TwineTasting - Seattle Food Blogger

05/28/2026

[media preview] The best lobster roll I’ve eaten in Seattle!

[media preview] Downtown Seattle got a little more green with Cinder + Salt, a new restaurant inside of the The Charter Hotel Seattle, Curio Collection by Hilton focused on seafood and fire-grilled foods from land and sea. Their lobster roll is the best one I’ve eaten in Seattle!

I was invited to the grand opening celebration and loved the green interior (my favorite furniture color), food, and drinks. Plus, they had a live mermaid serving oysters!

A few things you can order here:

- Maine lobster roll - it has tarragon buttermilk aioli and is delicious!
- Grilled Wagyu - another standout
- Wood-fired za’tar spiced heirloom carrots - they have a definite spicy kick
- Oysters Rockefeller - delicious!
- Burnt honey cheesecake with pears - I’m not a cheesecake fan, but really enjoyed this dessert
- Wood-fired chicken
- Drinks: Glass Garden, Smoke on the Sound, Bright Quarry (NA)

I’d seen Hannah Kay Swan’s reel about the interior design of Cinder + Salt beforehand, which was helpful to understand more about the restaurant’s look and feel. It really is a gorgeous space!

Cinder + Salt is a spot I’d recommend for a seafood dinner with out of town guests visiting Seattle or for an upscale date night. They also serve breakfast and coffee during the morning and lunch in the afternoon. I’m definitely returning for a lobster roll!

📍Cinder + Salt - 1610 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA inside of the Charter Hotel

💵 Price range: For dinner, expect to spend a minimum of $30 per person

Disclosure: This was a media event and grand opening party, so food and drink samples were comped.
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05/21/2026

Great event at a great location!

Join us for our July Women in Marketing Meetup at Three9 Lounge, a tropical-inspired hideaway tucked inside West Seattle Bowl!

Whether you’re a marketing professional, a business owner, looking for marketing support, or hoping to connect with other ambitious women, this welcoming evening is designed to help you build meaningful relationships, share what you do, and ask for what you need from the group.

🍍 Light bites provided
🍹 Drinks and additional food available for purchase
🥂 Two-drink minimum per attendee (non-alcoholic options available)

☀️ About the Venue ☀️
At Three9 Lounge, “The Eternal Sunset” is more than a look—it’s a state of mind. Step out of Seattle’s gray and into a modern island hideaway where craft cocktails, flavorful food, great company, and an immersive atmosphere create the perfect backdrop for connection.

RSVP here: https://WomenInMarketingJuly15.eventbrite.com

05/21/2026

I’m working on two new videos and a list of summer activities to do in Seattle!

What are you up to this week?

05/14/2026

Serendipitous moments are the best, and here’s a story about the serendipitous moment that led to my husband and me eating our first brunch at a few years ago.

One Saturday morning, we were hungrily walking around Pike Place Market, trying to decide where to eat after our original breakfast plans fell through. We walked by Can Can and noticed they were open. We knew had evening shows, dinner, and drinks, but didn’t know at the time that they also served weekend brunch.

Breakfast plans were sorted, and now we’ve had several weekend brunches and taken many booth photos at Can Can. We still love the early 1900s Parisian, colorful, and whimsical decor that makes the theater feel like another world. 🎭

My favorite breakfast dishes at Can Can are the breakfast plate ($21) with potatoes and scrambled eggs and the beignets ($12). The plate reminds me of a hearty southern breakfast and the beignets are pillowy and cooked perfectly each time. I’ve had a few other breakfast items, but I tend to stick with my favorites here.

If you’ve only seen Can Can at night, it’s worth a daytime visit between Friday-Sunday for their brunch menu! Have you eaten there before?

📍The Dressing Room by Can Can - 95 Pine Street in Seattle, WA - right at

💵 Price range: Expect to spend about $20-$25 per person
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05/08/2026

Pictures from Mother’s Day at the last year. My mom had never been to the Fairmont and I booked the Mother’s Day brunch to give her a fun experience.

We had a lovely time and there was so much food to choose from that was all delicious and beautifully presented.

If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day meal this year, I’d highly recommend booking brunch at the in downtown Seattle!

📍Location - Fairmont Olympic Hotel - 411 University St, Seattle, WA

💵 Price range: $140 per person by reservation ($70 for kids)
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05/07/2026

Happy National Small Business Week! 🎉🎉🎉

Here’s why supporting local matters more than you think:
🏢 Small businesses make up 99.9 percent of all U.S. businesses
👥 They employ nearly half of the private workforce, supporting millions of jobs
💵 For every 100 dollars spent at a small business, about 68 dollars stays in the local economy
🔁 Local dollars can circulate 3 to 7 times within the community, creating a powerful ripple effect
📊 Small businesses generate roughly 43 percent of U.S. economic activity
🤝 They are more likely to hire locally and work with nearby vendors, keeping money in the community
💛 Small businesses give back to local causes and nonprofits at a higher rate than large corporations
✨ Shopping small keeps neighborhoods unique, vibrant, and full of character
🏘️ Independent businesses help sustain walkable districts and local main streets
🌱 Supporting small businesses means supporting real people, families, and dreams

Every time you choose local, you are helping your community grow
Support small. Support local. It makes a difference