Northwest Travel & Life

International Food Hot Spots

Originally published on Northwest Travel & Life. Throughout the Northwest, you don’t need a passport to take an international culinary journey (unless traveling between Canada and the U.S., of course). Many communities have become concentrated hubs of international foods from mom-and-pop eateries to fine dining establishments. Here are a few of our favorites that are […]
26 days ago

Gastronomic Cousins Oregon and Slovenia (Who Knew?)

Originally published on Northwest Travel & Life. As I traveled through Slovenia’s vineyard-laced hills I felt its kinship with my home, Oregon, a similarity I did not expect. At Restaurant Grič, in Šentjošt nad Horjulom, they grow wasabi on their own farm. Tillamook County, Oregon, has a wasabi farm too: Oregon Coast Wasabi. In Slovenia, […]
26 days ago

The Flavors of Okanogan Country

Originally published on Northwest Travel & Life. With scenic drives, year-round outdoor action and quaint small towns with a Western flair, North-Central Washington’s Okanogan Country is full of discoveries for the curious traveler. And while you’re traveling, you have to eat, right? Luckily, Okanagan Country offers everything from home-spun cafes, fine dining, brewers of great […]
26 days ago