Toggle’s Bottle Shop is closed permanently on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, in downtown Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Citing landlord dispute, Toggle’s closes in downtown Everett

The popular taproom shuttered Sunday. “Everett needs a cooperative landlord-tenant relationship in the commercial district,” a co-owner said.

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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.

The butter chicken at 5 Rivers Indian Cuisine in Everett is a bestseller. Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald)

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5 Rivers Indian Cuisine, Tía Lety reopen in Everett after devastating fire

The Snohomish County dining scene regained the Indian and Mexican eateries in September.

A sign celebrating the hop harvest is seen outside Carpenter Ranches hop farm in Granger. (Photo courtesy of R.J. Whitlow, owner and head brewer at 5 Rights Brewing)

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Hop season is here. So is fresh, locally brewed craft beer.

Our resident craft beer expert rounded up a list of fresh hop beers hitting the taps soon.

This cozy white chicken chili is perfect for transitioning into fall while fresh corn is still available locally. (Photo courtesy of Aimee Heriard-Dubreuil)

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Cozy white chicken chili with a summery twist

This recipe is perfect for transitioning into fall while fresh corn is still available locally.

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Meaty pasta bundt bake for your next Sunday dinner

This pasta bake yields a ring of fettuccine with Italian sausage, pepperoni, cheese and more.

Jordan and Brandon Molina at the newly opened Peace of Mind Brewing Tuesday afternoon in Lynnwood, Washington on September 13, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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New Lynnwood brewery opens at former Cask & Trotter location

Peace of Mind Brewing is filling a craft beer void in south Snohomish County.

Shrimp “Poor Boy” Sandwich from Daiane Lasswell, Quil Ceda Creek Casino

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This Big Easy delicacy boasts balanced flavors with a kick

Classic “Poor Boy” sandwich is rich on history and flavor, with ingredients shared by our region and Bourbon…

The St. John II, is unloaded at Home Port Seafoods in Bellingham, Washington on April 15, 2022. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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From sea to table: How sustainably-caught halibut ends up on your plate

A fourth-generation fishing family from Snohomish shares the perils, triumphs and realities of catching their livelihood.

Ruse Brewing Insulator IPA, Wayfinder Hell Lager and Zoiglhaus Zopo Italian Pilsner at Josh’s Taps & Caps on Monday, July 18, 2022 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Old-school lagers, freshened for the craft-beer generation

Beer lovers asked for elevated versions of the brews their dads drank, and Snohomish County beermakers answered

Bulkogi Stew, a mixture of beef steak, potato starch noodles, green onions and broth, is enjoyed as part of the Korean harvest festival, Chuseok. (Photo by Tressa Dale/Peninsula Clarion)

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A hearty Korean stew to celebrate harvest and loved ones

This savory Bulkogi stew is perfect for drizzly fall weather in Alaska or the Pacific Northwest.

The queso birria tacos at El Mariachi call for slow cooked brisket, melty cheese sandwiched between two corn tortillas, a shower of cilantro and bright pink pickled onions, and a bowl of consomé. Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022. (Taylor Goebel / The Herald)

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El Mariachi opens Everett restaurant, promising everlasting birria tacos

Your favorite taco truck has a new, permanent home right on Evergreen Way.

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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…