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Pinot’s Palette – Spokane SoDo

32 W 2nd Ave Suite 100 SpokaneSoDo@PinotsPalette.com

Use code SPOWOMAN at checkout for 10% off a class!

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Huckleberry Scones Maple Street Bistro 520 North Maple Street (509) 443-3129 www.maplestreetbistro.

Maple Street Bistro is a family-owned and operated restaurant in North Spokane that has been serving the community since 2007. Enjoy a cup of locally-roasted coffee or espresso with one of their fresh baked goods that are made from scratch daily using family recipes. Come in for lunch and enjoy sandwiches, Paninis, or a fresh hand-tossed salad. During the summertime, you can relax and enjoy your meal on the patio.         

2 C. all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1⁄3 C. granulated sugar 1 Tbsp baking powder 2 large eggs, beaten 2⁄3 C. heavy cream ½ C. unsalted butter, cut into cubes, chilled ½ C. frozen huckleberries* egg wash: 1 egg + ¼ C. water granulated or turbinado sugar, for topping

 Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.  In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.  Add the beaten eggs, heavy cream, and chilled butter and stir just until dough starts to hold together. Do not over mix.

 Transfer dough to a well-floured surface and gently work in the huckleberries with your hands.

 Shape the dough into an 8-inch circle and cut into 8 wedges and transfer scones to the parchment-lined baking sheet.

 Make the egg wash by whisking 1 egg with ¼ C. water, then brush over scones and sprinkle with sugar.

 Bake scones for 20–24 minutes, or until tops are light brown. * Baker’s Tip: using frozen berries rather than fresh will keep your dough well-chilled, which is optimal for soft and airy scones with a light crisped exterior.

Recipe courtesy of Signature Tastes of Spokane: Favorite Recipes from Our Local Kitchens by Nicole L. Manganaro and Steven W. Siler. Books are available at local bookstores, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble online. View the entire Signature Tastes Cookbook Series catalog at www.signaturetastes.com.

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SPOTLIGHT Big Bear Chocolates

Great Time for a Little Cold Weather Comfort There’s something about cold weather that makes you crave comfort food, and chocolate is at the top of a lot of lists.

When you pair delicious chocolate with caramel and apples – well, life is just so much better.

These wonderful caramel apple creations are not just a treat for the palate, but a feast for the eyes. Colorful and creative, they make a wonderful and thoughtful sweet gift for any occasion – or just because.

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Everyone is looking for ways to stay healthy in the long cold winter months and apples are the perfect fruit. Pairing it with chocolate can really up the ante – here are five health benefits that have been attributed to chocolate (in case you really need an excuse):

husband moved to Spokane five years ago intent on sharing their love and artistic focus of blending these traditional flavors into delightful treats to warm the taste buds and hearts in their new community. They opened Big Bear Chocolates in the Spokane Valley Mall shortly after arriving and have been delighting locals ever since. In addition, they spread the love by sharing their offerings at other locations throughout the year including Custer’s Arts and Craft Shows, the Spokane Interstate Fair, Coeur d’Alene Street Fair and several others. The mobile aspect of their business also means they can cater your special events.

They specialize in 24 different flavors of gourmet chocolate caramel apples and about that many flavors of fresh fudge.

Some of their unique flavors of apples include: Apple Pie, Cookies and Cream, Triple Chocolate with Sea-Salt, White Chocolate Peppermint, Dark Chocolate Peppermint, Death by Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Coconut, Huckleberry Cream, Orange Dream, Strawberry Cream, Milk Chocolate Kissed, Toffee Crunch, Butter Finger Blast, Snickers, S'mores, Peanut Butter Blast, Double Chocolate Chip, and the list goes on. Our mouths are watering just reading the list!

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1. INCREASES YOUR HEART HEALTH 2. LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE 3. CAN REDUCE CRAVINGS 4. REDUCES STRESS 5. MAKES YOU SMARTER Please remember that all that good-foryou stuff in chocolate can come right along with a generous portion of sugar, milk, and butter, so enjoying some chocolate isn't an excuse to skip your workout! Visit our online blog for more details about the health benefits of eating chocolate.

You can find Big Bear Chocolates at the Spokane Valley Mall upstairs by the food court. You can also visit their website at http://bigbearchocolates.herokuapp.com/ or call (509) 891-2662.

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February Calendar of Events 5 Beauty Pro Night, The Makeup Studio, 216 N. Bernard Street, Spokane, Washington 99201 Topic: "Wrinkle Kicker 101" with Rhonda Mortlock- Want to start a skin transformation?

The 12 biggest Retinol myths debunked! End the confusion and let the change begin. Event is FREE but you must call to reserve your spot and space is limited! 509.455.7430.

15 Bada Bing Comedy Night, Bing Crosby Theatre, 901 West Sprague Avenue Spokane, WA 99201. The Bing’s first Ladies Night of Comedy features three very funny ladies: Susan Rice, Susan Jones and April Martinich. April Martinich is a local Spokane girl looking for a shot at the big time and will get it when she opens this show. Tickets are $15, mention offer code FOBLADIES for discount.

15 Fun with Alcohol Inks, Manic Moon and More, 1007 West Augusta, Spokane 99207. Learn and have fun with this newest Art medium! You'll create several art pieces that will be interesting and a beautiful addition to your home. Please bring a non-porous item ex: glass vase, votive bottle. Class will cost $25 and run from 1-3:00pm.

Check our website for other art classes.

16 Red Carpet Movie Night – Miss Spokane Scholarship Coronation, Bing Crosby Theatre, 901 West Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. The 2014 Pageant will feature contestants performing dances from Hollywood movie classics along with many fun surprises. Tickets are $25 and include a commemorative Program Book. Tickets may

be purchased through any contestant, Princess, Current Titleholder or Committee Member. www.missspokane.org.

17 Purple Ribbon Gala: Belles and Bowties, Spokane Women's Club 1428 W. 9th Ave., Spokane WA . This formal affair is a fundraiser for the Women's Healing and Empowerment Network and their fight for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. Enjoy a delicious dinner, dessert auction and entertainment by SpokaneVoice. $50 covers dinner and entertainment.

20 Arabian Nights, Spokane & N. Idaho Power Woman Networking Event” Lincoln Center, 1316 N Lincoln Street, Spokane, WA 99201 Open to all women, this is a networking event where you mix business with girl’s night out! This month we are gathering for a kick off event to promote Fields of Diamonds House of Blessings - a domestic violence safehouse in Spokane. www. fodblessings.com. Round up your girlfriends; bring your business cards and brochures and let’s network. Door prizes, no-host bar. Event is Free.

Time is 5-8 pm.

28 GRAND OPENING. Pinot’s Palette 32 W 2nd Ave Ste. 100 Spokane, WA 99201. Be a part of Pinot Palette’s very first class at their new SODO location in Spokane’s Public Market! The class is planned for 7-10pm and you must preregister to attend. You can sign up and view their complete upcoming class schedule at www.pinotspalette. com/SpokaneSoDo.

Are you a woman’s organization or having an event just for women? Are you a non-profit organization with a special event? Email dena@metrowomanmag.com and send us the details for our monthly calendar.

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Spokane Valley Mall 14700 E. Indiana Ave. Spokane Valley, WA 99216 (509) 891-2662 Gourmet Chocolates Huckleberry Products Specialty Candies Chocolate Caramel Pretzel Caramel Apples Fresh Fudge

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