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Spokane’s burgeoning food scene is finally forging its own identity in the Pacific Northwest, and for Trending Northwest Restaurant Month, we wanted to celebrate it in style. Every year, there are waves of new restaurants bringing fresh flavors to town. There are also long-established restaurants that are maintaining popularity by
Local Holiday Gift Guide: Spokane’s Top Picks for Meaningful Holiday Gifting The holiday season is here, and with it comes the joy—and stress—of holiday gift-giving. Instead of endless searching and long shopping trips, let us help you make this season easier! Our Trending Northwest team has curated a list of
The holidays are approaching, and we will soon be on the hunt for “the perfect” gift to hand to a loved one or colleague. Though the convenience of knocking it all out in a few clicks is tempting, the benefits of shopping local are hard to ignore for long. Supporting
Spokane has officially started rolling out its pumpkin flavored menu items for the public to indulge in this fall. Are you in the mood for more than a pumpkin spice latte? Our area has endless options to savor your sweet tooth with all things pumpkin this season. This cozy fall
“Hair is a woman’s glory.” I first heard these words uttered by Maya Angelou in the 2009 documentary “Good Hair” by Chris Rock. These words rang so true to me, that I’ve found myself coming back to this in conversation more times than I can count. Whether male or female or
by Caryn Bothman If you’re looking for the best Christmas tree farms in Spokane and the surrounding area, we have done the research for you to make it easy to find one that has the best experience for you and your family. I appreciate the many local Christmas tree farms,
By Bailey Bowerman Step into a world of curated luxury at River Park Square with our ultimate Nordstrom Holiday Gift Guide 2024, where thoughtful gifting meets timeless elegance. Discover the magic of gifting, Nordstrom-style. Inspired by our own cherished traditions and everyday favorites, we curated our favs just for you. These handpicked selections
By Bailey Bowerman If you’re like me, you are constantly searching for new Spokane gift ideas for unique local services that your loved ones will actually use. It’s so much better to give experiences without creating clutter in their homes that invariably collects dust for a few years before finding
By Bailey Bowerman Spokane has so many phenomenal gift shops that you really don’t want to miss out on, but they can be tough to find. There is no need to stress, because, as usual, WE GOTCHU. We’ve done the hard work of scoping out the best places to shop
By Erin Peterson When it comes to gift-giving, there’s something special about finding unique, handcrafted items that celebrate the spirit and artistry of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, special occasions, or just because, supporting local creators adds an extra layer of meaning to your gift. This
By Jordy Jones Ringing in the holidays this year, Trending Northwest Magazine and the Downtown Spokane Partnership have joined forces to bring downtown’s favorite restaurants and cafes’ holiday menus to life. To help you get in the holiday spirit, we’ll be sharing these delicious recipes, each with a unique story behind it.
Don’t leave dance classes to the kids – get back on the floor with these fantastic studios in Seattle that will help you get your groove back. By Sydney Baker With a thriving arts scene, Seattle offers some of the best dance studios around for those eager to learn new
By Bailey Bowerman I’m not sure who first said that “breakfast is a love letter to your body,” but I wholeheartedly agree. There is something beautiful about starting the day with a nourishing meal. I spent YEARS eating a cold, loveless breakfast in a car, on a train, or at
By Jordy Jones Breakfast is a delicacy that our hometown does well. Whether it’s a neighborhood cafe or your favorite brunch spot downtown, Spokane has a handful of incredible breakfast options to keep the whole family happy. At Trending Northwest, we are big fans of starting your day off on the right foot, and
Coffee, a drink ineradicable from many of our morning routines and the subject of satire when it comes to the mood many of us are in before we have that first sip each day, is not only a powerful beverage, but a powerful tool for connection. According to the National
This post is sponsored by Fairwood Retirement Village. Learn more about Fairwood Retirement Village and Assisted Living today. As someone over 50 and a senior living expert at Fairwood Retirement Village and Assisted Living, I’ve seen how social media is becoming an essential tool for older adults. Whether it’s connecting with
Spokane’s craft beer scene is booming, and it’s not just about the brews— it’s about community. From hosting live music and trivia nights to fun events like yoga classes with a pint in hand, there’s always something happening at your local taproom. Whether you’re a seasoned beer enthusiast or just
I have always loved hiking, so when I had kids, naturally I wanted to bring them with me to share in my hobby. But this meant I had to rethink hiking a bit. Since moving to Spokane from Sweden in 2021, I have been on the lookout for trails that
Learning I had celiac disease at 19 felt like a foodie’s worst nightmare. The diagnosis was devastating. I felt like I’d never again enjoy my favorite dishes, and for several years that was the case. The gluten-free diet seemed incredibly restrictive to me, a girl who has spent her whole
Whether you are looking for dessert to take to your next book club, picking up croissants for work, or simply looking to bring a sweet treat home to the family, Spokane’s bakeries are the real deal. From downtown, to the Spokane Valley, the sweet treat scene is not scarce. Bookmark
Finding a cozy spot where you can get lost in a good book or knock out some work becomes a wonderful endeavor when the season turns to fall. Spokane, with its list of charming coffee shops and welcoming public spaces, offers us an ever-growing list of perfect places to study.
To live in balance is to fully embrace the seasons of life. As we head into fall, it can be an ideal time to re-cultivate your favorite wellness routines or establish new ones. Coming off a season mostly spent outdoors, fall brings us inward, but it is also a time
September was a whirlwind as we dove into developing and sharing about Restaurant Month at Trending Northwest, spotlighting a new local gem every day with HUGE giveaways that would give extra awareness to these special places that make our local culinary scene stand out. From cozy cafes to elegant dining
One of my favorite fall activities is listening to an audiobook while walking my dog Dale in one of our engoldening Inland Northwest parks or forests. Audiobooks are a recent obsession of mine, spurred by dog-ownership and by the pandemic, the latter of which utterly changed my reading habits. I’m
kitsaptransit.com/service/fast-ferry/kingston-fast-ferry↗ Some of Seattle’s most beautiful features are located outside of the city, including Puget Sound. The large body of water that feeds into the Pacific Ocean is full of amazing islands, peninsulas, and harbor towns, all accessible by our most unique form of public transportation: ferry boats! Ferry boats
Incredible tap dancer and performer, Izaiah Montaque Harris, is in Spokane as Eddie Ryan in the Broadway musical “Funny Girl” running now through Oct. 6. at the First Interstate Center for the Arts. Harris plays friend and supporter of lead role Fanny Brice, a performer turned comedy star in the
October is here, and the activities and lederhosen continue! Our region is home to some of the top breweries and tap houses and this is the time of year they truly shine, welcoming you to drink and eat until your heart is content. The Northwest is filled to the pint
The leaves are beginning to change and we are entering cozy season, aka fall. Fall is known for all things pumpkin, sweater weather, football, and snuggling in at home with friends and family. For some, the pace may pick up as we prepare for the holidays, but the entrance of
Written by Rob Peterson When bars closed a few years back and we were no longer able to go out and drink, many of us (including myself) stocked up on supplies to play mixologist at home. Though the world’s since opened back up, some still enjoy to stay in rather
Seattle’s coolest new hang for creative coffees, high-end bar food, and arguably the best espresso martini in the city Seattle’s chill new hang, The Fonte Bar, is for workers on lunch break, sports lovers looking for an interesting venue to watch the Sunday game, or anyone looking for a break