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Red Mountain Winery Hedges Family Estates

Spending a Weekend at Red Mountain

By Nancy Croisier The first time my husband and I ventured to Red Mountain many years ago, we found ourselves pulling up to a house.…

Swish Swish hot pot in Bellevue, Washington

Top 5 Hot Pot Places to Visit in Washington

What is hot pot, you may ask? A wholesome meal with a soup base and dipping ingredients (meat and vegetables.) It is a comfort food…

Georgetown Sign

Spending a Day in Seattle’s Georgetown

Considered Seattle’s oldest neighborhood, Georgetown visitors can enjoy the charming architecture, wine tasting and crave-able food.

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A Visit to Eastside Big Tom: Dinner with the Dinosaurs

Travel into prehistoric times and dine among dinosaurs! This diner goes beyond a good burger and gives you an experience of a lifetime.

lounge area white branches

Experience the Magic That is White Branches Tea House

White Branches tea house is an experience unlike any other. Step into a new world, watch captivating performances, and of course, have tea.

Hotel de Haro

5 Historical Haunts Worth a Road Trip

If walls could talk, these Washington state attractions would have a lot to say about their storied pasts. #1 Oxford Saloon With a facade that…

wine tasting in pioneer square

Spending a Day in Pioneer Square

Learn how to navigate Pioneer Square like a local. If you’re interested in wine tasting and local recommendations, this article is for you!

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Spending a Day Wine Tasting in West Seattle

During the last two and a half years, has any place in Seattle been more isolated than West Seattle? After all, everyone referred to it…

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Visiting Julep Kitchen & Bar in Ellensburg

Spicy. Creamy. Zesty. Oozing with a fiery sauce and a cold side of ranch, the Nashville Cauliflower Bites served at Julep Kitchen & Bar are…

kaladi bros coffee

10 Cafes to Grab a Coffee in Seattle (That Aren’t Starbucks)

Seattle is stereotypically associated with its rainy weather, tech companies such as Amazon, being the birthplace of grunge music, and having some of the loudest…

Maiz Tacos

5 Must-Try Places to Get a Quick Lunch in Seattle: From Pike Place Market to SoDo

As people head back into the office, we welcome back that dreaded question, “What are you in the mood to eat for lunch?” I’ve been…

drinks at Bangrak Market in Seattle, Washington

Top 5 Places in Seattle for a Unique Cocktail Experience

Seattle is best known for its coffee scene, but the cocktail scene has been growing for quite some time and might be nearing its peak.…

Bakery in Spokane

The Best Brunch Spots in Spokane

Spokane is known for its Riverfront Park and stunning architecture, but what about food? Join Explore Washington State contributor Molly Lindquist as she takes you…

1st avenue coffee in spokane

Spokane Coffee Shops: Our Top 9 List

There have been some changes in the Spokane coffee scene in the past year, and now that things are slowly re-opening, I decided to revisit…

Coffee Beans on Display

Five Cozy Coffee Shops on Whidbey Island

As the crispness moves into the air, I look forward to those fall walks. A warm cup of coffee nestled in between my hands. The…

issaquah coffee house

Visiting Issaquah Coffee House

Issaquah Coffee House Anyone who loves a warm cuppa shouldn’t miss the good old Issaquah Coffee Company. Tucked in the heart of Issaquah’s downtown, this…

Cowiche Creek Brewing

Visiting Five Yakima Valley Breweries

The Yakima Valley may be best known for its must-visit wineries, but there’s more than grapes growing in this American Viticultural Area. Home to over…

Uplands trail in Yakima

Spending a Weekend in Yakima

From the winding Yakima River Canyon to hilltop hop fields, vineyards and hiking trails, the Yakima Valley is a sweet escape for Washington sun-seekers. My…

beer taster from brewery in Renton

Top 5 Places To Grab A Craft Beer In Renton

The Pacific Northwest is known nationwide for its ever-growing selection of craft beverage establishments, but up until a few short years ago, Renton had a…

ste michelle wine

Visiting Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

What started in 1871 — with Missionaries and French fur traders bringing vinifera plants to eastern Washington — turned into the American Wine Growers launching…

Tamales

The Trail to Tamales in Tri-Cities

The Tri-Cities is known for its hot, dry sunshine, its…

Northern Pacific Depot Museum

Spending a Day in Snoqualmie, Washington

Just a 30-minute drive from Seattle brings you to a…

Sugar Donuts

Nine Must-Visit Bakeries in Spokane

For those of us with a sweet tooth in Spokane,…

Grapevines

Must-Visit Wineries in the Yakima Valley

I think it’s safe to say that as Washingtonians, we…

The General store in Port Gamble Washington

Visiting Port Gamble

Traveling Northbound on Highway 3 towards the Hood Canal Bridge,…

trees in fall

A Season of Thanks in the Tri-Cities

Thanksgiving in the Tri-Cities is more than just a day;…

Pike Place Market sign

Five Must-Try Eats in Pike Place Market

If you’re traveling to Washington, or simply looking for a…

Seattle Coffee Works sign

Exploring Coffee Culture in Seattle

When the air gets colder and the days get darker…

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Visiting Spokane’s South Perry Neighborhood

If you head south from Spokane’s downtown, you’ll come across…

Taco Plate at La Esperanza

Top 5 Taco Trucks in the Tri-Cities

Visiting the Tri-Cities There are over 200 wineries within a…

Vancouver waterfront

A Day in Downtown Vancouver, WA

Vancouver, Washington is just across the bridge from Portland, Oregon…

Pike Place Market Sign

First-time Visit to Pike Place Market

Seattle’s Pike Place Market is an iconic staple to the…

Spokane River

Riverfront Park Spokane in Washington

Have you visited Riverfront Park in Spokane WA? If you…

Spokane River

Visiting Kendall Yards in Spokane, Washington

Across the Spokane River from downtown Spokane, Washington, lies the…

Sodo train tracks

Passing Through SODO

“Where exactly IS SODO?” My friend asked me a few…

Wine Please Explore Washington State

Wine, Please: A Tour of Walla Walla Food and Wine

Mill Creek was a rush of water through the middle…

The Local mug club mugs

Local Public House in Bellingham

The Local Public House is part of the Menace Brewery…

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Spokane Style Beer – Four Local Breweries

It began with Northern Lights Brewery in 1993, and over…

Cafe Minee

A New Gem Joins Snoqualmie Downtown Scene: Cafe Minee

It’s easy to admit that I’m a cafe hopper. Honestly, there’s a hint of pride in my voice when I share…

coffee

Your Guide to Coffee in the U District, One Sip at a Time

This is a guest post written by Hannah Pickering. Hannah is…