Summer is in full swing

Summer events, cocktails, and a beautifully refreshed Woodinville luxury hotel - July is shaping up to be another grand month!

Dunham Days!

Dunham Cellars announces their 14th Annual Dunham Days! Weekend August 18-20, 2023, in Walla Walla. Every third weekend in August they celebrate the best in life with wine, art, food, and music. Friday night kicks off the weekend with live music, food trucks, and classic car displays, with ticket sales supporting the local suicide prevention program Reach Out Walla Walla. On Saturday, the festivities continue with special tastings in their historic Hangar Lounge and beautiful courtyard, and conclude on Sunday with a scrumptious wine country brunch. See website for details and ticket information. Don't miss it!

Dunham Cellars is located at 150 E Boeing Avenue in Walla Walla. Friday, August 18, 4-10 pm, Whiskey Creek band starting at 6 pm. $10 cover, no dogs, outside food or drink, ID required. Saturday and Sunday, August 19-20, 11 am-4 pm, special tastings $20 per person, reservation recommended. Sunday, August 20, 10 am Wine Country Brunch catered by Haute Stuff Catering, $30 per person. Reservations required. www.dunhamcellars.com/DunhamDays

Willows Lodge

You may feel Willows Lodge, the luxury hotel opened in 2000 in the heart of Woodinville Wine Country, cannot be improved upon. While true, a refresh isn't a bad thing, especially when it reinvigorates the original beauty and concept and adds to our comfort! All 84 guest rooms include modern design details and materials that reflect our PNW environment and engage our senses. New vanities and deep soaking tubs with local stone surrounds, NW Coast Native American artwork, luxurious pillow-top mattresses, and lounge seating help create the magic. Plus, the walk is short to Barking Frog where patio dining is in full swing!

Willows Lodge is located at 14580 NE 145 ^th Street in Woodinville. Along with Barking Frog, enjoy the Fireside Lounge, The Spa, or book your next personal or business event. For hotel reservations, call 877-424-3930, email reservations@willowslodge.com , or book online. www.willowslodge.com

French Cider & Spirits

Although Prince de Didonne Cognacs should be enjoyed all year, there's something about their beautiful balance and the yellow fruit aroma with a slight touch of honey and wildflowers in the spring and summer. It's produced in the Jonzac region of France from Ugni Blanc grapes grown in the Petite Champagne and Fins Bois terroirs. Aged for a minimum of 5-7 years in oak casks from the Limousin and Troncais forests, the taste equals the romance of its story. Wonderful before or after meals in a tulip-shaped glass or perfect in a cocktail like the Sazerac. Spark up your summer!

Beauchamp Imports offers you the finest French cider, Calvados, Armagnac, Cognac, and French Whisky. Find recipes on their website. Visit their website to see a complete list of spirits sold. Buy spirits directly from their online spirits partners and have them shipped anywhere in the country. Links to online partners can be found on frenchcider.com.

The Nest

Winnowing down what you want to do when you're in Seattle, whether a local or visitor, is extremely difficult. So much great food, beverage, and things to see. And that is why The Nest is at the top of the list. Exceptional flavors flood the menu of shareables and grilled items. Handcrafted cocktails from the bustling bar, beer, and wine help you settle into the city. Panoramic views of Elliott Bay from downtown to Harbor Island, West Seattle, islands, and Puget Sound give you an idea of where you might want to go next. Should you ever leave, of course.

The Nest is Thompson Seattle's rooftop bar located at 110 Stewart Street in downtown Seattle. Sunday-Thursday 5-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 3-11 p.m. Walk-in availability only. Limited reservations, groups of 13-25 only. Ages 21+ only. www.thenestseattle.com

Café to Café Grand Tour of the Pacific Northwest

Love scenic rides and great food? Café to Café was meant for you. Sign up to get a list of 15 restaurants and head to each between March and September 30, enjoying beautiful scenery along the way. Sure, Café to Café was created for motorcycle riders, but there is no reason (except for those off-road suggestions) you and your car can't join in the fun. Once registered, you'll get a packet with all the details. Riding/driving to all the beautiful areas can get you a handsome certificate, and dining at the locations gets you bonus points! Eating to win - brilliant!

For all the details and to sign up, go to Café to Café Grand Tour: Ride to eat, eat to ride! (soundrider.com).

July 2023