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Community Matters

Sharing a Sense of Belonging at Our Holiday Tables

Our small acts of hospitality really do matter

In the Pacific Northwest, November holds the place between the radiant golden hues of fall and the wet gray scale of winter. With it comes the official entry to the year-end holiday season and its annual themes of gratitude and generosity. Nostalgia arrives … read more

Bixby + Pine
Bixby + Pine

Magical Wedding Planning

Ash, Tay and Jordan, creators of Bixby + Pine wedding planning, started their business from the seed of their friendship. Sisters Tay and Jordan met Ash early in life. “We met when we were in second and third grades at my grandparents’ day … read more

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Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham

Recipe for Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham with Bourbon, Honey and Orange Glaze

Whether you’re hosting a large holiday gathering or simply savoring the season with those nearest and dearest, serving up flavorful dishes your friends and family will love is key to bringing everyone together. With a full portfolio to choose from, you can shake … read more

Owners Lani and Pino Sordello
The Chef's Favorites

Via Rosa 11 Owner and Cook Pino Sordello

Via Rosa 11 is “posto magico” on Bainbridge Island. A magical spot where you are transported to Italy for an hour or two. A place where, if you ask for meatballs with your gnocchi, you will get a friendly, “Gnocchi is not served … read more

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Holidays in the ‘Hood

Alderbrook Resort & Spa is a gem of hospitality set on the south shore of Hood Canal right here in our neighborhood. Special occasions or simple afternoons on the canal remind us of the splendor of our ‘hood. Once you discover Alderbrook, you … read more

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taco casserole

Taco Casserole Recipe for a No-Fuss, Weeknight Dinner

Whether it’s shuttling the little ones to their afterschool activities or helping older students cram for their exams, families get super busy when the kids are in school. But that doesn’t mean you can’t regularly sit down together for weeknight dinners. “Parent-chefs can … read more

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tex-mex sweetpotato beef skillet

Recipe for Sweet Potato Beef Skillet, Tex-Mex Style

For busy families, it’s hard to beat a one-skillet dish that cuts down on cleanup without sacrificing flavor. Especially during the hectic fall season when cool, crisp days call for comforting food, you can warm up the evening with a hot Tex-Mex meal … read more

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Old Fashioned Bourbon Maple Popcorn with Pecans

Recipe for Old Fashioned Bourbon Maple Popcorn with Pecans

As part of the season of change with leaves crunching underfoot and a crispness in the air, remember to pause to celebrate a food known for its change, crunching and crispness — popcorn. In honor of October’s National Popcorn Poppin’ Month — a … read more

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Poached Egg Tostadas with Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa

Quick, Easy ‘Breakfast’ Recipes to Add to Your Dinner Rotation

Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. Regular meals at home can help reduce stress and boost self-esteem, according to research published in “Canadian Family Physician.” Mealtime conversations are also a … read more

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