This dough is simple, and making it is a lovely project for those of us tackling new kitchen goals, food columnist Danielle Kartes writes.
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A Traditional Nordic Feast in Poulsbo
At Poulsbo Sons of Norway’s annual dinner on Jan. 31, lutefisk, a dried whitefish that traditionally hails from Scandinavia, is what’s on the table. For the less adventurous, meatballs, boiled potatoes, carrots, ice cream, and more are available. Adults eat for $35 and those ages 10 and younger eat for $15.
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Sweets For the Sweetest Time of The Year
All along the Kitsap Peninsula, it seems the Sugarplum Fairy has sprinkled a little magic sugar dust to bring smiles to kids and grown-ups alike. After all, who doesn’t like a little chocolate, bonbon or peppermint wrapped in a big bow this time of year? To find a special treat, explore the sweet shops of […]
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Chef John Hall
Chef John Hall’s Restaurant Lola in Bremerton created a buzz when it opened in 2023. Hall’s Alabama roots, combined with an impressive Michelin-starred kitchen resume, deliver locally sourced, Pacific Northwest cuisine with Southern “subtleties” in an intimate space. Chef Hall, where did it all start? I’m 43 now, and I’ve been cooking professionally since I […]
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Simple Roasted Turkey & Mashers
If you have a sheet pan and an oven, you are steps away from having a hearty turkey dinner. I believe comfort food shouldn’t be stressful — just simple to make, with an easy cleanup, is the name of my game. Let’s make Thanksgiving faves anytime we want. Sheet Pan-Roasted Herbed Turkey Breast with Creamy […]
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Snowball Cookies
When it’s cold outside and snow blankets the ground, try heating up the oven and whipping up a batch of Snowball Cookies. These cookies are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, and with a hint of coconut added to the frosting, your senses might think you’ve been transported to a tropical beach. […]
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Spiced Pumpkin Carrot Cheesecake Cupcakes
Pumpkin is the flavor of the season when fall comes around, especially when used in heartwarming desserts and sweet treats the whole family can enjoy. This autumn, when your loved ones start searching the kitchen for sweets, you can turn to Spiced Pumpkin Carrot Cheesecake Cupcakes for a tasty handheld way to appease those festive […]
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Walnut Apple Pear Crisp
Comfort food typically calls to mind soups, stews and hearty meals meant to warm you up on a chilly day. However, you can also turn to tasty treats as a way to end a cold day on a hot note. For example, warm fruits baked into a crisp dessert provide an easy, heartwarming option for […]
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Noo-Kayet Investments Acquires Minder Meats
The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe’s investment arm, Noo-Kayet Investments (NKI), acquired Minder Meats, a locally owned, USDA-certified meat processor, distributor and retailer. Founded by the Minder family in 1943 and located in Bremerton, Minder Meats attracts customers from as far as the Olympic Peninsula up and down the Interstate-5 corridor, from Bellingham to Tacoma. For […]