It's the Berries
Scrumptious concoction perfect for Father's Day of July 4th Story by Suzanne Martinson • Photo by Bob Martinson My husband, Ace, and I share an agricultural history, his south of Tacoma, near Puyallup,...
View ArticleLet the people drink wine: Reininger's Helix Syrah 2007
This Walla Walla wine will have you saying, "(Get a) Case of Syrah, syrah..." Story and photo by Randy Sanders With an abundance of important wineries in Walla Walla, Washington, it’s always a tough...
View ArticleA Conversation with Man in the Kitchen
What’s it like to encounter people on the street who recognize you from your “Man in the Kitchen” column in CRR?“I’ve always been amazed that people actually read it, pay attention to it and use my...
View ArticleMan in the Kitchen's Late Summer Picnic
Three writers dispatched to the river with mystery basket and notepadStory by Paul Thompson • Photo by Perry Piper A picnic: an elegant excursion outdoors to share food and drink and time together....
View ArticleMan in the Kitchen's Picnic at Prescott Beach
Cool off on the banks of the Columbia Story & Photo by Michael O. Perry One of the best ways to escape the heat is to head for the beach. But a trip to the ocean isn’t necessary. Instead, why not...
View ArticleMan in the Kitchen's Picnic at Skamokawa Vista Park
Take a trip to the beach: not as far as you may thinkStory by Karla C. Dudley • Photos by David Bell I love picnics. To my mind, a tasty meal packed in a basket and eaten outside in a beautiful place...
View ArticleMan in the Kitchen Picnic at Bradley Scenic Viewpoint
Boutique picnic spot makes delightful destination Story & Photos by Melanee EvansFew activities invoke summer charm like an old-fashioned picnic in the park, and children in particular delight in...
View ArticleSue's View's - Dr. Munchie, grinning ear to ear
CRR to conduct Hamburger Hunt around the river By Susan P. Piper Dr. Munchie was real mad when our 100th issue came out without any mention of him.“You’d never know I have the most seniority of anyone...
View ArticleGrounds for Opportunity
New "social enterprise" springs up in Kelso, bringing stylish public café and job training By Alan Rose Chef Keven Robinson is living a dream come true as he prepares to open his own fully equipped...
View ArticleSleep in Christmas Morning
No muss, no fuss brunch features easy egg dish and no-knead yeast rollsStory by Suzanne Martinson • Photos by Bob MartinsonMom and Dad never argued. If they did disagree, they emerged from behind their...
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