Knope, the day before Valentine’s is all about “ladies celebrating ladies” with brunch, heartfelt stories, and showing plenty of love to all your gal-pals. Galentine’s Day has outlived its origins and grown to encompass all sorts of celebrations around non-romantic…

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Duct Tape, Banked Turns, and Legendary Snowboarding | Legendary Banked Slalom

Updated 2/6/26: After our February 2026 issue went to print, the 37th Legendary Banked Slalom was postponed due to “an unworkable snowpack in the Natural Halfpipe.” We corrected and updated the online version of our article with…