Skagit Dining Guide 2022

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A supplement to the Skagit Valley Herald

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Skagit Valley Food Co-op’s

Award Winning Deli & Bakery

Hungry? You’re in the right place!

Fresh salads, famous sandwiches, organic juices, and out-of-this world desserts.

Oh, and espresso too. The Co-op Deli has it all.

Pop in to find a wide variety of choices for every meal—made from scratch by us, just for you!

Fresh.

Local.

Delicious.

Open Daily to Everyone

Just Off I-5 | Exit 226 skagitfoodcoop.com • 360.336.9777

CONTENTS 5 ways to support restaurant owners in your community . . . . 4 Local alcohols: where to find and taste them . . . . 9 Buying local: an important practice now and always . . . . 10 Let’s hear it for patio season . . . . 13 Buying local: a smart choice . . . . 14 How to eat locally all year long . . . . 15

Looking for things to do after you dine?

Let’s eat! Indulge in summer street food . . . . 16

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5 ways to support restaurant owners in your community

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o you appreciate the warm welcome you receive from local restaurant owners when you visit their establishment? If you want to support and thank these entrepreneurs for their contribution to your community, here are five actions you can take.

ORDER IN. Whether you opt for delivery or takeout, local restaurateurs are sure to appreciate your business. If possible, pick up your meal or use the restaurant’s in-house delivery service rather than rely on a third-party vendor.

You can also order a surprise meal for a loved one to brighten their day.

BUY THEIR MERCHANDISE. Many restaurants, microbreweries and coffee shops offer promotional merchandise that helps boost their revenue. These items may include printed mugs, glasses, hats or T-shirts as well as packaged versions of specialty items like sauces and preserves for you to enjoy at home.

ALWAYS LEAVE A TIP. Depending on what you can afford, leave a tip that amounts to between 15 and 20 percent of the total bill. Get into the habit of doing this regardless of whether you dine in, pick up your meal or have your food delivered.

GIVE A GIFT CARD. Whether it’s a present for a friend or family member, buying a gift card is a great way to support a local restaurateur while allowing the recipient of the card to enjoy a delicious meal.

ACCEPT ALCOHOL RECOMMENDATIONS. If you enjoy alcoholic beverages, be sure to consult a Summer 2022 - Dining Guide

restaurant’s wine, beer or cocktail menu.

Many establishments offer a variety of interesting choices at reasonable prices.

Take advantage of the staff ’s expertise to find the right pairing for your meal.

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KATT’S WESTSIDE STORY

SKAGIT VALLEY FOOD CO-OP

Signature Handcrafted Cocktails Gourmet Burgers • Wing Wednesday • Taco Thursday • Friday Night Dinners

360-755-6474

100 S Barker St, Mount Vernon Closed Monday & Tuesday • Wednesday noon-10pm Thursday-Saturday noon-midnight, Karaoke 8pm Sunday Brunch 9am-1pm

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SECRET COVE BROWN LANTERN ADRIFT ANACORTES OIL & VINEGAR BAR

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lunch & dinner • Appetizers • Salads • Sandwiches • Burgers • Tacos

burgers • Local grass fed beef or wild seafood, brioche bun, pickled red onions, toasted garlic aioli • Add cheddar, jarlsberg, gorgonzola, avocado, Hempler’s bacon • Ask about the Badass Burger!

seafood • Cioppino • Dungeness Crab Cakes • Pan Fried Oysters • Fish Tacos • Drunken Sailor Steamers

510 Commercial Avenue, Downtown Anacortes | 360-588-0653 | Adriftrestaurant.com Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11AM-9PM Summer 2022 - Dining Guide

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Fresh fish specials, Healthy salads, House made desserts, Creative local wines, beers, & ciders, Locally sourced produce & meats

ANACORTES OIL & VINEGAR TASTING BAR

Come visit and have a taste with us!

We carry a wide variety of the purest quality extra virgin olive oils and fused and infused balsamic vinegars. We are a tasting bar where you can come in and taste all of our Oils and Vinegars.

Our products speak to the Foodie in all of us including specialty Pasta’s, infused flavor sea salts, local preserved vegetables and preserves.

We love to feature local Artist’s, so come explore the talent that lives here.

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Local alcohols: where to find and taste them T he buy-local trend can be a part of your entire shopping experience, and alcohol is no exception. Are you in the mood to try some local wines and spirits from your region this summer? Seek out unique drinks produced by local artisans and enjoy them in the comfort of your home or step out for drinks in the latest hot spot.

BUY Whether you like sparkling cider, rosé, a white beer with tea, an aromatic gin, or a full-bodied red, the choices are endless. Each state has its own regulations for selling wine and spirits, so check locally to learn the best places to purchase. If you visit a distillery or winemaker directly, you can likely buy their product on site. They may also offer the chance to learn about the product, how it’s made, and give you some tips for optimal enjoyment at home. They may even provide tastings.

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your choice.

• On a restaurant patio with your significant other • At a bar with a group of friends • With your parents around a barbecue • In the taproom of a local brewery with your colleagues • In front of a crackling fire, communing with yourself Local winemakers, microbrewers, distillers and cider producers offer an impressive array of products. Make an experience of trying new local offerings.

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Warm weather puts you in a relaxed and festive mood.

Enjoy local drinks responsibly in good company at a place of

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Buying local: an important practice now and always

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he economic crisis caused by the PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT pandemic made it clear that buying If businesses sell products that are local should be a priority for consumers. made locally using materials sourced After all, the benefits for both you and from nearby areas, it decreases the your community are vast. amount of time these goods spend on the road or in the air. A reduction in SUPPORT THE ECONOMY transportation means fewer greenhouse When you buy goods from local gases are emitted and, often, less merchants, your support has a domino packaging is used. For bonus points, effect. This is because it allows the walk or cycle to the local shops you retailers to source more materials from frequent. producers in the area, which in turn grows the regional economy. Helping ENSURE WORKER COMPENSATION local businesses thrive also ensures they If you buy goods from growers and can create and maintain jobs for people producers in your region, you can be in your community, who will then have more confident that the people who more money to spend. made them benefitted from local laws regarding wages and working

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conditions. By purchasing these products, you’re using your power as a consumer to encourage the practices of fairly treating and paying employees.

OBTAIN QUALITY PRODUCTS From the method in which products are manufactured to the way animals are raised and food is grown, the goods made in your area are subject to strict quality and environmental standards.

In addition to ensuring you get top-ofthe-line products, you’re also letting merchants know that you value quality.

When you realize the difference you can make simply by buying local, it’s hard to think of a reason not to. Happy shopping! goskagit.com

CHUCKANUT MANOR SEAFOOD & GRILL

r! u o H y p p a H Tuesday – Sunday • 2pm – 5pm 25% Off Appetizers, $2 Off Wine Pours, and $1 Off Draft Beer & Well drinks!

Wine Bottle Wednesday 25% OFF Check out Chuckanut Cones Ice Cream Stand!

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CASCADE PIZZA

SKAGIT VALLEY BURGER EXPRESS

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Named Best Burger In The State!

Celebrating 10 Years Of Serving Our Wonderful Community 1172 W State Route 20, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 Skagit

(360) 707-8778 • www.skagitvalleyburgers.com

Valley Burgers

Business Hours: Wednesday 11-7 • Thursday 11-3 • Friday’s and Saturday’s 11-7:30 • Closed: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday

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Let’s hear it for PATIO SEASON As t h e we ath e r g rows fi n e r, yo u ’re l o o k i ng for fre s h way s to en j oy go o d fo o d i n good com pa n y.

W h et h e r yo u’re e n j oy i ng a ta s t y bre ak fas t w i th t h e fa m i l y, gr a b b i ng a b i te w i th co-worke rs or pl a n n i ng an e l e g a nt di n n e r date, t h e re ’ s n o m ore pl e a s a nt at m os p h e re th an a re s ta ura nt pat io.

s t i mul at i n g view of th e street, w i t h e nga gi ng conversation a n d l a ughter? Th en th ere’s th e s oot h i ng fresh ai r with warm

sun sh i n e or cooli ng shade. It’ s ti m e to m ake up for lost ti m e an d c reate n ew m em ories with an entici ng m eal an d well-ea r n e d beverage.

Man y restaurants, bistros, c afe s, m icrobreweries, vi n eyards an d c ream eries provide terraces for outdoor en joym ent. Th is sum m e r, visit th e eateries i n your area to discover (or rediscover) t h e m yriad of tastes available to delight your sen ses.

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A Family Favorite for over 47 years!

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Kids Menu • Grinders • 10 Beers on Tap • Salads

Pizza Pasta Baked Italian Dishes

We Deliver 7 Days A Week DINE IN, TAKE OUT & DELIVERY 11am - 9pm 852 Highway 20, Sedro-Woolley • 360.856.1136

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Buying local: a smart choice Y ou might be surprised by the variety of fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses and beverages produced year-round in your region.

There are many reasons to privilege these locally made products, and it’s a lot easier than you might think.

WHY BUY LOCAL? Buying local ensures that you’ll get in-season produce. This means that products destined for local markets are harvested when they’re ripe. Many studies have found that naturally ripened fruits and vegetables contain higher con­cen­trations of important nutrients compared to artificially ripened varieties.

In addition, buying local is better for the environment. Food transportation is a significant source

of greenhouse gases and when you buy local products, you reduce your carbon footprint.

Furthermore, buying from the source, es­pecially at farmers’ markets, allows you to learn more about how your food is produced. This fosters a stronger sense of community.

Finally, buying local allows you to support the local economy in your region.

WHERE CAN I BUY LOCAL? In some areas, stores are required by law to indicate the place of origin for the fruits and vegetables they sell. If provenance information isn’t available, you can always ask someone.

Additionally, some stores have dedicated sections for local products.

Depending on the season, you might also be able to find a farmers’ market in your area. Buying directly from producers allows you to stay informed about what you consume.

Another option is to seek out food co-ops or delivery services that supply fresh produce.

Buying local has many advantages, and it’s easier than many people think. Keep an eye on what’s in season and privilege these products to get tastier and cheaper meals.

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How to eat locally all year long

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f you favor food produced in your region, you’ll help protect the environment and support the local economy.

Plus, you’ll gain access to fresh and affordable ingredients.

Though it’s often more associated with summer, eating locally can be done year-round. Here’s how.

LEARN ABOUT THE REGION Start by familiarizing yourself with what foods grow in your area and when they’re harvested. A seasonal food list will make it easier to plan your meals. Keep in mind that some growers use greenhouses to ensure that their fruits and vegetables are available year-round. Consult online resources or speak with growers at your local farmers market to learn more.

PREPARE FOR WINTER Good food storage practices allow you to enjoy a wide range of produce throughout the year. Apples, onions and various root vegetables, for example, will keep for months if stored in a cool, dark place. Other summer produce can be purchased in bulk and then canned, frozen or pickled.

This will allow you to diversify your meals in winter

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without buying out of season.

EMBRACE SEASONAL SUBSTITUTES Eating locally year-round requires creativity and a willingness to adapt your diet to the season. Start with simple changes. Swap spinach and lettuce for nutrient-rich alternatives like leeks and cabbage during the winter. Pick up a seasonal cookbook at your local bookstore if you need a bit of inspiration.

With a little planning and effort, you can enjoy locally sourced meals year-round.

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Indulge in summer street food

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any food trucks and familyrun restaurants offer a variety of dishes and drinks that can be enjoyed on the go. Here are a few tips for enjoying local street food this summer.

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS Step outside your comfort zone and sample a variety of trendy street foods like sandwiches, salads, hot dogs, kebabs, crepes, tacos, fish and chips and hamburgers. No matter where you Summer 2022 - Dining Guide

go, street food allows you to enjoy a wide variety of sweet, salty and spicy delights.

EXPLORE NEW PLACES Use apps and websites to find food trucks and small restaurants offering unique street food near you. You can also research outdoor events that gather several popular food trucks in one place. Additionally, find out if your favorite brick-and-mortar restaurant has a food truck. This way, 16

you can enjoy their dishes in new and exciting places.

ORGANIZE AN EVENT Instead of trying to track down food trucks and small restaurants offering street food in your neighborhood, hire a food truck for a private function, such as a birthday or wedding. Your guests will be thrilled to try something new.

Enjoy the simplicity and authenticity of street food this summer! goskagit.com