Exploring Seattle

Brave little one about to burst.


Taikodrummers gave the ceremony that certain energy.

Blessed with the greatest weather so far in 2008 I got picked up american style by Robb and his son for the nicest Sunday ever! The tour of Seattle started with some city cruising, Robb showing me the different parts of town, and then heading for a place I've been wanting to visit for years. We were so fortunate to come the day the Japanese garden had a opening ceremony. Spring was just about to burst out and the tranquility of the place made me wonder why not all cities have a japanese garden.


After visiting the garden we drove to Woodinville, a town surrounded by wineries and supposedly the best (and hottest!) papaya salad around! Lunch was followed by another wish from my side, visiting a local winery. Robb chose Chateau Ste Michelle, a winery with so many awards I immediately stopped counting.

The surrounding we're peaceful and relaxing, and dare I say...felt very European.

I got a ride back in a timely manner to join up for dinner with the other international distributors at Hotel Ändra (yes, that would be Swedish for "change/alter"). The salmon was so fresh it could have just jumped out the sea onto my plate, perhaps making a stop over the grill. Faboulous.

A room with a view.

Last stop for the night was the Alibi Room in which I almost in my sleep enjoyed a really nice Whisky Sour. And that wraps up a perfect day in Seattle!