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Northwest Noshings…

(Fried Clams from Seattle’s Beloved Chain, Ivars)

I eluded to it before but now with less than one month away it is time to talk about Northwest Noshings.
When I moved to the Pacific Northwest from desert Arizona I had no idea the variety of culinary treats I was in for. My first time at a farmer’s market out here was jaw dropping. The farmers market was not just dried chilies and citrus fruit. The shear variety of mushrooms was insane.(Speaking of mushrooms if you want a chance to win 2 lbs of fresh morel mushrooms you should enter the contest over at Marx Food). The strawberries were red inside…the ones we got in AZ had a ton of white in the middle. I personally don’t eat tomatoes but I can tell by just looking at them that Washington tomatoes kick Arizona tomatoes ass…and they have all the heirloom variety that don’t cost and arm and a leg..and another leg.
Many times I have made something that I wanted to share with my readers but it just really didn’t fit into the genre of my blog. Plus I get A LOT of emails(really, we are talking hundreds here people) asking me if all I do is sit around and eat breads and sweets…they want to know if I eat “real” food. Yes, we eat real food. I tend to eat real food…my husband eats sloppy joes. 😛
Add on to that, many a local person asks me where they should eat and I decided to make a food blog dedicated to all things Pacific Northwest. So starting June 1st(2008), I will have another food blog(yes, I am insane) that will be recipes and restaurant reviews…and not just limited to the Seattle area, and get this…no sweets or baking(gasp). Northwest Noshings will not be updated nearly as often as Culinary Concoctions is(my head might explode if it was) but will have a post a week.
In order to celebrate my new food blog I am having a give away to one lucky person(winner will be chosen randomly) out there in blogland. You will be receiving a lovely Pacific Northwest gift pack. So if a cookbook from our local celebrity chef, local chocolate, spice rubs and what not sounds like something you are up for then all you need to do is leave a comment on this post.
Thanks for being a reader of Culinary Concoctions by Peabody and I hope to have you as a reader of Northwest Noshings.

Cheers,
Peabody

 

(Bacon Wrapped Scallops in a Blackberry Reduction inspired by Purple Cafe and Wine Bar)

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Comments

  1. Hi Peabody….

    Every morning I log on to your blog hoping for something new to be posted and now I get to check out TWO of your blogs!

    Looking forward to June 1st.

    🙂 Kristine

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  2. hi peabody!

    i’m so excited to read your new blog. we JUST got back from a weekend in seattle–our first time there–and had the best time. it really is a lovely city. we ate at the dahlia lounge, which was delicious.

    anyhoo, looking forward to the new one–good luck!

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  4. I love the idea of your new blog even though I am in the mid Atlantic. I think it will be a nice change of pace for you too!

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  7. I’d love to read about food in the Northwest. I lived in Seattle and the surrounding area for 4 years, and I still miss it. I know I didn’t truly appreciate what was there until after I left. =)

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  9. Hi-
    I recently stumbled upon your blog from who-knows-where? Probably a lazy Saturday afternoon. I love it! And, I have always wanted to visit the Northwest. I am in the Phila. area (home of the Flyers!). I look forward to checking out Northwest Noshings.

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  10. Oh how I miss Seattle food (especially Ivars!). Our visits back are planned around what restaurants we’re going to eat at while we’re home. Looking forward to living vicariously through Northwest Noshings!

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  11. Sounds fabulous! I’ve never been to the Northwest, but would loooove to test out the food in my own kitchen!
    Kudos for being able to start another blog! 🙂

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  12. We just moved to the Seattle area about a month ago so I can’t wait for this new blog. Its going to be great inspiration of places to check out for us!

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  15. Ditto the first comment about getting to log on and hope for updates at TWO of your blogs now! Can’t wait… though I am already in awe that you can apparently take as good pictures in any ole’ restaurant of their food as your own baked goods at home!

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  16. Can’t wait for the new blog! My husband and I moved to the midwest after 3 years in Portland, and miss pacific northwest so much.

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  17. Peabody – Can you move to Chicago so your blog can be restaurant recommendations around me? 🙂 I mean, no pressure. lol

    I have a few friends in Seattle who I’ll have to recommend your blog. I’m sure they’ll find it very helpful!!

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  18. Did you cook the bacon wrapped scallop dish? I can’t wait to read about it in your new blog! June 1st is still a loooooooong way from now. :p

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  19. As a fellow seattlite, I can say that my mouth was watering just looking at those fried clams, thinking about summers on the pier 🙂

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  21. Good luck with the new blog. I am sure I will enjoy it and its associated recipes.

    BTW, te fried clams look yummy.

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  22. Peabody – A second blog…girl you so rock! I sometimes can barely keep up with the one I have with all the other things I need to do.

    The food looks simply delicious and I can’t wait to read about all the wonderful locations you discover.

    Natalie @ Gluten a Go Go

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  23. Good luck, Peabody! I know it takes a lot of work to keep your blogs updated, so you’ve definitely got a challenge ahead of you.

    If your new blog is nearly as entertaining as this one, I’m sure it will be a success.

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  25. I love your blog and check in everyday. You are an inspiration to this ‘non-baker’! Thank you!

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  27. How fun! I admire you for starting the new blog — I can’t wait to read it; I love this blog, so I’m sure NN will be equally great! (Those bacon-wrapped scallops look DELICIOUS.)

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  28. Wow, what a nice thing to do! I am in love with your blog and have tried a ton of your recipes! In fact, I just made your pumpkin financiers last night for a Mother’s Day gift and they are wonderful.

    Thanks for all the great things you do.

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  29. My in-laws live on Bainbridge Island and whenever we visit all we do is eat and visit markets. Seattle food is really awesome.

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  31. “I tend to eat real food…my husband eats sloppy joes” – Peabody, as usual, you made me laugh out loud, haha :0D

    Oooh, a Pacific Northwest gift pack?? What a fun prize for a lucky blogger!!

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  35. You are one of my very favorite foodies! While I am not that interested in restaurant reviews, I really look forward to your recipes for non-sweet/bread foods.

    Oh, and I envy you your farmer’s market. A lot.

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  38. Oooh, exciting! Can’t wait to see what you have in store for us! I’m only up in Seattle maybe once or twice a year, but I’ll look forward to saving up your restaurant recommendations for my trips.

    And wowsers, those bacon wrapped scallops look absolutely amazing!!

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  39. I would love to win a Pacific Northwest surprise. That is the one place I want to visit so badly. My husband works for the pear growers in the NW and he goes out for meetings but alas I have to stay home. One of these days will be the perfect time and I’m there. You are so lucky to live there where the produce is so plentiful and fresh. I’m envious!

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  40. I am looking forward to your blog since we love to cook a variety of foods. Thanks for putting in all the work on this blog and the new one!

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  42. Peabody,
    I love reading your blog, I’ve been addicted to it for a few months now. I can’t wait to add the new blog to my bookmarks as well! Good luck!

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  43. Oh man do those scallops look good, and I bet the blackberry sauce would be good on alot of other things too.

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  46. I’m so excited to see your new blog! And those clams have my mouth watering – my husband played baseball after college in Tacoma, so when we were in the area a couple of years ago, we went to his favorite place – Steamers. I can remember the clams, and now I just really want some more!

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  47. I have to admit…I was starting to wonder if you were a baked-goods only family=) My best friend lives in the northwest, but i’ve never been because i’m too poor to make the trip….it would be fun to get a glimpse of it in the mail for sure! I’m excited about your new blog…if it’s anything like this one, it will be outstanding.

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  48. The Pacific Northewest is a wonderful place to live! We have so much to be thankful for. I look forward to hearing about your savory adventures in food.

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  52. Now I have two blogs to read obsessively. As far as the drawing, pick me, pick ME!! I used to live in Seattle and now I am in OHIO. If pity over that doesn’t do it, nuthin’ will 😉

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  53. If anyone should have multiple blogs its someone who has gorgeous pictures, entertaining writing, and fabulous recipes. I think you fit the bill.

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  54. Our local clam shack just opened for the season and I haven’t had a chance to stop by yet but this just may cause me to take lunch there tomorrow.

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  59. I am really looking forward to reading your new blog. I’m from South Carolina, so I’m used southern food and food from the Atlantic coast, but I love reading about regional foods. I think Northwestern food sounds divine and I can’t wait to see what you have in store.

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  61. I’m looking forward to see what “real food” you eat! If it’s anything like the sweets here, I know it’ll be great.

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  64. Congrats on your new blog. I’m sure it will be mouth watering and fabulous just like this blog. Can’t wait to read it.

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  67. i love farmers markets i hope you have lots of pictures of it on your new blog! you are so creative that your new blog with be wonderful. here’s to june 1st!!

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  69. Does this include Oregon as well? If so, I would highly recommend the Pearl Bakery in Portland.
    In Seattle, Washington; two good vegetarian restaurants are Cafe Flora and Carmelita. Bonne Chance!

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  70. Your bacon wrapped scallops look divine-will you be posting the web address for your new blog? Can’t wait!!!

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  72. i just came back from a few days in seattle, and i must say i was really spoiled even from the short time i spent there. the culinary culture is absolutely amazing!

    great to hear you’ll be starting a new blog dedicated to the pnw foodisms–it will be a reason to go back there.

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  73. Yeah, you’re going to get 8 million responses to this (including me, of course). 😉

    Can’t wait for the new blog! I’ve only been to the Seattle area twice in my life, but once was in June and it was FOODIE NIRVANA.

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  75. I’ve been a lurker for a while now… but I am finally coming out of the shadows to say that I am so excited about your new blog! (and admittedly, I’d love to win your gift basket…). This blog has been very inspiring to me as a relatively new baker. Your creativity – and those photos of yours – are amazing. Keep up the good work, and I can’t wait to catch the new blog next month! 🙂

    Jill

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  77. I can’t wait for your new blog! I’ve tried so many of your recipes and I’m looking forward to your more savory dishes.

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  80. Your new blog will definitely reminde me how much I miss the Northwest (used to live on Whidbey Island)! Italy is not a bad place to live either, but the Northwest is a special place.

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  81. Wow, thanks for another generous offering. I don’t live in the Pacific Northwest but remember having a wonderful trip in Seattle a few years ago. It’ll be fun to read and learn more about the foods of the region, and perhaps drool over them! 😛

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  82. I look forward to your new blog. I love hearing about food and the Northwest that (both) hold a special place in my heart.
    I miss Ivar’s breaded and fried clams. It was the very first place I ate when I lived in Seattle (circa 1977) and my favourite, always, for fried clams. I truly miss those clams.

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  83. unabashedly commenting to enter for the gift pack. 🙂 I’ve read your blog for months now and it’s my current favorite. Excited about your new blog!

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  84. I’m so excited about getting to see a bigger range of your recipes! Not to mention getting a taste of the Northwest, since I have always lived in Texas. Looking forward to it.

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  85. Everyone keeps telling us to check out Seattle. I know where to check when we decide to take that trip. those fried clams are calling out my name!

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  87. I love your Concoctions site! Can’t wait to read Northwest Noshings! I’ve always wanted to visit Seattle!

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  89. This post has brought back so many memories! I lived in seattle for several years and loved Ivars, the farmers markets and lets not forget the fish market 🙂 Thanks for sharing this with us.

    I am excited to hear about your new blog peabody! Best of luck!

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  90. I can not wait to check out your new blog! My husband and I talk all the time about relocating to the PNW. This will only fuel the desire! 🙂

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  91. Can’t wait to see the new blog. My sis lives in the NW and I’ll have to alert her to your new blog as well! You’re amazing for attempting two blogs at the same time 🙂

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  92. Oh.My.Gosh.! I am beyond excited for your new blog. While I love anything edible, I am not much of a baker; but, I can not wait to try out some real dinner recipes and see what restaurants you love.

    I’m a nest lurker – that’s how I found your blog, and I check in all the time and love it!

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  95. The new blog idea sounds like a great plan – I’m looking forward to reading it! My husband and I have thrown the idea of relocating to the Seattle area, but I think we’re just dreaming! It’ll be good to have a place to go so we can at least try to recreate the food!

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  96. Looking forward to the new blog. I’ve been a lurker for quite some time now. After you so generously commented on my blogiversary post (honestly, I felt like I had been blessed by the pope), I thought the least I could do was return the favor.

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  97. “Yes, we eat real food. I tend to eat real food…my husband eats sloppy joes.”

    Geez, its like this in my house, too!

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  98. I just have to say that I love to read your blog! I can’t wait for your new one – definitely sounds fun :)Thank you for all that you do!

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  99. I am so excited in anticipation of your new blog. You know that I’m a savory girl, and even so I still love your sweets blog like nobody else’s (okay, just like Helen’s!). Not to mention that Seattle is one city I am always anxious to get to for the mountains, for the restaurants, for the weather 🙂 Whoohoo!! xxoo

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  100. Ooh! I’ve never been up there before, but have always wanted to. Local cookbooks could fill the gap for the time being. 😉

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  103. looks yummy. will definetly be checking out your new blog even if i don’t live in that area of the country.

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  104. This is definitely my favorite baking blog out of the 100 plus I read, so I can’t wait to see what you do with the new site.

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  105. Looking forward to reading posts on your new blog too!!! I know how exciting it must me. I recently renamed and moved my blog and I’m still like a little kid with a new toy.

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  106. Excited to read not one but TWO blogs. I’ve enjoyed your culinary concoctions blog on a regular basis.

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  109. i am a part-time seattlite, and coming here from the midwest, i was also amazed by the amazing culinary opportunities! i went to the purple cafe for my birthday, and it was fantastic- you’ve got to try the syrah brownie! looking forward to reading your new blog.

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  113. I’m excited about this. I have been reading your blog for awhile now and usually drooling while reading. I’m an American living in England and my British husband is convinced he would like Seattle and we should move there when we move back to the US. I’ll be showing him your new blog.

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  116. Yup,
    It’s official, your are insane! But I am soooo excited. I wish that I lived in the Northwest, but I will still ready and pass this on to my brother who lives there. Good luck 🙂

    Carrie

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  117. I am much more of a cook than a baker, so I’m eager to see what you do with your new blog. Your baking stuff does inspire me, but I hardly ever come through on making your tasty treats.

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  120. Mmmmm, bacon wrapped scallops, they look too good to eat…almost.

    Love this blog, can’t wait to see the new one 🙂

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  122. As a recent transplant to the Seattle area, I’m really looking forward to your new blog. If nothing else, please post details about your prize package so I can go hunting =)

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  124. A second food blog! Sounds like quite an undertaking even if it’s not going to be updated as regularly as your current one. I’m looking forward to reading it. We all love sweet things, but every now then you just gotta say, Hold the sugar, Pass the salt! 🙂

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  128. So strawberries don’t have white in the middle? Looking forward to having two addictions.

    Best of luck.

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  129. Peabody,
    Just checking round on my fave blogs and find that you are starting ANOTHER one? Where do you find the time/energy girl!!!?? I wish had more time to visit more frequently but good luck with the new blog! Those scallops look awesome….

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  130. Yea!! Another blog to read! I love your Culinary blog and have made several of the items you’ve posted which were all wonderful!!

    Can’t wait for June 1!

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  133. I can’t believe you have time for another blog! I love reading all of your commentary about baking so even if I live no where near the North west, I’m sure I’ll be reading your other blog too! Good luck!

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  135. Love the photos of the food! I live in the Seattle area too and the food choices here never ceases to amaze me!

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  136. Oh, CONGRATS! Peabody. You’ve been wanting to do this for a while, and it sounds so wonderful. Now I’ll have two places to visit first…heehee. Glad you are insane enough to do both blogs. I may be doing something similar, but opposite, soon with the Land of St Honore’…a blog for baked goods.

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  137. I’m looking forward to seeing your new blog. I ran into this blog by accident and I’m really glad I did.

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  139. I swear you could take a picture of ANYTHING and make it look wonderful! I enjoy your blog and wish you well on your new one!

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  140. Well it’s about freaking time, peabody. I’m just about drowning my keyboard looking at that photo. And being one who tends to post more savory than sweet, AND have a blog with absolutely nothing to do with food — no, you’re not crazy. Just talented. Congrats!

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  141. Glad you’re enjoying the Pacific Northwest. I’ve just moved to Washington, and I’m enjoying learning about all the area has to offer.

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  142. As an East Coaster, I’m looking forward to your new blog and learning more about the Northwest and all it’s culinary treats.

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  144. looking forward to the new blog! relates to my location… except in vancouver bc it’s the “south coast” lol

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  145. Two blogs instead of one? Sounds good to me. And if you’ll be featuring dishes like this, do count me in! I definitely need to improve my knowledge of the Pacific food. Best of lucks for the new ‘kitchen’! 😉

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  147. I look forward to reading your second blog! I am a regular, but silent, reader of Culinary Concoctions and I’ve often wished for some savory photographs and recipes… wish granted!

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  152. I look forward to hearing about what the Northwest has to offer for yummy food. I hope to get out there in the next few years for a food filled trip.

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  157. Hallelujah! More delightful recipes! I may have to start eating 4 or 5 meals a day to fit in all the things I want to cook.
    ps: pick me for the drawing 🙂

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  158. Are those Fried Clams? I’m sad now because I’m reminded how I miss living in New England just for the food. Can’t wait for the new blog, shellfish please!

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  159. How exciting. As a fellow Northwesterner I know there is a lot to explore. Thanks for showcasing our “neck of the woods”.

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  162. Oh my goodness! You mean we get to see more of your amazing photography, on things that aren’t just sweets (not that I don’t adore the sweets)?!? Woo hoo! 😀

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  166. Wow! Thats awesome Peabody! I wish you all the best with your new blog. Sounds very cool.

    I have never been to the Northwest, but Seattle is on the list of long weekend trips we would love to take when the monkeys get a tad bigger.

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  167. Very cool to be able to get double the Peabody! My in-laws are thinking of moving to Seattle, so I’ll have to pass your new site along to them!

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  173. Cant wait to check out the new blog. I’ll be along the oregon/washington coast this summer. Any restraunt suggestions along the pacific Northwest coast.

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  176. Thanks for putting on such a fun contest. I love coming here daily to drool…The Daily Drool:)

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  181. How fun! What a great giveaway. I’m looking forward to yet another good read in the morning, although I am a little more partial to sweets.

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  184. Can’t wait for the new blog! Sometimes I have a layover in Seattle when headed to and from Portland, so I’m looking forward to all the info!

    Thanks!

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  187. hehe, i love the northwest…going to school in california, i miss the rain back in washington so much!

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  188. Looking forward to returning to the Northwest vicariously via Northwest Noshings. You’re opening post is going to include that scallop recipe… right?!? 😀

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  189. Peabody, you’re recipes are inspirational! I have tried quite a few but am at a high altitude and find it difficult to adjust sometimes…I am SO SO excited for cooking (as opposed to baking) recipes on this site!

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  190. I’d love to “win” a food package…Of course I’ll be following you to your new blogg… I swear i’ve saved at least 75 % of all your recipies for a rainy day 🙂 You are one inspiring woman! Thanks!

    /Karoleen

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  191. I’ve done the same..but both blog are pretty much the same..so I really admire what you are about to do..

    Excellent!

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  194. Being from NJ, I’ve heard of these things, but never had the opportunity to try them! Look forward to the new blog!

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  195. All hail the mighty Peabody! I am totally envious of your blogging ability and cannot wait to see new posts from Northwest Noshings in my googlereader!

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  203. Hey – Really enjoy your website – it’s on my daily routine!

    Heather from Halifax, Nova Scotia

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  205. Oh, that picture of the fried clams has my mouth-watering! I adore fried clams, and I know when I moved to NJ I discovered how fresh seafood really tasted!

    I’ld love to be in the running for the Northwest Noshings giveway! I’ve been reading your blog for a bit, and am curious to see what new culinary adventures you will be sharing on the new one!

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  208. My one time in Seattle was for work- and besides and amazing cioppino (one p?) I wasn’t able to enjoy its bounty – I will be back though!

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  210. Congrats on the new blog idea. I enjoy reading your stuff so another site sounds great. Your site along with a few select others has inspired me to jump on the ‘food blog’ train, which I’ll start up next week.

    Thanks again and good luck 🙂

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  214. I’ve never traveled west of the Mississippi River. Maybe if I won that wonderful prize pack, I’d see how much I was missing out on the other half of the country!

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  216. While the gift basket sounds incredible, I can’t wait until the NW Noshing site debuts! There should be an unveiling party too!

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  219. Wow! A new site!! YIPPEE!! Everyday when I get on my computer, I always think to myself, “hmm, I wonder what Peabody is up to today?” I love your blog and I can’t wait for the new site!

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  221. Am I too late? Can I still enter?
    We moved home to the Seattle area a few years ago. It’s so good to be back. And yes, the food here is soooo good. I’m super excited about spring and all the fresh produce coming our way.

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  222. I am looking forward to the new blog! As much as I love baking, it will be great to try some new delicious NW inspired dishes!

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  223. I’m looking forward to a new blog from you, especially one about the Northwest as I also live in Washington state. Yay!

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  230. that food there looks so incredibly good… and i have always wanted to go to seattle! i can’t wait until your new blog!

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  232. i am so glad i found your blog. it is so lovely, the things you make! makes me wanna just jump up and head to the kitchen right away! 🙂

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  233. Good for you doing another blog. I love the Northwest area. I so want those clams, my number one favorite food. Does this mean we get double of your great photography?

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  234. Hi Peabody!

    We went to Seattle for a weekend earlier this month, and just adored the city…and the food, of course.

    Love your blog!
    ZT

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  236. Hey Peabody
    I’ve been a stalker for a while now but I wanted to congratulate you on the start of another blog! I’m sure it’ll be just as fabulous as this one which I probably check about twice every day.

    Your baking and sweets are always inspiring but I can’t wait to see the “real food” you eat 🙂

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  237. Yeah, so we were pushing BIG time to get stationed to Seattle. Like I had pie in the sky please oh please hopes. Dashed at the last minute. We found out we are going to Denver instead. I’m of course crushed cause it really was all about the food, heh
    And of course I’ll follow you right on over to the new blog~ can’t wait to have it rubbed in once a week…

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  240. oh wow .. i so cant wait to read your new blog! advance congratulatory note from me on the birth of your “new baby, Northwest Noshings” .. 🙂

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  241. Hi Peabody,
    Congrats on starting a new blog (you’re VERY ambitious – ha! ha!). I look forward to checking it out! I’ve never been anywhere in the Pacific Northwest (I live in Toronto), but I’d love to one day, and to be able to try some local items from there would be awesome. Thanks for the opportunity!
    BTW, your blog is fantastic and always drool worthy!!

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  242. Hi Peabody!
    I am a faithful lurker, and the prize package/excitement about northwest noshings drew me out! My Husby and i met, were engaged in, and honeymooned in Seattle, so the city is dear to us. Can’t wait to read about the food I long for (we live in MN – a little far to have Ivar’s shipped out).
    -anna <

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  243. Hi Peabody!

    I just started reading your blog and now I get to read another too! I can’t wait. I’ve always wanted to visit that corner of the world (I’m in NY).

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  244. Your blog was one of the major inspirations for me to make my own so I am SO excited that you are starting another one! Two wonderful blogs to check on now!

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  246. I would love to win this prize pack! My husband is allergic to shellfish…my two sons and I LOVE it, so everytime he goes out of town for work – we cook shellfish! I’d love some new recipes to try! It looks like this cookbook would do the trick! :o)

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  250. My husband and I started our married life together in Purdy and Bremerton, WA. We really miss the northwest because of the creativity and friendliness of its people.

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  253. There are few things in life I enjoy more than eating out at a restaurant. I don’t know if it’s the food or just the knowledge that I don’t have to clean up when I’m done… I’ve never been to the Northwest. Closest I’ve gotten is Wyoming, but I’m looking forward to your restaurant reviews/suggestions. That way if I ever do get a chance, I’ll know where to try when I get there.

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  257. Two blogs?!? You rock! I can’t wait to see the new one and by how many comments you’ve gotten, I’m not the only one:)

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  260. Can I just tell you how much more interesting our kitchen exploits have gotten since we’ve started reading food blogs like yours? My husband has just taken over, becoming a whiz in the kitchen. I’m trying to teach him how to share, now 😀

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  261. But I thought cakes and cookies and desserts WERE real food??? What a brave venture. You go girl!!!

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  264. Yay! Yours is one of my favorite food blogs (with incredible pictures, btw!) and now I’m excited to have the chance to read even more from you!

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