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Stir-fried ginger shrimp with a peppery kick

Reader Vicky Paulson said this recipe will “spark everyone’s taste buds.”

Autumn Covington makes all of the bakehouse's six-ounce cookies. (Rachel Rosen/Whidbey News-Times)

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Cookie shop stirs up excitement on Whidbey Island

A new family-owned business in downtown Oak Harbor has been whisking up quite a buzz lately.

Jim and Karen Staniford have owned the Vintage Cafe on Hewitt Avenue for 40 years.  They have changed the name of the cafe, and the menu over the years, but it has stayed in the same place. (Dan Bates/The Herald)

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Karen Staniford, founder of storied Vintage Cafe, dies at 79

The cafe’s former owner was “feisty and independent, a force to be reckoned with when she put her…

Ross Andrew Mickel shows off the new tasting bar at Ross Andrew Winery in 2013. (Ross Andrew Winery via Facebook)

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Wine industry mourns Woodinville vintner, family killed in plane crash

Ross Andrew Mickel, wife Lauren Hilty and child Remy Mickel were a “bright and shining light in the…

This German chocolate cake is rich and decadent and looks beautiful with a sparkling candle on top. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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This German chocolate cake celebrates a life well lived

A birthday treat for the author’s enterprising father-in-law, the cake looks great with a candle on top.

Wrap ’n’ Roll’s Lumpia at the Monroe Farmers Market on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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‘Never stop rolling’: This business’ crispy lumpia sell fast

Jessica Aubert made lumpia to stay connected to her Filipino heritage. It’s become a thriving business.

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Dark zucchini and banana bread is a summer treat

Get creative with your zucchini with this dark, intensely flavorful bread recipe.

PCT thru-hiker Manny pulls out a hot pizza at Washington Alpine Club’s Guye Cabin near Snoqualmie Pass on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald)

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The Thru-Hiker’s Diet: PCT hikers devour calories to fuel 100 marathons

On a 2,650-mile journey, what does a hiker eat? Ramen bombs. Sour Patch Kids. Tortillas stuffed with Lucky…

Rosemary bread. (Photo by Tressa Dale)

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Bread: So simple, and yet so darn sensitive

Bread is a living thing that must be cared for in just the right way, and failure lurks…

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Add fluffy fruit-filled pancakes to your breakfast rotation

These banana-berry pancakes from reader Jennie Bouma can be made gluten- and dairy-free.

Onions are grilled up at the Walla Walla Burger booth during opening day of the Evergreen State Fair on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Bloomin’ onions, giant corn dogs: Eat your way through the Evergreen State Fair

Food reporter Taylor Goebel faced a delicious dilemma with Evergreen State Fair’s 40 food vendors.

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Try these English toffee crunch bars (and yes, they’re easy)

If you’ve ever been too intimidated make English toffee, give this recipe a shot.

A sizzling cast iron pan of fajitas.

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Sizzle up your dinner game with these fajitas

Cook these outside if you can; otherwise be prepared for blaring smoke alarms.

Enseamada, a new Filipino cafe in Everett, serves up generous plates like their adobo bowl, with soy garlic chicken, mac salad, rice and dressed lettuce. They also offer coffee drinks, halo halo and their must-have ensaymadas.

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Everett pie shop, Filipino cafe, Sonic Drive-In: See what’s new in Snohomish County’s dining scene

Read about a new Filipino cafe in Everett, an update on the former Casa Tequila location, and more.

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New Snohomish County eateries: A sneak peek of upcoming restaurants

Check out The Daily Herald’s list of upcoming restaurants in Snohomish County.

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Bright and beautiful summer cucumber salad

Reader Linda Lenhardt said she seldom has leftovers with this quick and tasty salad.

Co-owner of Rinconcito Peruano Restaurant Genesis Rojas brings out a Triple Marino dish that consists of arroz con mariscos, ceviche and jalea mixta on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Take a bite out of Peru at this Lynnwood restaurant

Rinconcito Peruano serves both light and hearty Peruvian dishes, from ceviche to tender beef stew.

A beer is poured at UpperLeft Beerfest on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019 in Everett, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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This weekend, take a sip out of Upper Left Beerfest in Everett

Upper Left Beerfest is back in Everett this weekend, with more than 20 craft breweries and cideries.

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Chocolate peanut butter Incredibles

These chocolate peanut butter bars are, as the name suggests, incredible.

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Upper Left Beerfest: The full pour list

Find every type of beer, cider and more served at this year’s Upper Left Beer Fest in Everett.