Biscuits & Brioche

Media Takeovers: Anthony Bourdain Launching New CNN Show Next Year

Wed, 30 May 2012 12:25:37 -0700

Media Takeovers: Anthony Bourdain Launching New CNN Show Next Year

A Taste of Prohibition as Liquor Stores Go Private

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:41:00 -0700

A Taste of Prohibition as Liquor Stores Go Private:

On June 1, Washington State is converting its 78-year-old liquor sales system from state to private control.

From Corso to Canlis - Latest Seattle Eats

Fri, 25 May 2012 23:44:54 -0700

Bang Bang Café - Cashew-Cauliflower Soup with 1/2 a Tuna Melt mmmmmmmm…

The Lovely Mrs. Yuki of Bang Bang!

Baguettes at Bastille

Bastille’s Croque Madame

Boudin Noir at Bastille

Cocktails at Canlis

1 & 2 - Tasty Treats During Sunset at Bar del Corso

Croquettes & Empanadas at EVO

Spareribs and Lamb with Beans at EVO

Chicken Livers & Nettles at Sitka & Spruce

More Sitka & Spruce Savories.

Seattle Sunset

Lookin’ for Love on Aurora

Does Organic Food Turn You into a Jerk?

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:18:16 -0700

Does Organic Food Turn You into a Jerk?:

Are these strawberries organic? Is this omelette made with free-range eggs? Can you swap out the rice for quinoa? Is this kale locally sourced? Pesticide-free? Fair trade? Are the hazelnuts local? The onslaught of questions from an enlightened eater can test the patience of even the calmest restaurant server. And a new study shows that […]

To Cilantro, or Not to Cilantro

Sun, 20 May 2012 22:15:40 -0700

To Cilantro, or Not to Cilantro

Preserving With or Without the Canning

Wed, 16 May 2012 18:58:17 -0700

Here are two articles that just popped up regarding preserving/pickling your favorite veggies. One goes into the canning process and one offers links to recipes skipping the canning processing altogether. Pickle away!

To Can - NY Times

Not to Can - The Kitchn

How (and Why) to Dine Solo - Grub Street

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:33:47 -0700

How (and Why) to Dine Solo - Grub Street:

LOVE eating at the bar alone! So many great conversations with fellow solo diners/drinkers and bartenders. Good times.

Couch Potatoes: Watching an Hour of Food Network With Mimi Sheraton

Mon, 14 May 2012 16:15:02 -0700

Couch Potatoes: Watching an Hour of Food Network With Mimi Sheraton:

BRILLIANT!!!

Kalustyan's and Kerouac's Cocktail of Choice

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:21:04 -0700

Get an inside view of Kalustyan’s - Manhattan’s super stellar Mediterranean megamarket.

PLUS!!!…

The Kitchn serves up our favorite fiction writers’ top libations.

Preserve the Pinevue and Melrose Buildings!

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:59:00 -0700

Hi all!!!

Many Capitol Hill residents are outraged about the recent plans to demolish the 300 block of East Pine Street. This block contains the Pinevue and Melrose Buildings, home to Bauhaus Coffee and several other thriving independent businesses. These buildings have maintained their original storefronts and show no significant sign of alteration for nearly 100 years.

Tearing down these beloved buildings not only drives out small, independent businesses, it destroys the unique character, culture, and architectural heritage of Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.

That’s why I signed a petition to Mayor Mike McGinn, Madison Development Group, Seattle City Council, and Seattle Department of Planning and Development, which says:

“These buildings are important to our community and must be preserved!”

Enough’s enough with the constant barrage of characterless mixed-use structures stripping Seattle of its unique qualities and soul. Please help save at least one of these buildings as well as our beloved Bauhaus.

Click here to sign the petition:

http://signon.org/sign/preserve-the-pinevue?source=s.em.cp&r_by=4522874

Thanks bunches!

Julia

Seattle's James Beard Winners

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:47:15 -0700

Looks like it’s another bright day in Seattle. This time via the James Beard Awards with the sun shining on some of our mastermind foodists.

Congrats to Tom Douglas, Matt Dillon, Nathan Myhrvold and Maureen O’Hagan!!

Almond Olive Oil Cake

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:28:41 -0700

Oh my, this Almond Olive Oil Cake by Lottie & Doof looks absolutely scrumptious. I haven’t tried the recipe yet. #1 Because I just read it. #2 Because I would probably eat the entire cake for breakfast. Happiness with a side of coffee? Oh yes, indeed.