There is nothing more synonymous than chocolates with Valentine’s Day. How lucky are we to have so many wonderful, decadent chocolate options here in West Sound? Many of these chocolatiers will ship if needed; however, we highly suggest a visit as taste-testing is the best way to pick the perfect pairing for that special person. […]
Food & Entertainment
The West Sound offers an abundance of wonderful restaurants, bakeries, and fresh food. Each issue features an eatery with interviews and photography. We also spotlight local artists and offer in-depth reviews for your perusal. These articles are only a sample of what we have in West Sound Magazine each issue — subscribe to the print version today to see all of what we have to offer!
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Fun Valentine’s Day Date Experiences
From beach walks to cooking classes, there is so much more to experience than just the traditional Valentine’s Day activities. We are not suggesting you forgo the flowers and candy or that hotel stay but here are some other ideas to create fun memories. Paint, Sip, Dine Head to Poulsbo’s Dancing Brush to create a […]
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Western Red Brewing
It was honestly something I had never considered before. A clean glass is a clean glass, right? Wrong. Things like detergent residue and lingering oils are common on glassware, and they can alter the aroma and flavor of your beer — and their presence means that glass isn’t really clean. A glass is considered a […]
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Good Food Served Fast at Noah’s Ark Restaurant
When the doors open at 11 a.m. at Bremerton’s Noah’s Ark Restaurant, most weekdays there is a line of patrons waiting to get inside, place their orders and sit down for a hearty lunch. With the Navy yard lunch period starting early, regulars know they can get a quickly prepared, delicious meal and be on […]
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A Kringle for Christmas
The official pastry of Wisconsin, the Danish kringle, is found in nearly every bakery in the Midwest. It’s baked, packaged and sold across the country during the holidays, from Thanksgiving through New Year. Even Trader Joe’s has started carrying its brand nearly year round. Kringle has origins hundreds of years old, probably brought to Denmark […]
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Want to Host a Potluck?
Bringing together friends in your home and sharing a meal is one of life’s great pleasures. Consider a potluck. It will be a wonderful dinner with everyone contributing. 1. Choose a theme — (Fall harvest, Mexican fare, etc.) so everything will fit together. 2. Creat a guest sign-up — or even assign the dishes. The […]
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Holiday Entertaining
The holidays are upon us, and that means parties and gatherings of all kinds. Whether that’s your own Christmas dinner, a company party or a client-appreciation event, we’ve broken it down so you know how to make your party stand out among the rest. Ready? When throwing a holiday party of any sorts, it’s best […]
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The Superpopular Devoted Kiss Cafe
Stroll or drive by Devoted Kiss Cafe on Harborview Drive in Gig Harbor any morning or at lunch time, and there is sure to be a throng waiting for a table. Known for its delicious breakfast and lunch offerings, house-made cinnamon rolls and coffee concoctions, Devoted Kiss has been pleasing Gig Harborites and visitors since […]
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Sourdough
Sourdough is probably the oldest leavened bread known to mankind, and most likely it was discovered by accident. When grain flour is mixed with water and allowed to sit for an extended period of time, the result is a natural fermentation that produces yeasts found in the microbes of the flour and floating in the […]