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The Vault: The Wine Bar Taking Local Food to New Heights

Blaine, Washington is a beautiful town nestled against the Canadian border and the Salish Sea. While it’s known for its proximity to our friendly neighbors to the north and its marina, it’s quickly making a name for itself on the…

Annika SampsonSeptember 29, 2022

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Lydia’s Flock: Shepherding for Sustainability and Community

What began as two sheep in Lydia and Jared Strand’s backyard in Seattle has become Lydia’s Flock, a local farm with a flock of 120+ sheep and a deep desire to build a more sustainable and transparent food system. Lydia and…

Annika SampsonAugust 25, 2022

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Follow the Wandering Wizard on A Fine Dining Journey

When you hear the words Wandering Wizard, maybe an image of Gandalf pops into your mind - a wise sage exploring the world, maybe stopping into the Shire every so often for a hearty meal and a laugh with friends. While…

Annika SampsonAugust 6, 2021

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Kragnes Family Farms

Kragnes Family Farms A Deeply Rooted Farm, In Full Bloom By Alex Smith A sense of place is a powerful thing. Feeling a connection to the land and surroundings provides an intangible feeling of comfort and belonging. When Ben and…

Maressa ValliantAugust 6, 2021

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Lynden Farmers Market

Relational selling is focused on the long-term benefit: understanding the customer and their needs, responding to them, and making them want to come back.

Maressa ValliantJuly 8, 2021

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For The Love of Cheese

If you want to make someone swoon this Valentine’s Day you don’t have to spring for expensive gifts or glitzy tchotchkes. What says “I love you” more than a selection of artfully paired Washington artisan cheeses?

Maressa ValliantFebruary 10, 2021

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Dining Out(doors) in July

A pandemic can't stop a picnic Summer is usually a time for parties, festivals, barbecues, weddings, and all kinds of fun outdoor activities. Unfortunately, COVID-19 and recommendations to limit group gatherings put a bit of a damper on this. But…

Maressa ValliantJuly 13, 2020

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How and Where to Safely Buy Local Food

While healthcare workers keep us alive and well at great risk, and grocery workers are the face of the food system, farmers are quietly working away at ensuring we have food in the coming months. It’s hard to know what the…

Maressa ValliantApril 8, 2020

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Wright Brothers Farm

Mixing Traditionalism with Modernity In a world where people’s food choices are becoming increasingly conscientious, the community of smaller, family run ethical farms is an asset that many are seeking out. As we seek out more ethical choices in where…

Maressa ValliantMarch 9, 2020

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Shrub Farm

There are times in life when you just need a drink. Maybe it’s been a long day, maybe you’re celebrating a big accomplishment. Maybe it’s just that you finally have a day to relax and enjoy some time to yourself.…

Maressa ValliantJanuary 23, 2020

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