Washington’s Wineries Beckon
Photos and story by Ann Hattes Winery hopping in Washington is an unforgettable journey with its magnificent vineyards that lie in the same latitude as the great wine producing regions of France. Often the person pouring your samples is the winemaker...
Yakima Valley, Washington
Story and Photos By Ann Hattes The Yakima Valley is one of the Northwest’s best kept secrets. Year-round recreational activities, wine tasting, 300 days of sun, farm fresh produce, plus proximity to Puget Sound and Portland make this an irresistible...
A Holiday Amtrak Adventure
By Pat Gallagher Photos by Pat Gallagher The Empire Builder #28 was scheduled to leave Portland, Oregon December 19, 2008 at 4:45 PM. Friends had offered to drive me to Union Station, saving me the $25.00 cab fare. During the final hour of packing and...
Stylish in Seattle
By Karen Toussaint Photos by Karen Toussaint and H. James Riddell Kilts. They swing from the hips, pleats dropping to just above or below the knee. In Seattle, they are likely to be Utilikilts, a wash-and-wear kilt made from cotton duck. The brainchild...
