I have written about food, restaurants, gardening, artisans and farmers for various publications, including Grow Northwest and Cascadia Weekly, as well as my old food blog Food on the Brain. I currently write restaurant reviews for the Cascadia Daily News out of Bellingham, occasional pieces for Edible Seattle,, and local business and art profiles for Bellingham Alive magazine.
Past articles:
Cascadia Daily News, November 15, 2024, Review: Skagit Valley Larder: Local food products with a European flavor in downtown Mount Vernon
Cascadia Daily News, October 15, 2024, Katt’s Westside Stories: Mount Vernon bar embraces “the weird” while encouraging connection
Cascadia Daily News, August 5, 2024, Review: Persimmon Bistro: Seasonal bites in a peaceful Japanese garden on Chuckanut Drive
Cascadia Daily News, July 26, 2024, Exploring Ferndale by way of farm-fresh food
Cascadia Daily News, July 22, 2024, Berry bonanza: a U-pick guide to Whatcom and Skagit counties
Cascadia Daily News, June 24, 2024, In Search of Barbecue: where to get your smoked meat fix this summer
Cascadia Daily News, June 14, 2024, Review: Tasha Lee’s Table
Cascadia Daily News, May 31, 2024, Review: Pegasus Pie Co.
Cascadia Daily News, May 23, Outdoor Dining Guide to Bellingham and Whatcom County
Cascadia Daily News, April 9, 2024, A guide to seasonal CSA boxes in Whatcom and Skagit counties
Cascadia Daily News, March 17, 2024, Review: the Office Tavern
Cascadia Daily News, March 15, 2024, For the love of local carbs: bakeries using Skagit-milled flour
Cascadia Daily News, February 8, 2024, Valentine’s Day and Beyond: date night destinations
Cascadia Daily News, January 22, 2024, article and photos, Cosmic Veggies: vegan food with something for everyone
Cascadia Daily News, January 13, 2024, article and photos, Skagit Landing in Burlington: fresh, local fare comes with a unique airport runway view
Cascadia Daily News, December 20, 2023, article and photos, Otherlands Beer in the Sunnyland Neighborhood: from pierogies to Reubens, this vegetarian menu shines
Cascadia Daily News, November 28, 2023, article and photos, The Vault Wine Bar in Blaine: come for the wine, stay for the food
Bellingham Alive, Nov/Dec 2023, article and photos, Skagit Woolen Works
Bellingham Alive, Nov/Dec 2023, article, Art’s Alive
Bellingham Alive, Nov/Dec 2023, article, Madrona Gifts
Cascadia Daily News, October 23, 2023, article and photos, Taqueria La Bamba: in Mount Vernon, Mexican restaurant offers the real deal
Cascadia Daily News, October 2, 2023, article and photos, La Conner Seafood and Prime Rib: mostly hits at longtime Skagit eatery with indoor and outdoor dining
Cascadia Daily News, September 9, 2023, article and photos, The Skagit Table focuses on fresh, healthy, local meals
Bellingham Alive, Sept 2023, article and photos, Andrea Vallee home remodel
Cascadia Daily News, August 12, 2023, article and photos, Cap Sante Marina food pod in Anacortes is worth the stop
Cascadia Daily News, July 21, 2023, article and photos: In Skagit County, Dining Out Comes with a View
Cascadia Daily News, June 24, 2023, article and photos, Cà Phê Sông in Mount Vernon: From bánh mì to bún, Vietnamese flavors shine
Bellingham Alive, June 23, 2023, article and photos, Whales, Birds, and Beers: on the water with San Juan Cruises
Cascadia Daily News, May 27, 2023, article and photos, Brando’s BBQ in Bow: a welcome addition to the neighborhood
Cascadia Daily News, May 6, 2023, article and photos, Martini Brunch is About Having Fun: fun with food in the Skagit Valley
Bellingham Alive, 2023, article and photos, Waxwing Farm
Bellingham Alive, May 2, 2023, article and photos, Jewelry Inspired by Nature: J and I Design
Cascadia Daily News, April 10, 2023, article and photos, A Tulip Festival Dining Guide: relax and refuel from Edison to La Conner
Cascadia Daily News, March 25, 2023, article and photos, Penny Farthing: craft cocktails and shared plates at Chuckanut Bay Distillery space
Bellingham Alive, March 6, 2023, article and photos, Locally Inspired: fabric art by KLT Works/Kristen Loffer Theiss
Cascadia Daily News, February 23, 2023, article and photos, Shawn O’Donnell’s Skagit Valley Farmhouse: Irish infusions and familiar favorites
Cascadia Daily News, January 27, 2023, article and photos, Poirier’s on the River: Cajun flavors shine on Mount Vernon’s Riverwalk
Cascadia Daily News, January 7, 2023, article and photos, Antojos Locos Food Truck: Mexican street food makes its way to Burlington Boulevard
Bellingham Alive, January 6, 2023, article and photos, Providing Respite: Art and connection at Heartful Retreats
Cascadia Daily News, December 2, 2022, article and photos, Skagit River Brewery: Mount Vernon pub has withstood the test of time
Cascadia Daily News, November 18, 2022, article and photos, Nonna Luisa Ristorante: Italian comfort food in Anacortes
Cascadia Daily News, November 4, 2022, article and photos, Samish Oyster Bar at Taylor Shellfish Farms
Bellingham Alive, November 2022, article and photos, PNW Art in the Heart of Skagit Valley
Cascadia Daily News, October 14, 2022, article and photos, Poke Oasis: in Burlington, a new go-to takeout spot
Bellingham Alive, October 2022, article and photos, Fall Festivities: pumpkin picking and more at Gordon Skagit Farms
Cascadia Daily News, September 23, 2022, article and photos, Chuckanut Manor: come for the view, stay for the food
Cascadia Daily News, September 10, 2022, article and photos, Big Stick BBQ: from brisket to beans, you won’t leave hungry
Bellingham Alive, September 2022, article and photos, Alfredo Arreguin: Brilliant Abstractions at the Museum of Northwest Art
Cascadia Daily News, August 12, 2022, article and photos, Ambo Ethiopian Cuisine: where home-style feasts are made for sharing
Bellingham Alive, August 2022, article and photos, Showcasing the Creative Energy of Skagit County
Cascadia Daily News, July 22, 2022, article and photos, The Porterhouse Pub: welcome back to a Mount Vernon mainstay
Cascadia Daily News, July 2, 2022, article and photos, The Fork at Skagit Bay: a welcome addition to La Conner
Cascadia Daily News, June 18, 2022, article and photos, Secret Cove: sunsets and seafood off the beaten path in Anacortes
Cascadia Daily News, June 2, 2022, article and photos, Storia Cucina: pasta, pizza and charm in downtown Bellingham
Bellingham Alive, June 2022, Working with Willow: basketry by Katherine Lewis
Cascadia Daily News, May 20, 2022, article and photos, Whidbey Island Bagel Company: filling a neighborhood niche in Mount Vernon
Cascadia Daily News, April 23, 2022, article and photos, Cob & Cork: from the land to the sea
Cascadia Daily News, March 31, 2022, article and photos, Skagit Eats: graze your way through the Tulip Festival
Cascadia Daily News, March 16, 2022, article and photos, Temperate Habits Brewing: the Cheers of Mount Vernon
Cascadia Daily News, March 9, 2022, article and photos, Cafe Rumba: authentic Peruvian cuisine in downtown Bellingham
Cascadia Daily News, February 12, 2022, article and photo, A’Town Bistro: classic dishes made with care
Cascadia Daily News, January 31, 2022, article and photo, Taste of India: a labor of love on Riverwalk Plaza
Cascadia Daily News, January 24, 2022, article and photo, The Fairhaven: comfort food in Burlington
Skagit Valley Herald, December 2021, Bringing plants indoors for the winter
Cascadia Weekly, September 15, 2021, District Brewing
Cascadia Weekly, August 4, 2021, Skagit Farmstands
Skagit Valley Herald, July 2021, Vines
Skagit Valley Herald, March 2021, Spring Bulbs
Skagit Valley Herald, July 2020, Perennial Herbs
Skagit Valley Herald, May 2020, Irises
Cascadia Weekly, March 18, 2020, Pandemic Cooking
Cascadia Weekly, March 4, 2020, Article and photos, “Seeds Bistro: a commitment to community.”
Cascadia Weekly, January 8, 2020. Article and photos, “Worth the Wait: Taste of Thai by Wipa.”
Cascadia Weekly, December 4, 2019, article and photos, “Terramar Brewing: making a splash in Edison.”
Cascadia Weekly, November 6, 2019, “Pyung Chang: killer Korean in Mount Vernon.”
Cascadia Weekly, April 24, 2019, Skagit Tulip Festival food stops
Skagit Valley Herald, April 3, 2019, Epimediums
Cascadia Weekly, March 6, 2019, article and photos, “Saltine: worth the wait”
Cascadia Weekly, January 23, 2019, Nell Thorn family dinner
Skagit Valley Herald, January 4, 2019, Trees and drought
Cascadia Weekly, August 22, 2018, Sujin’s Kimchi
Cascadia Weekly, June 6, 2018, Valley Shine Distillery
Cascadia Weekly, August 23, 2017, Third Street Cafe
Cascadia Weekly, April 12, 2017, BowEdison
Cascadia Weekly, August 31, 2016, Empire Alehouse
Cascadia Weekly, April 13, 2016, Farmstrong Brewing
Edible Seattle, July/August 2015, Article and photos, Growing Veterans
Cascadia Weekly, June 3, 2015, Majestic Inn
Grow Northwest, May 2015. Article and photos, “Random Acts of Food offers a rotating menu of comfort food”
Grow Northwest, May 2015. Article and photos, “Gothberg Farms: goat cheese at its finest”
Cascadia Weekly, April 15, 2015, Feature photos, Best of Skagit issue Part 2.
Cascadia Weekly, April 15th, 2015, Article and photos, “Burger Express: get your caboose to Sedro-Woolley”
Cascadia Weekly, April 8, 2015, Cover and feature photos, Best of Skagit issue Part 1.
Cascadia Weekly, March 11, 2015, Article and photos, “The Train Wreck: elevated pub grub in Burlington”
Edible Seattle, March/April 2015, Article and photo, Mastering the Kitchen
Grow Northwest, March 2015. Article and photos, “Vermiculture: Skagit County worm wrangler talks worm work”
Cascadia Weekly, February 18, 2015, Article and photos, “Oyster & Thistle: something special in La Conner”
Edible Seattle, Jan/Feb 2015, Article and photos, Bites and Beers in Bellingham
Grow Northwest, January 2015. Article and photos, “Therapy Animals: a look at how some local groups are helping people of all ages”
Grow Northwest, January 2015. Article and photo, “Ralph’s Greenhouse”
Grow Northwest, January 2015. Article and photos, “Winter Comfort: local spots to eat, drink and be cozy”
Grow Northwest, December 2014. Article and photos, “Quiet Light Candles: hand-poured with care and prayer”
Grow Northwest, December 2014. Article, “Zachary Dean’s Italian: made with love”
Cascadia Weekly, November 26, 2014, Article and photos, “Anelia’s Kitchen: warming from the inside out”
Cascadia Weekly, November 5th, 2014, Article, “Bow Little Market: of community, commerce and connections”
Edible Seattle, Sept/Oct 2014, photos, On the Cider Route
Grow Northwest, October 2014. Article and photos, “Handspun Yarns: home sweet home”
Grow Northwest, September 2014. Article and photos, “Conway Feed: keeping it in the family”
Grow Northwest, September 2014. Article and photos, “Northwest Garden Bling: detailed designs”
Cascadia Weekly, August 20, 2014, Article and photo, “The Woolley Market: building community around food”
Grow Northwest, August 2014. Article and photo, “The Shop: Conway’s crafty stop”
Cascadia Weekly, July 23, 2014, Article and photo, “Aslan Brewing: making a splash in Bellingham’s beer scene”
Cascadia Weekly, July 9, 2014, Article and photo, “Perfect Pairings: of berries, ice cream and summer”
Edible Seattle, July/Aug 2014, Article and photos, Viva Farms
Grow Northwest, July 2014. Article and photos, “Local flower farms growing in wholesale co-op market”
Grow Northwest, July 2014, Article and photo, “WWFRF display garden: learning grounds for local residents”
Grow Northwest, June 2014. Article and photo, “Old Silvana Creamery keeps it the old-fashioned way”
Grow Northwest, June 2014. Article and photos, Heritage Barns
Grow Northwest, June 2014. Article and photos, Puget Sound Food Hub connecting local farmers and businesses
Cascadia Weekly, May 28, 2014, Article and photo, “Dad’s Diner: breakfast and burgers in Anacortes”
Edible Seattle, May/June 2014, Article and photos, The Grain Gathering
Grow Northwest, April and May 2014. Contributor, Distillery Tour: meet the local makers of hard spirits in our northwest corner, parts I and II
Cascadia Weekly, April 16, 2014, Feature illustrations, Best of Skagit issue Part 2.
Cascadia Weekly, April 16, 2014, Article and photo, “Skagit Surprises: shopping and snacking on the tulip route”
Cascadia Weekly, April 7, 2014, Cover photo and feature illustrations, Best of Skagit issue.
Cascadia Weekly, April 7, 2014, Article and photo, “Seeds Bistro & Bar: fresh and simple in La Conner”
Cascadia Weekly, March 5, 2014. Article and photo, “Rhododendron Cafe: a new take on a familiar favorite”
Grow Northwest, March 2014. Article, Ruffles and Rust: Chicks on a Hot Tin Roof combine styles
Cascadia Weekly, Feb. 5, 2014. Article and photo, “Kyoto Kitchen: an excellent date night destination”
Grow Northwest, February 2014. Article and photo, Train Wreck Bar and Grill: pub grub, from scratch
Grow Northwest, January 2014. Article and photo, Rhododendron Cafe
Grow Northwest, January 2014. Article and photo, Northwest Brewers Supply: good move for father-son team
Grow Northwest, January 2014. Cover photo “frosty silos”
Edible Seattle, Jan/Feb 2014, Photo, A Revolution Brewing
Cascadia Weekly, Dec. 23, 2013. Article and photo, “Good Luck Noodles: a New Year’s charm for long life”
Cascadia Weekly, Dec. 18, 2013. Article and photos, “Big Rock Cafe: another roadside attraction”
Grow Northwest, December 2013. Article and photos, Crafters Donate to Toys for Tots
Grow Northwest, December 2013. Article and photo, Let Them Eat Pie
Cascadia Weekly, Nov. 13, 2013. Article and photos, “The Local: where beer is a major food group”
Oct. 30, 2013. Article and photos, “The Corner Pub: burgers and bargains in Bow”
Cascadia Weekly, Sept. 25, 2013. Article, recipe and photos, “Brunch alert: autumn is for apples”
Cascadia Weekly, August 21, 2013. Article and photos, “Kneading Conference West: restoring grains to your community”
Grow Northwest, August 2013. Article and photo, Dr. Susan Kerr
Grow Northwest, August 2013. Article and photos, Homemade Ice Pops
Cascadia Weekly, July 10, 2013. Article and photos, “Doe Bay Cafe: keeping it local on Orcas Island”
Grow Northwest, July 2013. Article and photos, “Permaculture education focus at Shambala Farm”
Grow Northwest, July 2013. Article, recipes and photos, “On the Grill: Easy spice rubs”
Grow Northwest, June 2013. Article, “Concrete garden provides plots for all ages”
Cascadia Weekly, June 12, 2013. Article and photos, “Pami’s Restaurant: A pleasant oasis, with spice”
Cascadia Weekly, May 8, 2013. Article and photos, “Porterhouse Pub: something for everyone”
Grow Northwest, May 2013. Article, recipes and photos, “Turnip Time”
Cascadia Weekly, April 3, 2013. Article and photos, “Edible Skagit: Please don’t eat the tulips”
Cascadia Weekly, April 3, 2013. Cover photo and feature illustrations, Best of Skagit issue.
Grow Northwest, April 2013. Article and photos, “What a Catch: Skagit’s Own Fish Market”
Cascadia Weekly, March 13, 2013. Article and photo, “The Real McCoy: mixing it up on Prospect Street”
Grow Northwest, March 2013. Article, recipes and photos, “Dishes for Saint Patrick’s Day”
Grow Northwest, March 2013. Article and photo, “The Proof is in the Trials: Osborne Seed Company”
Cascadia Weekly, March 6, 2013. Article and photos, “Tweets: big servings and big flavors in Edison”
Grow Northwest, Feb. 2013. Article and photo, “The Lady of Lunch: La Conner’s Georgia Johnson”
Cascadia Weekly, Jan. 9, 2013. Article and photos, “Pizza, Pasta and More at Mount Vernon Mainstay”
Grow Northwest, Jan. 2013. Article, recipes and photos, “Winter Dinner Salads”
Cascadia Weekly, Dec. 26, 2012. Article and photos, “Nell Thorn: the best restaurant in Skagit County”
Grow Northwest, Dec. 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “Festive Drinks: toast the season”
Grow Northwest, Dec. 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “Dungeness Crab: fresh take on cakes, risotto”
Cascadia Weekly, Nov. 7, 2012. Article and photo, “Horse Sense: riding with Rolling Stone Equestrian”
Grow Northwest, Nov. 2012. Article and photos, “Eagle Haven Winery: good to the last drop”
Grow Northwest, Nov. 2012. Article and photos, “Gretchens Kitchen: learning from the local chefs”
Grow Northwest, Nov. 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “For the love of leftovers: sweet potato rolls, turkey pot pie”
Cascadia Weekly, Oct. 31, 2012. Article and photo, “A’Town Bistro: a reason to visit Anacortes”
Grow Northwest, Oct. 2012. Article and photos, “Local researchers focus on growth of cider industry”
Grow Northwest, Oct. 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “Bring the Beans: fall into the start of soup season”
Grow Northwest, Oct. 2012. Article and photos, “Review: Baking, building and more at Kneading West Conference”
Grow Northwest, Sept. 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “Crepes: fill, roll, eat”
Cascadia Weekly, Aug. 8, 2012. Article and photos, “North Sound Brewing Co: turning on the taps”
Grow Northwest, Aug. 2012. Article “Kneading Conference West: reviving regional grains”
Grow Northwest, Aug. 2012. Article and photos, “Colony Creek”
Grow Northwest, July 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “Garlic scapes: get this garlicky goodness”
Grow Northwest, June 2012. Article and photos, “Hedlin’s: all in the family”
Grow Northwest, June 2012, Article and photo, “Seafood cookbooks for the NW kitchen”
Grow Northwest, June 2012. Article, recipes and photos, “Herbs: seasonal cooking for the kitchen”
Cascadia Weekly, May 20, 2012. Article and photos, “Thai One On: Rachawadee Cafe fills a niche”
Grow Northwest, May 2012. Article and photos, “A’Town Bistro a Place to Be”
Grow Northwest, April 2012. Cover photo “Pink Tulips”
Grow Northwest, April 2012. Article and photos, “Viva Farms”
Grow Northwest, April 2012. Article and photos, “Local grad joins plant breeding team”
Grow Northwest, March 2012. Article and photos, “Something of a Legend: an interview with Tom Wagner”
Grow Northwest, March 2012. Article, “Apples to Wheat”
Cascadia Weekly, Feb. 22, 2012. Article and photos, “Brown Lantern: brunch, burgers and booze”
Grow Northwest, Jan/Feb 2012. Article and photos, “Forte Chocolates: a luxurious experience”
Cascadia Weekly, Jan. 11, 2012. Article and photos, “Calle: of tacos and tequila”
Grow Northwest, Nov/Dec 2011. Cover photo “Farm Christmas”
Grow Northwest, Nov/Dec 2011. Article and photos, “Golden Glen Creamery: Fine cheeses, family style”
Grow Northwest, Nov/Dec 2011. Article and photos, “Breadfarm: Good to the last crumb”
Cascadia Weekly, Nov. 9, 2011. Article and photos, “Skagit’s Own: fresh fish plus a whole lot more”
Grow Northwest, Sept/Oct 2011. Article and photos, “Katherine Lewis: Beautiful Baskets”
Cascadia Weekly, Sept. 21, 2011. Article and photos, “What’s Cooking: the goodness at Gretchens”
Grow Northwest, July-Aug 2011. Article and photos, “Taylor Shellfish: Barbecue on the Beach”
Grow Northwest, May/June 2011. Article and photos, “Slough Food: Dedicated to Delicious”
Grow Northwest, May/June 2011. Photo, “With the Grain”
Grow Northwest, March/April 2011. Article and photos, “Nell Thorn’s Menu Full of Local Farm Products”
Grow Northwest, Nov/Dec 2010. Cover photo “Apple Pie”
Cascadia Weekly, June 3, 2009. Article and photos, “Paella: the ultimate party food”
Cascadia Weekly, Oct. 29, 2008. Article and photos, “Salted Caramel”
Cascadia Weekly, Sept. 17, 2008. Article and photos, “Use it or Lose it”
