Rodika Tollefson

An award-winning writer who lives on the Key Peninsula with her husband and three sons. She is a contributing editor and blog manager for WSHG, and also writes for several local publications and produces videos. Her work has been published in regional and national publications; she also writes for companies and organizations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Alaska Anchorage, where she received the Outstanding Journalism Graduate of the Year award; she is also a graduate from the University of Washington’s Master of Communications in Digital Media program. (See WSH&G Contributed Videos)

Articles & Blog Posts

• Article: Occasions Coffee and Crepes: A Tiny Café with a Big Following
  (July 2, 2015) in Featured & Food & Entertainment
• Article: Artist Marti Green Creates Memories with… Art from the Heart
  (June 15, 2015) in Featured & People & Places
• Article: Two Cuisines — One Great Experience — Burrata Bistro and Paella Bar
  (May 20, 2015) in Featured & Food & Entertainment
• Article: Bainbridge Island Museum of Art — A Cultural Landmark With a Bold Mission
  (May 11, 2015) in Featured & People & Places
• Article: Musicians by Night — Kitsap’s Hidden Talents
  (May 7, 2015) in Featured & People & Places
• Blog Post: Martha & Mary’s Annual Event to Raise Funds for Quality of Life Programs
  (April 3, 2015)
• Article: The Inn at Gig Harbor — Homestyle Food, Quiet Atmosphere
  (March 16, 2015) in Featured & Food & Entertainment
• Blog Post: What Would You Do for Puppy Love?
  (February 13, 2015)
• Article: Intentional Table — A Foodie Experience from the Heart and Soul
  (January 13, 2015) in Featured & Food & Entertainment
• Article: Cooking Is a Family Affair
  (November 3, 2014) in Featured & People & Places
• Article: New Life… for an Old Art
  (October 15, 2014) in People & Places
• Article: ‘Words and Music’ dazzle the Key Peninsula
  (October 8, 2014) in Food & Entertainment
• Blog Post: Get Inspired at This Weekend’s Home Expo
  (October 2, 2014)
• Article: Much More than Tea — The Tea Room At Port Gamble
  (September 29, 2014) in Featured & Food & Entertainment
• Article: Country Charm
  (September 18, 2014) in Featured & People & Places
• Article: Visiting Bremerton — A Cultural Attraction for All Senses
  (September 17, 2014) in People & Places
• Blog Post: Gig Harbor’s Cider Swig Is Counting on Hard Cider’s Resurgence
  (September 12, 2014)
• Article: Fox Island's Nichols Center — From Old Schoolhouse to Community Center
  (September 4, 2014) in Featured & People & Places
• Article: A Forever Home on the Beach
  (August 28, 2014) in Featured & The Home
• Article: Lemons Into Lemonade — Remodel Recreates Dream Kitchen
  (July 31, 2014) in Featured & The Home
• Blog Post: Rain Gardens Add Beauty and Function to Your Yard
  (July 15, 2014)
• Blog Post: 7 Seas Brewing Celebrates Fifth Anniversary with Music, Food and Brews
  (July 10, 2014)
• Blog Post: Port Gamble celebrates Independence Day with Americana
  (June 30, 2014)
• Blog Post: New Bainbridge Store Fuses Asian Influence with Northwest Décor
  (June 23, 2014)
• Blog Post: Volunteers Needed for Beach Cleanup at New Harper Pier Site
  (June 20, 2014)
• Blog Post: Get Ready for West Sound’s Festival Season
  (June 11, 2014)
• Article: Forever Home with a View — Rebuilding to Suit Lifestyle on Hood Canal
  (May 27, 2014) in Featured & People & Places
• Article: Remodeling for the Dream Kitchen
  (March 27, 2014) in Featured & The Home
• Article: The House the Community Built — Family Brings ‘Extreme Makeover’ Home Back to Life
  (December 22, 2013) in The Home
• Article: Music To The Ears — The Piano Man
  (November 13, 2013) in Food & Entertainment