What do locally raised beef, liquor, coffee, chocolate and Kitsap County’s coolest, newest restaurant all have in common? Passion and love of community. This is the thread running between these and the focus of the Crabtree family, who are doing big things in Poulsbo. Peter Crabtree discovered his love of chocolate during his freshman year […]
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The Thrill of the Grill — Why Do You Do It?
Americans have a long-standing love affair with grilling. This relationship started many years ago. Our ancestors first learned to cook over an open flame, and today grilling has become a year-round lifestyle choice, with many preferring to cook outdoors on the grill. Why do Americans love grilling so much? The reasons are wide ranging. Some […]
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Best of West Sound Results 2019
WestSound Magazine magazine is excited to present the annual Best of West Sound results — from Bainbridge Island all the way to Gig Harbor, we’ve found the businesses and places you love. Enjoy! Best Restaurant Tie: Silver City Restaurant & Ale House and McCloud’s Grill House Silver City Restaurant & Ale House A very popular […]
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Ideas for Simple Holiday Hams
Whether you’re new to hosting or simply looking for ideas to make Easter entertaining easier than ever, there are plenty of ways to save time and stress in the kitchen. Go with what you know. Trying out new recipes is fun, but it can also add stress when they don’t turn out like you expected. […]
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Sustainable Eating Made Easy with Mushroom Recipes
The needs of grocery shoppers are seemingly always evolving, and now more than ever, they want to know where and how their food is produced and what impact it has on the environment. This is commonly referred to as “sustainable eating,” and its popularity is growing among shoppers. Plant-based diets are a tenet of sustainable […]
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Hands-on Approach Spells Success for Hitchcock Founder
Owning and operating six restaurants can be complicated. Just ask Brendan McGill, founder of Hitchcock on Bainbridge Island and the fabulously popular Bruciato pizzeria across the street. On one recent morning, McGill sauntered into his Hitchcock Deli, adjacent to his farm-to-table eatery, and had to rescue a barista who was wrestling with a plugged-up coffee […]
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Enjoy Luscious, Warming Butternut Squash Soup Before Spring Gets Here
Lent is upon us and the first day of spring is right around the corner, so it’s time to clean up our pantries and lighten up our meals. Stored winter squash can be the main ingredient in a luscious soup, welcome on chilly late winter days as we suffer the last of unsettled weather. Soup […]
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Easy Salmon Dinner Your Kids Will Love
Uncomplicate family meal time with a simple and scrumptious salmon dinner. Beau Coffron, the Lightworkers’ lunchbox connoisseur, shares his secret for a quick meal to foster family togetherness. Usually Coffron’s Dad Does Lunch show how to send your child off with a creative, unique lunch that never disappoints. But this time, he’s switching it up […]
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How to Make Crème Brûlée
Dazzle your guests with a decadent dessert like this crème brûlée. With a rich and creamy filling topped with a sugary crust, these individual-sized sweets can provide a perfect ending to nearly any get-together. Watch the video to see how to make the crème brûlée. Find more dessert recipes at www.culinary.net. Crème Brûlée Ingredients: Instructions: […]