Going for Gold on a New Stage …

Going for Gold on a New Stage | Chef Doug Elliott

From step stools at the kitchen counter with his mom to a resume full of Executive Chef positions, Doug Elliott has made a name for himself up and down the Pacific Northwest. This two-time Best of the Northwest Gold Winner brings his passion for food to a new setting, the Peace Arch City Café & Bar in Blaine. Originally from Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Elliott developed some tasty skills alongside his gross and fine motor skills. He says he…

Feel Good About You Every …

Feel Good About You Every Single Day | Wild Hare Beauty Co.

On Peace Portal Drive in Blaine there’s a very cozy, very cool salon where the vibe lies in that relaxed happy space between glam and bohemian. The single styling chair faces a big picture…

Kitchen Tips & Tricks: …

Kitchen Tips & Tricks: Electric Slow Cookers

About the appliance Before you start cooking, make sure you get comfortable with your specific model of electric slow cooker or Crock-Pot. The three main components of these appliances are the lid, the inner container (or the crock), and the base. The base produces heat that travels…

From Rustic Diners to Italian …

From Rustic Diners to Italian Cuisine and Everything in Between | Great Eats Along Mt. Baker Highway

It’s no secret that Mt. Baker has something to offer to everyone no matter who you are, where you come…

Five Faves: Best Bottles of …

Five Faves: Best Bottles of Bubbly

During the holiday season we trade in chicken for turkey and socks for stockings, so why not swap out regular beverages for something bubblier? These Washington…

’Tis the Season to Be …

’Tis the Season to Be Shopping | Local Holiday Arts Markets

Whether you’re an artist, maker, shopper, or lover of unique gifts, the holiday season always brings out the best and most diverse markets in the region, from the sip and shop artist markets in local Bellingham breweries and cideries to the expansive markets of Allied Arts and the Pacific Arts Market…

Two Very Different Walla …

Two Very Different Walla Walla Hotels | The FINCH and The Marcus Whitman

Often referred to as “the town so nice, they named it twice,” Walla Walla is a well-known Eastern Washington destination for wine lovers, but it’s also a culinary destination, and a shopping one—I spent far too much money on Main Street in just four days! I was lucky enough to experience the town twice, at two very different properties: The FINCH…

Mixing Tin

Peppermint Mocha Martini Ingredients: Vodka, cooled Espresso, Baileys Chocolate, Kahlua, Peppermint Extract, Chocolate Syrup, and crushed peppermint Ingredients: 2 ounce Vodka 2 ounce fresh espresso (cooled) You can also leave out. 1 ounce Baileys Chocolate 1/2 ounce Kahlua or other coffee liqueur 1/8 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Rim a glass with chocolate syrup and crushed peppermint. Freeze glass until ready to use. Mix ingredients all together in shaker, shake 30-35 times, strain into martini glass. Merry…

Gifts for Good: Businesses …

Gifts for Good: Businesses Making a Difference

In the heart of Bellingham, a diverse tapestry of businesses is weaving a narrative of community and compassion. These establishments, from bookstores to breweries,…

Wine Pick Of The Month

November Van Vino Vineyards 2021 GRENACHE As a writer who represents the wine industry in our region, I must crumple and toss out the complaint of, “Oh, you’re covering too much local!” After all: We Speak to Where You Live. So yes, I will write about Van Vino a second time, because they…

Winter Warm Up

Nothing brings warmth back to the frigid winter weather like all things soft and snuggly! Whether you’re curled up by the fire or…

Giving Local Indigenous …

Giving Local Indigenous Artists and Authors a Showcase | Native Arts 360

Whatcom County is an area awash with artists, galleries, and art festivals. Yet despite the rich tradition of vibrant art in Coast Salish indigenous communities, local artists from these communities have struggled for visibility. That is, until now. From an extended summer solstice exhibit featuring indigenous and underrepresented artists at the Bellis Fair Mall,…

Your New Favorite Evening …

Your New Favorite Evening Hangout | Starla’s

Jordan Koplowitz and Christy Wyble found success in the Seattle food scene with Blotto, a popular pizza joint named by the New York Times as one of Seattle’s 25 best restaurants. But when the landlord told them the building was going to be sold, Koplowitz and Wyble decided to act on an idea they’d long been considering to move out of the city and…

Where Funky Meets Fabulous | …

Where Funky Meets Fabulous | apse

The Shop Nestled into the Herald Building is apse, a jewelry store looking to subvert the common idea of “jewelry stores.” Small signage with their cattywampus logo denotes where to look if you want something a little outside the jewelry box. The Atmosphere The interior of apse is a cross between an art gallery…

Joy to the Fishies Down in …

Joy to the Fishies Down in Padden Creek | Padden Creek 24th to 30th Streets Restoration Project

For the past two years, the City of Bellingham has been working on the Padden Creek 24th to 30th Streets Restoration Project—and Phase 2’s construction just wrapped up. The city has been working to restore Padden Creek for over a…

Holiday Wish List

The wonderful thing about this time of year is that it’s full of opportunities to celebrate. No matter your religion or culture there are so many chances to spend time with the people you love, consume delicious things, and send off the year with joy, community, and love! Our Holiday Wish List can help!…

8 Great Tastes

We recently picked up a box of treats from New Whatcom Pastries for the office – we had the Almond Bear Claw, Raspberry Diamond, Butter Braid, Cherry Turnover, Rhubarb Boat, and Chocolate Streusel,…

Raise a Glass to Excellence …

Raise a Glass to Excellence at Bayernmoor Cellars | Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Nestled amidst the vibrant wine country of Woodinville, Washington, Bayernmoor Cellars Tasting Room offers a unique and immersive experience for those seeking a taste of excellence. This charming establishment, founded by passionate husband-and-wife duo Kim and Larry Harris, is dedicated to crafting exceptional wines that reflect the rich heritage in the tradition of Burgundy. Kim and Larry’s journey into…

Family Fun at Mach1 | Mach1 …

Family Fun at Mach1 | Mach1 Speedway & Arcade

Bellingham has a new race track in town, and it’s revving up the fun factor for the whole family! Mach1 Speedway offers an electrifying experience with its state-of-the-art electric go-karts, catering to speed enthusiasts of all ages. …

Whatcom Literacy Council Does …

Whatcom Literacy Council Does So Much More Than You Think

Katherine Freimund is on a mission. As executive director of Whatcom Literacy Council she coordinates numerous activities that assist residents of Whatcom County to read…

Cider Donuts | The Revolution …

Cider Donuts | The Revolution Will Be Well Fed: Recipes for Creating Community

From Skagit-based publisher Raspberry Bow Press, The Revolution Will Be Well Fed features baking recipes for breakfast, snacks, and desserts, as well as essays and history exploring the connections between food, community, and social movements. Author Corrie Locke-Hardy’s recipes are all intended to be scalable and packable, making them easy to bring along to your next potluck or community organizing meeting. For more information or to purchase a copy, go to raspberrybowpress.com. These baked-and-glazed…

“Poised to Practical” | …

“Poised to Practical” | Copper Knot Co.

Whether you are gift shopping for yourself or a loved one, finding an accessory that is local, sustainable, and unique is always a challenge. Enter: Alyssa Carter, a PNW-based milliner who specializes in creating and teaching others to make one-of-a-kind hats. Carter began her business, Copper Knot Co., in February 2023 after looking for a creative outlet that…

Since Time Immemorial | …

Since Time Immemorial | Takwiltsa Cheryl Kinley Sanders

Since Time Immemorial is a recurring series featuring community members whose families have been here since time immemorial. The ancestral knowledge carried by Lhaq’temish, Nooksack, and other Coast Salish peoples…

Two Island Nations, One Salish Sea | Hands Across the Water