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The Foodie Issue

October 2022 PUBLISHER

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Foodie: a person who has an ardent or refined interest in food, and who eats food not only out of hunger, but also as a hobby. i.e., a person who enjoys food for pleasure. At first thought I wouldn’t call myself a foodie. What pops to mind is artfully presented, very small portions of food. Don’t get me wrong, a 10-course meal here and there feels adventurous and special, but not usually what I’m craving nor something I have the time for. But when foodie is defined as “a person who enjoys food for pleasure,” that is something I (and I’m sure most of us) can relate to! I’ve always loved dining in Seattle’s creative and delicious restaurants, and it’s exciting to see more options pop up on the Eastside. That said, I’m still waiting for that perfect brunch spot – the opportunity is ripe! What are some of your favorites? Share with us at Bellevue@citylifestyle. com or tag @bellevuelifestyle on social media. Cheers!

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inside the issue The Food & Drink Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

24 Carmine’s: A Philosophy of Service

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

32 Elevated Comfort Food

Business Monthly

Local Experiences

Local Limelight

Culinary Creations

Party Planning

Now Open

Chef ’s Selection

Events

Local’s Choice

Chef John Thompson of 24x68 Culinary

36 Autumn Wines

Local Wineries Share their Top Picks for the Season

44 Passing the Baton

Chef Bobby Moore Builds on the Legacy of Bis on Main as the New Chef and Owner

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Photography: Life N Light Carmine's owners, CJ and Phillip Smeraldo.

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1: Cigar Lounge at Eakman Construction’s Kirkland Grand Opening 2: Champagne wall and bar for the party were supplied by Tipsy Trailer 3: Stacy Eakman leading a champagne toast to celebrate the new office space and business growth 4: Vendors and customers enjoying the new showroom at Eakman Construction’s office 5: Stacy Eakman and his beautiful wife Danica Eakman 6: Stacy Eakman with Kirkland Council member, Neal Black, after the ribbon cutting 7: Stacy Eakman, Founder of Eakman Construction, cuts the official ribbon Photography by Life N Light

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1: BAM Arts Fair 2022 2: Artist booth at BAM Arts Fair 2022 3: Volunteers at Kids Arts Fair 4: Print making at Kids Arts Fair 5: Chalk it up at BAM Arts Fair 2022 6: BAM Arts Fair 2022 7: Performance at Bamboozle Stage

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1: AWW celebrated their 35th Anniversary on August 11th with the Inaugural TOAST! awards ceremony at Chateau Ste Michelle 2: TOAST! Awards recognized those who have contributed greatly to the foundation and growth of the Washington wine industry 3: Winemaker Picnic & Barrel Auction on August 12th, poured over 100 wines to taste and phenomenal bites to pair 4: Guests had the opportunity to taste barrel samples and be one of five bidders to secure a case of future wines in the Barrel Auction 5: On August 13th, AWW held the quintessential fundraising event and toasted to their 35th anniversary of celebrating Washington wines and supporting their community 5 & 7: Thank you to the community, wineries, partners, and volunteers who collectively helped AWW raise a total of $4,000,000

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1: Medina Days Concert in the Park crowd picnics on the lawn. 2: Medina City Manager Steve Burns and Mayor Jessica Rossman greet performer Stephanie Anne Johnson. 3: Julia Pollack, Bellevue Boys and Girls Club Director of Culture and Engagement greets concert guests. 4: Medina Days volunteers Tess Truitt and Julie Barrett. 5: Medina Police Officer Eric Anderson, Chief Jeff Sass, Officer Tyler Glenn 6: Headliner Stephanie Anne Johnson and performer Nikhil Bagga 7: Friends share dinner from one of four food trucks.

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Raising Funds through Fall Fashion Events at The Bellevue Collection

FLO Japanese Restaurant: Where a Family Gem Meets Fine Dining

Discover the latest fall trends with Fashion Week at The Bellevue Collection. See runway shows and fashion events unlike anywhere else in the Pacific Northwest from October 7-8, 2022. Experience high-energy runway shows, exclusive parties, trend reports and irresistible shopping. This year’s Fashion Week line-up includes: Posh Party Trend Show, The Collective Runway Show and Style and Beauty Workshops. All tickets on sale now at fashionweekbellevue.com

FLO Japanese Restaurant, a family-owned gem, started its journey as Downtown Bellevue’s premier Japanese restaurant in 2003. The evolving menu reflects the blending of traditional Japanese cuisine and our interpretation of the PNW palate, and an impressive sake and wine list. We pride ourselves as a comfortable, unpretentious establishment that’s inviting for all guests. Attention to detail, prime ingredients and high standards of service have brought many accolades, but it’s quality and heart that bring guests back to FLO.

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Adrian’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar is a one-of-a-kind restaurant located in Old Bellevue. Offering elegant Mexican cuisine in a warm, intimate setting it is fine dining like you have never seen before. Although the locale might be new, industry-veteran Adrian Lopez is the owner and general manager, and will be a friendly face to all who come through the doors. It will quickly become a go-to spot for business lunches and date nights.

The Festival of Trees, Bellevue’s Premiere Holiday Gala presented by MN Custom Homes, will bring together Jubilee REACH friends and supporters in person November 12th at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue for a night of celebration, hope, and inspiration. During the event, professionally decorated trees will be auctioned along with other unique items to help fund and support Jubilee REACH services for Bellevue public schools and the community. For more information and tickets visit jubileereach.org/festivaloftrees.

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

Fall is here and we are ready for a foodie experience to usher in the new season. We are sharing some of the best spots around town with great atmosphere, seasonal menus, outdoor seating, and an elevated experience. Treat your taste buds this month and get out and experience what our area has to offer.

St ylish & Upscale Foodie Establishments THE LAKEHOUSE: A Northwest farmhouse concept inspired by Bellevue's

sense of place and evolution that offers refined, farm-to-table cuisine & cocktails. 10455 Ne 5th Pl Bellevue, WA CIVILTY & UNR EST: Civility & Unrest is inspired by the cocktail culture and underground speakeasies of a bygone era. We showcase the finest in world-renowned vintage spirits, local craft distillers, flowing Champagne & sparkling selections, and local microbrews. 10455 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA ASCEND PR IME STEAK & SUSHI: Elevated dining from the 31st floor of Downtown Bellevue, featuring hand-selected premium steaks, innovative sushi, and sweeping panoramic views of the Greater Seattle area. 10400 Ne 4th St Ste 3100 Bellevue, WA BIS ON MAIN: Classy, white-tablecloth American spot with European edge. Delivering refined cuisine, a premium cocktail bar, and an award-winning wine list. 10213 Main St Bellevue, WA WHISKEY BY JOHN HOWIE: The Eastside's whiskey and craft cocktail destination featuring global selections of rare and well-done whiskies with something for everyone. 11111 Ne 8th St Bellevue, WA Bis on Main

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Carmine’s: A Philosophy of Service ARTICLE BY MEILI CADY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIFE N LIGHT

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The late Carmine Smeraldo’s legacy is alive and thriving in Bellevue through the restaurant owned by his sons, Carmine Jr. (called “C.J.”), 31, and Phillip, 29. The pair took over their father’s business — Il Terrazzo Carmine in Pioneer Square — in 2012 when he died suddenly of a stroke. The brothers have continued the restaurant’s success with the help of their loyal community and started to define a legacy of their own. The roots of their story are grounded in their father’s. Carmine was born into poverty in Naples, Italy in 1942 as the last of seven kids, in the midst of World War II. At the tender age of 19, Carmine moved to Canada. He accepted entry-level jobs including janitorial work to make ends meet, and practiced English in night school. When he began working in restaurants in Vancouver, he met Italian-Canadian chef Umberto Menghi. This chance meeting would prove to be life-changing for Carmine. “Umberto was one of the three premier Italian chefs in the entire country,” says C.J. “Before the internet, you didn’t get famous because of news articles, blog posts, and Instagram — you got famous

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Brothers C.J. and Phillip Smeraldo

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because of cookbooks, television shows, and word of mouth. Umberto was a big deal in Canada, and my dad really looked up to him.” Carmine worked closely with Umberto and considered him a mentor. “Eventually my dad wanted a little piece of the pie. It didn’t work out for him with Umberto, but they remained friends over the years,” says C.J. In 1984, Carmine opened Il Terrazzo Carmine in Seattle. His dedication to excellence in dining drove him to run a successful business alongside his wife and bring their sons to work at the restaurant as teenagers. When the patriarch of the family passed away, both sons stepped in to help keep the business afloat. Their mother suggested that C.J. take a job at Canlis to learn what he could from new mentors in light of

his father’s passing. The owners graciously took him under their wing. “That place was nothing short of incredible,” he says. “They allowed me to pop around and do different things in the restaurant…I spent a lot of time shadowing the floor manager, which was very helpful.” He worked at Canlis for nearly a year, soaking in as much knowledge as possible. After that, he and Phillip opened Carmine’s in Bellevue. Now, both of their restaurants are packed with reservations and loyal customers — many of them remembering the service they once received from the late Carmine himself and appreciating what’s been passed to the next generation. Some of the best advice for running a restaurant, C.J. says, came from his mother. “Open your eyes. When you walk in the restaurant…Take pride in what you’re doing.”

Some of the best advice for running a restaurant, C.J. says, came from his mother. “Open your eyes. When you walk in the restaurant…Take pride in what you’re doing.”

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ELEVATED COM FORT FOOD

Few things warm the soul like the aroma of roasted chicken. This dish is inspired by my passion for simple comfort food elevated by vibrant flavors and rustic dining. Ras el Hanout is a blend of aromatic spices that embodies the history of the spice trade, and every cook from Morocco to Tunisia has their own traditional recipe which adjusts from sweet to spicy.

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RAS EL HANOUT ROASTED CHICKEN | COUSCOUS & CARROTS

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As the season changes and the leaves fall, you may be tempted to swap out your white wines for reds. But, says who? There are no rules to this. And as white wine loyals out there already know, white wine is not just a warmweather sipper. Local winery, JAINE, solely focuses on white wines, rose and sparkling, and is the first in our state to do so. Here are a few of their favorite picks to show that indeed fall and white wine can go hand in hand.

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2019 Jaine Cottage Blanc de Blanc

2021 Jaine Laura Lee Sauvignon Blanc

2019 Jaine Cottage Reserve Chardonnay

Grape varietal: 100% Chardonnay Flavor? Salty citrus and stone fruits Aroma? Citrus, stone fruit, and chalky minerality. Swirling adds white blossoms, white peach, and lychee. Tastes best with? Creamy cheeses, tuna tartar, shrimp cocktail, crab, salad Overall: As celebrations ramp up for the holidays, bubbles are always a great pairing. This is a stunning Blanc de Blanc for those who prefer laserlike precision in their sparkling wines.

Grape varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc Flavor? Grapefruit, white peaches, tangy lemon and a flinty finish. Aroma? Aromas of gooseberry, lemongrass, lychee, Asian pear, with greener notes of grass and green bell pepper Tastes best with? Oysters, scallops, sushi, hard cheeses Overall: Despite what most believe, oysters are best consumed in the fall / winter months! The mouthfeel is generous with a flavorful mid-pallet, long and dry finish, and lingering acidity.

Grape varietal: 100% Chardonnay Flavor? Lemon curd, Asian pear, crème fraiche, green melon and apple Aroma? Green apple, fresh pineapple, limestone and marzipan Tastes best with? Pates, creamy soups, mushroom risotto, cheese platters Overall: The wine is a medium yellow to pale gold in color with brisk acidity and an elegant texture.

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A DELICIOUS 180° HOW THE OWNER OF FARINE BAKERY & CAFE, OLIVIER DISPAS, SUCCESSFULLY PIVOTED FROM SOFTWARE TO BAKE GOODS.

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WHAT IS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND OPENING FARINE? My wife, Stephanie, and I travel to Western Europe fairly often – both to see my family in Belgium, but also because we truly love the history, cuisine and vibe of the region. When we would travel with my two sons, we had to find restaurants and cafes that would be enticing and satisfying to children’s appetites. And we realized that we gravitated towards a specific type of eating experience – one that was warm, open, casual, and high quality. Farine draws from our collective experiences – a place that recalls the culinary traditions of Western Europe and is close to my roots, but also speaks to the artisanal quality of freshness and craftsmanship.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR WORK HISTORY. It’s a wonderful twist of fate – I actually came to the Eastside, when I was 15, as a foreign exchange student from Belgium and I spent a year at Interlake High School. Years later – after working with Microsoft in places like Cote d’Ivoire and San Francisco – I made my way back here to the Eastside. It’s been rewarding to participate in different cultures around the world, learning how to do business in different countries and regions.

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WHAT HAVE YOU ENJOYED MOST? BIGGEST CHALLENGE? I have loved the people – our customers as well as our team. And I’ve loved building our Farine team – we care about their wellbeing, career development opportunities and building a culture of curiosity and learning. Our biggest challenge is keeping pace with demand – we regularly sell out of popular items.

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DESCRIBE THE INTERIOR DESIGN STYLE OF THE BELLEVUE LOCATION. Our interior design is centered on inviting our customers into the Farine experience and showcasing the talent of our team. When you enter, there’s a massive bakery window that lets you see our bakers making croissants, baking bread, and finishing our tarts. And you can see into our kitchen window, as our team prepares all of our bistro items like our soups, salads and tartines. My wife focused on the dining and customer spaces, drawing on her childhood experience of living in resorts and hotels. Everywhere we travel, she was always taking notes to understand the combination of function and style. The palette at our Bellevue location includes crisp white countertops balanced with a rich “Farine” blue, and highlights of warmth through the brass accents and wood floors.

FAVORITE THING ON THE MENU? I would have to say the Farine Basket – and of course an espresso!

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PASSING THE BATON Chef Bobby Moore Builds on the Legacy of Bis on Main as the New Chef and Owner. TELL US ABOUT YOUR CULINARY WORK EXPERIENCE. My culinary work experience started at age 15 working at an Italian restaurant in Clear Lake, Texas. I moved to Seattle in 1993 and worked in a variety of restaurants while I attended Seattle Culinary Academy. In 2001 I was recruited to join the Barking Frog and in 2008 promoted to Executive Chef. I spent the last 20 years building a destination restaurant experience at Willows Lodge, which would become the heart of fine dining in Woodinville Wine Country. I’m excited for my next chapter with the purchase of Bis on Main and the new Bar Moore. It is a dream come true to own my own restaurant and bar and I’m thrilled to honor the legacy of Bis on Main and be a part of this vibrant downtown Bellevue community.

WHAT DO YOU MOST ENJOY COOKING? I have always loved BBQ, especially with my history of living in Texas. Spending time in Hawaii and the Northwest, I love cooking fish and fresh seafood. I also love making pasta, and Italian and French influences.

HAS RESTAURANT OWNERSHIP ALWAYS BEEN A GOAL? Absolutely. It is every cook’s dream to run their own place. I was so fortunate to call Willows Lodge and Barking Frog home while we raised our young family. It provided me the flexibility to be the kind of Dad I wanted to be, to have a more balanced life, while being a part of an incredible team of staff that is like family to me. My boys are now grown so the timing makes sense to start a new adventure.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU? My family, food, laughter. Sharing a meal, coming together around the table. Joyful people.

ADVICE TO ASPIRING CHEFS? Everything I learned about working in a kitchen I learned as a dishwasher and that is a great place to start. Get to learn the vibe and culture of a kitchen and earn the respect of other cooks to work your way up.

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OCTOBER 1ST

Snowflake Lane Auditions

B E L L E V UE S Q UA R E MA L L 1 0 :0 0 A M We are recruiting performers for our 2022 holiday show! We are currently hiring dancers, drummers, color guard, mascots, stilt walkers, characters, and float drivers. Snowflake Lane is a holiday parade that runs from Black Friday to Christmas Eve. We just increased the pay to $40 per night, and the time commitment is roughly 2 hours each night. OCTOBER 1ST

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S O UL CYC L E B LV U SoulCycle is an immersive and intense full-body workout. Our legendary instructors guide you through class—helping you lose yourself in the ride, the music, the experience. We ride to the beat, whip our towels in the air, and sing our favorite lyrics. Students ride for $24, a $12 savings from our usual single class at $36. Visit soul-cycle.com/ studios/wa-bellevue/ for details. OCTOBER 1ST

53rd Annual Salmon Days

155 NW GILMAN BLVD, ISSAQUAH WA 98027 | 10:00 AM Held over the course of two days, the 53rd annual Issaquah Salmon Days Festival is an award-winning event that celebrates the return of salmon to local waters. The free event features more than 270 arts and crafts vendors, multiple stages of live entertainment, various sporting events, a parade, engaging

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Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition

TH E SH O PS AT THE BRAVER N Rome comes to Seattle! Unlike the long lines and 60-foot ceilings experienced at the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, patrons can view the world-renowned work of Michelangelo close enough to touch God's finger in Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition. Through 34 artfully displayed reproductions, take the show one painting at a time and walk away enlightened and inspired by this exciting exhibition.

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Leavenworth Oktoberfest

WE NATCH E E, WA Leavenworth Oktoberfest is gearing up to celebrate 24 years of traditional Oktoberfest entertainment. Hailed as one of the top Oktoberfest celebrations in the country this three weekend long event will entertain guests with two venues of continuous live entertainment in their new location at the Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee. Join us Sept 30th– Oct 1st, Oct 7th-8th & Oct 14th-15th for a weekend packed with festivities! O C TO BE R 1 ST

Bob's Corn & Pumpkin Farm

10917 ELLIOTT ROAD SNOHOMISH, WA 98296 | 10:00 AM Bob's Corn is home to a good old-fashioned country store and farm market for your browsing and eating pleasure. Plus, you'll enjoy lots of fall family activities including the corn maze, school tours, birthday parties, bonfires, picnic areas, and a great family pumpkin patch. We are open daily from 10 a.m.-7 p.m through October 31st. Come see us soon and often! CONTINUED >

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OCTOBER 5TH

Custom Home Master Class Series

O NL I NE | 3:30 P M Learn about the custom home building process every Wednesday at 3:30 pm on Zoom. Topics include land feasibility analysis, construction loan options, permitting applications, cost-effective architecture, interior design trends, construction process expectations, and tips on having a successful and positive experience with your home builder. Register at jaymarchomes.com/events . OCTOBER 6TH

Bellevue Farmers Market

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B E L L E V UE P R E S BYT E R I A N C H UR C H | 3:0 0 P M BFM seasonal farmers market is here through the end of October! Enjoy a unique mix of vendors offering seasonal fruits & vegetables, cut flowers, fresh meats, one-ofa-kind artisan goods, and tasty cuisine. All BFM vendors grow and make the products they sell, and we are proud to say everything sold at our market comes from within the great state of Washington. OCTOBER 6TH

Brew at the Zoo

WOODLAND PARK ZOO | 6:00 PM The 9th Annual Brew at the Zoo returns this fall! Sample delicious imports, domestics, microbrews, ciders, and more at Woodland Park Zoo! This year the event features over 50 of the finest local breweries. While sampling, meet some of the zoo's most eccentric animals with up-close encounters with our ambassador animals! All money raised supports conservation projects both locally and globally. OCTOBER 8TH

Seattle Wild Lantern Festival

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memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family-friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven't met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience. For event details visit waterlantern festival.com/seattle.php. O C TOBE R 12 TH

Eastside’s First Film Noir Series

ST RO U M CEN TER ON M ERCER I S LAN D The La Stella Foundation will present a Greg Olson Production, SPELLBOUND: The Film Noir Cycle, seven films, one a week on Wednesdays, October 12 to November 30. The films are The Maltese Falcon, Night

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Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience

SEAT TLE CEN TER Refract is the nation’s new festival showcasing creative uses of glass in the Pacific Northwest. Hosted by Chihuly Garden and Glass in partnership with Visit Seattle, this event brings together art organizations and artists alike to showcase what makes our glass community so special. Enjoy a mix of in-person shows, demos, parties, & exhibitions, alongside streaming options.

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CRAVING KIMCHI ARTICLE BY HEIJA NUNN

Selling Kimchi at Medina Days

Owners of The Green Store, Jungwon Jin and Haesun You

Jungwon Jin and Haesun You, rise each morning, seven days a week, to stock, display and prep the food and goods they purvey as owners and operators of the Medina Market, a.k.a. “The Green Store.” Jay and Ann, as they are known to the Medina community, have been doting on shoppers since 2011. The small scale and small town convenience of their leased corner store location, coupled with their reliable smiles and friendly small talk, has allowed them to form close friendships with their loyal customers, as evidenced by the display of holiday cards and steady supply of hand-delivered garden bouquets crowning the coffee counter. These everyday conversations about food, family and healthy lifestyles led them to introduce two popular Korean dishes to their menu. Fueled by customer requests, Medina Market now offers house made bibimbap bowls and jars of kimchi. Jay and Ann featured their Kimchi at this year’s Medina Days Concert in the Park because they are excited to introduce more people to this healthy traditional Korean food, a mix of fermented and seasoned vegetables. Ann uses “Mom’s Recipe,” a family recipe passed down from her Grandmother, which includes; Napa Cabbage, Korean radish, green onion, chives, minced garlic/ginger, Korean pear, apple, fish sauce, hot pepper, seaweed, mushroom and water. Ann recalls, “I always learned

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from my mother to prepare food with sincerity for our beloved family. Preparing food in a distant foreign country reminds me of warm memories with my family.” Jay points out the many ways to work Kimchi into a meal, “We can also use kimchi as a main ingredient in dishes such as kimchi stew, kimchi pancakes, kimchi fried rice, kimchi dumplings, stir-fried kimchi, tofu kimchi…The list goes on as the fan base grows”... “Easily the best Kimchi fermented food in Bellevue. Homemade by the wife of this Korean husband wife run business. Delicious and has a bite - probably better with far more probiotics than anything you can buy elsewhere because it’s not processed. Fresh, homespun Kimchi. Thank you Medina Store i.e. “The Green Store.” “They also have great home made Kimchi that will knock you out. Home made, totally authentic made directly from the wife - they are both from Korea - Seoul. A great little find.” “It’s the best kimchi I’ve eaten in the last 30 years.” “Your kimchi is a medicine.” “Even if anyone hasn’t eaten your kimchi, no one will eat it only once.” Based on effusive and glowing online reviews, I have to assume there is at least a little magic mixed in with the humble cabbage widely hailed health benefits inside every jar of Medina Market kimchi.

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