A Bellingham Foodie Blog Restaurant Reviews Bellingham Washington 98225

September 13, 2008

Shahrazad House of Kabobs Bellingham WA

Filed under: Bellingham local,Bellingham Restaurants,local,Pacific Northwest,restaurants,Uncategorized — Tags: — Bellinghamster @ 4:31 pm

I’ve been curious about Shahrazad‘s for quite some time. Tucked away on Holly between metal & tats and brews in the old Mallard’s footprint, it’s easy to miss. But I’m lucky because I can experience their Persian cuisine at the Saturday Bellingham Farmer’s Market.

The big plate offerings vary week to week at the Market and pleases the explorer in me. Today’s combo was chicken tenders (soooo fresh and crunchy), 18 hour BBQ beef brisket (gave Speak E-Z’s a run for the money) and vegan red beans and rice (sauteed with onion and garlic) with a salad. I was cheshire (as in cat) for the rest of the day.

Right now, today, Shahrazad is my favorite restaurant in Bellingham. I thanked the cook profusely for cooking for me (it was Sunday dinner as a kid – fully satiated).

She (Danielle Kuzemzadeh) makes falafel, too. That’s next on my list.

207 Holly St

360-733-9355

September 10, 2008

Mambo Italiano

Filed under: Bellingham local,Bellingham Restaurants,local,Pacific Northwest,restaurants — Tags: , , — Bellinghamster @ 2:18 pm

I’ve been car shopping. I saw you make that face. Yep, it’s like Robin Williams in the coffee aisle having a heart attack over the selection (Moscow On the Hudson).

Well, RJ, the Wilson Toyota car dealer, was Mr. no pressure and great company. We started talking food: the lack of a really good Jewish deli in Bellingham and his favorite place for lasagna, Mambo Italiano. I ate at Mambo Italiano with Wendy during the Fairhaven pink shopping days event last year. The service was friendly and the food very good. Wendy and I had a great time what with all the women out and about, fashion shows wandering past the tables – a general sense of revelry.

Now, I’ll have to revisit the restaurant to test RJ’s opinion. After all, he let me test drive 2 Toyotas with a really happy kindergartener in the back. What a guy.

September 9, 2008

Torre Caffe, Bellingham WA

Filed under: Bellingham local,Bellingham Restaurants,local,Pacific Northwest,restaurants — Tags: , , , , — Bellinghamster @ 11:02 pm

I met Mary at Bloedel Donovan Park today. The kids were playing up a storm, so I struck up a conversation. Of course I asked her what her favorite restaurant in Bellingham was. She said (with a big smile) it was her mother’s kitchen. Hurray – a kindred soul! She said they owned the Torre Caffe on Commercial Street (across from the Mount Baker Theatre). Lo and behold she’s part of a restaurant family. My lucky day!!

It’s a Northern Italian caffe (authentic as in Italians from Genoa, Liguria, Italy own and serve). I asked how it smells when you first walk in (an important factor for my culinary experience). She said it smelled like Italian espresso. YES! She asked if I knew what a cannoli was. Do I know?! I asked her if they had rainbow cookies…sadly not, but we were on the same food page at this point.

Guess where my next food stop is going to be? See you there, Mary!

119 North Commercial St #130

734-0029

La Vie En Rose, Bellingham Pastries & More

Filed under: Bellingham local,Bellingham Restaurants,local,Pacific Northwest,restaurants — Tags: , , , — Bellinghamster @ 11:02 pm

Such a pretty name. Such delicious pastries. La Vie En Rose was so quiet and cozy. I sat at the window this morning and it was in direct contrast to the busy Holly Street view.

I ate a chocolate croissant and a macaroon; paired them with a pot of rooibos tea. I’d found calm indulgent seclusion.

Those who know him can find my partner at Starbuck’s. Well, you’ll find me at La Vie En Rose…

September 5, 2008

The Old Town Cafe Bellingham

Filed under: Bellingham local,Bellingham Restaurants,local,Pacific Northwest,restaurants — Tags: , , , — Bellinghamster @ 9:32 pm

Hungry? Don’t know where to go? Old reliable is in downtown Bellingham and its name is Old Town Cafe.

Ever watch a debate team (NO, not presidential) fire pro and con stats? When Wendy and I are hungry and we are trying to decide where to eat, our exchange resembles just that. We are very serious about eating. She’s trying vegan with great results (feeling healthy and energized). So I copy a little – imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.

The Kindergarteners are in school! What’s for brunch?! Eggs, homefries (slim red potato wedges spiced just right), black beans, tortillas are too good. Breakfast is served all day; lunch begins at 11am and the menu is extensive, varied. Many of the ingredients are organic and local. The atmosphere is very friendly and the decor polished painted clean old. Most times there’s a line, but it’s always worth the wait; just figure it into your time schedule. You will be rewarded.

PS You MUST try the jam on the table.

Q: What is it that makes people want to work the kitchen in this restaurant? It’s a fascinating watch – get a table with a kitchen view sometime.

316 W Holly St Bellingham
671-4431
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