They might not be the fanciest of foods, but when you eat a filling, protein-packed sandwich, you are usually left satisfied and full of energy. From ham and turkey to mayo and mustard, the possibilities are nearly endless when sandwiches are on the … read more

Within the walls of her Bainbridge Island studio, the creative mind of Tamra Fago flits like a hummingbird in a garden, from idea to idea and item to item. A designer by birth, with a degree to back it up, Fago has an … read more

The size of new single-family homes has increased substantially in the last few decades. However, a recent trend in slightly smaller homes that began several years ago might be reversed by the COVID-19 pandemic. As homebuyers spend more time at home, they are … read more

Model Tested: 2021 Ford F-350 4×4 Crew Cab Limited Styleside Limited Engine :6.7-liter turbo diesel, 475 horsepower, 1050 lb-ft torque Transmission: 10-speed automatic, four-wheel-drive Base Price: $85,365 As Tested: $87,655 Performance: Highly refined diesel engine Instant start Very quiet diesel engine Incredible torque Ideal … read more

Model Tested: 2021 Mercedes AMG GLA35 4Matic Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 302 horsepower, 295 lb-ft torque Transmission: 8-speed automatic, all-wheel-drive EPA Rating: 23-mpg city, 29-mpg highway, 25-mpg combined Base Price: $47,550 As Tested: $53,630 Performance: High performance brakes Strong turbocharged engine Eighty horsepower boost over base … read more

Create a colorful year-round garden filled with flowers, greenery, colorful fruit, fall color, winter interest and a few surprises. Consider seasonal interest when planning a new garden or landscape. Adding a few key plants to existing gardens can help boost your landscape’s seasonal … read more

The magical view from the deck says it all — mountain peaks, placid lake and a garden that beckons you to leave the deck and wander through it to the water’s edge. This lovingly tended garden of Denice and Don Heblich on Wooten … read more

When it’s beyond hot outside and the kids are begging for a delicious afternoon snack, sometimes it’s difficult to know where to turn. The pantry is full and the refrigerator is stocked, yet nothing sounds appetizing when it’s scorching outside. Combining three simple … read more

While 2020 might have been the hardest and longest year in recent history for many people, “hard” took on a whole new meaning for the Huffmans. This family of four had been searching two years for a waterfront home on Bainbridge Island in … read more