From powdered eggs to wagyu tagliata, hotel food has the power to make or break a vacation. But, if you’re a local, where can you get a taste of that vacation mindset without leaving town? This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about why locals ought to check out Seattle's hotel food scene. 

Read more about hotel food scene at the Seattle Times:https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/from-hotel-theodore-to-palihotel-these-seattle-hotels-offer-great-food/ 

Discussed in this episode:
Buttery biscuits with a Seattle Underground Tour vibe
$32 burger that is unfortunately really worth it
A toast to the ladies who lunch
And why it’s worth it to eat with the tourists

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

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From powdered eggs to wagyu tagliata, hotel food has the power to make or break a vacation. But, if you&rsquo;re a local, where can you get a taste of that vacation mindset without leaving town? This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about why locals ought to check out Seattle's hotel food scene.&nbsp;
Read more about hotel food scene at the Seattle Times: <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/from-hotel-theodore-to-palihotel-these-seattle-hotels-offer-great-food/">https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/from-hotel-theodore-to-palihotel-these-seattle-hotels-offer-great-food/</a>&nbsp;
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li>Buttery biscuits with a Seattle Underground Tour vibe</li>
<li>$32 burger that is unfortunately really worth it</li>
<li>A toast to the ladies who lunch</li>
<li>And why it&rsquo;s worth it to eat with the tourists</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about why locals ought to check out Seattle's hotel food scene. 

What’s the deal with Seattle hotel food?

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Brady Ishiwata-Williams, the chef and owner of Tomo, about his go-to spot for big birthdays, out of town friends, and honestly any day that needs an upgrade. Hint: a skatepark-view omakase run by a chef that makes the whole night feel like a perfect DJ set.

Discussed in this episode:
Why eating at your friend's place hits different
Foie gras of the sea: crispy, fatty, briny
Hokkaido uni that melts in your mouth like ice cream
Pro Tip: be cool... the restaurants are reviewing you too — Brandi got "good vibes"

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates.Lucy Soucekhelped produce and edit this episode. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Brady Ishiwata-Williams, the chef and owner of Tomo, about his go-to spot for big birthdays, out of town friends, and honestly any day that needs an upgrade. Hint: a skatepark-view omakase run by a chef that makes the whole night feel like a perfect DJ set.
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li>Why eating at your friend's place hits different</li>
<li>Foie gras of the sea: crispy, fatty, briny</li>
<li>Hokkaido uni that melts in your mouth like ice cream</li>
<li>Pro Tip: be cool... the restaurants are reviewing you too &mdash; Brandi got "good vibes"</li>
</ul>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at <a href="mailto:seattleeats@kuow.org">seattleeats@kuow.org</a>.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>.<a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/lucy-soucek"> Lucy Soucek</a> helped produce and edit this episode. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
Become a member today at <a href="http://kuow.org/eats">kuow.org/eats</a>.

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Brady Ishiwata-Williams, the chef and owner of Tomo, about his go-to spot for big birthdays, out of town friends, and honestly any day that needs an upgrade.

The go-to spot for omakase with a DJ set vibe 

When you take into account quality, quantity, and the overall dining experience — what bites around Seattle give you the most for your money? This week, host Brandi Fullwood duels Tan Vinh in a screaming good meal deal battle royale (they’re not really going to battle, they’re just gonna talk about the best value bites around town). 

Read more about these bites: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/pho-potle-seattle-area-restaurant-debuts-build-your-own-bowl-concept/ 

Discussed in this episode:
Pho-potle’s value in going viral 
Tacos Cometa’s carne asada only menu
Nomadic Wine Bar’s under the radar flatbreads
A dive bar cheesesteak with a side of good vibes
And a voicemail from one of you lovely people! 

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

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Correction: Everything is fried in beef tallow at The Rebel but the confit garlic is actually made with avocado oil. A previous version of the episode said that the confit garlic was made with wagyu beef fat. 

When you take into account quality, quantity, and the overall dining experience &mdash; what bites around Seattle give you the most for your money? This week, host Brandi Fullwood duels Tan Vinh in a screaming good meal deal battle royale (they&rsquo;re not really going to battle, they&rsquo;re just gonna talk about the best value bites around town).&nbsp;
Read more about these bites:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/pho-potle-seattle-area-restaurant-debuts-build-your-own-bowl-concept/">https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/pho-potle-seattle-area-restaurant-debuts-build-your-own-bowl-concept/</a>&nbsp;
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Pho-potle&rsquo;s value in going viral&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Tacos Cometa&rsquo;s carne asada only menu</li>
<li aria-level="1">Nomadic Wine Bar&rsquo;s under the radar flatbreads</li>
<li aria-level="1">A dive bar cheesesteak with a side of good vibes</li>
<li aria-level="1">And a voicemail from one of you lovely people!&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510&nbsp;and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
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Correction: Everything is fried in beef tallow at The Rebel but the confit garlic is actually made with avocado oil. A previous version of the episode said that the confit garlic was made with wagyu beef fat.&nbsp;

This week, host Brandi Fullwood duels Tan Vinh in a screaming good meal deal battle royale (they’re not really going to battle, they’re just gonna talk about the best value bites around town).

How to get a Screaming Good Meal Deal™

This week, Host Brandi Fullwood talks to Emily Kim,co-founder of the Pastry Project and the founder of Crumb Magazine, about her go-to spot for a great meal. Kim seeks out Masakan, a Malaysian pop-up, wherever they spring up. From the pop-up booths to catered meals, their meals have become a fixture in her life.

Discussed in this episode:
Hawker stall realness at the Ballard Farmers Market
Beef rendang that makes you feel like family
Pandan before it gets a Trader Joe’s moment
And curry puffs, curry puffs, curry puffs. Crispy, buttery, and aromatic

Seattle Eats is  a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at  206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

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This week, Host Brandi Fullwood talks to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/emilyk3/">Emily Kim,</a>co-founder of the Pastry Project and the founder of Crumb Magazine, about her go-to spot for a great meal. Kim seeks out <a href="https://www.masakanseattle.com/">Masakan</a>, a Malaysian pop-up, wherever they spring up. From the pop-up booths to catered meals, their meals have become a fixture in her life.
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Hawker stall realness at the Ballard Farmers Market</li>
<li aria-level="1">Beef rendang that makes you feel like family</li>
<li aria-level="1">Pandan before it gets a Trader Joe&rsquo;s moment</li>
<li aria-level="1">And curry puffs, curry puffs, curry puffs. Crispy, buttery, and aromatic</li>
</ul>
Seattle Eats is &nbsp;a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at&nbsp; 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
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This week, Host Brandi Fullwood talks to Emily Kim co-founder of the Pastry Project and the founder of Crumb Magazine about her go-to spot for Malay cuisine in Seattle.

A Malaysian pop-up that feels like home

From ancient grains to firefly squid, Seattle’s newest restaurants are trying it all. This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Met food writer Naomi Tomky about the restaurant openings— and one closing— that are hot on critics' minds. They discuss why these long-anticipated openings have diners and critics buzzing and which ones you’ll want to try.

Read more about Seattle restaurant openings: https://www.seattlemet.com/eat-and-drink/2026/04/xian-noodles-ethan-stow ell-gordo-steak 

Discussed in this episode:
Beast & Cleaver — a fan favorite makes a weeknight change
Gordo Steak — a steakhouse with fresh tortillas
Cafe Lolo — ancient grains-to-table 
Kakurenbo — omakase with classics and firefly squid!
And... what's actually “working" in the Seattle restaurant scene (hint: Spicy Hunan Kitchen)

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510  and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

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From ancient grains to firefly squid, Seattle&rsquo;s newest restaurants are trying it all. This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Met food writer Naomi Tomky about the restaurant openings&mdash; and one closing&mdash; that are hot on critics' minds. They discuss why these long-anticipated openings have diners and critics buzzing and which ones you&rsquo;ll want to try.
Read more about Seattle restaurant openings: <a href="https://www.seattlemet.com/eat-and-drink/2026/04/xian-noodles-ethan-stowell-gordo-steak">https://www.seattlemet.com/eat-and-drink/2026/04/xian-noodles-ethan-stow ell-gordo-steak</a>&nbsp;
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Beast &amp; Cleaver &mdash; a fan favorite makes a weeknight change</li>
<li aria-level="1">Gordo Steak &mdash; a steakhouse with fresh tortillas</li>
<li aria-level="1">Cafe Lolo &mdash; ancient grains-to-table&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Kakurenbo &mdash; omakase with classics and firefly squid!</li>
<li aria-level="1">And... what's actually &ldquo;working" in the Seattle restaurant scene (hint: Spicy Hunan Kitchen)</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510&nbsp; and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Met food writer Naomi Tomky about the restaurant openings and one closing that’s hot on critics minds.

Three Seattle restaurant openings you must try

Call your friends, call your partner and maybe call a babysitter… It's Seattle Restaurant Week! From April 19 to May 2, restaurants are serving prix fixe menus for $20 to $65. But with over 200 hundred participating spots, how do you decide where to eat? Host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle food writer Harry Cheadle about which Seattle Restaurant Week menus have the best food and better deals.

Discussed in this episode:
Time traveling for juicy, buttery palm wine
The DINKS vs parent SRW experience
Wearing hiking boots to eat a 14oz steak
$65 Cajun dinner for two (includes cocktails) 

Read more about Seattle Restaurant Week:https://www.kuow.org/stories/seattle-restaurant-week-do-the-math-get-a-baby-sitter 

Seattle Eats is  a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Lucy Soucek helped edit and produce this episode. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

Call your friends, call your partner and maybe call a babysitter&hellip; It's Seattle Restaurant Week! From April 19 to May 2, restaurants are serving prix fixe menus for $20 to $65. But with over 200 hundred participating spots, how do you decide where to eat? Host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle food writer Harry Cheadle about which Seattle Restaurant Week menus have the best food and better deals.
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Time traveling for juicy, buttery palm wine</li>
<li aria-level="1">The DINKS vs parent SRW experience</li>
<li aria-level="1">Wearing hiking boots to eat a 14oz steak</li>
<li aria-level="1">$65 Cajun dinner for two (includes cocktails)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Read more about Seattle Restaurant Week: <a href="https://www.kuow.org/stories/seattle-restaurant-week-do-the-math-get-a-baby-sitter">https://www.kuow.org/stories/seattle-restaurant-week-do-the-math-get-a-baby-sitter</a>&nbsp;
<hr>
Seattle Eats is &nbsp;a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>.<a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/lucy-soucek"> Lucy Soucek</a> helped edit and produce this episode. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
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Host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle food writer Harry Cheadle about which Seattle Restaurant Week menus are worth checking out and which ones have the best deals. 

Your Seattle Restaurant Week cheat sheet

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Victor Steinbrueck, the chef and owner of Local Tide in Fremont, about his go-to-spot to eat in the city. He's been going to this late night dim sum spot with his family, his friends... really anyone for 25 years.

Read more about this story a list of what to order: https://www.kuow.org/stories/the-late-night-spot-this-seattle-chef-has-been-going-to-for-25-years 

Discussed in this episode:
Being a 25 year regular 
Organized chaos at a late night dim sum spot
How to order for a full squad (hint: ask for the whole fish) 
Local Tide’s new spot coming soon.

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Lucy Soucek helped edit this episode. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Victor Steinbrueck, the chef and owner of Local Tide in Fremont, about his go-to-spot to eat in the city. He's been going to this late night dim sum spot with his family, his friends... really anyone for 25 years.
Read more about this story a list of what to order:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/stories/victor-steinbrueck-the-late-night-spot-this-seattle-chef-has-been-going-to-for-25-years">https://www.kuow.org/stories/the-late-night-spot-this-seattle-chef-has-been-going-to-for-25-years&nbsp;</a>
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Being a 25 year regular&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Organized chaos at a late night dim sum spot</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to order for a full squad (hint: ask for the whole fish)&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Local Tide&rsquo;s new spot coming soon.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at <a href="mailto:seattleeats@kuow.org">seattleeats@kuow.org</a>.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/lucy-soucek">Lucy Soucek </a>helped edit this episode. Our host and producer is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.

Local Tide's chef and owner, Victor Steinbrueck is a regular at a popular dim sum spot. He explains why he keeps going back, not just for late night dim sum, for anytime. Plus, he'll share what you must order when you go.

This Seattle chef's go-to spot for late night dim sum

 This week host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about what a gal has to do to get a good ham sandwich around here. Jackie has reviewed dozens of jambon beurre sandwiches (French for ham and butter) and she has plucked the best ones from the bunch to share with us.

Read more about Jamon Beurre from Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/seattles-best-french-sandwich-seeking-out-the-perfect-jambon-beurre/

Discussed in this episode:
The alchemy of salty ham, good creamy butter and pockets of pickle.
Jambon Beurre Spring
Channeling Anthony Bourdain at the neighborhood cafe
Ham, ham, and more ham.

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

&nbsp;This week host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about what a gal has to do to get a good ham sandwich around here. Jackie has reviewed dozens of jambon beurre sandwiches (French for ham and butter) and she has plucked the best ones from the bunch to share with us.
Read more about Jamon Beurre from Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/seattles-best-french-sandwich-seeking-out-the-perfect-jambon-beurre/
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">The alchemy of salty ham, good creamy butter and pockets of pickle.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Jambon Beurre Spring</li>
<li aria-level="1">Channeling Anthony Bourdain at the neighborhood cafe</li>
<li aria-level="1">Ham, ham, and more ham.</li>
</ul>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
<hr>
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
Become a member today at <a href="http://kuow.org/eats">kuow.org/eats</a>.

This week host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about what a gal has to do to get a good ham sandwich around here. 

The best jambon-beurre in Seattle

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times critic Tan Vinh about the nominees for the James Beard Awards. They'll breakdown the restaurants up for nomination and help you make a reservation before it gets too tough. Plus, what these awards mean for the Seattle food scene.

Read more about the James Beard Awards nominations in the Seattle Times:https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/james-beard-awards-2026-2-seattle-chefs-named-finalists/ 

Discussed in this episode:
Anonymous judges of the food industry Oscars
Tidepools and teamwork on the plate
Putting a ‘W’ in the chat for Washington wine
"Acceptance speeches" from the chefs at Atoma and Surrell  

Seattle Eats is  a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times critic Tan Vinh about the nominees for the James Beard Awards. They'll breakdown the restaurants up for nomination and help you make a reservation before it gets too tough. Plus, what these awards mean for the Seattle food scene.
Read more about the James Beard Awards nominations in the Seattle Times: <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/james-beard-awards-2026-2-seattle-chefs-named-finalists/">https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/james-beard-awards-2026-2-seattle-chefs-named-finalists/</a>&nbsp;
Discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Anonymous judges of the food industry Oscars</li>
<li aria-level="1">Tidepools and teamwork on the plate</li>
<li aria-level="1">Putting a &lsquo;W&rsquo; in the chat for Washington wine</li>
<li aria-level="1">"Acceptance speeches" from the chefs at Atoma and Surrell&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Seattle Eats is &nbsp;a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
<hr>
Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at&nbsp;206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
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This week host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement about which pastries to snag at bakery tucked inside of Seattle’s City Hall. 

Read more about this story from Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement:https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/this-gift-of-a-bakery-is-hidden-in-plain-sight-at-seattles-city-hall/ 

Discussed in this episode:
"Activating" downtown with a bakery inside Seattle City Hall
Conchas so good you don't even need coffee
Bakery fails even the crows won't eat 
A pastry with cashew cream, poblanos, and corn that's way better than soup

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at  206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Jim Gates. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. 

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

This week host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement about which pastries to snag at bakery tucked inside of Seattle&rsquo;s City Hall.&nbsp;
Read more about this story from Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement: <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/this-gift-of-a-bakery-is-hidden-in-plain-sight-at-seattles-city-hall/">https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/this-gift-of-a-bakery-is-hidden-in-plain-sight-at-seattles-city-hall/</a>&nbsp;
Discussed in this episode:
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<li aria-level="1">"Activating" downtown with a bakery inside Seattle City Hall</li>
<li aria-level="1">Conchas so good you don't even need coffee</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="Also,%20check%20out%20Bethany&rsquo;s%20story%20about%20baking%20woes:%20https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/fear-of-baking-this-very-easy-really-good-cake-recipe-can-help/">Bakery fails even the crows won't eat&nbsp;</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">A pastry with cashew cream, poblanos, and corn that's way better than soup</li>
</ul>
Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.
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Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at&nbsp; 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org.
Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/jim-gates">Jim Gates</a>. Our host and producer is <a href="https://www.kuow.org/authors/brandi-fullwood">Brandi Fullwood</a>.&nbsp;
Become a member today at <a href="http://kuow.org/eats">kuow.org/eats</a>.

This week host Brandi Fullwood spoke to Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement about which pastries to snag at a bakery tucked inside of Seattle’s City Hall. 

The bakery in Seattle's City Hall

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