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Epulo Bistro

Kelly Lenihan — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:53:08 +0000

epulo (n.): guest at a sumptuous banquet or feast – and that’s exactly how you’ll feel at Epulo Bistro! Epulo Bistro, Edmonds newest restaurant, is a stellar addition the dining community. Located in the heart of downtown Edmonds on 5th Avenue one block east of the fountain, you’ll be delighted with how Shell Creek’s former opulent [...]

Seattle Kitchens Heat Up for 9th Annual Dine Around Seattle

Kelly Lenihan — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:01:10 +0000

This fall, diners are looking for a good reason to get out and eat, and clearly, there’s no better way to welcome the cold weather season and a slow economy than experiencing some of the best dining that the Seattle area has to offer, at a price that won’t hurt the pocketbook. This November 1st [...]

Oyster Chowder

Kelly Lenihan — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 00:39:18 +0000

As a kid my dad and I would harvest oysters while on vacation in the San Juan Islands. We’d bring a jar of cocktail sauce with us and slurp them off the half shell right there on the beach so I was pretty excited when I recently acquired a lot of freshly shucked oysters while [...]

Lamb Chops with Cocoa Nib Sauce

Kelly Lenihan — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:02:40 +0000

Savory dishes made with high quality unsweetened chocolate have long been found in the cuisines of Europe and Latin America. One of the most classic savory dishes made with chocolate is mole, a Mexican sauce of tomatoes and spices mixed with chilies and chocolate, classically served with chicken. A growing interest in working with chocolate as [...]

Cream of Chanterelle Soup

Kelly Lenihan — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:06:58 +0000

Chanterelles can be found most times of the year, depending on how far you are willing to travel. This summer has been a banner year for chanterelles, so what better way to use your excess chanterelles than to make a heavenly soup? 2 or more cups fresh chanterelles 2 large shallots or half of 1 onion fine-diced 3 [...]

Summer Fruit Clafoutis aka Flognarde

Kelly Lenihan — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:09:07 +0000

Clafoutis (kla-foo-TEE), sometimes spelled clafouti, is a custard-like French dessert that is made by baking fresh fruit (traditionally cherries) and a batter in a baking dish. Originally from Limousin, the dish’s name comes from Occitan clafotís, from the verb clafir, meaning “to fill up” (implied: “the batter with cherries”). Clafoutis spread throughout France during the [...]

Blues For Food Fest 2009

Kelly Lenihan — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:53:54 +0000

Groove to local blues legends and shake your moneymaker for one last summertime blast at the third annual BLUES FOR FOOD FEST, Saturday, Sept 5, 2009 at Magnuson Park Amphitheatre & P-Patch. Proceeds support P-Patch Trust Spend a picture-perfect day at one of the most beautiful gardens in Seattle. Blues For Food Fest is an all-ages event [...]

The Loft Cafe & Social Lounge

Kelly Lenihan — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:51:40 +0000

The Loft Cafe & Social Lounge celebrated it’s first birthday on August 1st. A delicious addition to the Edmonds community, I for one, welcome their presence. The menu is creative and tasty, varying depending on what’s fresh and in season. Although the restaurant’s interior is small and cozy, seating in the loft overlooks their spacious [...]

La Spiga Celebrates Summer with Ferragosto

Kelly Lenihan — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:02:11 +0000

La Spiga will hold its 2nd annual Ferragosto Festival on Sunday, August 16 from 4:00 to 9:00pm. Typically held on August 15, Ferragosto marks the height of summer when Italian communities worldwide gather for copious amounts of food, drink and entertainment. For Roman Catholics, Ferragosto is also the day the Virgin Mary ascended to heaven and [...]

El Gaucho® Bellevue Presents “Pour On the Plaza”

Kelly Lenihan — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:08:08 +0000

Downtown Bellevue’s City Center Plaza is home to inaugural wine and food event! What’s better than sipping wine and nibbling great food with friends? Why, doing it OUTside in all this glorious sunshine we’ve been enjoying! El Gaucho is inviting guests to enjoy a sunny afternoon of live entertainment while sipping and sampling the offerings of [...]