With the International Food Bloggers Conference just 1 month away, I’m excited to share the next post in my Seattle Dining Series. I’ve already told you about several Seattle restaurants including Spanish-inspired Ocho, French-Americana-inspired RN74, and now I’m excited to tell you all[...] Continue reading
Hey gang - it’s time for the second post of my Seattle Dining Series, and our spotlight is on RN74. RN74 was created from Seattle restauranteur Michael Mina - so it’s no surprise that this restaurant and wine bar blends[...] Continue reading
Seattle is just a three hour drive from Portland. We have family and friends in the area, so between weddings, birthday parties and weekend getaways, we’re up there at least several times a year. Typically we hang out with our[...] Continue reading
I love traditions. You know, like Friday movie nights and Sunday morning pancakes. I also love making traditions with new friends. A few months ago, Sam and I met a group of my colleagues and their spouses for dinner at[...] Continue reading
This year’s Taste Of The Nation offered bites from over 60 of the area’s top chefs and restaurants. One of my stand-out favorites was a surprisingly delicious sample from Double Dragon. This underdog stole the show by serving an open-faced version[...] Continue reading
Last night I had the most wonderful dream. Sixty-six (66!) local restaurants were participating in a month-long celebration of frugality and gastronomy, offering elaborate three-course meals for just $25 per person. In my dream, I bopped around town in foodie-heaven[...] Continue reading
Nearly 17 million children in America struggle with hunger. That’s almost 1 in 4. As some of you know, I’m the volunteer Sponsorship Chair for Taste Of The Nation Portland, a culinary benefit for Share Our Strength. Taste of the Nation[...] Continue reading
When one of our foodie friends and her chef fiancé recommended Olympic Provisions, we quickly bumped it up to the top spot on our “go to” list. We’d obviously read about the restaurant in Food and Wine magazine and more[...] Continue reading
Despite the fact that I live in Portland, I’m not a vegan nor am I a hipster. So when Sam asked me to try Sweet Hereafter, a new vegan restaurant on SE Belmont, I was doubtful and almost didn’t bring[...] Continue reading
Hello. I’m Marisa. Welcome to Margaritas In The Rain! I live in Portland but was born and raised in Hawaii. I cook approachable food. With an island twist. And yes, I do love drinking margaritas on rainy days. Care to join me?
