Best Of... - 2018

T H E 1 1 T H A NN UA L

R EA DER S CHOICE AWA R D S

WINNER, BEST BEACH, POINT NO POINT A SUP P L E ME NT OF THE N OR TH KIT SAP HE RAL D AND KINGS TO N COMMUNIT Y NEWS

2

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

Readers reveal their favorites in North Kitsap Plenty of things make North Kitsap a special place to live. We’re fortunate to see breathtaking views pretty much anywhere we look. We can visit several cultural hubs within the same day, or if we’d rather be alone, outdoor recreation opportunities abound.

their favorite businesses and people across a variety of categories.

Within these pages, you’ll find everything from North Kitsap’s favorite bookstore and art gallery to our favorite restaurants and places to get dessert.

Need to find the best view in North But what really makes this area so Kitsap, or the best place to work out? special are the hardworking women and The Readers Choice Awards have got men who provide us with so many goods you covered. and services that our quality of life is We hope you enjoy reading through hard to beat. these pages and seeing who everyone This publication honors them.

voted for this year.

Over the past few months, readers have submitted nominations and voted for

The Best of North Kitsap is published by the North Kitsap Herald, which has been

the Voice of North Kitsap since 1901.

Call 360-779-4464 for convenient home delivery. You can also stay up to date on North Kitsap news and events by visiting kitsapdailynews.com.

Enjoy the special section, and thank you to everyone who participated in the awards this year.

Robert Monteith Executive Editor

Thank You for Voting Hearing Advantage

Best in Audiology FOR THE PAST 9 YEARS

Call today for your complimentary hearing consultation.

360.697.1300

Poulsbo

Cascade View Medical Center 22180 Olympic College Way Diane Raszler, Au.D., CCC-A Scott John Raszler, M.A., CCC-A

HearingAdvantage.com

Sequim

5th Ave Professional Plaza 568 N Fifth Ave

Now serving our Kitsap communities for 6 years, your continued trust is musical to us.

Thank you.

360-297-1347 10978 NE State Highway 104, Kingston WA 98346

www.almostcandid.net

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

BAKERY

3

BEST FOOD 2018 BEER SELECTION

Sluys

Central Market

Butcher & Baker - Port Gamble Sweet Life Cakery Borrowed Kitchen Bakery

Slippery Pig Brewery Marina Market Valholl

BAR

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH

Brass Kraken

Butcher & Baker

Slippery Pig Brewery Paella Bar, Poulsbo Sully’s Bistro & Bar

Greenlight Diner ChocMo Junction Diner

BBQ

CLAM CHOWDER

COFFEE/ESPRESSO

DELI

JJ’s

Latte on Your Way

Central Market

Hot Shots Java Coffee Oasis The Cup & Muffin

2 Brothers Deli Butcher & Baker Borrowed Kitchen Bakery

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Central Market BBQ – FINALISTS –

Slippery Pig Brewery Smokey Robinson Danny’s BBQ

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Central Market Slippery Pig The Kingston Ale House The Loft

Winner, Best Bakery, Sluy’s

– FINALISTS –

Photo by Robert Monteith

– FINALISTS –

Thank you to our customers for voting us as one of the best!

882193416

We are a dedicated, family-oriented practice. We have been proudly serving Kitsap County and Bainbridge Island for over 25 years. Our doctors and staff strive to provide excellent and compassionate care for your pets, through all stages of life. We offer a full range of veterinary services for your dogs and cats. We pride ourselves on getting to know our patients and their humans. We want to thank the entire community for their recognition of our medical team in providing Dr. KC Gates, Dr. Sarah Gimmestad and Dr. Kathy Hickey excellent care. We look forward to serving you.

We welcome Dr. Dana Wisniewski

to our practice!

360-779-4166 • 19570 10th Ave NE • Poulsbo, WA 98370 US • www.poulsbomarinavet.com

4

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST FOOD

HAMBURGER

LOCAL BREWERY

Grub Hut

Slippery Pig

ChocMo Butcher & Baker Agate Pass Cafe Sully’s Bistro & Bar

Western Red Brewery Valholl Rainy Daze

– FINALISTS –

Winner, Best Lunch Place, Central Market

Photo by Robert Monteith

HAPPY HOUR

DESSERT

FISH & CHIPS

Mora Iced Creamery

JJ’s Fish House

Butcher & Baker ChocMo J’aime Les Crepes

The Loft Sully’s Bistro & Bar The Kingston Ale House

Slippery Pig Brewery Brass Kraken Pub Sully’s Bistro & Bar

DINNER MENU

FOOD TRUCK

ITALIAN CUISINE

Sogno di Vino

Grub Hut

Sogno di Vino

Kachai Kitchen Pho T&N Agate Pass Cafe Mossback

Guaco Tacos Smoking Robinson’s Tamale guy on 305 in Suquamish

That’s-A-Some Italian Ristorante Burrata Bistro Tony’s Pizza

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

One of the Top 3 Realtors in North Kitsap since 2010!

A HEARTFELT

THANK YOU

The Loft

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

LUNCH PLACE

Central Market – FINALISTS –

Pho T&N 2 Brothers Deli ChocMo

MARGARITA

Puerta VallartaKingston – FINALISTS –

Azteca/La Costa Casa Luna Sully’s Bistro & Bar

Thank you for voting for Red Apple as one of the “Best Grocery Stores in North Kitsap” At Red Apple we are proud to offer the highest quality products in every department at affordable prices.

If you are looking for a new place to shop for all your needs then look at you’re locally owned Poulsbo Red Apple Market. We are fast, friendly, and convenient.

Sincerely,

for voting me one of the BEST IN NORTH KITSAP ‘10, ‘11, ‘12, ‘13, ‘14, ‘15, ‘16, ‘17 & ‘18!

Glyn Correll & Jeff Uberuaga Owners of Poulsbo Red Apple

Catherine Arlen Realtor

My heart is in helping you home.

360.340.8186 catherinearlen@windermere.com www.catherinearlen.com

20441 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo, WA 98370 (360) 779-4422

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

5

BEST FOOD 2018

MEXICAN CUISINE

MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE

Taqueria Los Cazadores

Punjab Indian Cuisine FINALISTS Spice Route Kafe Neo

– FINALISTS –

Casa Luna El Huarache Puerto Vallarta - Kingston

Western Red Brewing

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US

Winner, Best Middle Eastern Cuisine, Punjab Indian Cuisine Photo by Robert Monteith

Western Red Brewing is motivated to create and share our quality craft brews and celebrate Northwest life with those that share our passions.

(360) 626-1280

PENINSULA HEARING, INC. PENINSULA HEARING, INC. PENINSULA HEARING, INC. PENINSULA HEARING, INC. 19168 Jenson Way NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370

westernredbrewing.com

THANK YOU to everyone who voted to make us the BEST in North Kitsap!

THANK YOU everyone voted to make the in BEST North Kitsap!

THANK YOU to to everyone whowho voted to make us theus BEST NorthinKitsap!

THANK everyone who voted to makeexperts! us the BEST in North Kitsap!

We YOU are to your background noise

We background noise experts!

Weare areyour your background noise experts!

us today!noise experts!

We are your Call background Call us us today!

Call today!

Call us today!

1308 W. Sims Way - 360-379-5458

W. Sims Way - 360-379-5458 1308 1308 W. Sims Way - 360-379-5458

6

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST FOOD

NEW RESTAURANT

Punjab Indian Cuisine – FINALISTS – Kafe Neo Guaco Taco Groovy Bites

We couldn’t continue to be “all about the pizza” without the support and feedback we get from you.

Thank you for Voting us one of the Best.

Winner, Best Pho, Pho T&N

Photo by Robert Monteith

PHO

SANDWICH

VEGETARIAN CUISINE

Pho T&N

Butcher & Baker - Port Gamble

Pho T&N

– FINALISTS – Pho Kim Chi Chungs Heidis

25960 Ohio Ave NE Suite #102 Kingston, WA 98346 Every Day 11 AM - 10 PM

Place Central Market

(360) 297-6800 www.westsidepizza.com

Poulsbo Woodfired Westside Pizza - Poulsbo Westside Pizza - Kingston

– FINALISTS –

Central Market Deli 2 Brother’s Deli Slippery Pig

PIZZA

WINE LIST STEAK

– FINALISTS –

A Note of Thanks Poulsbo First Lutheran Church and all the vendors of our Christmas Bazaar would like to thank all of you who voted us to be one of the Top 3 in our category (Holiday Venue–Christmas Bazaar) for “The Best of North Kitsap.” We appreciate all who attend our Bazaar and for recognizing us for being one of the best.

Hope to see you this year on November 2nd and 3rd.

–Joan Morey, Chairperson Sunday Schedule 8:30 & 11am - Worship Holy Communion offered to EVERYONE every week. Social hour after both services in the social hall.

9:45am Sept-May Faith Formation hour, ages 3-adult.

18920 4th Avenue NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370 • 360-779-2622 • www.pflc.org • welcome@pflc.org

The Clearwater – FINALISTS –

Butcher & Baker The Kingston Ale House ChocMo 882194612

Poulsbo First Lutheran Church

– FINALISTS –

Kachai Thai Kitchen Mossback, Kingston Punjab Indian Cuisine

Sogno di Vino – FINALISTS –

Paella Bar D’Vine Wine Bar That’s-A-Some Italian Ristorante

WINGS TERIYAKI

Chungs

– FINALISTS – Wok Teriyaki Pho Kim Chi Sakura Taste Wei

Brass Kraken Pub – FINALISTS –

Safeway Wing Bar The Kingston Ale House Sully’s Bistro & Bar

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

7

BEST LOCAL EVENT 2018

ANNUAL FESTIVAL

Viking Fest – FINALISTS –

Kingston 4th of July 3rd of July - Poulsbo Poulsbo Beer Run

BEER TASTING

Slippery Pig Brewery – FINALISTS –

Western Red Brewery Central Market Valholl

Winner, Best Annual Festival, Viking Fest

File Photo

Skin • Nails • Body

Kitsap’s premier destination for skincare, manicures, pedicures, makeup artistry, and spa services Exclusively available at Beautifully Polished Image • Jan Marini • Jane Iredale • Intracueticals Hydropeptide • Glamglow • Coola • Expurtise • Suntegrity VOTED BEST NAIL TECHNICIAN IN NORTH KITSAP 11 YEARS IN A ROW

TOP 5 BEST MANICURE & PEDICURE IN WESTERN WASHINGTON

TOP 10 BEST FACIAL IN WESTERN WASHINGTON

Voted Best in North Kitsap Nail & Spa 2018

18825 Andersen Parkway NE • Downtown Poulsbo

PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE “INSPIRED YOU”

(360) 598 - 6000

POULSBO EMERGING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2016

PREFERRED DAY SPA & SALON OF KIANA LODGE

BeautifullyPolished.com

8

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST PLACE

HIKING TRAIL

KARAOKE

Port Gamble/Pope and Talbot Trails

Slippery Pig

– FINALISTS –

Poulsbo Fish Park Heritage Park Hansville Greenway

– FINALISTS –

Envy Bar The Kingston Ale House Sully’s Bistro & Bar

LIVE MUSIC VENUE HOLIDAY VENUE Winner, Best Beach, Point No Point

Downtown Poulsbo’s Christmas Events

File Photo

– FINALISTS –

ATHLETIC CENTER

BEACH

Kitsap Crossfit

Point No Point

Poulsbo Athletic Club Kingston Fitness Kitsap Hot Yoga

Indianola Beach Foul Weather Bluff Salt Air Beach - Kingston Old Man House Beach

– FINALISTS –

Port of Kingston Holiday Lights Sons Julefest Bazaar First Lutheran Christmas Bazaar

Slippery Pig Summer Concerts at Poulsbo Waterfront – FINALISTS –

Clearwater Casino - Beach Rock Lounge Clearwater Casino - Hot Summer Nights

– FINALISTS –

We’re proud to be named one of the

BEST LENDERS

IN NORTH KITSAP

Everyone for your votes!

From Greg Mathews Poulsbo, WA

THANK YOU

to our wonderful customers!

We are your pup's home away from home!

(360) 779-4567 • libertybaybank.com

Thank you for trusting us with your accounting and tax service needs.

WE OFFER • Daycare • Cage-free overnight boarding • Staff on site 24 hours a day • Pet taxi

• In Home Pet & Farm Care • In Home Well Check & Dog Walking • Education & Training • Half Day Pup Play

892193884

Run Dog Run Doggy Daycare & Education Center 26509 Bond Rd NE Kingston, WA 98346 360-297-DOGS (3647) rundogrundoggydaycare@gmail.com

Jerry Tellinghuisen, CPA

10950 NE St Hwy 104 | Kingston, WA 98346 360-297-4500 | www.kingston-cpa.com

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

PARK/PLAYGROUND/PLAYPLACE

TOURIST ATTRACTION

Lions Park

Downtown Poulsbo

FINALISTS Village Green Raab Park Anderson Parkway

– FINALISTS –

STAY & PLAY TONIGHT!

Port Gamble Point No Point Kingston Big Chairs

PLACE TO TAKE VISITORS

Downtown Poulsbo FINALISTS Port Gamble Point No Point Park Central Market

PLACE TO WORK OUT

Kitsap Crossfit – FINALISTS –

Poulsbo Athletic Club - PAC Kingston Fitness Kitsap Hot Yoga

9

TRIVIA NIGHT

Slippery Pig Brewery – FINALISTS –

Envy Bar Western Red Brewery The Kingston Ale House

VACATION RENTAL

Port Gamble Guest Houses – FINALISTS –

Point No Point Lighthouse Fox Glove House

PLACE TO WORSHIP WEDDING VENUE

Home

– FINALISTS –

Gateway Fellowship NewLife North Kitsap First Lutheran Church

Kiana Lodge – FINALISTS –

Port Gamble Weddings Red Cedar Farm The Kingston House

PLAY WITH PASSION. RELAX IN STYLE. THAT’S THE POINT!

YOGA STUDIO

Hotel

PLACE TO MEET PEOPLE

Poulsbo Waterfront – FINALISTS –

Kitsap Crossfit Central Market Slippery Pig Brewery

Kitsap Hot Yoga

Meeting Room • 94 Guest Rooms • Business Center

– FINALISTS –

Shanti Living Wellness Well Being Health Center White Lotus

All Your Favorite Games 700+ Slots • Blackjack • Craps

Live Music & Entertainment Center Bar • Cutter Cigar Club Boom Room Lounge • The Event Center

Dining Market Fresh Buffet • Little Boston Bistro • Point Julia Cafe

(360) 881-0197

11171 NE State Hwy 104

Kingston, Washington First, I would like to thank all my staff for their hard work, and flexibility during these past 7 months! I am beyond proud of all of you! You are our rock! I can not wait to see what the future holds for all of us!

Secondly, I would like to thank the community for your votes and for supporting Kafe Neo Kingston! You are the reason why we continue to come in everyday with our smiling faces and serve you! Thank you for welcoming us with open arms into the community!

www.thepointcasinoandhotel.com 360.297.0070 The Point Casino & Hotel is proudly owned and operated by The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe.

You must be at least 21 years old to participate in gaming activities, attend entertainment events and to enter lounge/bar areas.

Knowing your limit is your best bet—get help at (800) 547-6133.

TPC-6896-6 BNK.indd 1

8/9/18 3:00 PM

10

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST PUBLIC SERVANT

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

TEACHER & WHICH SCHOOL

Kathi Foresee

Jessica Outlaw, West Sound

– FINALISTS –

Barbara at Kingston Food Bank Bill Austin Beth Worthington

FIREFIGHTER

– FINALISTS –

Heather Pedersen, Vinland Elementary Lisa Gray Fritz,- KHS Allison Lynch, Vinland Terry Duncan, Poulsbo Middle School

Scott Trueblood – FINALISTS –

Luke Lougheed Carl Johnson Sean Langaker

POLICE OFFICER

Kilo

– FINALISTS –

Winner, Best Place to Meet People, Poulsbo Waterfront

Photo by Robert Monteith

Dan Schoonmaker David Green Justin Childs

To all my clients, friends and family.

THANKS FOR VOTING US AS A FINALIST IN THE “BEST OF N.K.” AWARDS AGAIN THIS YEAR! We want to thank your readers, our clients, and our colleagues for your confidence and your vote!

We are so blessed to live, work, and play in Kitsap County and call this our home.

Thank you for your continued support, & trust in ADM for your design and permitting needs!

Listening, Solving, Creating..."Architecture without the Ego" www.ADM-Architecture.com

for your support

Heather Adams Kuzminski, LMT Essential Massage for Health & Relaxation 360-621-8187

To our clients and our community, thank you for Voting us one of the best IT Services in North Kitsap!

Red Cedar Farm 27054 Lofall Road NW Poulsbo, WA 98370 360.697.7770 info@redcedarfarm.com redcedarfarm.com

Thank you for voting for us as one of the best, we appreciate your support and your vote.

We love to provide: · Real IT solutions for small to medium businesses · Professional Services – on call, break/fix scenarios · Data Backup · Managed Services – updates, antivirus, and server space Let us worry about your technology so you don’t have to!

360-516-6741 • www.kitsapnetworking.com • facebook.com/kitsapnetworking

882194304

Kitsap Networking Services, Inc.

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

11

BEST SERVICES 2018 ACCOUNTANT

AUTO REPAIR

Kingston CPA

Liberty Bay Auto Center

– FINALISTS –

Schultz & Associates Waterfront CPA Clarke Whitney CPA Inc.

FINALISTS Ken’s Northwest Kitsap Tire Hiro’s Japanese Auto Service

ACUPUNCTURIST

Acupuncture Wellness Center – FINALISTS –

Kingston Crossing Moonstone Acupuncture Nancy Knode

ARCHITECT

Blue Architecture + Interiors – FINALISTS –

Aaron Murphy Smallwood Design & Construction Jay Volz

AUDIOLOGIST

Peninsula Hearing Hearing Advantage

Kitsap Credit Union – FINALISTS –

Navy Federal Credit Union Kitsap Bank BECU Wells Fargo

BARBER/HAIR STYLIST & WHERE

Upsy Daisy Salon & Spa – FINALISTS – Rosario’s Kaley Velarde Sativa Marie

Winner, Best Auto Repair, Liberty Auto Center

Photo by Robert Monteith

BARTENDER & WHERE

CARPET CLEANING

Rachel at Western Red Brewing

Stanley Steemer

– FINALISTS –

Ashley at Slippery Pig Brewery Bartender at Paella Bar, Poulsbo Jared at Sogno di Vino

– FINALISTS –

Good Scents Naturalist Carpet Cleaner Kona Cleaning

BARISTA & WHERE

All at Latte on Your Way – FINALISTS –

AJ - Hot Shots Java Brittany - Viking Brew All at Central Market

Family Practice • Fatigue • Women’s & Men’s Health • Pediatrics • Pain Management • Colonics • Allergy Elimination • Colon/Liver Cleansing • Annual Exams

Thank you North Kitsap for all of your love and support and for voting us the Best seven years in a row!

HOTSHO TSJAVA.COM

Thank you to our loyal customers for your continued support!

Fifteen years of quality coffee & excellent service.

100% organic/fair trade.

18881 Front St NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370 | 360-779-2171 hotshotsjava@aol.com | hotshotsjava.com

At the core of Naturopathic Medicine, is the belief that once obstacles to cure are removed and systems are supported the body is able to heal. The physicians at Sound Naturopathic Clinic are experts in natural medicine. We are a family practice offering primary care medicine for everyone from infants to elders. At Sound Clinic you will receive a highly individualized treatment plan and follow-up care that is easily accessible.

20270 Front St. #103 | Poulsbo • 360 598 6999 • www.soundnaturopathicclinic.com

882193427

– FINALISTS –

BANK/FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

12

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST SERVICES

COUNSELING SERVICE

EYE DOCTOR

Front Street Clinic Infinite North Empowers You Counseling Sara at Suquamish Wellness

Dr. Ray Hedahl Poulsbo Eyecare Center

DENTIST

Dr James Lin Kingston Vision Center Dr. Dieffenbaugher

– FINALISTS –

Lance Rencher – FINALISTS –

Winner, Best Florist, Central Market

Valhalla Dental Jenny Thornton Dr. Lisa Horschman, Poulsbo Dental Care

Photo by Robert Monteith

CATERING

CHIROPRACTOR

DOCTOR/GENERAL PRACTITIONER

Central Market BBQ

Dr. Michelle Gip, Well Being Health Center

Dr Marie Matty

– FINALISTS –

Westside Pizza Kingston Crescent Moon Catering Bubbas Country Que

– FINALISTS –

Brandy Morgan Dr. Charlie DeWilde Dr. Sunny Gill (Kingston Crossing)

– FINALISTS –

Dr. T Andersen Dr. Frances Malone Jillian Rutherford

DOGGY DAYCARE/DOG WALKER

– FINALISTS –

Todd Tidball, Edward Jones Debi Tanner, Edward Jones Kingston Clint Boxman, The Latitude 48 Group Robert Morgan, Edward Jones

FLOORING

Shoomadoggie – FINALISTS –

882193900

Alder Creek Pet Lodge

Tim Ryan Construction Inc.

Cold, Wet Noses Big Valley Pet Resort Run Dog Run

FLORIST

– FINALISTS –

Central Market SERVICES ELECTRICIAN

Bird Electric – FINALISTS –

19168 Jensen Way NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370

Jessie Nino, Edward Jones

CONTRACTOR

Andy Olson Peninsula Construction Services Mike Marshall

(360) 697-3400

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Kitsap Wood Flooring Port Madison Wood Floors

– FINALISTS –

We couldn’t continue to be “all about the pizza” without the support and feedback we get from you.

Thank you for Voting us one of the Best.

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Thistle Floral and Home Flowers To Go Safeway

Cascade Electric Mathews Electric Sunset Electric

Thank you to the fantastic patients of Vintage DPC - It is a pleasure to come to work every day.

I am so grateful to Dr Lehmann for creating a patient focused practice that allows us to treat our patients with integrity.

Jillian Rutherford PA-C

KINGSTON OFFICE: 25985 Barber Cutoff Road, Suite B-1, Kingston, WA. 98346 Phone: 360-860-3020 | Fax: 866-375-6810 Text: 360-860-8009 | vintagedpc.com

THANK YOU FOR VOTING FOR US AS ONE OF THE BEST! Thank you to all of our wonderful clients for voting for us again this year. it is such an honor to be able to service you and your pets. We love the chance to meet and snuggle with your pets and be part of your pet care team! Seeing our clients and their dogs and cats happy with our service is, at the end of the day, why we do our jobs. We look forward to another year with you and your pets.

And, if a shop is better we are still open at Silverdale Pet Grooming at 9989 Silverdale Way. Pets Are Paws-atively Our Passion!!

KITSAP MOBILE GROOMING | (360)710-4094 | info@kitsapmobilegrooming.com SILVERDALE PET GROOMING | (360)307-7007 | info@silverdalepetgrooming.com | 9989 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

13

BEST SERVICES 2018 HOMEOPATH

JEWELRY DESIGN/REPAIR

Nancy Knode

Blue Heron

Sound Naturopathic Clinic - Dr Ruth Urand

Sea glass jeweler at Poulsbo farmer’s market

INSURANCE AGENT

LANDSCAPING SERVICE

EHL Insurance

Olmsteds

Fritz Jorg Poulsbo Junction Insurance Agent Geico

Ben Morgan - Cultural Development Landsc McClain Landscaping His Hands The Decker Brothers

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

INTERIOR DESIGNER

MD Design Group Michelle Doyle Trish Hodges

LAWYER

John Kenney – FINALISTS – Jeff Tolman Brittany Cline Sarah Sannes

– FINALISTS –

Connie LaMont Janet Weber Interior Design

MASSAGE THERAPIST & WHERE

MORTGAGE BROKER/LOAN ORIGINAT

Well Being Health Center

Sotrasie Pike, Evergreen Home Loans

Taylor at Shanti Living Wellness Heather Adams Kuzminski Hannah Listle Vera Day Spa

Torracy White, 1st Security Bank Koyrm Mason, Evergreen Home Loans Joe Prevost, Pioneer Financial

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

LENDER

IT SERVICES

Fusion Creative Works – FINALISTS –

Winner, Best Jewelry Design/Repair, Blue Heron

Photo by Robert Monteith

Jacob Maxwell Above and Beyond Tech Kitsap Networking Services Help Desk Calvary

Evergreen Home Loans – FINALISTS –

Kitsap Credit Union Liberty Bay Bank Navy Federal Credit Union

P.O. Box 278, Poulsbo, WA 98370 19351 8th Avenue NE, Ste 106, Poulsbo, WA 98370 Office (360) 779-4464 www.soundpublishing.com Copyright 2018 Sound Publishing

Vice president: Terry R. Ward General manager: Steve Perry Regional Advertising Director: Eran Kennedy

Managing editor : Robert Monteith Creative artists: Bryon kempf, Raquee Rivera

Thank you to the community for your support. we couldn't be where we are without you! Barb........

We rely solely on the community for donations. Many groups and organizations hold food drives for us. Monthly donations of money keep us going to purchase items needed, but not donated. We are so grateful for our gardeners and all the fresh produce and fruit that they donate. Kingston food bank 26102 Illinois Ave. Kingston, Washington (360) 297-4861

Thistle is the go-to floral shop and gift giving location in North Kitsap. We are always discovering and offering well-made and thoughtful gifts. We would rather offer simple and well-curated gift options in our flower shop rather than a myriad of “trendy stuff.” Simplicity at it’s best.

THANK YOU NORTH KITSAP We are so excited to be in your "Top 3".

Stop by and smell the roses or have them delivered to your door.

25960 Central Ave NE Kingston, Washington | (360) 638-2849 flowers@thistlefloralandhome.com | thistlefloralandhome.com

14

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST SERVICES

NUTRITIONIST

PEDIATRICIAN

Dr. Ellen Stehouwer - Kitsap Medical WeightWloisnsner

Dr. Wendy Hawley

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Dr. Frances Malone Dr. B Andersen Dr. Marie Matty

Dionne at Silverdale Wellness Center

PET GROOMER OIL CHANGE

Liberty Bay Auto Center

Winner, Best Holiday Venue, Downtown Poulsbo’s Christmas Events File Photo

– FINALISTS – Kitsap Tire Walmart DME

NAIL SALON

NATUROPATH

Beautifully Polished

Dr Urand

Apollo Jenny’s Hot nails

Dr. Kate D’Archangel Dr. Spiedel Lynn Chadd

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS!!!

We are so grateful to all of our clients that took the time to vote for us.

It’s our honor to have such strong partnerships in the community.

– FINALISTS –

Kitsap Mobile Grooming Country Pet Shoppe Wizard of Paws

PHARMACY

Dr. Lingenbrink

Kitsap Pharmacy, Central Market

Dr. Troy Okunami Dr. Sheldon Dr. Jerrold Johnson

CVS Pharmacy - Poulsbo Rite Aid Safeway

ORTHODONTIST – FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

JEFF TOLMAN LAW, PLLC Proud to be serving North Kitsap for over 40 years

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Poulsbo

Jeff Tolman jeff@poulsbolaw.com

360-779-5561

18925 Front Street, Suite 100, Poulsbo, WA 98370

882193426

1676 NE McWilliams Rd, Bremerton, WA 98311 (360) 930-6990 · www.HelpDeskCavalry.com

Alder Creek Pet Lodge

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

15

BEST SERVICES 2018 PHOTOGRAPHY

REAL ESTATE COMPANY

Front Street Photography

Mike & Sandi Nelson Real Estate

Olympic Photo Group Almost Candid, Johnny Walker Jen Lynn Photography

TLC Real Estate Windermere Real Estate/West Sound, Inc. John L Scott

PLUMBER

REALTOR

Swift Plumbing

Kimmel & Young

Kimco Plumbing Synergy Plumbing Duke’s Plumbing Services

Catherine Arlen Betsy Schairer All at Mike & Sandi Nelson Real Estate

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

PRINTING SERVICES

SENIOR SERVICES

Blue Sky

Martha & Mary

Kingston Mail & Print Kitsap Printing Sound Reprographics

Liberty Shores/Harbor House Compass & Clock magazine

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Winner, Best Tattoo Studio, Thor’s Hammer and Needle

Photo by Robert Monteith

STORAGE COMPANY

TATTOO STUDIO

Reliable Storage

Thor’s Hammer and Needle

– FINALISTS –

Kingston Mini Storage North Kitsap Self Storage Ideal Storage

– FINALISTS – Lucid Tattoo Woodwork Black Dragon

M

Thank you for your love & support!

Frances R. Malone

It Is An Honor To Care For Your Children

ALONE

Pediatrics Est 2016

ARNP, PHD

p

Frances @ malonepediatrics.org 360-535-9404 · Fax: 206-238-8145 www.malonepediatrics.org

p

Dahlia Center

INTE G R ATIVE MEDICINE

Conveniently located at 1173 Madison Ave. N. Bainbridge Island

www.Dahliacenter.com

16

2018

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

BEST SERVICES

TRAINER - SPORTS/PHYSICAL

Dan Hollingsworth Kitsap Crossfit – FINALISTS –

Eric Roth - KPT Jessica Kenney - PAC Erin Chadburn - Fit to Live

VETERINARIAN

Big Valley – FINALISTS –

Poulsbo Animal Clinic Rachel Strohmeier Poulsbo Marina Vet Clinic

WAITER/WAITTRESS & WHERE

Marie Pelland at That’s a Some Italian

Winner, Best Trainer - Sports/Physical, Dan Hollingsworth Kitsap Crossfit Photo by Robert Monteith

– FINALISTS –

2

TOPSOIL OR GRAVEL

Vern’s

Brothers Deli

Olmsteds PME Indigo Topsoil

Walk!

– FINALISTS –

Drive in my car Viking Cab Bicycle

Best Deli & Pizza in Kitsap county!

Thank you for voting us as one of your favorites in the best of North Kitsap as best deli, best sandwich, and best lunch spot.

Give Us A Call (360) 930-0649

2brothersdeli360@gmail.com 2brothersdeli.com

Thank You to Our Loyal Customers!

What a great honor to be voted in as a Top “3” Finalist. We deeply appreciate your continued support. It’s because of your support, small businesses like ours succeed.

We look forward to taking care of your carpet cleaning needs in the future!

Thank You from the Naturalist Carpet Cleaning Family, Aaron, Kristy & Ron We provide FREE PHONE ESTIMATES Port Angeles (360)452-1606

Sequim (360)681-6200

Port Townsend (360) 385-7755

Bainbridge Island (206)780-0204

Kitsap County (360)698-2324

Naturalist Carpet Cleaning • PO Box 1707 • Port Angeles, WA 98362

882193428

Country Pet Shoppe Right behind the Grub Hut! Telephone: (360) 297-4165 countrypetshoppe@yahoo.com countrypetshoppe.com

WAY TO GET AROUND TOWN

– FINALISTS –

882193808

We would like to thank our loyal customers for voting for us.

We are celebrating 20 years in business because of your support and we look forward to serving you with the best for 20 more!

Joe at Pho T&N Billie at Slippery Pig Jamie at Sully’s Bistro & Bar

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

17

BEST SHOPPING 2018

ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES

AUTO DEALER - USED

The Red Plantation

Liberty Bay Auto

Poulsbo Mercantile Lucky Star Antique Co-Op

Hudson Auto Center

– FINALISTS –

– FINALIST –

BOOKSTORE ART GALLERY

Front Street Gallery – FINALISTS –

Carrie Goller Gallery Almost Candid Photo The Artist’s Edge - Poulsbo

Liberty Bay Books – FINALISTS –

Away With Words Kingston Bookery Neighborhood book exchange box

Winner, Best Bookstore, Liberty Bay Books

Photo by Robert Monteith

CANNABIS BUSINESS AUTO DEALER - NEW

Liberty Bay Auto – FINALISTS –

West Hills Honda Peninsula Subaru West Hills Mazda

Agate Dreams

CLOTHING SHOP

CONSIGNMENT STORE

Highway 420 Paper and Leaf Green Tiki

– FINALISTS –

Flicka

Lucky Star

Lucky Star Northwest Land and Sea Modern Mercantile

Poulsbo Mercantile Diva de Beau Rumplenewskins Share Net

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Here are some of the services we provide our customers

New Construction • Home Remodeling Additions • Tenant Improvement Peninsula Construction Services would like to thank all the customers that voted us One of the best General Contractors in the Kitsap County Region. Thank you very much for your support!

Our goal is to always provide the best possible service to our valued customers like you.

If you are looking for a General Contractor that provides great service at a far price, please give us a call.

With 27 years of experience PCS can do any form of construction.

PO Box 264, Poulsbo, WA 98370 • (206) 276-2669 • peninsulaconstructionservices.net • wayne@peninsulaconstructionservices.net

18

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

2018

BEST SHOPPING

HARDWARE STORE

LOCALLY MADE BEER

Coast Do-it-best

Slippery Pig Brewery

Henery Hardware Home Depot

Western Red Brewing Valholl Down Pour

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

JEWELRY STORE

LOCALLY MADE COFFEE

Blue Heron

Latte On Your Way

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

Clever Gift Shop The Paisley Whale

Winner, Best Locally Made Beer, Slippery Pig Brewery

Photo by Robert Monteith

Grounds for Change Coffee Oasis Viking Brew

KITCHEN STORE EYEWEAR SHOP

FURNITURE STORE

Go Girl

Red Plantation

Kingston Eyecare Center Almond Blossom Optometry

Bad Blanche Collection

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

THANK YOU

for your support and vote!

Sweet Life Cakery is a boutique dessert shop located in Kingston, WA,

"the little city by the sea."

LOCALLY MADE WINE

Nordiska

Eleven Winery

– FINALIST –

– FINALISTS –

LAWN EQUIP/TOOL RENTAL GARDEN SUPPLIES

We love our customers!

Salt Kettle

Valley Nursery – FINALISTS – Olmsteds Henerys Coast to Coast

Advanced Rentals FINALISTS Northern Equipment Rentals Coast Hardware Premier Rentals

LOCAL FARMER’S MARKET

GROCERY STORE/MARKET

Poulsbo

Central Market

Kingston Farmers Market

– FINALISTS – Red Apple Safeway Marina Market

360-881-0215 | 11201 NE State Hwy 104 www.sweetlifecakery.com

– FINALIST –

Bainbridge Eagle Harbor Wine Company

SHOPPING NEW SHOP

Nordiska – FINALISTS –

Away With Words Northwest Land and Sea Kingston Mercantile & Marine

NURSERY/GARDEN

Valley Nursery – FINALISTS –

Olmsteds Roadhouse Nursery Henery Hardware

Real Estate By TLC Loves The Clients They Serve!

A HUGE THANK YOU To all who voted for us!

We appreciate you and your business!

THANK YOU for Voting us as one of the top 3 Real Estate Offices!

360.779.4489 ∙ www.poulsbojunctioninsurance.com

www.RealEstatebyTLC.com

Business – Home – Auto – Life – Classic Car – Motorcycle - RV – Boat

Small town agency. Big city options.

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

19

BEST SHOPPING 2018 OUTDOOR GEAR

SPECIALTY SHOP

Big 5

Nordiska

Sport Haus Kingston Mercantile & Marine Poulsbo Running

Battlegrounds Marina Market Tickled Pink

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

PAINT STORE

SPORTING GOODS

Peninsula Paint

Sport Haus

Home Depot Henery Hardware Sherwin Williams

Poulsbo Running Big 5 Sharenet

PET SHOP

THRIFT STORE

WINDOW DISPLAY

Country Pet Shop

Fishline

Petco Viking Feed Superior Pets

Lucky Star Good Will ShareNet Thrift Store

Thors Hammer and Needle Tattoo

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

– FINALISTS –

FINALISTS

Thank you for your votes, we appreciate your support and look forward to many years of providing you the very best eyecare.

Comprehensive EyeCare • • • •

Dr. O’Morchoe

Medical – Routine - Surgical The latest Surgical Treatments Highly Trained Staff State-of-the-art technology Exceptional Patient Care

With Full Service Optical Frames & Lenses for all budgets Contact Lenses Licensed Opticians Wide variety of Designer Frame lines • Multiple Pair Discounts

Dr. Lin

• • • • Dr. Dieffenbaugher Dr. Dieffenbaugher

Winner, Best Outdoor Gear, Big 5

Photo by Robert Monteith

– FINALISTS –

Away With Words Nordiska Modern Mercantile

The Green Light

aims to pay homage not only to the roots of Historic Poulsbo but also the American dining scene by rekindling the spirit of the classic diner. Serving quality but simple meals complete with a vintage soda fountain.

-Dominick and Rosalie Ferrara, Owners.

Dr. Noble

20669 Bond Rd, NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370 (Bond Rd & HWY 305)

For Appointments Call (360) 779-2020 or (800) 562-2020

www.pacificeyecare.com

Also located in Port Townsend at 2029 E Sims Way

18820 Front St NE Poulsbo, Washington www.greenlightdiner.com | Call (360) 697-3449

20

THE WINNERS ARE... THE 2018 BEST OF NORTH KITSAP

Thank you

for voting us best tattoo shop in North Kitsap!

18978 Front Street N E, Suite 100, Poulsbo • 360.930.0200 Tuesday – Sunday • 12:00pm to 8:00pm Follow us on Social Media”: facebook.com/Thors-Hammer-and-Needle-183725201664176/ instagram.com/thorshammerandneedletattoo/?hl=en