Northwest Moments

We’ve all booked a vacation or jumped in the car for a roadtrip based on a single iconic photo. Here’s our collection of the best Northwest moments captured in photos.

Photo of the Week: Sauvie Island

Photo of the Week: Sauvie Island

The last of the golden Autumn colors was captured on a recent trip in late November to Sauvie Island, Oregon  

Cecilia

Cecilia

Joining the food scene in Vancouver, WA is Cecelia – a breakfast and lunch restaurant near Fort Vancouver.  A bistro style menu features outstanding eggs Benedict (including fabulous vegetarian version) smoked trout hash, and reuben sandwiches.  Open 7-2  and located in the Grand Shopping center by Fred Meyer just off… Read More

Eagle View Farm, Skagit Valley

Eagle View Farm, Skagit Valley

  Farm stands everywhere are celebrating the harvest with fun and colorful displays. When the weather clears, get out for a drive and explore the backroad farmstands!  

Willamette Valley Harvest

Willamette Valley Harvest

In September, the grapes are ready for harvesting in the Willamette Valley. In late October, the vines will begin turning lovely shades of gold and orange – creating rolling hillsides lined with golden stripes. A drive through the hills of the Willamette Valley – especially on the west side of… Read More

Tacoma: Firehouse E9 Gastropub

Dine in a historic old firestation built in 1907 at the Firehouse E9 Gastropub. Reserving the firehouse feel inside and out, the pub is a great option while in Tacoma. Located in a quiet neighborhood not far from the University of Puget Sound. 611 N. Pine Street, Tacoma www.EHouse9.com  

Willful Winery, Vancouver, WA

There’s a new resident in the old Grant House. Closed since the pandemic, the elegant old Grant House on Officer’s Row on the Fort Vancouver grounds, is now home to Willful Winery. Have a seat on the wide front porch on a warm late summer afternoon, or enjoy the ambience… Read More