Having lived in Seattle for years and years, I sometimes forget what a cool city I live in!
So every few years, I play “tourist” in my own city and learn to see Seattle through the eyes of someone new. It lets me discover things that I sometimes miss in my everyday life.
Recently I took a group of visiting chefs on a Savor Seattle Food Tour through Pike Place Market. It was amazing!
Our first stop was Ellenos Greek Yogurt and their absolutely over the top, creamy flavors. Try a fun new flavor like Lemon Curd or Passion Fruit. Don’t forget to take some home!
If you’re a pickle fan (I am!), Britt’s Pickles is a “pickle haven.” Think old-school deli-style pickles, and a rainbow of krauts (I love their curry one!) to amazing kimchis! Britt’s makes everything by hand and they do their fermentation in old school oak barrels.
Other Savor Seattle stops include indi chocolate, where you can Taste a fresh-roasted coco bean. BB Ranch for amazing cuts of steaks and whose motto is “GOOD SOIL. BETTER FEED. BEST BEEF.” MarketSpice – home to a variety of spices, blends, teas, and coffees – essential to anyone looking to add a little flavor POW to their next dish.
Another fun spot to check out is Mt. Townsend Creamery for their fresh local cheeses like Truffle Stack – one of my faves!
And there’s always riding the Seattle Ducks – who’s in?
So get out and rediscover your Seattle and be a tourist for a day! –Kathy
