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Chef Derrick Fricke

Sogno di Vino, “Dream of Wine” in Italian, is a traditional Italian stalwart in Poulsbo that is now being led by a fresh, young team in General Manager Ali Turner and Chef Derrick Fricke. The adventurous Chef Fricke has tightened up the menu and brings a creative new outlook to the kitchen. The restaurant boasts […]

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Beautiful, Functional Wood Art

Dawn Weaver of Weaver Woodworks began making cutting boards and charcuterie boards by hand following a 25-year career as a graphic designer and art director. Woodworking runs in her family, and she was involved in art while in high school and college. “My grandfather was an amazing woodworker, as is my father,” she explains. “As […]

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Incredible Kitchens 2024

The kitchen is a cornerstone in any home. It’s where we cook dinner and where we gather with friends and family. Everyone wants a beautiful kitchen, but remember, this is a functional space as well. We feature nine kitchens from West Sound industry professionals to provide you inspiration for your next dream kitchen project. A […]

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Building a Luxury Outdoor Kitchen

When it comes to spending quality time with family and friends, it’s hard to beat the outdoors. Whether it’s hiking, camping, golfing or just sitting around a fire, the outdoor experience is the perfect backdrop for creating amazing memories with those you love. This is especially true when you get to share a meal together. […]

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Modern Elegance Meets Coastal Serenity in Illahee Home

Nestled along Illahee’s waterfront is a breathtaking, two-story home with ceiling-high windows and a wrap-around deck. Across the road, scattered trees and a scenic view of Port Orchard Passage offer a sense of calm while taking in the sights. This is the home of lifelong Kitsap residents Pat and Hannah Higgins, a dream sanctuary they […]

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Bites at The Bistro

For Brandon Hesher, opening and owning a restaurant is his blood. Growing up, his father and grandmother were both chefs, and their family owned five restaurants. At just 7 years old, he started working in the kitchen with his dad making breakfast together. Hesher recalls many mornings waking up at 4 a.m. when he was […]

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A Little Pyrex History

Twenty years ago, it was commonplace to see Pyrex as the dog’s outside drinking bowl. A decade later, that same Pyrex bowl might have been on the auction block for hundreds. Today, it’s still collectible, but the Pyrex trend peak has diminished as contemporary thrifting has changed direction. Sets have been replaced with singles. Decorating […]

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A Legacy Project

For Christie and Tom Jones, building their dream home was more than a construction project — it was the start of a legacy they hope to pass down to family for generations to come. Today, the Joneses are proud homeowners of a three-cottage, multigenerational, waterfront property along Hood Canal, completed with the help of BC […]

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