Burrata Bistro and Paella Bar, a downtown Poulsbo icon, has been a North Kitsap foodie destination for almost two decades. The warm and inviting interior is now accompanied by a covered and heated, four-season outdoor area behind the building. Owners Kim Tomlinson and … read more

At a ceremony with Port Orchard Mayor Rob Putaansuu, leaders from the Suquamish Tribe presented Tish VanRavenhorst, founder of the Backpacks for Kids Food Program, with a $10,000 check that will allow the program to deliver more than 1,800 backpacks filled with food … read more

Once the holidays wind down with Christmas lights packed away and the New Year’s Eve confetti swept up from the floor, the realization sets in that there are still a few long, dark and wet winter nights ahead. Many will at least take … read more

The Northern Giant Creative Group is dedicated to helping small businesses no matter the project. “A collective of award-wining creative designers, craftsmen, writers, developers, artists, strategists and visionaries,” the group offers expertise in design, marketing, apparel, production and fabrication. “We are bigger, better … read more

At just over three hours driving time from West Sound, the charming village of Leavenworth makes for a convenient and activity-filled, long-weekend getaway. The drive is very pleasant as it meanders through the stunning North Cascade countryside along the Skykomish and Wenatchee rivers. … read more

October was kitchen and bath month. Kitchen and bath designers, builders, affiliated industries, vendors and sponsors gathered at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino to “Connect the Dots.” Presentations included a keynote by Christopher Grubb with 5 Ps for Design Success, “Connecting Your Brand” by … read more

The Kitsap Tourism Coalition, under its brand “Love Kitsap,” is raising the bar for tourism in Kitsap County. With the launch of the county’s first-ever Digital Countywide Exploration Guide, Interactive Maps and curated itineraries, the coalition is demonstrating a commitment to enhancing how … read more

  Minder Meats, a meat market in Bremerton, was first opened in Kitsap County in 1943 during World War II. It has gone through four generations of family management, with James Minder Carlson as the current owner. He explains that it was his … read more

Sparkling wine has a storied history that goes back centuries, beginning as a fortunate accident when winemakers discovered that some of their wines continued to ferment in the bottle, creating effervescent bubbles. From its humble beginnings, sparkling wine has evolved into one of … read more