I second La Tarasca. I time my travels to be there at lunch time.

I recently purchased Grace Young's Stir Frying to the Sky's Edge. After checking it out of the library on three different occasions, I decided I should have my own copy. I love it not only for the recipes, but for the history of the many regions of Chinese cookery.

I steam my artichokes in my Instant Pot for about 9 minutes. Quick Release. I use about a cup of water and rest the artichokes on a steamer rack.

Yes!

The best Thai food in Seattle is in Issaquah at The Noodle Boat.

For my family, King Ludwig and their schweinhoxe is the best German food in Leavenworth. We live in Wenatchee, and eat in Leavenworth often. However, our favorite Leavenworth restaurant is South.

I have never stayed at Cave B because I live in the area. I have eaten at Tendrils a couple of times and have always been pleased. There is not anything else in area. A 30 minute drive to Wenatchee will find you a variety of eateries, even more if you drive another 30 minutes to Leavenworth. I think most of the folks who stay at Cave B eat all meals at Tendrils.

She uses a lot of Le Creuset for the show, but she admits many times that her favorite cookware is Lodge Cast Iron.

Since I seem to forget to add it my smoothies, I just threw some into the sloppy joe mixture that is simmering on the stove.

I noticed yesterday that Macy's has some good prices (and good colors) on Martha Stewart cast iron dutch ovens. Has anyone had experience with them? I have Le Crueset and Staub, but could stand to use a cheaper one.

I second Gretchen's.

I can't think of any place on the peninsula that is NOT kid friendly. Have a great time.

I had my first trip to Toro Bravo over the holidays. Boy, was it good! Yes, there was a 45 minute wait....BUT we walked down a few doors to an oyster place and had a beer and oysters on the half shell. Toro Bravo called us when our table was ready.

You have received great recommendations for food, so I won't comment further. However, a few hours in Churchmouse Yarns is to die for!

I have a small programmable rice cooker that I got several years ago. It is perfect for different varieties of rice, but we especially like it for cooking oatmeal!

Don't miss Jimella's! Besides a great restaurant, she has a nice deli counter with fish, meat, and cheese. She also has a good wine selection. I second the recommendations to eat at 42nd St and The Depot.

We used to buy coffee pots at the rate of once/year. That was as long as they would last. Our Technivorm has lasted 9 years with daily use, sometimes more than once/day. We are way ahead of the game, plus they were cheaper 9 years ago. I realize it is stretch of money to put out at one time, which is why I have not "upgraded" to the model with the stainless pot.

Our "Saturday" pot, for when we have more time, is often the Chemex.

I second the recommendaton for Technivorm. I would love to have one of the stainless steel pot styles, but my 9 year old CD Moccamaster just won't quit. Sweet Maria's and Boyd's Coffee are good sources for purchase.

I l ove my programmable Sanyo, not just for rice, but for oatmeal too. If I had to buy another one, I would get one that also had a steamer.

I am getting 2 Staub pans on sale, plus my son's employee discount!

I am going to try that chicken dish tonight!

Has anyone played around with different brands of Srirachi? I have always used the rooster sauce (I don't think my kids even know it has another name), but I recently purchased Shark Brand Sriracha chili sauce. Haven't tried it yet.

A little of I-90, but Tendrils at Cave B is always a treat.

When in Glacier did you eat at the Cattle Baron in Babb?