Food + Beverage

Exploring Global Flavors

Guatemalan Inspired Fried Chicken Article by Suzie Mulligan, Fuudi Kitchen fuudi.com | Photography by Suzie Mulligan, Fuudi Kitchen Classic Guatemalan fried chicken is renowned for its distinct blend of spices and crispy texture, offering a unique take on this beloved comfort food. This recipe draws inspiration from the famous Pollo Campero, a Guatemalan fast-food chain celebrated for its flavorful and juicy fried chicken. The secret lies in the marination and the special blend of spices that...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Walk The Rock

Explore Mercer Island: Mythical Bird, a Dragon, and a Very Large Rabbit Article and Photography by Terry Fleming Exploring Mercer Island, one will find that it is filled with some very interesting landmarks that beg exploration. Allow me to introduce six: Mythical Bird  Artist: Dudley Carter, Pioneer Park A mythological take with a modern spin, this sculpture combines Native American trickster figures Raven and Coyote with birds and classical female forms, seeming to depict the Native...

June 2024

Travel

Explore the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Enjoy the Exclusive Pikaia Lodge Article by Brenda El-Ghazzawy | Photography by Luxxe Travel Ride the Wave of Positivity from Mercer Island to the Galápagos Islands. This top-tier exploration offers a slate of immersive experiences, celebrating the Island’s natural and unique beauty.  Pikaia Lodge is one of the most advanced green lodges built in the world. It operates with alternative energy resources and has a comprehensive social responsibility...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Above The Treeline

Exploring Washington’s Peaks: Photographer Sean Du Shares Hard-Earned Views Article by Sharon Perez & Sean Du | Photography by Sean Du Artist Statement by Sean Du:  Above the Treeline is an ongoing study that seeks to capture, by way of hiking and climbing, seldom-seen views of North America's mountain wildernesses. These journeys to the mountain tops were my communion with the natural world. The North Cascades of Washington have all the elements a mountain lover could dream of – massive...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Northwest Spirits Fire Melontini

PREMIERE POUR OF THE MONTH: The perfect drink to celebrate the 4th of July! Article by Heritage 1904 Northwest Spirits | Photography by Heritage 1904 Fire Melontini Ingredients : 2-3 chunks of fresh watermelon, muddled 1 shot fresh lemon juice ½ shot simple syrup 1 shot Savor Spear® Vodka dash of firewater bitters Tajín seasoning For an extra kick in any cocktail, keep firewater bitters in your home bar.  Instructions :  1. Rim a martini glass with Tajín seasoning. To do this...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Mercer Island Voices

Solemates Builds Community One Step at a Time Article and Photography by Laura Ohata Walking is great for fitness, but did you know that it can also foster community? For the past 27 years, a group of Mercer Island senior citizens called “Solemates” has gone walking together every Wednesday, rain or shine.  “You know, we certainly exercise a little bit, but it's the socializing that's beneficial,” said Fran Call (83), the retired English teacher who founded Solemates. “As we grow older, we...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Cheers to the Gents!

Northwest Spirits Black Manhattan Article and Photography by Heritage 1904 Heritage 1904 is Seattle's Cocktail Connoisseurs with Mercer Island roots. Crafting excellence for over 50 years with iconic establishments like Von's 1000Spirits, Sharps RoastHouse, and Woodinville's newest woman-owned distillery, Northwest Spirits, our expertise in mixology is unmatched, ensuring each sip is a masterpiece. Trust us – we know how to make a helluva great cocktail. Cheers! Premiere Pour of the Month: ...

May 2024

Food + Beverage

Teriyaki Chicken

By Chef Greg Kim of Kiwami Sushi and the Fuudi Kitchen Article by Greg Kim, Suzie Mulligan | Photography by Suzie Mulligan This traditional teriyaki recipe combines sweet and savory flavors in a quintessential Japanese dish. Serve atop a bed of steamed rice or alongside crisp stir-fried vegetables. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 min Serves: 4-6 Ingredients : 6-8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, patted dry Salt For teriyaki sauce: 2 tablespoons sake 4 tablespoons mirin 8 tablespoons...

May 2024

Arts + Culture

Fine Arts Showcase

A Mercer Island Tradition for Over 50 Years - Celebrating K-12 Student Arts Article by Sharon Perez | Photography by Zach Corbin and Kellen Eskridge Mercer Island Fine Arts Advisory Council (FAAC) is a 501(c)(3) created to raise funds to support arts education and educators in MISD schools for grades K-12, including band, orchestra, choir, drama, dance, and visual arts.  FAAC also spearheads initiatives such as bringing art educators to the elementary schools, enhancing district art education...

May 2024

Health + Wellness

Integrative Men’s Wellness

Beyond Hormones and Aesthetics: iAM Center is helping men live well by looking good and feeling good inside and out. Article by Sharon Perez | Photography by Mercer Island City Lifestyle Mercer Island resident Michelle Brown is an Integrative Wellness Expert, and for our Gents Issue, shares an educational overview of the holistic approach to Men’s Health & Wellness, that she and co-founder and partner, Amaris Murphy, provide at IAM Center. Both Michelle and Amaris are Certified Nurse...

May 2024