Food + Beverage

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

A Welcomed Addition to the Thanksgiving Table Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Dawning Memories Gathering around the holiday table this year, you’ll likely find a mound of buttery mashed potatoes and maybe even a dish of candied yams. But unlike the traditional sides we expect at Thanksgiving, these Roasted Sweet Potatoes bring something both familiar and refreshingly new. Tender wedges are roasted until golden on the edges, then finished with Parmesan and fresh herbs. The...

Life + Culture

Acts of Hospitality

5 ways to host with heart this season Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Dawning Memories For those who love to gather, it’s easy to forget that hosting and hospitality aren’t the same thing. Hosting is about gathering people, while hospitality is about caring for them. True hospitality means noticing needs, creating ease, and making everyone feel welcome—not setting the perfect table or curating flawless décor (but by all means, keep doing this if it brings you joy!) ...

Local Services

Empowering Women at Home and Across the Globe

How Lifetime Heating & Cooling is changing lives Article by Courtney Evans | Photography by Lifetime Heating & Cooling At first glance, Lifetime Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric may seem like any other home service company—fixing furnaces, installing air conditioners, and ensuring homes stay comfortable. But behind the scenes, this Snohomish-based business is doing something much bigger: empowering women, supporting families, and creating lasting change—both locally and globally. Whether...

Professional Services

Home Loans

Understanding the nuances of the loan process with Brandy Hekker Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Dawning Memories Buying a home can be one of the most exciting times in your life - but it can also be one of the most stressful. For Brandy Hekker, loan officer at CMG Homes Loans, home ownership means creating community and stability for families. Every day, she works diligently to minimize tensions during the home loan process through open communication, careful attention to...

Home Services

Faithfully Maid

Creating healthier, happier spaces with customized cleaning Article by Kelly Bone | Photography by Serena P Photography Wearing many hats is nothing new for Gisela Howell. Growing up, she enjoyed staying busy as she rode and broke horses, sang, and danced. With a Peruvian mother, Howell said she was always dancing to Latin music in the kitchen, convinced that one day she’d be a professional ballerina. “My coach said I didn’t have the knees for it,” she added laughingly.  That love of dancing...

Food + Beverage

Pumpkin Spice Bread with Cream Cheese Filling

Nothing says Autumn quite like a Pumpkin Loaf Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Dawning Memories Who doesn’t love a cake baked in a loaf pan that, for reasons no one can quite explain, we all insist on calling bread? This Pumpkin Spice “Bread” is filled with the simplest, most decadent cream cheese filling - which plays the role of frosting in the scenario where this bread is actually… cake.    A few tips as you dig into this seasonal delight: Be sure to use pumpkin puree...

Food + Beverage

Quilceda Creek Winery

Where Excellence Meets Heart Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis Quilceda Creek is more than a treasured winery based in Snohomish. It’s a legacy of integrity, exceptional quality, and quiet generosity, shaped with intention from beginning to end that has been recognized globally as one of the finest producers of wine. The winery team’s commitment to excellence in every step of their operation keeps collectors and private members pining for their next seasonal release. Established in 1978 as the...

Food + Beverage

Trails End Catering

Fresh food prepared right, every time. Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Trails End Staff Trails End Taphouse & Restaurant is known throughout the region as the go-to stop for family-friendly, quality dining and top-shelf customer service. Local patrons know to expect professional staff and consistently fresh food, prepared right, every time. That same care and attention extend beyond the restaurant. The team at Trails End brings the same level of hospitality to their...

Food + Beverage

Rush Lattin Cellars

From Spark to Signature Article by Snohomish City Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Rush Lattin Cellars With a single taste, Larry Ransom discovered a passion that would reshape his life and eventually lead to the founding of Rush Lattin Cellars. “Right after Michelle and I were married, a close friend shared an unlabeled bottle of wine, a ‘shiner.’ Until then, I wasn’t a wine drinker,” Larry recalls. “But that moment changed everything. It was an awakening. I couldn’t stop thinking about it...

Food + Beverage

Speakeasy Secrets

Discover Snohomish's Hidden Bar Scene Article by Courtney Evans | Photography by Snohomish CityLifestyle Staff Snohomish might be known for its charming streets and historic vibes, but tucked just beneath the surface lies a secret world of speakeasies waiting to be discovered. From intimate hideouts dripping with vintage allure to neighborhood spots where the taps never stop flowing, these hidden gems offer more than just drinks—they offer escapes. Whether you’re craving a quiet escape with a...