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British Columbia, Canada, Outside the United States, Vancouver

A neighborhood find: Bar Susu. Located at the juncture of East and West Vancouver, it's a bit off the tourist routes which makes it all the more appealing. How best to describe it? Farm/sea to table so the menu changes based on

Ballard, Seattle Metro, United States, Washington, West Coast

Seattle

Sports bar: Rough & Tumble Pub. Markets itself as Seattle's sports bar for women's sports. They have 18 screens so you can find all manner of sports on display. Very nice open space including a glass covered area "outside". Typical bar

Rest of Washington, United States, Washington, West Coast

Anacortes WA

Usually a very busy place: The Shrimp Shack. It's on the way to Deception Pass and it's very popular after being there for over 50 years. We visited on a weekday in the fall so no issue with an overflowing parking

The Shrimp Shack

Seattle Metro, United States, Washington, West Coast, Woodinville

Woodinville WA

Gotta have ice cream: Swanky Scoop. Heard many great recommendations about this place and it did not disappoint. Multiple flavors including at least 8 vegan offerings. To me, vegan or otherwise, it's all about taste and texture and this place delivers. How

East Coast, Philadelphia, United States

Philadelphia

Interesting find: Twisted Tail Bourbon Bar. Specializes in grilled food with a Southern touch which is interesting since the chef is Mexican and the owner a Brit. My first task was...should I start with a glass of wine or a cocktail. I

Capitol Hill, Seattle Metro, United States, Washington, West Coast

Seattle

Unique Asian offerings: Nue. Described as eclectic, world street food, which fits the bill. Great place to try something different because that’s what it’s all about. Had the Taiwanese chicken...

Birmingham, Southeast, United States

Birmingham AL

Happening place on the Southside: El Barrio. Fairly standard Mexican fare with a twist….if you look for it. Special on Friday night was pork ribs….sweet sauce with guacamole, collards and...

British Columbia, Canada, Whistler Area

Whistler BC

Great place for small plates in Whistler Village: Bar Oso. It’s a great for lunch away from the hustle and bustle of the other bars in Whistler. Spanish influence with...

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