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The health of the economy and the wealth of the people can dictate how America eats. Less money in the wallet means less money for going out. As consumers have less cash to spend, what that reduced income is being spent on falls under greater scrutiny. Two trends that have surely
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Thrill of the Grill originally opened in 2009 serving American fare like burgers, waffle-cut fries, hot dogs and melts. The downtown Tacoma eatery was purchased by Sarah Slaughter and Gregory Brock in November 2011 and reopened in early January. The co-owners say they are keeping the original name (for now),
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For all intents and purposes, the city of Indianapolis is currently under siege. 150,000 football fans are expected to arrive in time for the big game, Super Bowl XLVI. Forty-four blocks are reportedly going to be closed to car traffic to accommodate fans on foot sporting all kinds of Patriots
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Those who have already caved and thrown out their New Year's resolution to abstain from sweets, prepare to get giddy. Gig Harbor, the quaint gateway city of the Olympic Peninsula, hosts the third annual Art of Chocolate, Saturday, Feb. 4. As in years past, The Art of Chocolate festivities will not
Restaurant Reviews
Marrow Kitchen Bar Where: 2717 Sixth Ave., Tacoma, marrowtacoma.com, 253.267.5299Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.Cuisine: New American, uncommon proteins, vegetarian dishes; small plates, full entrees, house-made desserts. Discounted select food items during happy hour 4-6 p.m.Scene: Casual dining. 21 and over only. Full-sleeve tattooed and pierced
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The Chinese zodiac deals in a 12-year cycle, as opposed to the 12-month Western zodiac or the astrological signs commonly associated with horoscopes. Each of the 12 years of the Chinese Zodiac is represented by a different animal, with characteristics and personality features attributed to it. The Chinese zodiac has
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Thinly sliced "sheets" of ripe avocado form the outside of the Avocado Bomb at Flying Fish Sushi Bar & Grill on North Pearl Street in Tacoma. Inside, a mixture of chopped rice noodle, scallion and tempura battered shrimp is held together with spicy tuna so tender it resembles a paste.
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Confession: I typically approach physical activity with the intention of using it to kick my own butt. At the end of 2010 when I finished a month of boot camp at Elev8 Fitness, I had adopted the saying "If you don't feel like puking at the end, it wasn't a hard
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Hunkering down for the winter can mean staying indoors, inactivity and switching to a basic comfort food diet of meat and potatoes, pasta and bread. For all intents and purposes, the average Pacific Northwesterner embraces hibernation mode. Fresh fruit and vegetables disappear, and with them micronutrients and minerals. While that's not
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A mammoth fireplace, lamps wrapped in barbed wire and antlers galore give Gig Harbor restaurant Tanglewood Grill the vibe of a hunting lodge, fisherman cabin and stuffed wildlife gallery rolled into one. The rustic raw beams and log-cabin wood walls help balance the Denny's-like feel of the floor plan. An American
208 Garfield St. S.
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 538-5990
Cuisine: Breakfast, Bistro, Coffeehouse/tea, Subs/Sandwiches, Wine bar
625 Saint Helens Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 722-5373
Cuisine: Bistro, Mediterranean, Patio/Deck Dining, Subs/Sandwiches
2724 North Proctor Street
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 761-9099
Cuisine: Breakfast, Bistro, Dessert, French, Mediterranean, Northwestern, Patio/Deck Dining
109 S Meridian
Puyallup, WA 98371
(253) 466-3979
Cuisine: American, Bakery/baked goods, Breakfast, Bistro, Burgers/Hot Dogs, Dessert, Subs/Sandwiches
2717 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA, 98405
(253) 572-9199
Cuisine: Bakery/baked goods, Breakfast, Coffeehouse/tea, Subs/Sandwiches
4726 Borgen Blvd. #B
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 851-4800
Cuisine: Pizza, Subs/Sandwiches
11725 Pacific Hwy SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 719-7181
Cuisine: German, Subs/Sandwiches
