From Thelma Higbee’s 1959 dictionary to CJ’s Evergreen General Store rhubarb strawberry pies — it was a wild Scrabble game. This isn’t my first rodeo, I mean Scrabble party. Over the years, I have had a few of the giddy, giggly get-together events. One Scrabble gig was a yard party with some 20 folks and […]
Food & Entertainment
The West Sound offers an abundance of wonderful restaurants, bakeries, and fresh food. Each issue features an eatery with interviews and photography. We also spotlight local artists and offer in-depth reviews for your perusal. These articles are only a sample of what we have in West Sound Magazine each issue — subscribe to the print version today to see all of what we have to offer!
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How to Throw a Wine Party with Wow
Wine, food and music. These are the key elements of any great party and as the height of party season, you’ll want to get your party A game dialed in. First and foremost is wine. Select a few different bottles to complement the food you’ll be serving as well as to provide enough variety, so […]
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Gifts for Foodies
As societal trends move away from accumulating dust catchers and personal possessions, gifts of experiences and consumables become more appreciated. Fall and winter also bring attention indoors to warm and cozy kitchens fragrant with aromas of good things to eat. Those who love to cook frequently search out interesting ingredients to add to their creations, […]
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Olalla’s Magical Strings Family Celebrates 40 Years of Celtic Yuletide Concerts
For many West Sound families, the holiday season officially begins with Magical Strings’ annual Celtic Yuletide concert. Magical Strings is an internationally known musical family centered on the Celtic harp and hammered dulcimer of Olalla residents Philip and Pam Boulding. During the holidays and other special times, the ensemble also includes their five children and, […]
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Holiday Appetizer Soiree
Growing up in the ’50s and ’60s, Trudy Northover recalls her parents always hosting get-togethers for friends and family. Christmas was a massive celebration at their home. “Tech has taken so much away (web, email, etc.),” Northover says. “It’s such a gloomy time of year, so our appetizer party is a wonderful time to host […]
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Featured Restaurant JW Changes Hands, Details Unknown
The November/December edition of WestSound Magazine is arriving in mailboxes, and we, along with our readers, always look forward to this time. As much as we are excited about the magazine coming off the press, we have to share a frustration with you. The information about our restaurant feature is no longer accurate. We just […]
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Wine and Football Pairings
I was skeptical when I first tried it, but after one taste, I was hooked. Chili is a classic fall food that is often served when the weather turns colder. Instead of being outside on the deck, we start to spend Sunday afternoons and Monday nights inside, watching football. An easy pairing for chili is […]
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The Key Pen Farm Tour and Fiber Arts Show
The Key Peninsula’s two flagship annual events, Farm Tour and Fiber Arts Show, are returning on Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Last year, more than 1,100 people from 46 different ZIP codes were reported at one tour location alone. Expect a family-friendly day filled with music, food, arts and crafts, demonstrations, kids’ activities […]
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The Loft at Poulsbo has Something for Everyone
Waterfront dining is always popular, but even more so when the food is “fresh, local and delicious,” as The Loft in Poulsbo proclaims on the front cover of the crisp-white menu. Chef Michael Bucholz believes that food should be made from scratch, using fresh, local and organic ingredients whenever available, as the seasons allow. He […]