With the Puget Sound at our doorstep, Bellevue is plugged into the Seattle seafood supply chain with daily access to fresh fish from the Pacific Northwest, imports from Japan, and some of the best distributors in the country. Between that access and the level of talent in Bellevue's kitchens, the…
Bellevue Berry Week is July 16-23,2025 By the time mid-July rolls around, most of the Pacific Northwest has gone feral for summer fruit. Farmer's Markets erupt in an explosion of berries, and my inbox gets alerts for U-Pick season at the local blueberry farms. And now, Bellevue is joining the party…
Don't let the shiny exterior fool you, Bellevue has strong agricultural roots. The city's wetlands feature exactly the kind of soil that blueberries like to live in: acidic, boggy peat mixed with sand. By the 1940s, blueberries had become Bellevue's dominant crop. As urbanization took over, the City…
This August, Bellevue becomes the stage for a dining experience unlike any other. Welcome to The Radiant Table—an immersive culinary journey where projection-mapped storytelling and chef-crafted dishes merge to create pure magic. Set within The Bellevue Collection’s Dining District, this event…
Bellevue's farmer's markets, produce stands, and farm stands are some of the best places to mingle with the locals and explore our regional foodways. You'll find fresh produce, tasty snacks, and fun creations from Washington's small farms, artisans, and small business entrepreneurs. They start…
There’s something magnetic about HBO’s White Lotus . The luxe settings, the poolside plotting, the Aperol spritzes. It’s a show built on escapism and on watching beautiful chaos unfold. People love to hate it, and maybe... that’s part of the charm. But if what you’re craving is the vibe without the…
"People who love to eat are always the best people." - Julia Child The people of Bellevue celebrate food with love and compassion, as an exploration of culture, community, and creativity. Between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish, Bellevueites have been creating an ecosystem that supports women in…
Lunch is quite the event in Bellevue, serving as a midday break that allows you to experience the city's dynamic food scene. Whether you’re grabbing a bite between meetings in downtown, enjoying a scenic lunch near Meydenbauer Bay, or exploring a hidden gem tucked into one of Bellevue’s vibrant…
2025 promises to be a year for foodies Bellevue's dining scene exploded in 2024, welcoming a wave of exciting new restaurants. From authentic global flavors to innovative concepts, there's something for every palate. Here's a glimpse into some of the city's most buzzworthy newcomers: New Upscale…
When the clock strikes 2:00 p.m., Bellevue begins to transform into a vibrant happy hour destination with a wide variety of happy hour and late night happy hour options. Whether you're a local or just visiting, the city offers a variety of swanky cocktail lounges, cool gastropubs, pour-it-yourself…
