Food Articles and Guides Archive
One of the hottest new breweries on the Northwest scene, Laughing Buddha delivers a New Belgium styled beer with Asian infused flavors.
An look at Seattle Tilth, the urban agriculture organization that educates Seattle citizens on organic farming, practices and even raising chickens in the city.
A review of the book Dishwasher, by Pete Jordan, a narrative of the life of a restaurant dishwasher who travels across America.
You've probably heard about Kosher foods, but maybe you haven't heard about the Islamic counterpart, Halal.
High oil prices are impacting more than your trip to the gas station, it's also impacting iPods, food exports, and pretty much everything else
A food critic's guide to being a stellar server. Eight tips from the professionals on how to impress us and make more tips.
Savor Seattle Food Tours is a food inspired adventure for both Seattleites and tourists looking to sample treats from the local Pike Place scene.
Want to take better food pictures? Learn these quick tips and tricks that will help transform those dark blurry pictures into bright, well framed photos.
Steve reflects on his year as a food critic, listing off the top restaurants in various cuisines and favorite spots for specific categories.
Learn about Esmeralda, the new gourmet coffee that is breaking records and turning all the heads of the coffee experts of the world.
Bryan gives his account of the best (and worst) restaurants after a year of eating out, from contemporary downtown dining to grubbing on the Eastside.
An interview with Kelsey Marshall, founder of Grounds for Change, a Seattle area fair trade, organic and shade grown coffee roaster.
With so many Indian restaurants in Seatlte, we wanted to know which ones were the best. Here are the results of our restaurant survey with the UW Indian Students Association.
Like much of Seattle & Capitol Hill is experiencing growing pains in it's new condo boom. Residents and developers have clashed however, each with different goals and opinions.
Along with Seattle developer Matt Griffin and Costco CEO Jim Sinegal, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer and wireless magnate John Stanton have been named as key players to keep the Sonics in Seattle.
After a year of restaurant reviews, Grant lists his favorite and not so favorite restuarants. Included too are ideas for good date spots and specific must-try meals.
A listing of the top ten Chinese restaurants in Seattle, as voted by the UW Chinese Students Association.
Oklahoma City voters passed a tax extension that would provide 121 million in renovations to the Ford Center that would be the key to luring an NBA franchise such as the Seattle Super Sonics away.
In this editorial piece, Steve lays out a point by point case for how the NBA has failed Seattle. Steve illustrates why the role of David Stern to ensure a fair process has been grossly mismanaged.
What do solar cells and raspberries have to do with each other? Turns out raspberries have their own mark to make in the solar cell world.
Look out skeptics, a new study from US scientists predicts that the arctic sea will be free of ice starting in 2013.
Based on the sucess that the McDonalds franchise has had with its new lineup of gourmet coffee and iced coffee, the fast food giant has now set their sights on the specialty coffee market.
The sub prime mortgage loan mess is rocking the U.S. But who's taking out these loans and is there a political corellation?
Who doesn't love a nice burger or a good sausage? But how much food is behind that meat? Find out here...
After a recent survey on a Turkish website, the old tradition of Turkish coffee is slowly being phased out.
A saving grace to some, a potential cause of famine to others. A recent UN publication suggests that as biofuels keep increasing in popularity, their potential flaws also creep out of the woodwork.
The barista is more than a simple person that makes coffee. In many circles it has become a skilled profession with National and World Competitions sprouting up across the globe.
Are steep hills keeping you and your bike down? Check out this innovative solution being pioneered by the Norwegians.
A quick guide to some of the most frequently thrown around words in the coffee industry
Various tales about the myth and legend of coffee and how it came to be.
All beans taste the same right? Wrong. Depending on what regions your beans came from, taste can greatly differ. Check out the wide variety of flavors from beans around the world.
Many coffee farmers are unable to make a living due to the low prices offered for coffee. Find out what you can do to help by supporting Fair Trade.
What if there was more to color preference than social or personal tastes? Recent studies might suggest a more... ancient reason.
Enjoy fresh, tasty veggies? Want to support local farmers? Consider a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) membership!
Solar power has been big in the news lately, but ever wonder how it works or what makes a 'good' solar cell? If so, check out solar 101.
Have a thirst for beer and eco-conscious living? Consider these options so you can drink your beer with a clearer conscience.
Cars like the Prius and Insight are pushing consumer's MPG expectations for their vehicles. Now check out a car that one-ups them all.
Dive deep into the multifaceted world of coffee in the award winning documentary, Black Gold
Working their way from the dirt roads of Ethiopia to the skyscrapers of Wall Street, Black Gold also touches on the complexities of the coffee trade.
In Ethiopia, a number of factors such as climate, soil, access to seeds, and poverty are barriers to changing or rotating crops.
Black Gold emerges as a powerful film that dives deep into the little understood world of the coffee industry.
The diamond mining industry has a dirty little secret- Blood Diamonds. Learn more about them and how to avoid accidentally buying one.
The diamond industry has a dirty little secret- Blood Diamonds. Learn more about them and how to avoid accidentally buying one
The evolution of coffee has resulted in new ways of brewing coffee. Check out some of the many ways that people enjoy the coffee bean.
Quick Reference Guide to Brewing Coffee
Quick Reference Guide to Brewing Coffee
Quick Reference Guide to Brewing Coffee
Quick Reference Guide to Brewing Coffee
Quick Reference Guide to Brewing Coffee
Once a viable commodity traded for decent amount money, coffee prices have dipped to an all time low through free market ideology and overproduction.
Once a viable commodity traded for decent amount money, coffee prices have dipped to an all time low through free market ideology and overproduction.
Once a viable commodity traded for decent amount money, coffee prices have dipped to an all time low through free market ideology and overproduction.
Once a viable commodity traded for decent amount money, coffee prices have dipped to an all time low through free market ideology and overproduction.
Once a viable commodity traded for decent amount money, coffee prices have dipped to an all time low through free market ideology and overproduction.
The foodie's guide to eating dim sum from learning how to choose the proper Chinese restaurant to knowing what dishes to pick out and why. Learn all about dim sum with this how to guide.
The foodies guide to eating dim sum from learning how to choose the proper Chinese restaurant to knowing what dishes to pick out and why. Learn all about dim sum with this how to guide.
The foodies guide to eating dim sum from learning how to choose the proper Chinese restaurant to knowing what dishes to pick out and why. Learn all about dim sum with this how to guide.
The foodies guide to eating dim sum from learning how to choose the proper Chinese restaurant to knowing what dishes to pick out and why. Learn all about dim sum with this how to guide.
The foodies guide to eating dim sum from learning how to choose the proper Chinese restaurant to knowing what dishes to pick out and why. Learn all about dim sum with this how to guide.
A quick glance at Espresso Coffee
Quick Steps to Making Espresso
Is coffee dangerous? What are its side effects? Here's a quick article on some of the questions and answers about the issue of health and coffee.
Some of the health benefits and risk of Coffee and how caffeine works
Some of the health benefits and risk of Coffee and how caffeine works
Some of the health benefits and risk of Coffee and how caffeine works
Kobe beef is one of the most coveted meats in the culinary world. Fetching over $100 per pound, loyal followers swear by its heavenly flavors. But is that kobe you're eating actually authentic?
To get more insight about kobe beef, I interviewed Chef Takao Saito, head chef and owner of Kobe Sushi, Sake and Robata in Bellevue.
In 1935, the seemingly innoculous act of installing parking meters appeared to have threatened constitution rights. Find out what relevance and meaning does it have today.
In 1935, the seemingly innoculous act of installing parking meters appeared to have threatened constitution rights. Find out what relevance and meaning does it have today.
In 1935, the seemingly innoculous act of installing parking meters appeared to have threatened constitution rights. Find out what relevance and meaning does it have today.
Here are seven quick and easy tips on how to turn yourself from an amateur sushi connisseur into a would-be sushi snob.
Part 2 on the Chef Seattle guide on how to become an instant sushi snob.
For many of us, the homeless are an afterthought - something to be mentally filtered out or ignored. But not for Elliot Liebow. Check out this author's empathetic account of the lives of homeless wome
Check out Elliot Liebow's empathetic account of the lives of homeless women
Food and Guides
Want to impress your friends with your sushi knowledge? These
seven quick tips will turn you from sushi amateur to
sushi snob.
Dim Sum can be scary to the uninitiated, but is a delight
with foodies. Learn what to order and where
to go for Seattle's best dim sum.
Chef Seattle Blog
Seattle Restaurants
Bamboo Garden
The honey mandarin chicken
The honey mandarin chicken
Thai Kitchen
Bangkok chicken with minced garlic and broccoli
Bangkok chicken with minced garlic and broccoli
Annapurna Cafe
Indian style tandoori chicken on top of vegetables
Indian style tandoori chicken on top of vegetables
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