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If you walk past this chowder shop in Pike Place Market's Post Alley, you're likely to see a long line winding into the street. Pike Place Chowder is certainly not Seattle's best-kept secret, but it is popular for good reason. This no-frills stand opened its doors in 2003 and has been serving up a hearty selection of delicious chowders ever since.
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From quick lunches to special occasion dinners. (With stops for crumpets and hombow in between.)
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A terrific summer snack, from Edmonds to Burien and points in-between…
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Looking past the Starbucks stans and the salmon throwers, there’s a lot to love at Pike Place Market
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The New England clam chowder at Pike Place Chowder is named the No. 1 dish among Yelpers across the country. Charlene S. wrote: "My favorite was the New England Clam Chowder, which was perfectly creamy and delicious. The clams were tender and tasted fresh. It was honestly better than most chowders I've had in SF and Boston. ... For my visits in the future, I'll definitely stick to my favorite, which is the New England Clam Chowder."
Does that mean we beat New England at their own game? This chowder is backed with national awards, so let's say yes.
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Fancy and decidedly otherwise, these destinations stand the test of time.
Did you think Ivar’s was the only big-name chowder in town? Clearly you’ve never waited in the Disneyland-level line for a bowl at the Post Alley counter that’s become a tourist phenom. It is superb, creamy, and a rare chowder with more clams than potatoes. If the queue and subsequent wait for seating override the charms of location, you can get that same chowder sans wait at the Pacific Place outpost six blocks away. READ MORE >
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PLACES TO STOP ON A WASHINGTON ROAD TRIP
It’s hard to recommend just a few places to stop on a road trip in Washington, but these are my favorites if you only have a few days.
SEATTLE
If you’re starting in Seattle, I recommend spending more than one day since there’s so much to see. However, if you just have a day, make sure to stop by Pike Place Market. While it may seem like a tourist trap, I still enjoy going there for fresh flowers and produce. While you’re there, check out the original Starbucks and stop by Pike Place Chowder for some delicious seafood chowder. READ MORE >
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If you’re sipping Starbucks coffee on a rainy day with a mountain behind you and the water in front of you, chances are you’re probably in the Pacific Northwest city of Seattle. Nearly all cruises from Seattle are northbound to Alaska and Canada, but occasionally you’ll also find cruises to the Pacific Coast, South America, and Hawaii from the Emerald City too.
Sites to See:
The Space Needle and Pike Place Market are givens, and if you consider yourself a wine connoisseur head to nearby Woodinville for plenty of wineries that offer tastings. For more active activities, try hiking at Tiger Mountain, rock climbing at the Seattle Bouldering Project, or renting a bicycle to ride the Burke-Gilman trail. The offbeat Museum of Pop Culture can also fill a rainy afternoon.
Things to Eat:
Pho - hot Vietnamese broth-based soup
The Seattle Dog - hot dog with cream cheese on top
Fran’s Chocolates
Craft Beer - from one of the many microbreweries
Grilled Fish - there are lots of varieties
When in Portland (more on that in the next few weeks), do as the Oregonians do and take a city trip to Seattle. Better still, drive up the Oregon coast and stop off at the beaches and forests to take in some Pacific air en route. We had only 24 hours in Seattle, but we made the most of them the only way we know how – by eating! If you want to follow our itinerary, you’ll need to arrive by lunchtime on day 1 and leave after brunch on day 2. Just enough time to catch a few restaurants, a market and some Seattle coffee houses. Enjoy!
12:30-2:30 pm: Lunch at Pike Place Market
Split across multiple levels and spilling out into the street as well as indoors, the Pike Place Market is a feast for the senses – especially of the gustatory variety. Walk past vibrant flower stalls on the upper level until you reach Pacific-fresh fish mongers and patchworks of colourful fresh produce. We stopped at a bagel stall for a just-baked sesame bagel with cream cheese and lox (I believe it was made from chinook, the local northwest salmon). We also headed inside for a pasta-and-wine stop at Casalinga. What’s the one thing I wish I’d had room for? Typical Northwest clam chowder from Pike Place Chowder! READ MORE >
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