Ok, it wasn't really ice cream. It was amazing, rich, dense, creamy gelato that drew me downtown one early evening last week. My friend Maria Coassin, who opened Gelatiamo in 1996 (my how the time flies!) was celebrating a recent remodel of her small, bright space at the bustling corner of [...]
I just got a press release from Food & Wine Magazine announcing the 2008 winners of their coveted "Best New Chef" recognition. Of course, I'm always thrilled when Seattle chefs gain recognition nationally. An ovation goes out to Ethan Stowell, chef/owner of Union, Tavolata and the new How to Cook a [...]
I rarely muster much enthusiasm for restaurant promotions. You know, restaurant-fests the likes of Dine Around Seattle (formerly "25 for $25"), Boston's Restaurant Week, Dine Out Vancouver. I certainly covered Seattle's restaurant promotions a lot while food editor at Seattle Magazine. I'm sure they've got legs as a means for restaurants to fill [...]