Seattle Whale Watching | Puget Sound Express

by Tim Lewis

Whales are truly amazing mammals, and we’re fortunate enough to have them in the Northwest. The only problem is: you rarely get to see them from shore. But spotting these stunning creatures is made much easier on a Seattle whale watching trip with Puget Sound...

Isernio’s Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage

by Tim Lewis

We’re all looking for ways to make life easier, right? I’m especially slow in the kitchen, so any assist I can get is helpful. That’s why I really enjoyed experimenting with Isernio’s fully cooked chicken sausages. Isernio’s fully cooked...

Trailbend Taproom | Beer and Eats in Ballard

by Tim Lewis

We love beer. It’s one of our favorite things. We try different beers, we talk about beers, and we like checking out breweries and beer bars. That’s why Trailbend Taproom is a welcome addition to the Seattle beer scene in Ballard. There are 42...

Best Time to See University of Washington Cherry Blossoms

by Tim Lewis

We start to see a spike in traffic on our website starting in late February. It seems like everyone is searching for the best time to see University of Washington cherry blossoms, which leads them here. 2023 Update: The University of Washington cherry blossoms are at...

Keechelus Lake Snowshoe Trail

by Tim Lewis

When the weather turns cold in the winter, it’s time to head for the hills – er, mountains of Snoqualmie Pass. There’s no shortage of snowy fun just outside of Seattle. Take the Keechelus Lake snowshoe trail for example! I’ll start by saying...

Best Time to See Skagit Valley Bald Eagles

by Tim Lewis

If you’re like me, you love to see bald eagles. They can be soaring in the sky or simply sitting in a tree. It’s just always a treat to see our national bird. And if you live in or visit Seattle around late fall and/or early winter, you can see your...