I was so impressed with the food and service at Woodinville’s Barking Frog Restaurant when Carrie and I ate there, that I went back the following week with my fiance, James. It was a pleasant surprise when we arrived and found out they have a brand new Fall menu. Executive chef, Bobby Moore welcomed us at the door and allowed ...
After Hours wine walks returned to Woodinville this Fall and it was great to have these events happening again! Carrie and I went to the Woodin Creek Village wine walk, the newest urban neighborhood in Woodinville. This is the street view from the patio at Alexandria Nicole Cellars. There are some fantastic people watching from this spot, you should check ...
We were so excited to have been able to stay at Willows Lodge to help promote their All the Fall Feels promotion package. While I had been to Barking Frog Restaurant and Fireside Lounge many times before, this was my first time ever staying in one of the suites at Willows. Carrie was so generous to allow James and I ...
It’s not often that Jen is nearby in Woodinville in the mornings. She was due to check out of her comped Willows Lodge room before noon. I knew I could tempt her with breakfast at Barking Frog! My boyfriend and I have been enjoying breakfast on the patio at Barking Frog nearly every Friday lately. He ...
I wanted to show you some wine-themed dishes I stumbled across recently during a shopping foray on Amazon. They’re by Certified International, and the design is called “Gilded Wine.” I’m not sure if these go with the decor in my house, and I probably won’t buy a set of dishes until I’m able to entertain safely indoors more often. But ...
We’d love to have you join us in our cozy private Facebook group this autumn as we read and discuss two wine and alcohol books coming out in Autumn 2021! In November, we’ll read “You Had Me at Pet-Nat,” by Rachel Signer Shop for this book on Amazon (affiliate link) In December, we’ll read “Girly Drinks: A World History of ...
There’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about the wines of Red Mountain here in Washington State over the next month. Beginning on Tuesday, October 19, wine writer Julia Coney is hosting “The Five Pillars oF Red Mountain” virtual series. Every Tuesday for five weeks, this series will explore Red Mountain’s soil, slope, precipitation, wind, and temperature. The events start ...
Have you tried a Tempranillo lately, or are you sticking with your usual Syrah, red wine blend,, or playing it safe with Cabernet Sauvignon? I’d like to suggest you venture out of your comfort zone and try some Washington Tempranillo this autumn! This medium bodied Spanish red wine with medium tannins, plus dark fruit and tobacco flavors is perfect for ...
Exciting news for Woodinville’s Metier Brewing Company, Washington State’s only Black-owned brewery! They will play a big role in the upcoming Seattle Mariners expansion building at the former Pyramid Brewing Alehouse! King 5 News just announced that the Mariners have purchased the 30,000 square foot property, historically known as the American Warehouse Company building, as part of a SoDo ...
We recently visited Amavi Cellars / Pepper Bridge Vineyards at their gorgeously updated Woodinville tasting room and wanted to share it with you! It was awesome to catch up with Lindsey (tasting room manager) and take a look around the pretty space. The updated space has a modern/farmhouse aesthetic, which is so appealing. A generous mix of tables and ...