Sneak Peek: Northwest Coast Fall 2008

July 30, 2008

The Fall 2008 issue of Northwest Coast is only a few weeks away. Here are some of the featured stories that you can expect… Read more

Eating Local: The Farm to Table Movement

July 29, 2008

by Suzanne Martinson

Here a locavore, there a locavore, everywhere a locavore.

A locavore - the word of the year in the New Oxford American Dictionary - is someone who seeks locally produced food.

Their numbers here are sprouting.

Farmers markets in the region have been growing in size and numbers the past several years. And in Longview, a new group has taken farm fresh to a new plateau as it helps locavores connect with the farm fresh food they crave. Read more

Smoked Salmon Essentials

July 10, 2008

Some Useful Tips On Cold Smoking

   Smoked salmon is a regional delicacy enjoyed by almost everyone. The taste is mesmerizing and the ingredients basic, but to many, the techniques for making it seem veiled in smoky secrecy. It’s true that many of those who have mastered the time-earned craft are not likely to give up their smoking secrets easily. But NWC has found a few old-line smokers willing to offer a few tips to help you become smoked salmon savvy. Read more