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This week’s recipe is a homemade take on one of my favorite takeout classics: Beef & Broccoli. (Roy Mosby)

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Broke Gourmet: Cantonese-Inspired Beef Broccoli

One of my longtime YouTube viewers from Hong Kong recently asked if I’d make something Cantonese-inspired. While this…

Sarah McLachlan brings her Better Broken Tour to Chateau Ste. Michelle on Saturday with Allison Russell. (Provided photo)

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Sarah McLachlan, Bat Boy, Shadows of a Fleeting World, and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

Cosmos Chocolate (Sunnyside Nursery)

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The Golfing Gardener: A garden of fragrance

In the world of gardening there are a number of topics that I would term rewarding to one’s…

This Parmesan crusted chicken has a crispy, golden crust that’s topped with a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Add homemade garlic mashed potatoes and garlic butter green beans, and you’ve got a meal that looks like it came from a nice restaurant without spending restaurant money. (Roy Mosby)

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Broke Gourmet: Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Restaurant Parmesan Chicken without the restaurant price.

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Kalbi beef enjoys global popularity. Cut across the bones into thin strips, this allows the meat to cook quickly and better absorb the kalbi marinade.

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TASTE OF TULALIP: Kalbi Ribs and marinade are a zesty option for summer grilling

Summer has finally arrived, and folks have dusted off their grills and are hitting the road for camping.…

Carl Worner’s bottle dioramas are records of his own life and turn-of-the-century America as well as fascinating pieces of folk art. (World Auction Gallery)

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Kovels Antiques and Collecting: Carl Worner found art at the bottom of a bottle

Very little is known about folk artist Carl Worner, and much of what is known comes from his…

The 2026 LX 700h is a Lexus SUV flagship. The Overtrail model is shown here.

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2026 Lexus LX 700h Overtrail can tackle the toughest terrain

Every model in the lineup is hardy, but this one is the ultimate.

Lindsey Stirling will perform at Chateau Ste. Michelle on Monday in Woodinville. (Provided photo)

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Lindsey Stirling, Robin Hood, Present Tense, and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

Meet Coco, Andrea Brown’s dismembered woman in a bikini, a strange sentimental item she has held on to since she received it as a gift in 1996. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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I own a dismembered woman in a bathing suit named Coco

We all have that one strange possession we just can’t bring ourselves to toss. What’s yours?

Hibiscus Rose of Sharon Bali (Sunnyside Nursery)

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The Golfing Gardener: Must have Hibiscus

Now that we are into the heat of the PNW summer, I thought it would be fun to…

To a carnival glass collector, the real treat in an ice cream bowl like this one is in its color, pattern, and iridescence. (Strawser Auction Group)

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Kovels Antiques and Collecting: Ice cream bowls are our favorite kind of carnival glass

Ice cream and carnivals are two of summer’s best treats, but, for glass collectors, they are a delight…

MySnoPUD gives you the best way to access and manage your account.

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PUD: Everything you need for your PUD account in one secure place

At Snohomish County PUD, we’re always looking for ways to improve your experience with us. We want to…

The church inside Tomar’s Convento de Cristo, designed at the height of Portugal’s sea power, is covered with elaborate motifs. (Rick Steves)

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Rick Steves: Tranquil Tomar — A break from Portugal’s tourist tumult

With a rich culture, friendly people, affordable prices, and a salty setting on the edge of Europe, Portugal…

The 2026 Honda Prelude, shown here in the Boost Blue premium paint color.

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2026 brings back Honda’s sporty Prelude after 25 years

The new iteration, still sporty, is a hybrid coupe with front-wheel drive and super-sleek styling.

Served over buttery garlic egg noodles, these Swedish meatballs are the kind of meal that feels like it came from your favorite restaurant while feeding the whole family for about the same price as one restaurant entrée. (Roy Mosby)

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Broke Gourmet: Swedish Meatballs with Garlic Butter Egg Noodles

Sometimes the best comfort food isn’t found on a restaurant menu.

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, shown here in the Limited trim.

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 transcends EV pitfalls

The compact SUV avoids issues that can make some consumers shy away.

Photos by Roy Mosby
If you are craving takeout but don’t want to pay takeout prices, this honey garlic chicken bowl recipe may be for you.

Food & Drink

Broke Gourmet: Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls

If you like takeout but don’t like the price tag, this one is for you.

The Fray will bring their Summer of Light Tour to Chateau Ste. Michelle on Tuesday in Woodinville. (Provided photo)

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The Fray, 48-hour PlayFest, Camera and Canvas, and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

PHOTOS BY Sunnyside Nursery
Little Spooky

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The Golfing Gardener: Even more Hydrangeas for summer

This week I shall continue marching down the path of Hydrangeas, exploring even more outstanding cultivars for local…

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Mukilteo Mayor Joe Marine’s garden.

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Mukilteo mayor’s garden on display at this year’s garden tour

The once-every-two-years Mukilteo Garden and Quilt Tour will include six residential gardens and 100 unique quilts.