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Help LFP Rotary End Polio with gift card and take out purchases from Lake Forest Bar and Grill Oct 22 -24

Wednesday, October 14, 2020


Rotary Club of Lake Forest Park
End Polio Now! Fundraiser
From Thursday, October 22 to Saturday, October 24
Lake Forest Bar and Grill
17535 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park
Phone: 206-364-1261


20% donation for all Gift Card purchases and Takeout Orders from Thursday, October 22 through Saturday, October 24 to End Polio Now!

Purchasers of Gift Cards and Takeout Orders need to say “This is in support of the Rotary End Polio Now! Fundraiser”

Polio

Poliomyelitis, or polio, is a paralyzing and potentially fatal disease that still threatens children in some parts of the world. Poliovirus invades the nervous system and can cause total paralysis in hours. It can strike people of any age but mainly affects children under five. Polio can be prevented by vaccines, but it is not curable. Unlike most diseases, polio can be eradicated.

On October 24, 2020 Rotarians around the world will be celebrating their fight against ending polio in their clubs and communities. Last year 4,000 clubs in 136 countries organized more than 5,900 events to raise AWARENESS and FUNDS.
 
This is a challenging time in most parts of the world due to COVID-19 impact in our everyday life and our economy. We need your help to raise awareness and funds.

PolioPlus

For more than 30 years, Rotary and our partners have driven the effort to eradicate polio worldwide. Our PolioPlus program was the first initiative to tackle global polio eradication by vaccinating children on a massive scale. As a core partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary focuses on advocacy, fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and awareness-building.

Rotary members have contributed more than $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to protect more than 2.5 billion children in 122 countries from this paralyzing disease. Rotary’s advocacy efforts have played a role in decisions by governments to contribute more than $10 billion to the effort.

Challenges

Rotary and our partners have made tremendous progress against polio, but eliminating all cases is going to take even more progress and perseverance. Afghanistan and Pakistan face unique challenges, including political insecurity, highly mobile populations, difficult terrain, and, in some instances, vaccine refusal and misinformation. With sufficient resources, the commitment of national governments, and innovations that improve access to remote areas, we are optimistic that we can eliminate polio.

Ensuring Success

Rotary has committed to raising $50 million per year for polio eradication. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has pledged to match that 2-to-1, for a total commitment of $150 million each year. These funds provide much-needed operational support, medical workers, laboratory equipment, and educational materials. Governments, corporations, and private donors all play a crucial role in funding.


Rotary in Action 

More than 1 million Rotary members have donated their time and money to eradicate polio, and every year, hundreds of members work with health workers to vaccinate children in countries affected by polio. 

Rotary members work with UNICEF and other partners to prepare and distribute informational materials for people in areas that are isolated by conflict, geography, or poverty. They also mobilize to recruit fellow volunteers, assist in transporting the vaccine, and provide other logistical support.



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Briarcrest Neighborhood Association and Patty Pan Cooperative fed shut-in neighbors this summer

Saturday, October 10, 2020

Jean Hilde and Sarah Kaye made the deliveries
Photo courtesy BNA


Between May 4 and July 13, 2020 the Briarcrest Neighborhood Association partnered with Patty Pan Cooperative and delivered over 500 free, healthy meals to more than 50 of our neighbors who were sheltering in their homes from the coronavirus pandemic.

Devra in the kitchen
Photo courtesy BNA


Once each week, Devra Gartenstein cooked up creative one-dish meals in the Patty Pan kitchen which were then delivered by BNA officers Sarah Kaye and Jean Hilde. 

Recipients included low-income senior and disabled residents of King County Housing Authority's Paramount House located in South Briarcrest.

For years, Patty Pan's tamale and quesadilla tent has been a welcome destination at local farmers markets.

During the pandemic, Patty Pan is now focusing on home delivery of local products through their New Day grocery home-delivery co-op.

You can place weekly orders online here: https://shop.rethinkinggroceries.coop/



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New café at Westgate offers handcrafted espresso, cold-pressed juice, and an international array for breakfast and lunch

Friday, October 9, 2020

Despite the pressures of the pandemic, a new café opened its doors on August 4th. 

Serving the Shoreline, Edmonds, and Lynnwood communities, Jaiiya Café is situated at the Village at Westgate on 100th and Edmonds Way, beside Bartells and just behind Ono Poke in Edmonds. The address is 10032 Edmonds Way, Edmonds. The cafe is open daily 7am-5pm.

Jaiiya Café aims to bring to the area a new way of thinking about coffee, and a fresh (and tasty) take on healthier food and drink. 

The menu includes handcrafted espresso drinks, a vibrant selection of cold-pressed juices served in glass bottles, açai bowls topped with fruit and granola, and an internationally inspired array of breakfast and lunch fare.

“Our vision for this cafe is to not only have amazing quality food and drink but to always think outside of the box,” said owner Chee Wong. 


When opening Jaiiya Café, he wanted to bring together the warmth and atmosphere of a traditional coffeehouse with the spirit of culinary experimentation / exploration.

They also wanted to introduce açai bowls to the area, as they noticed options were limited for those in Shoreline and Lynnwood looking for the cool treat.

Where Jaiiya differs from other coffee shops and quick service cafés is their quality over quantity mentality.

The goal isn’t just to serve as many customers as quickly as possible, but rather to give each customer they serve a truly unique experience.

Take their newest drink special for example: a Housemade spiced apple cider. Each cup of cider is served with a fresh twist of orange rind, a dash of cinnamon and nutmeg, and a slice of granny smith apple, rolled in brown sugar and torched to caramelized perfection right in front of the customer.

When designing the menu, the owners kept an eye on fresh and local. They believe the best tasting ingredients are the ones grown locally and aimed to source from the community as much as possible.

This includes fresh walnut bread from local artisanal bakery the Cottage at Blueridge.

Beyond the ingredients themselves, owners Chee and Sherlyn Wong drew inspiration from international treats and cuisines.

“Our menu is based on different cultures from around the world. Dalgona Whipped Coffee from Korea, Thai inspired buckwheat noodle salad, açai bowls with the super fruit from Brazil, and of course our Turkish Eggs. 
"This is the core of what our logo means: The circles in our logo represent wholeness and balance in life. Not only are we inspired by cultures from around the world, but we also try to incorporate a balance of healthy food in our lives.”



Several favorites have emerged among their many offerings, according to their customers: their Pumpkin Spice Latte made with real pumpkin and topped with a hearty pumpkin whipped cream, the aforementioned Turkish Eggs – herbed Greek yogurt topped with two runny poached eggs and Aleppo butter, paired with two crispy pieces of walnut toast – and their peanut butter açai power bowl, a protein and antioxidant packed way to start the day.

The next time you’re in the mood for something fresh and new, or even just a great cappuccino, stop by Jaiiya Café and their friendly staff is sure to help you find your new favorite treat.



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Monka Brewery reopens with outdoor seating

Friday, October 2, 2020


Story and photos by Cynthia Sheridan

When Devin Walker got a job with Seattle’s Georgetown Brewery almost 20 years ago he learned a lot about brewing and he also fell in love with the beer business. Then life intervened and Devin needed a higher paying job to support his family. 

Three kids later he and Trez McBean opened the Monka Brewery in 2017 and turned it into a successful business venture…until the Covid-19 virus made brewing unprofitable.

Trez McBean and Devin Walker on their new patio


To support the reopening of their business this month, Devin and Trez have added a lovely outdoor patio with plenty of room for 12 to 14 patrons.
 
The indoor brewery is also open and seats an equal amount of people. These are enthusiastic young proprietors who are happy to talk about Shoreline Rotary, their three kids in Shoreline Schools and how they’ve put down roots in a home near the Shoreline light rail station. 



The Monka Brewery name is a tribute to Trez's mother, whom the grandkids called Monka. Her name was Teresa Irene McGee. She passed a few months after they got the keys to the space and it took them a year to get all the licensing and get the space ready. She died Aug 2017, and they opened in June of 2018.

Monka Brewery is open at 17211 15th Ave NE Shoreline 98155, in the North City Business District.


They are eat-in or food to go. Check out the menu and a wonderful selection of home-brewed refreshments.

Menu
  • Sandwich of the Day w/ Chips $9.00
  • Wrap of the Day $8.00
  • Signature Farm Salad of the Day $6.00

You are welcome to order in or bring your own food
  • Suni’s Pizza delivers and
  • Ichi Bento is right next door. 206-363-1663
Beer menu
  • Hazy All Cryo. 7.4% ABV. Growler Fill: $14.00. New Growler: $19.00. Glass: $6.
  • Amber. 5.2% ABV. Growler Fill: $12.00. New Growler: $17.00. Glass: $5.
  • Black IPA. 6.7% ABV. Growler Fill: $14.00. New Growler: $19.00. Glass: $6.
  • Blonde. 5.3% ABV. Growler Fill: $14.00. New Growler: $19.00. Glass: $5.

Hours:
  • Monday: CLOSED
  • Tuesday: CLOSED
  • Wednesday: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM


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The Drumlin joins Ridgecrest Public House in Downtown Ridgecrest

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

New gathering space in Ridgecrest: The Drumlin
Photo by Megan Korgut



After delays related to the pandemic, the Drumlin is officially opening its doors on Thursday, October 1, next door to the Ridgecrest Public House, which celebrates its own fifth year anniversary on November 1 this year. Two Ridgecrest residents co-own both places.

The original plan for the Drumlin is a comfortable but elegant all ages live music venue for world music, pop, bluegrass and more, with recording equipment and a future kitchen.

The plan for Ridgecrest Pub is to continue to foster the celebrated social function of the bar and expand as a venue for public and private gatherings, from book clubs to weddings, for a reasonable cost.

However, until Phase 4, the best use of both spaces for the community is safe, socially distanced seating for families and small groups of friends for eating dinner from the food trucks out front, or having a drink or two before or after dinner. Both have indoor seating and outdoor patio seating in front and back. Combined, they offer 60 beer and cider taps, and over two dozen wines, all rotating frequently.

Starting October 1, the Drumlin will be open 3-10 pm. Ridgecrest Pub might operate on reduced hours since the Drumlin is the more versatile space during a pandemic. But hours and offerings will expand as quickly as possible, so please check our websites at www.drumlin.pub and www.ridgecrest.pub for updates.

Drumlin is an Irish word for "little hill", in particular long narrow hills created when ice sheets melt, particularly after the last Ice Age. Drumlins are all over the world, and all over Seattle. Phinney Ridge is a drumlin, as is the neighborhood of Ridgecrest.



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Third Place Books announces Teacher Appreciation Campaign

Monday, September 14, 2020


This fall, in gratitude to local teachers, who have worked with grace, aplomb, and the utmost creativity to support their students since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Third Place Books is running a Teacher Appreciation campaign for all greater Seattle educators. 

Third Place Books, which has three neighborhood locations in the Seattle area, will host a raffle for teachers to win a $50 Third Place Books gift card. This raffle is open to all educators in the greater Seattle area, and anyone (including teachers) can nominate an educator. 

Fill out the form to make a nomination, and tell Third Place Books why your rockstar teacher should win! The form will open on September 14, 2020 and close on September 30. Third Place Books will select 10 winners, and notify them by October 9, 2020.

Third Place Books will also issue a special 25% e-coupon to all teachers signed up for the store’s newsletter. This coupon is for one online purchase placed between September 20-27, 2020. 

Educators can sign up for the store’s newsletter to receive teacher-oriented updates and correspondence. They will need to select "LFP Elementary Schools," "LFP Middle Schools," or "LFP High Schools" to receive updates for this and other campaigns.

In conjunction with Third Place Books’ Teacher appreciation campaign, Honey Bear Bakery in Lake Forest Park is offering free cookies to teachers from September 14 through September 30! Just let Honey Bear cashiers know that you're a teacher! Supplies limited to one cookie per teacher per day.

“Teachers, we hope that these few tokens of our appreciation will help to brighten the start of the new school year,” said Niki Marion, Children’s Outreach Manager at Third Place Books. 
“We see your hard work and appreciate all that you do for your students and community every single day. Third Place Books loves you!”

For any questions, please contact Children's Outreach Manager Niki Marion directly at nmarion@thirdplacebooks.com or 206-366-3333.




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Sharing yogurt and joy - Foyolicious Frozen Yogurt

Friday, September 11, 2020

The store is located at 1437 NW Richmond Beach Rd

By Cynthia Sheridan

Along with selling yogurt, Monica Sambuu is into spreading a little joy.

As a young girl in Mongolia, she learned English in elementary school, went to a Russian high school and left for America by herself at age 17 (with her parents’ blessing). Having finished college, and armed with a Business degree, last year Monica opened her own business: Foyolicious Yogurt Shop in Richmond Beach.

Monica Sambuu delivering yogurt treats for
seniors getting meals through the Senior Center

Recently, and with great joy, Monica donated her delightful desserts to local non-profit organizations, which included our senior population who are staying home and dining in. 

Ninety-some yogurt treats were delivered during August through the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center.

Covid-19 challenges kept Foyolicious closed for several months, compounding business expenses, but Monica is determined to continue serving the Shoreline community. 

This includes more Foyolicious donations for seniors, and adding Bubble Tea to the menu in the near future.


If you get the hankering for some frozen yogurt with great flavors like Sweet Coconut, Cookies and Cream, Strawberry, Original Tart, Chocolate, Vanilla or even a non-dairy sorbet like Sour Apple and Dole Orange Sorbet, and all the toppings you could ask for, Foyolicious has the treat for you! 

The store is located at 1437 NW Richmond Beach Road

Hours are:
  • M-Th noon to 8:00pm
  • F-Sun noon to 8:30pm


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The Everest Kitchen: A Journey of Flavors

Friday, August 21, 2020

The storefront of the Everest Kitchen: Nepali, Indian, and Tibetan Cuisines.
A small banner reads Delivery and Take Out


Story by Donna Hawkey


The Everest Kitchen offers customers authentic food inspired by three cultural regions: Nepal, India, and Tibet, all located near the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest. Owner Mohan Gurung is from Nepal, but his food is influenced by the various cooking techniques of bordering countries. He creates a unique contribution to the sparse restaurant offerings in Lake Forest Park.

Residents have rewarded Mohan with a loyal following during the COVID-19 pandemic, including one customer who returns every day to pick-up take-out food. “We are grateful and feel lucky to be a part of this community,” says Mohan. 

Before the COVID-19 outbreak, The Everest Kitchen was a popular dining spot. In subdued lighting two dozen diners sit at a very long table, eating their dinners. The back wall is lined with framed photographs. Multiple light fixtures are suspended from the high ceiling.


 
His restaurant is 14 years old, and most of his staff have been with him for a long time. Their goal is to create healthy and delicious food, and they prepare meals with the reverence of the earth in mind.  It’s all made from scratch and is labor-intensive and uses fresh ingredients.

Mohan says, “The earth gives back to us every day, and we inhale and exhale the same oxygen that a plant or animal does. We are one with nature, but today we seem increasingly isolated from the earth with our modern pace and convenience eating. The further we remove ourselves from the source of our nutrition, the weaker our health.”  

As the saying goes, ‘we are what we eat.’  Mohan grew-up in Nepal without shoes to wear, so with the earth always beneath his feet, and with many other rich influences, he developed an aura of respect for the natural world. 

Through his father, Mohan became inspired by both naturopathic medicine and the Ayurvedic traditional school of medicine in India, which emphasize a holistic approach to health. He brings that thinking to his cooking and his life.

The Everest Kitchen is like a lighter rendition of Indian food. The Nepalese do not use cream and butter, but the food is just as flavorful. And Mohan is a believer in meditation and physical exercise as key components to a healthy being. 

Mohan, on the right, greets Minister Prithvi S Gurung of Nepal who visited Lake Forest Park, November, 2019. Photo shows two men in suits standing outside the restaurant, shaking hands and looking at the camera. Photo by Wayne Pridemore


Mohan contributes to the community in other ways, too. He is a member of the Lake Forest Park Rotary Club, is a past Commissioner of CAPAA, the Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, and is president of the Nepal Seattle Society.

Last year, after the Chief Minister of Nepal visited the Seattle area, Mohan was allowed through a protocol procedure, to invite Governor Jay Inslee to Nepal to attend a three-day intensive environmental conference. Governor Inslee accepted the invitation, but the event was canceled due to the pandemic.  

Mohan says he’s thankful for everything in his life and that his take-out business has never shut down during the outbreak. But not having in-seat dining is a significant revenue loss. The hefty fees that delivery services are currently charging back to businesses, and the ever-increasing cost of food, have all hurt his profit margin. He has not raised his prices because he feels empathy for his customers and feels like “a family in this community.” 

While The Everest Kitchen offers home delivery through an outside service, they are also there for a pick-up with safety measures and available parking.

The restaurant is open for take out and delivery. Photo by Donna Hawkey
 

The Everest Kitchen, located on the upper level of the Lake Forest Park Town Center, is currently open for take-out food seven days a week. Consider treating yourself to a food journey. 

A long view of the storefront, showing other businesses and the parking in front, including a handicapped parking space.
 
You can order online and pick up your dinner in Lake Forest Park.



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Aurora Borealis closes restaurants, keeps online music

Sunday, August 2, 2020

The Aurora Borealis posted this message today:



Here is their FACEBOOK PAGE and their YOU TUBE channel





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Seattle Times discovers some Shoreline restaurants

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Waken Bacon counter
Photo by Cynthia Sheridan


We knew they were there but the folk in that big city south of us had no idea. But now, thanks to an article published on Wednesday, they know about four great places to eat in Shoreline.

From pretty poke bowls to huge barbecue platters that will feed you for days, Shoreline boasts these great eats

Hint to The Times: here's a few more



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Wake N Bacon - Texas Style BBQ, Done Right

Saturday, July 18, 2020

Wake N Bacon 
Texas Style BBQ, Done Right

Story and photo by Cynthia Sheridan

It’s not a bird, or a plane, but it looks like a bus coming at you, when parking in front of this Texas style take-out BBQ establishment.

Owners Reuben and Melinda wanted a unique front counter for their brand-new restaurant when they opened two years ago. 

At Ballard Consignment, they found the perfect fit: the front end of a bus which had been converted into a bar, including headlights that still work. 

According to Melinda, “We’re Wakin and Bacon and BBQ-Makin”.

Favorite Take-Outs: Five Meats Kitchen Sink Burger, Crazy Chicken Salad, BBQ Burger with ground sirloin and smoked brisket, The Pork Daddy on a Brioche Bun, Pork Spare Ribs, Special house made pickles and pickled red onions. Sides: Slaw, Mac and Cheese, Cowboy Beans or Twice Baked Potatoes, Collard Greens and Jalapeno Cheese Cornbread Muffins. Be sure to try a giant brownie for dessert.

1437 NW Richmond Beach Rd. Shoreline
Hours: Thursday and Friday 2-8 pm
Saturday 12- 8 pm Sunday 12-7 pm
Pick-up, Pre-order, Family meals and curbside delivery
206-542-8881 They get busy so be patient.
Mask required. Everything made fresh daily.



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Spaghetti and Meatballs (with garlic bread) Drive-Thru Dinner at the Elks Saturday

Saturday, June 20, 2020

Drive-Thru Dinner at the Elks
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


The Shoreline Elks is hosting $10 Spaghetti and Meatballs (with garlic bread) Drive-Thru Dinner, Saturday June 20th from 5-6:30pm.

The funds from this dinner will be used to support the Shoreline Elks and the work they do to support our area communities.

In addition to dinner, the Lake City/Shoreline Emblem Club will be offering freshly baked Cinnamon Espresso Bars for dessert ($3 for 1 / $5 for 2). Dinner and desserts served on a first come/first served basis.

Come support your local Shoreline Elks and Lake City/Shoreline Emblem Club and grab some dinner and dessert on the run!

Shoreline Elks Spaghetti and Meatballs Dinner To Go

PLUS Dessert!

Saturday, June 20th 5:00-6:30pm
$10 cash/check only (no credit/debit cards) -- dinner
$3-$5 -- dessert (depending on quantity desired)
1st come / 1st serve -- Sorry, no RSVPs
Proceeds support the local Elks and Emblem Club, which in turn support the local community.

14625 15th Ave NE
Shoreline, Washington 98155



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Quarantine wine kept the Bistro going through the pandemic shut down

Friday, June 19, 2020

North City Bistro owners, Ray and Sharon Bloom.
They are dedicated owners who miss greeting and serving their customers.

North City Bistro owners say“We have an astounding community!”

By Donna Hawkey

Ray and Sharon Bloom have been reaping the benefits of loyal customers for almost seven years, and that continues through a pandemic, too. They are two “devout foodies” who just want to “create awesome, quality food,” says Sharon. They are also huge music fans, so they have combined that love by offering live music - pre -COVID - five days a week. “We were often packed,” says Ray.

Quarantine case sales turned the dining room into a warehouse


When they had to shut down their business in March, at first they panicked, but then came up with a win-win solution with their promotion of “quarantine wine” cases to their customers. And it’s been a huge success with repeat buyers.

They offer fine wines at a greatly discounted price, and that helps pay the rent and keep the lights on. You can still purchase these cases today.

The wine sales helped keep their wine supplier in business, too. “We were their largest customer during the pandemic. We are very grateful for this relationship, and to all our outstanding customers,” says Ray.

Dining at the Bistro pre-COVID-19. When Ray first saw North City Bistro,
he thought it was “charming and had potential,” and that urged him to consider buying it,
something that totally surprised his wife, Sharon! But the two foodies took a chance.
And now they have many happy and charmed customers!


But that is not enough to keep the business alive, and they know their customers have been missing them and visa-versa. With their small and intimate restaurant, opening again with only 25% capacity and the six-foot requirement for social distancing is just not workable. 

So they have started offering about 60-70% of their menu, and craft cocktails, as take-out options on Wednesday through Friday from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. And they are adding Saturday for a couple of weeks, to see how it goes. “No scallops or scampi,” says Ray. It has to meet their standard for take-out food portability.

Here is a link to the website and the menu is HERE.

Sharon doing curbside delivery so you can take home delicious meals quickly and safely.


Ray has a grin in his eyes when he talks about their Bistro. Sharon shows the same enthusiasm as she describes her passion for food that is of high quality and of her joy in offering new innovative dishes. But, she says, “We always try to keep certain popular items on the menu, like the crab cakes and steak bites.”

Customers are happy to see food available again. Take-out customer Kathleen Stamm said "We just finished our leisurely small-plate, multi course dinner. It was Superb … from beginning to end … "

The couple boasts of their staff, calling them “just amazing,” and feel they are their “Bistro family.” They all work together on menu creation and help each other in resolving problems, or kinks in the system. You can understand why Ray and Sharon are successful, but they go beyond this and offer live music too, hosting some of the most talented local and national Jazz, Blues, Brazilian, and Latin musicians and songwriters. 

Lee Oskar and Friends played regularly at North City Bistro and it’s their favorite place to play.
Lee is a world renowned harmonica player who was a founding member of the group War.
The Bistro pays musicians better than standard fees so they earn more. 


“Music venues are dwindling around the Shoreline and Seattle areas, and that is disconcerting,” says Ray. Since Grinders and Tula’s closed, there are fewer opportunities for musicians to work. And now with COVID-19, many musicians do not have a way to earn a living, and that concerns them a lot.

Some musicians are streaming from their living rooms with a small entry fee, and patrons are leaving them large tips, so that helps. But it’s tough times for sure, that requires ‘out of the box’ thinking, explains Ray.

Seeing the City of Shoreline north end growing, they did start thinking about new ideas because North City Bistro is located nearby the building of several new, large apartment complexes on or near 15th Ave NE. Ray expects they will mostly be occupied by millennial workers, so he and Sharon went ahead and planned to open an additional venue close by. to be called RoseLee’s.

One of their customer’s favorite meals are their fish n’ chips.
They only use fisherman fresh cod, and a small amount of coconut adds a nice crunch.


“We are very concerned now of course,” gulps Sharon, as she discusses signing the lease right before the pandemic hit. “We have to remain flexible,” says Ray, and they both plan to remain optimistic. 

RoseLee’s, when it opens, will be oriented toward a healthy menu of comfort food with slow-roasted proteins and vegetarian and vegan dishes, that they feel will entice both current and future residents.

Now though, everything feels so unpredictable, and while they are grateful to have received a Personal Protection Program (PPP) loan from the Small Business Administration (SBA), Ray says he is concerned that they could be required to pay back thousands of loan dollars. 

This is due to changing SBA requirements that have created a moving target of confusion and too much extra work for a small business owner. Ray sighs, “The SBA has not done such a great job in making sure this money does what it is supposed to, and that is, to support small businesses and not to break them.”

Sharon has a passion for food that is of high quality
and takes joy in offering new innovative dishes


North City Bistro is intertwined within their hearts, and their values as a community partner reach beyond Shoreline into Lake Forest Park (LFP), too. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, they had to cancel a May 12th Lake Forest Park Rotary benefit that included LFP resident and jazz musician Ken Kassover and a special stand-up comedy performance by Mayor Jeff Johnson! Hopefully, that one can be rescheduled in the future as they expected a sold-out crowd.

Sharon and Ray are owners who work hard but make it look easy. They always greet their customers with a warm smile and offerings that bring joy through good food and lively music. Ray is proud of his craft cocktails, too, and offers them at reasonable prices. He says he uses the best and freshest ingredients and that he has learned the art of blending flavor combinations to make a perfect tasting drink. And he has transferred these flavor blending skills over to cooking. 

2015 Jazz Walk line to enter the Bistro to hear Bill Anschell Trio
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


They are brainstorming ideas with other community members to continue some form of the popular and annual August Shoreline Jazz Walk. But so far, too many safe social distancing obstacles are in the way. However, they are working on a potential virtual festival! Details to come soon.

Treat yourself and check out North City Bistro’s website to order take-out food, cases of "quarantine wine," spirits and craft cocktails!

North City Bistro 1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline 98155. Phone 206-365-4447




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Local restaurant serves hot dinners to tent city residents

Monday, May 11, 2020

Thea Wright of Jersey's Great Food with a table
of hot dinners for Camp United We Stand residents


Story and photos by Cynthia Knox

On Saturday night, Jersey's Great Food and Spirits restaurant cosponsored and delivered individually boxed full hot dinners to the residents at Camp United We Stand tent city, currently located at St. Dunstan's Church in Shoreline.

Husband and wife Brian Patneaude and Thea Wright
own Jersey's Great Food and Spirits


The event came about when unnamed local donors contacted wife and husband owners Thea Wright and Brian Patneaude and proposed a partnership to provide a Mother's Day weekend meal to local folks living outdoors without reliable access to a kitchen.

Despite the hardship of reduced sales due to current stay-at-home orders, Brian and Thea were delighted to be invited to participate, and offered to significantly subsidize the cost of the menu items to be served.

Thea sets out the condiments


These days all around Shoreline there are many signs of residents and businesses nurturing neighbors and essential workers, and it is heartwarming to witness a community taking care of each other.

The private donors mentioned above are planning a catered lunch or dinner for frontline medical workers in the Shoreline area and are looking for individual donors and restaurants to join them in making it happen, as well finding the workers and site to receive the meal.



If you are a Shoreline resident or restaurant owner and want more info on partnering on this upcoming event, or to nominate a medical team to receive food, please email LoveShoreline@protonmail.com




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One Cup Coffee now offering delivery

Thursday, April 23, 2020

One Cup Coffee on Aurora
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

One Cup Coffee at 16743 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133 is now offering delivery service, so people can get their coffee fix even if they are quarantined at home, or if they are essential workers and can’t get out for a break, or whatever the circumstance. 

The delivery radius is roughly a 10-15 minute drive from the cafe (nominal delivery fee varies by distance), and there is no minimum order. 

Customers can literally order a cup of coffee and a pastry and have it delivered usually within 30-45 minutes.

Hours in the drive thru and for delivery are 7am - 3pm Mon - Sat and 7am - 1pm Sundays.

Visit www.onecupdelivers.com to place your order.



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Physical distancing for a hamburger at Habit Burger

Sunday, April 19, 2020



Story and photos by David Carlos


Physical distancing is in full swing at the Aurora Village Habit Burger Grill (1253 N 205th St, Shoreline).



You can now give your order and pay from your car at the parking lot. A magnetic number is then placed on the hood of your car. When your food is ready, it’s brought to you.



Walk-up customers can order and pick up their orders outside the entrance door.

This practice started Thursday. Allow some extra wait time, as there’s more distance for the staff to cover.



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Help keep local restaurants alive - but if you need food there are Little Free Pantries

Thursday, April 2, 2020

Little Free Pantry at St Barnabas
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

If you have income, help keep your favorite restaurants alive by ordering take out a couple of times a week or buying gift cards (if they offer them) for when the restaurant reopens.

We are maintaining a list of local restaurants that are offering take out. Many are affiliated with one of the delivery services. 

Or just call and order ahead. You can pay ahead if you want to minimize your time inside. Some will bring the food to your car if you call when you get there. Or you can go inside to pay and maintain physical distance.

The list is in a banner on our front page ShorelineAreaNews.com or you can bookmark it:


Ridgecrest Little Free Pantry
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


If you need food, your neighbors are stocking Little Free Pantries. Take what you need. If you have means to give, put some non perishable goods in one of the pantries.

Note: This list is no longer being maintained. Please go to this article for the current list of Little Free Pantries. https://www.shorelineareanews.com/2020/03/keep-this-covid-19-how-you-can-help.html


Here's the current list: (not updated)
  • Ballinger: On the corner of NE 198th St and 14th Ave NE
  • Echo Lake (Northridge): 20008 6th Ave NE
  • Lake Forest Park: 25th Ave NE and NE 184th St
  • Meadowdale (Edmonds) 15724 53rd Pl W, Edmonds 98026
  • Meridian Park: 18312 Corliss Ave N
  • Mountlake Terrace: On 56th Ave W across from Calvary Fellowship Church
  • North City: 1674 NE 185th St
  • Richmond Beach: 1422 NW 195th St
  • Ridgecrest: 15815 11th Ave NE
  • St. Barnabas Anglican Church/Parkwood: 2340 N 155th St
  • The Triangle: 14544 Evanston Ave N

If you have updates to this list, please contact us: Editor@ShorelineAreaNews.com

Correction: the college food pantry has been closed and students are being referred to food banks.
Updated: 4-9-20 5pm


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Good News: The Chocolate Man is open for take out

Thursday, March 26, 2020

A small selection from The Chocolate Man


Added to the list of food establishments open for take out: The Chocolate Man in Lake Forest Park Town Center.

Here's the list of take out places. You can always go to our front page ShorelineAreaNews.com and the link to the list is in a banner headline!



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Different interpretations of social distancing at Dick's Restaurants

Photo by Cynthia Sheridan

The Dick's restaurant in Lake City, 12325 30th Ave NE, put orange tape on the ground to show people where to stand to maintain the appropriate physical distance.

Photo courtesy MLTNews.com

The Dick's in Edmonds, 21910 Highway 99, put out a couple of orange cones and some caution tape.



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Stay at home with a case of wine: North City (Bistro) Wine Shop Quarantine Case Sale

Monday, March 23, 2020

North City Wine Shop practices proper social distancing
L-R Ray Bloom, Sharon Bloom, Marko Reyes-Jech
Photo by Xave R-J


Ray Bloom, owner of the North City Wine Shop, has just the thing for staying at home: a nice case of wine!

I know that a nice bottle of wine can help get us through the evening, so I launched another case sale, which will help you restock your stash, and help us to maintain some level of cash flow.  
It has been quite well received. I have a lot of new wine arriving next week, and plan to keep this going as long as the orders keep coming in. 
I have found some AMAZING deals, on wines valued at much higher price-point than I could normally offer these for, because of quantity case buys.

Where else can you buy a mixed case of wines for $300, and get wines valued between $70-$125 in the mix?

We are offering three options this time, with the ability for you to make your choices of reds, whites, bubbles, Rosés, etc.

Option A is a $150 case of 12 bottles, valued at about $200-$250, with as close to your mix as possible, with a couple nice bottles valued around $20-$30.

Option B is a nicer $200 case of 12 bottles, valued at about $250-$300, with as close to your mix as possible, with a couple nicer bottles valued around $35-$50.

And we decided to up the offer for those of you looking for a step-up!

Option C is an Even Nicer $300 case of 12 bottles, valued at about $350-$400, with as close to your mix as possible, with a couple nicer bottles valued around $60-$90, some as high as $125.

Just email Ray rbloom888@gmail.com with your preferred option A, B or C, and let him know when you would like to pick your case up, and he will start filling cases and letting each of you know when your case is ready to go.

Tell Ray if you want a mix of Red, White, Rose or Bubbles, and he will do his best to make up a case especially suited as close to your requests as possible.

If you call before you come in, and pay with a credit card, he will pack your case up, and deliver it to your car when you arrive. Or, if you live close by, he might even be able deliver it to your home!

Ray says "Let's work together and get through this as unscathed as possible."

North City (Bistro) Wine Shop
1520 NE 177th St, Shoreline, WA 98155
Open from 2-6pm Tues-Sat



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