Down for a B.A.D. Time | Bellingham Aerial and Dance
Bellingham Aerial and Dance (B.A.D.) opened in late September 2024 and has already created waves in the arts community. The business idea came to Max Rodzon, the owner and…
Wine Pick of the Month | Airfield Estates Chardonnay
Airfield Estates Chardonnay delivers a smooth, sun-kissed profile that feels both relaxed and refined. Aromas of ripe apple, lemon curd and a touch of pineapple rise gently from the glass, layered with soft hints…
“Bringing Joyful Bites to Lynden” | Graze and Gather Charcuterie and Bistro
Among the new businesses Lynden Commons has brought to town is Graze and Gather Charcuterie and Bistro, run by local mother-daughter team Lydia Faber and Kristina Wendt….
Looking for Help Making Your Space More Chic? | Schieck Spaces
Mackenzie Schieck is a one-woman operation at Schieck Spaces, where she offers many different creative services, including interior decorating, prop and food styling, writing, and photography. Given the wide range of services she provides, Schieck says that her business is more of a creative…
The Mixing Tin | Pomegranate Mimosa
POMEGRANATE MIMOSA (Based on recipes by Sonja Overhiser and The Chunky Chef.) Mimosas originated as Buck’s Fizz, a 50/50 combination of champagne and orange juice invented in 1921 at Buck’s Club in London. The cocktail has a wonderful fizzy taste and is infinitely adaptable—this version combines the citrusy notes…
A Foodie’s Guide | 2025
It’s here! Check out our February 2025 feature: A Foodie’s Guide.
Cottage Bakeries Throughout the North Sound
Did you know that you could have a bakery right down the street from you and not even know it? Nestled in neighborhoods across Whatcom and Skagit Counties are some unique culinary…
A Global Journey Inspires a Local Wine Bar | Bryan Holmes of Blackbird Wine & Charcuterie
After years of traveling and cultivating a deep appreciation for food and wine, Bryan Holmes returned to Anacortes seeking to translate…
The Whatcom Art Center and All It Provides | Whatcom Art Center
Are you an aspiring artist, with all the corresponding hopes and dreams, but without the space to properly create? Luckily for you, the Whatcom Art Center is up and running. Located in…
Blending Old and New for an Elegant Result | Littlebird Cabinetry
Our client’s Lake Whatcom home was undergoing a major remodel and had a dated kitchen design in need of an update. We had the challenge of combining new elements with the existing cabinetry in a cohesive way. The design called for a dramatic lighted display cabinet…
Wine Pick of the Month | Comeluna Rosso
COMELUNA ROSSO New all-time favorite! Deep cherry notes come through on the nose, joined by notes of dried bark, earth and hints of cinnamon and licorice. Intense cherry notes on the palate that are balanced by nicely integrated acidity. Earth and dried bark notes sneak out on the mid palate…
Old Roots, New Blooms | Blaine Bouquets
As you drive into the charming city of Blaine, just a few minutes south of the Canadian border, one storefront will catch…
Creative Seafood Spot Has its Hooks in Bellingham | Roe
Owner-operator Izzi Rehbein and Chef-Owner Dan Rehbein opened Roe last November with their own capital and concept, hoping to give Bellingham the answer to the question, “Where do you go to get seafood?” The restaurant is all about being neighborly, accessible, and offering relaxed excellence. Seasonal, regional ingredients and seafood are prepared with European techniques and home kitchen creativity. You’ll find caviar/roe all over the menu, possibly in ways you’ve never seen before if you…
An Intentional Space for Gathering Well | LaBelle Bridal Cottage
Nestled in the hilly landscape of the Ferndale countryside, you will find LaBelle Bridal Cottage—a quaint home that Owner Lisa Shumski has turned into a dreamy bridal suite. The warm, vintage environment of the interior is immediately showcased upon entering; a stoic grandfather clock and elegant baby grand piano greet you from across the living room. White furniture is placed throughout the space, and inviting artwork decorates the walls. Shades of red and pink serve as accents, making the…
A Deliciously Romantic Winter Staycation in the San Juan Islands
The San Juan Islands are an understandably popular summer destination for travelers from all over the world, but those of us who live in the North Sound are lucky to have year-round access to their beauty. And I’d argue that the low season—late fall through late spring—is actually the best time to visit. Especially if you, like…
Super Bowl Snacks, With a Twist!
Take your game global this Super Bowl Sunday with a line-up filled with crowd pleasers. These Italian-rooted, Asian inspired, and Hawaiian-style appetizers are sure to score major points with your fans! Add even more international flare by pairing it with some authentic Mexican…
Black History Month
The idea surrounding Black History Month originated in 1915, started by historian and “the father of Black History,” Carter G. Woodson; the idea began during the early stages of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History to combat the lack of information regarding the achievements of Black people. The tradition was originally a one-week celebration in 1926 that…
“A Shop for Dreamers” | Indigo Dreams Fiber Studio
The Shop Walking along the charming streets of Edison, you’ll come across an unassuming white and red building labeled ‘Edison Firehouse,’ which isn’t a firehouse at all. Rather, it is home to Indigo Dreams, a fiber arts studio born nine years ago out…
Since Time Immemorial | Xwesultun Raven Borsey
Xwesultun Raven Borsey is a graduate student in cultural anthropology at Western Washington University, where as an undergraduate he won the 2024 Outstanding Student Award. He is Young Tribal Leader and Culture Keeper at Children…
Behind the Scenes at Water Tank Bakery
Flour poofs into the air, rich with the smell of baking bread. Three people stand around a table of thick wooden butcher block, quickly shaping dough into loaves of bread. Behind them, amassive oven radiates heat into the 80-degree room. Every surface is covered in a thin layer of flour. Next to the oven sit racks and racks of loaves, which are…
Gathering for a Good Cause | Hotel Bellwether’s Holiday Trees
Last year’s Holiday Trees at Hotel Bellwether was a huge hit, raising more than $10,000 for Skookum Kids. Voting kicked off on Dec. 7 and ran throughout the month, with visitors and guests choosing their favorite trees and wreaths. The top three trees were just a few votes apart—NEKO: A Cat Cafe’s Grinch tree came…