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Summer Restaurant Picks
By Erin Wright and Christina Waterhouse
The weather is heating up and Clark County is starting to open up. Vancouver has a robust food scene and with many of the restaurants re-opening, it can be hard to know where to start. We wanted to take a moment to highlight a few of our favorite places to go and eat or get a sweet treat. All have excellent options for those with dietary restrictions!
In addition to Sushi and other Japanese foods, Sushi Mo serves cuisine from their native Korea.
- Sushi Mo – Fresh sushi is a perfect meal on a hot day! Sushi Mo is our favorite sushi spot and it is located right in downtown Vancouver. They offer the tried and true traditional rolls, along with some with creative flair. I often get a glass of white wine, an order of edamame, and 2 rolls to enjoy. They also offer an excellent presentation and there is a good chance one of the two owners will be there to greet you. It is my first choice for a meal out on a hot summer day.
Sushi Mo: 1012 Washington St Vancouver, WA 98660 360 – 953 – 8860
- Margarita Factory – I almost jumped for joy when Margarita Factory re-opened in the middle of May. They make the best margaritas and guacamole. When you are looking for a more filling meal, they have excellent enchiladas and burritos. If you want something on the lighter side, their Live Fit Taco Salad is a great choice! Either way, try pairing your meal with their fresh, chunky guac and their Jorgita Margarita! Yum!
Margarita Factory: 8902 NE 5th Ave. Suite 101 Vancouver, WA 98665 360 – 433 – 2557
“All of our pies are made with local ingredients- we’re regularly whipping up full-size and hand-size pecan, Apple, Pumpkin, Marionberry and Cherry pies. “
Simply Sweets – For that sweet tooth, there is nothing quite as satisfying as a fresh baked cookie or cupcake. Simply Sweets tops the charts for both. Their sugar cookie with butter cream frosting is a favorite among our families and clients. If you are looking for something a little different and fun, I highly recommend their hand pies. Pair that with one of their barista made coffee drinks and you are in for a sweet treat in deed.
Simply Sweets: 3100 Columbia St Vancouver, WA 98660 360 – 896 – 7321
Tacos and Taps 2015: A Huge Success
Photo courtesy of Little Fern Photography
Thank you to my clients and friends who helped make Tacos & Taps a Success in 2015!
May 4, 2015 marked the 2nd Annual Tacos & Taps Event for the Clark County Food Bank. This year Tacos & Taps sold out weeks before the event and the night really delivered a great time with a meaningful message. Guests were able to enjoy creative tacos, great beer, and spectacular treats from local Vancouver venders all while touring the food bank and enjoying live music. It is a great event to help promote local businesses, support the food bank, and allow our Clark County neighbors a chance to really see how the food bank runs and helps support the community.
The event this year raised $31,100 for the Food Bank, an increase of 39% from the previous year. Additionally, the event featured 5 local brewers, 8 local chefs, and 1 local baker.
I would like to give a special thanks to the people who made this event a huge success.
Breweries:
Alameda Brewing, Mt. Tabor Brewing, Loowit Brewing, Doomsday Brewing, and Beerded Brothers Brewing
Chefs:
Herb N’ Roots, South Pacific Bar & Grill, Farrar’s Bistro, Wholes Foods, Beaches Restaurant & Bar, Main Event, New Seasons, and The Grant House
Bakery:
Simply Sweets
Photography:
Little Fern Photography
Decorations:
Michael Lampson of Lasting Impressions
Entertainment:
Blues Ranch
Scott Horenstein Law, Riverview Community Bank, Landerholm Law
Large Donors:
Windermere Stellar
Event Committee:
Allison Kirkland, Courtney Catt, Donna Horenstein, Erin Wright, Megan Dixon, Rebecca Bristol, Sam Clarno, and Sherri Falkner
To see all photos from this year’s Tacos and Taps event provided by Little Fern Photography, please click the link below.
http://proofs.littlefernphoto.com/tacosandtaps
Click the link below to see a video talking with the Director of the Food Bank and some of the vendors from this past year.
Tacos and Taps Raises Over $22,000
Tacos and Taps Night: A Huge Success
May 2, 2014 marked the First Annual Tacos and Taps Night benefiting the Clark County Food Bank. It raised $22,467.00 for the food bank to continue their mission of Alleviating Hunger and Its Root Causes in Clark County, WA. The event was a fun night with 240 attendees enjoying live music, delicious tacos, mouth watering desserts, and cold beer on tap. I was honored with the ability to serve on the planning committee. I can say without a doubt, the event was a huge success. I want to thank everyone who came out to support the food bank on May 2nd in various capacities.
