The Star Club Jesse Parker INGREDIENTS: Bellewood honeycrisp vodka, apple cider and thyme syrup, fresh lemon, egg white, champagne and garnished with a lemon twist
MAGDALENAS Crêperie, European 1200 10th St., Ste. 103, Bellingham 360.483.8569, magdalenascreperie.com Paris, London, New York, Vancouver and Bellingham have them. Little shops where the aromas of sweet and savory crêpes, custom sandwiches and hot soup du jour fill the air. With a formidable selection of crêpes, it’ll take more than one trip to decide which is better, sweet or savory. But at this eatery, it is criminal to pass up the sweet little numbers filled with velvety smooth vanilla-flavored cream cheese, white chocolate and your choice of fresh fruit. A crêpe option for every crêpe crave.
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s I climbed the stone steps and entered The Star Club, I was struck by how cozy it was — the juxtaposition of the stone siding and the warm, dimlit interior gave the illusion that I had escaped the frigid evening and walked into a speakeasy-style hideaway. I was immediately greeted by the bartender, quickly dispelling the jitters that can accompany walking in to a new bar for the first time. She made me feel right at home and proved eager to answer any drink-related questions I had. Scanning the drink specials with the eye of an experienced cocktaildrinker, I knew this would be a tough decision — it was a large selection and every option sounded delicious. I settled on the Jesse Parker for its use of Bellewood Acre’s honeycrisp vodka and an apple cider and thyme syrup that the bartender informed me was made in-house. While the bartender began expertly mixing my drink, I explored the little establishment. The quiet dining room had a quaint stage that looked perfect for live shows, and a large window provided a wonderful view of the night. It struck me as a perfect place for a romantic date or a night out with the girls. The cocktail was soon ready and did not disappoint. The Jesse Parker was creamy, with the perfect balance of fresh apple flavor and champagne.
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MI MEXICO Mexican 241 Telegraph Rd., Bellingham 360.647.0073 Mi Mexico’s reputation as one of the local favorites among Mexican food lovers is well deserved. The experience starts with a warm, friendly, professional waitstaff in an enjoyable, upbeat atmosphere. And from there, Mi Mexico separates itself from the competition with a choice of traditional and non-traditional Mexican dishes that few Mexican restaurants in the Pacific Northwest offer, all made with the freshest of ingredients available. From your first bite of Mi Mexico’s homemade salsa to the last bite of your main entree or dessert, you will already be planning your next visit. MYKONOS Greek
I sipped it slowly and savored every moment. I wasn’t in a rush to walk back into the cold night any time soon. The Star Club 311 E. Holly St., Bellingham Sun.–Wed. 4 p.m.–12 a.m., Thu.–Sat. 4 p.m.–2 a.m. 360.927.1938 starclubbellingham.com
1650 W. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham 360.715.3071 mykonosrestaurantbellingham.com Pita bread is pita bread, right? Not at Mykonos. If you order a starter of hummus, prepare your tastebuds for slices of pita bread heaven. If you consider yourself to be a connoisseur of Greek cuisine, try the traditional Greek salad as a litmus test. You won’t be disappointed. It is delightfully fresh and light and a meal by itself, with perhaps the best feta dressing west of Athens. Should you still be hungry, your main course options include the traditional Greek spin on veggie, lamb, chicken, steak and seafood prepared with rice or pasta. Mykonos offers excellent value for the price. Phidippides would be proud.
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