Local dining

Avenue Bread and Cafe storefront on a fall morning in Fairhaven, Bellingham

Coffee Shops in Fairhaven, Bellingham: Five Stops, Five Moods

Fairhaven is small enough to walk end to end in about twenty minutes, and it’s not far to any of the coffee shops in Fairhaven. Pick the one that fits the morning. Each does something the others don’t. October is a good month for it. The summer crowds thin out, the fog off the bay […]

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Cocktail on a bar with a window view of the street in Anacortes WA, establishing the maritime waterfront dining character of the town

Where to Eat in Anacortes WA: A Local’s Guide to Restaurants on Fidalgo Island

Anacortes is a working town. The fishing boats come in at Seafarers Memorial Park, the ferry lines form before sunrise, and most people passing through are either heading somewhere or coming back from one of the San Juan Islands. This isn’t a food destination in the way Bellingham or La Conner have become. It’s a

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Bloody Mary with cauliflower garnish at The Fork at Agate Bay, Bellingham WA

Best Restaurants in Bellingham WA: A Local’s Guide

Bellingham’s food scene is vast and varied — more range than most visitors expect for a city this size. Having a local recommendation in your pocket makes the difference between a reliable visit and an afternoon spent scrolling through reviews. The best restaurants in Bellingham aren’t always on the main tourist routes, and the most

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View of rushing water from Whatcom Falls, the perspective is looking under the bridge

Things to Do in Bellingham WA This Spring

Spring in Bellingham arrives quietly. The rain slows. The trails soften. Light starts staying a little longer each week, and suddenly there’s a version of this city you’d forgotten about over winter. If you’re planning a visit, or you live here and just need an excuse to get back outside, here’s a look at what

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Dining in the Pacific Northwest near our vacation rentals — cozy local restaurant serving fresh seasonal food.

Eat Like a Local: Our Favorite Restaurants Near Our Pacific Northwest Vacation Rentals

Welcome to the Table One of the best parts of traveling through the Pacific Northwest is discovering the food — cozy diners tucked under evergreens, waterfront oyster houses, and mountain-side cafés that feel like secret finds. Whether you’re staying near the coast or up in the Cascades, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite local

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