There's a regular list of must-dos whenever we hit Seattle (that doesn't always involve visiting Matsutake Joe.)  We visit our relatives.  We catch up with old friends.  We enjoy the weather, if it cooperates (a balmy Seattle summer day rivals no other, but they're few and far between.) Naturally, read more

Matsutake madness "I'd like to go to Whole Foods today, and then I want to go pick up some mushrooms," my Aunt Jenny told me one morning earlier this week. This has been our routine for the few weeks I've been back in the States.  I've been helping her out by driving around town, running errands read more

Dad's cooking.  Especially these clams (manila, to be exact) in his spicy basil sauce.Pizza.  Even better with amazing cured meat from Salumi, the famous Seattle deli belonging to Mario Batali's family.Fall.  Nothing beats the crisp air, vibrant colors, and warm clothes to bundle read more