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"Don't be a consumer of chocolate," says Tim Straub. "Instead, savor it, as you'll enjoy it better, plus you'll eat less of it, but have a better experience." Good advice,... — Updated 11/29/2023

I'm in an otherworldly place that looks like somewhere the lunar lander would have been roaming around on a research mission. Pitch-black lava fragments are scattered amid a sea of... — Updated 11/15/2023

Outdoor art is a boon for urban areas. It enhances a city, adds color and vibrancy to its cultural fabric, and provides unique spaces for artists to showcase their work. Bringing... — Updated 9/27/2023

Many folks from south Snohomish County make the trip to Walla Walla for the wine. And why not? The town is a viniculture mecca. Located within the highly regarded Washington Wine... — Updated 8/16/2023

It's worth the drive from Mukilteo. The orange rolls are reason enough to visit Morrison's Rogue River Lodge in southern Oregon. These sweet, melt-in-your-mouth dinner muffins are... — Updated 7/26/2023

It’s been three years since Bite of Seattle landed on the grounds of Seattle Center. The city’s original and largest food and beverage festival drew thousands of people eager... — Updated 7/19/2023

It's been three years since Bite of Seattle landed on the grounds of Seattle Center. The city's original and largest food and beverage festival drew thousands of people eager to... — Updated 7/18/2023 Full story

Many internationally recognized sand sculptors got their start as kids playing around at the beach. Unlike most of us, however, they kept at it and over the years honed their skills... — Updated 7/5/2023

If you're dreaming of a Pacific Northwest escape, put The Lodge at Saint Edward State Park on your list. Situated in Kenmore, on the banks of Lake Washington and minutes from Seattl... — Updated 5/24/2023

Nestled in the heart of Oregon's wine country, just 40 miles from Portland, is the city of McMinnville. Though small, with a population of 33,000, the town is big on all things... — Updated 4/20/2023

Whenever I'm in the Pacific Northwest, I try to make time to visit the Oregon coast. I never tire of the area and came to the conclusion years ago that it's truly my happy place.... — Updated 3/16/2023

When it comes to food, I'm a grazer. You know, the kind of person who likes to eat little bites throughout the day, as opposed to an actual meal. I enjoy munching every few hours as... — Updated 2/15/2023

Not everyone can say they've rubbed shoulders with a herd of reindeer Wintertime in the Pacific Northwest offers outdoor adventure galore. Take to the slopes on skis or a... — Updated 1/18/2023

Whidbey Island is a popular destination for Seattle-area residents, as well as for visitors to Washington state. They find this idyllic locale, with its mix of bucolic and coastal l... — Updated 12/22/2022

Once again, I found myself flying through the forest with the greatest of ease. Only this time, I was on the zipline course at Skamania Lodge, a well-known resort in Washington stat... — Updated 11/17/2022

Whenever possible, I seek out encounters with animals, whether it's trekking with llamas in northern New Mexico, riding a camel in Egypt, or lumbering through the jungles of... — Updated 10/26/2022

If you're looking for a unique place to soak up artistic beauty in Seattle, look no further than Chihuly Garden and Glass. This stunning venue, located at the Seattle Center, provid... — Updated 9/28/2022

Stepping off the platform, I shouted, "Forget Tarzan. Me Jane!" And then I whooped with unbridled enthusiasm as I soared among the treetops to the next stand. Though my form was... — Updated 8/24/2022

Kites always seem to evoke a childhood-like joy in people of all ages. These colorful creations soar and dance in the sky and can provide hours of low-cost recreation, whether... — Updated 7/27/2022

"Let's paddle," says our guide Barry in a relaxed tone. We obey, albeit a bit distractedly, as we're busy chatting. Then we hear that telltale roar – the one that signals some... — Updated 7/20/2022

If you stop and consider the outdoor recreation opportunities that exist around the area, it's an impressive list. You can walk, run, cycle and rollerblade along dedicated trails;... — Updated 5/25/2022

Oregon's Tualatin Valley is home to award-winning wineries and craft breweries, scenic wildlife preserves and parks, an array of outdoor recreation activities, world-class golf... — Updated 4/27/2022

I love a view, anytime, anywhere. I make it a point to seek out opportunities to soar above the landscape, whether in a hot air balloon, on a zipline, in a small sightseeing plane... — Updated 2/23/2022

If you're a movie buff, put Astoria, Ore., on your list. This Columbia River port town, where grit meets hip, has often been referred to as "Hollywood North." Though it was "The... — Updated 1/21/2022

Cacti are quirky characters with their prickly, spiny exteriors and odd, irregular shapes. You either like them or you don't. I personally find them beautiful and admirable for... — Updated 12/18/2021