When Red Lantern Asian Fusion unlocked the doors to its Olympia location on December 6, 2025, it wasn’t just the opening of a second restaurant — it was the continuation of a family story that began years earlier in Yelm. What started [...]

A fine dining experience awaits you at 1889 Prime Steakhouse in the heart of downtown Olympia. The modern yet intimate atmosphere utilizes large picture windows for views onto Capitol Lake and the Capitol dome. The ambiance pairs well with a thoughtfully-created menu. [...]

Meet ‘Souperman’ Chris Hyde, Director of the Food Source Foundation Chris Hyde believes that making and sharing food nurtures both body and soul. It is a simple idea with a big impact. A life-changing inspiration activated Hyde’s journey to make soup and [...]

Thurston County is home to some of the best places to dine and enjoy a meal with loved ones. Below is a list of some of our favorite establishments that you should try, now that you call Thurston County home. Brewery City [...]

Indian Summer Golf & Country Club, a semi-private golf and country club in Olympia, includes a picturesque 18-hole championship golf course and a beautiful 33,000-square-foot clubhouse with the Embers Restaurant & Lounge and a full-service golf shop. This convenient location, coupled with [...]

Keeping up with Gig Harbor’s significant growth in recent years is an expanding culinary scene catering to both new residents and visitors. Create your own movable feast with this guide for stops around the Harbor and a short drive to Uptown. Appetizers [...]

Pizzeria La Gitana whisks you away to an authentic European dining experience and you don’t have to leave Thurston County. The attention to organic, high-quality ingredients served in a sweetly romantic yet casual setting keeps people coming back for more. With strong [...]

Crumbl Cookies with their snappy, pink boxes are coming to Olympia’s westside in May. Franchise co-owners Sebastian Brost and De’Shaun Hollis are completing the final details for the Grand Opening. If you have yet to indulge in a Crumbl, your time has [...]

Spring and summer months are beautiful in the Northwest, but they are especially picturesque in Sunset Magazine’s pick as one of Washington’s “Prettiest Harbor Towns” – Gig Harbor. Keep that in mind when you are researching locations to just get away. Whether [...]

There are so many reasons why Sofie’s hyper-local gelato is a taste sensation. Each small batch is lovingly made with ingredients sourced from the community. Owners Sofie Landis and Chris Proctor unite their culinary and business skills with great attention to detail [...]