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Beach Cat announces second location on Bellingham waterfront

Birch Bay-based brewery plans to welcome customers in 2025

Jan. 13, 2025 3:51 p.m.

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What to drink during Dry January

Ideas from Bellingham’s non-alcoholic bottle shop, plus other local options

Jan. 8, 2025 9:00 p.m.

Best bottles of bubbly for your holiday table that won’t break the bank

Katie Bechkowiak's sparkling wine picks for December 2024

Dec. 17, 2024 9:00 p.m.

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12 regional breweries recognized at 2024 Washington Beer Awards

Larrabee Lager Co. named Small Brewery of the Year

Nov. 7, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Four questions for Keith Johnsen, Bellingham wine importer

Daqopa Brands and Elevens Imports founder hand-selects wines for businesses

Oct. 17, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Laid-back natural wine bar to open on State Street this summer

Starla’s makes ‘adventurous’ wines feel accessible

Aug. 17, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Blaine vineyard embraces the potential of Puget Sound’s wine country

Just 1% of grapes are grown west of the Cascades — and Van Vino uses them to their fullest

Aug. 15, 2024 10:00 p.m.

How Larrabee Lager Co. became a community hub for North Bellingham

One year after opening, brewer Sam Milne reflects on ‘third places,' shifts away from IPAs

Aug. 8, 2024 10:00 p.m.

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Where to find Bellingham’s best boozy slushies this summer

Beer smoothies, wine slushies, frozen margaritas and more

July 24, 2024 10:00 p.m.

In search of the summer’s best rosé selection

For affordable, well-curated bottles, head to Mount Vernon

July 18, 2024 10:42 a.m.

Local cruises pair beer with views of Bellingham Bay

San Juan Cruises and Schooner Zodiac offer beer-centric outings all summer long

July 11, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Best wines to pair with seafood this summer

Whites, a rose, and an orange will complement the salty brine of ocean entrees

June 21, 2024 10:00 p.m.