When Crystal and Bakaffa Casey were stationed in Italy while Bakaffa was in the Army, taking a trip to another European country became a weekend tradition. Those mini vacations allowed them to eat their way through Europe and discover all kinds of delicious obsessions. Like liege waffles. The yeasted waffles are distinctive for their richness […]
We’re getting a new Korean fried chicken restaurant and pub – here are details
Mija Chang stood at the entrance of her new restaurant, BB.Q Olive Chicken in Lakewood two weeks ago. Construction dust was everywhere. “It’s been a lot of work, but there’s still so much more to do,” she said, describing the year-long process to open the Korean fried chicken that is sure to become a must-visit […]
New cider tasting room now open in the Hilltop – and it’s family friendly
Grit City Ciderworks is now open in Tacoma’s Hilltop neighborhood. The post New cider tasting room now open in the Hilltop – and it’s family friendly appeared first on Dine Pierce County.
Seafood markets in Pierce County with live and fresh: Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, more
So many people have asked me in Where to Dine Pierce County, the Facebook group, where to find live seafood tanks and fresh seafood. Here’s your answer. This is a growing guide to fresh and live seafood markets in Pierce County. TACOMA East Asian Market Address: 602 S 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98418; 253-473-3799 Link: […]
New cider taproom coming to South Hill this summer
South Hill residents, you’re getting a cidery taproom this summer. Fierce County Cider, the three-year-old South Hill based cidery is expanding to a taproom at 9918 162nd St. Ct. E., which is across from Thun Field. If it seems like there’s a lot going on locally for cider, that’s true. Last month, I wrote about […]
With summer events canceled, this might be your only hookup for an elephant ear
Summer’s canceled. Or that’s how it feels right now. Concerts, festivals and fairs. We won’t be enjoying those this summer. But you know what’s not canceled, for at least three weekends? Elephant ears, Krusty pups and Fisher scones. Throughout July, diners can feast upon all those devilishly caloric and gut busting fair treats in a […]
The Main Ingredient opening in Tacoma’s Stonegate Pizza space. (Hint: NY style pizza)
Coming soon to South Tacoma Way is The Main Ingredient, a combo pizzeria and breakfast spot operating in the same space that formerly housed Stonegate Pizza. The restaurant comes from Leland and Cristina Brechbiel, who are newcomers to owning a restaurant in Tacoma, but not newcomers to the restaurant world. The Arizona transplants have restaurant […]
Costella’s, an Italian restaurant and market, is opening in South Hill
When Costella’s opens in South Hill, it’ll provide a little something for everyone: an Italian restaurant, deli counter, market and wine bar. All in one location. Mike Rubel is the building owner and also the creator of Costella’s. Expect a summer opening for the restaurant, but what that looks like and when will be determined […]
Gilman House coming to Tacoma’s Copper Door space
When Gilman House opens this summer in the Stadium neighborhood’s former Copper Door space, it’ll be a powerhouse cocktail and dining destination in a neighborhood full of solid eating and drinking. And then there’s this: A cocktail program heavy on gin. A menu built for omnivores and vegetarians. And 30 taps for local brews and […]