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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

I enjoyed a 4 course #vegan dinner at the Millennium Restaurant in Oakland, CA. I had a roasted watermelon salad, deep fried oyster mushrooms, rotini with baby spinach, and pear tart with raspberry glaze. Chef/Owner Eric Tucker always delivers an exceptional dining experience. #veganfood

Deep fried oyster mushrooms with cabbage slaw and orange sauce

Gluten free rotini in roasted butternut squash sauce and baby spinach

Pear tart with raspberry glaze and milk tea ice cream

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I stopped by Greens Restaurant in San Francisco for a one night only miso & mushroom 3 course menu. The 1st course was a heirloom tomato salad with chanterelle miso aioli. The 2nd course was stuffed onions with rice & vegan yogurt sauce. The entree was Maitake Mushroom & Tofu Satay. #veganfood

Grilled Maitake Mushroom & Tofu Satay with turmeric coconut rice and pickled jicama and tempeh sambal.

Koji preserved tomato stuffed onions with rice pilaf

A view of the sunset from Greens Restaurant in San Francisco.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

It was pasta night and I served gluten free Rotini noodles in a #vegan white sauce flavored with smoked mozzarella cheese. It was accompanied with young jackfruit, fresh green beans, carrots, sweet onions, and scallions. #veganfood #plantbased #glutenfree

Gluten free Rotini pasta in a vegan white sauce accompanied with braised jackfruit, green beans, carrots, and scallions. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I served #vegan Japchae tonight and I love the texture of the glass noodles made from sweet potato starch. I made this popular Korean dish with carrots, cabbage, onion, red pepper, shiitake mushrooms and marinated pan fried tofu. It was flavored with tamari, agave and sesame oil. #veganfood

Korean noodle dish with cabbage, carrots, onion, garlic, shiitake mushrooms, red pepper, scallions and tofu. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I served Beyond Burgers tonight and they turned out exceptionally well. The fixings included pickles, grilled sweet onion, home grown tomato, organic leafy green lettuce, and Violife smoked mozzarella cheese. It was served with a side oven roasted Yukon Gold homemade fries. #veganfood #plantbased

Beyond burger with pickle, leafy green lettuce, tomato, onions, onions and mozzarella cheese and a side of Yukon gold fries. #Plantbased #veganfood #vegan

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of #StarTrek, I went to see Wil Wheaton at Seattle Center as he reminisced about his time as Wesley Crusher on #TNG. Wil loved every moment of his time on the series and made lifelong friendships with the cast.

Wil Wheaton on stage in Seattle to celebrate 60 years of Star trek

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

While visiting friends in Vancouver, B. C., I stopped in The Burrow for #vegan Mexican food. I had roasted squash enchiladas with a side salad and rice with pinto beans. It was tasty and filling. #veganfood

Roasted squash enchiladas with salad and rice with beans.#vegan

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Anyways I had a marvelous tofu and veggie stir fry tonight at a gorgeous location on the Potomac River looking toward Virginia.

Veggie stir fry with tofu, eggplant, red pepper, mushrooms and onions with micro greens. #veganfood

View of Virginia from the National Harbor in Maryland.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

At the annual Night Out event in #Seattle, we shared food and conversations with our neighbors. I served kimchi fried rice and potato salad. The rice dish was a hit. We also had the fire department come by with a brand new fire truck. It’s an impressive piece of technology.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

While in Vancouver B.C. to watch World Cup matches at their Fanfest, I made a visit to Do Chay Restaurant at Kingsway and Knight for dinner. I ordered the #vegan prawn curry with eggplant and sweet potatoes over rice. It came with a side of pickled vegetables and salad. It was amazing! #veganfood

Vegan prawn with sweet potato and eggplant curry over rice with pickled vegetables. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

I enjoyed watching the #Mariners beat the #RedSox this weekend at T-Mobile Park in #Seattle with a fantastic start from Logan “Walter” Logan giving up only one run in 6+ innings. In the background, you can see Lumen Field which is hosting World Cup soccer games and the downtown skyline.

A view from T-Mobile Park in Seattle. In the background you can see downtown and Lumen Field. # Seattle

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

I’ve been enjoying homemade Kimchi Fried Rice. I include fresh ginger, garlic, sweet onions, cabbage, peas, Just Egg, and marinaded pan fried tofu. I add in a touch of sesame oil and tamari with plenty of chopped kimchi. It’s so good! #veganfood #vegan #plantbased

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

While attending the BTS concert in Vegas, I went to Crossroads for dinner. Founded by Chef Tal Ronnen, Crossroads serves superb #veganfood in a tastefully appointed and spacious setting. Diners can choose a la carte or prix fixe. It’s considered one of the top #vegan restaurants in the U.S.

Lasagna Bolognese with Impossible Ground Beef. #veganfood

Asparagus and Sugar Snap Peas and Radish with horseradish sabayon dressing. #veganfood

Market greens with red wine Dijon vinaigrette. #veganfood

Cucumber lime mint drink with agave nectar.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Sure as hell would drive one of those than this monstrosity. They're actually uglier IRL.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

I had a chance to join 70,000 of my friends to watch K-Pop super group BTS in Vegas at Allegiant Stadium. They came as advertised. Stellar singing, world class choreography, energetic dancing, dynamic light show, and pulsating music. Everyone left hoarse, deaf and tired. It was spectacular. #BTS

Super group BTS performance at Allegiant Stadium in Lad Vegas.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Tane Vegan Izakaya serves outstanding #plantbased Japanese cuisine. I dined at their Honolulu location recently and was impressed. We tried the Grilled Mushrooms, Poke Salad, the Pacifica Roll, and the Kailua Roll. The food was beautifully presented and the flavors were exquisite. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

I’m enjoying my Beyond Burger with a gluten free bun with a slice of smoked provolone cheese. Toppings include grilled sweet onions, beefsteak tomato, leafy red lettuce and sandwich pickles. Served with a side of russet fries roasted in an air fryer. #veganfood #plantbased #vegan

Plant based burger with homemade fries #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

The award winning Millennium Restaurant in Oakland will close permanently on May 23 after a 32 year run serving innovative #vegan cuisine in a fine dining setting. I enjoyed one final prix fixe meal last week and look forward to seeing Chef Eric Tucker’s next venture. #veganfood #plantbased

Crusted Maitake Mushrooms with kale, scarlet runner beans, creamy grits and chili caper oil. #veganfood

Tapioca coconut pudding with orange sorbet #veganfood

Grilled asparagus with black bean sauce #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

I’ve been craving Indian food and decided to make Aloo Gobi. I roast the potatoes and cauliflower to bring out the flavor and use a mild curry with coriander, cumin, and turmeric as a spice mix. I use plenty of onion, garlic and fresh ginger. This is served over basmati rice. #veganfood #vegan

Aloo Gobi dish served over Basmati Rice #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I could eat pasta every day. I served a gluten free rotini with a smoked provolone vegan white sauce. The dish included plant based chicken strips, zucchini, julienne carrots, sweet onion, and scallions. It was topped with pan seared asparagus. #veganfood

Rotini in vegan white sauce with zucchini, plant based chicken, carrots, asparagus and scallions. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

I’m attending a conference in Milwaukee Wisconsin for environmentally and socially responsible business hosted by B Lab. To further their sustainability goals, they arrange for #vegan meals. This is what it looks like to align your values with your vision for a more sustainable world. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

I had a delay at SeaTac airport and had a chance to try the #vegan pho at Bambuza in the North Terminal (N11). It was delicious with a tasty broth and a nice assortment of veggies and deep fried tofu. I believe they first started in Portland. Highly recommend. #veganfood

Vegan pho with broccoli, carrots, onions, scallions, bean sprouts, basil, jalapeño peppers, , and tofu.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Vancouver B. C. serves innovative #vegan food. One of my favorite places is Do Chay serving an all plant based menu. This pho features a spectacular broth and comes with mushrooms, yuba, daikon radish, pea vines, avocado, and bean sprouts. Consistently delicious. #veganfood

Vegan pho with avocado, bean curd skin, daikon radish, mushrooms, pea vines, and bean sprouts.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

I was in the mood for banana bread since we had some extra ripe bananas in the house. This loaf is vegan and gluten free. It has raisins and shredded coconut. It is sweetened with xylitol. For the liquid, I used coconut milk. For the fat, I used avocado oil. It turned out great! #veganfood

Vegan and gluten free banana bread with raisins and shredded coconut. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

At Washington DCA airport and saw a poster promoting their plant based dining options. Fortunately I found great vegan Futo Maki and Hibachi Style Veggies at Matsutake Sushi. The dishes were excellent and the service was very gracious. #veganfood

Veggie Stir Fry Hibachi style. #veganfood

Sign at Washington DCA airport promoting plant based dining options. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

A loud and boisterous crowd to celebrate the #Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl Champions at Lumen Field. #Seahawks #12s

Crowd at Lumen Field to celebrate the Super Bowl Champions Seattle Seahawks. #Seahawks

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Serving Beyond Meat burgers for Super Bowl Sunday and cheering for my hometown #Seahawks. Can’t wait for the big game and our tasty #vegan menu. #veganfood

Beyond Meat Burger with all the fixings and air fryer roasted russet potato fries. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

I enjoyed a hearty and healthy Sunday Brunch at #plantbased Crossroads Restaurant in Las Vegas. The food was exceptional, the atmosphere was relaxing and the service highly attentive. If pleasure or business brings you to Vegas, give them a try at Resorts World on the strip. #veganfood

Vegan brunch with salad and fruit. #veganfood

Vegan brunch with scrambled eggs, roasted potatoes, bacon, Spanish rice and black bean tamales. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

We hosted a group of 20 for XMAS dinner. We served lentil pecan loaf, green beans casserole, roasted diced root veggies, mashed sweet potatoes with fresh pineapple, garlicky Brussels sprouts, Delicata squash, kale salad, mushroom gravy, cranberry jelly and a coconut cream pie. #veganfood #plantbased

Mashed sweet potatoes with fresh pineapple

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Mike Luckovich is an editorial cartoonist who has worked for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution since 1989. He is the 2005 winner of the Reuben, the National Cartoonists Society's top award for cartoonist of the year, and is the recipient of two Pulitzer Prizes. His holiday season cartoon is on point.

Donald Trump sitting on the lap of Santa Claus and telling Santa that he needs to pay the United States $1 Billion dollars for use of American airspace when he makes his rounds on Christmas Eve.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

A friend came over for dinner who we have not seen for many years. We served a three course #vegan meal with a Caesar salad, Lions mane steak strips and an apple crisp dessert with oat cream topping. #veganfood

Lions Mane steak served with polenta topped with a roasted red pepper sauce and braised broccolini. #veganfood

Caesar salad with avocado, San marzano tomatoes, julienne carrot, and nori. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

I appreciate all the first responders helping with evacuations throughout #Washington State as communities deal with historic levels of flooding as a result of intense rainfall from an atmospheric river. Major rivers will crest today. Governor Bob Ferguson has declared a state of emergency. #Floods

Historic levels of flooding in Washington State. Photo courtesy of Seattle Times.

Flooding of a residential district in Washington State. Photo courtesy of Seattle Times.

A car abandoned on a flooded road in Washington State. Photo courtesy of Seattle Times.

A resident and her pets being rescued by first responders after a historic flood in Washington State. Photo courtesy of Seattle Times.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

I served a #vegan Thanksgiving dinner for family and friends. We had Gardein Turk’y Roast, green bean casserole, garlicky Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes with mushroom gravy, corn bread stuffing, diced root vegetables, & cranberry sauce. We’re serving a pumpkin pie with oat cream.#veganfood.

A Thanksgiving dinner with plant based turkey, stuffing, green bean casserole, roasted brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, fresh cranberry sauce and mushroom gravy. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

I enjoyed a fireside chat with Melinda French Gates & Malala Yousafza earlier this week. Malala was in #Seattle to conclude her N. A. book tour to support the publication of her newest book. Finding My Way is a story of friendship and first love and of anxiety and self-discovery. She was delightful!

Malala Yousafzai and Melinda French Gates on stage at the Moore Theater. #Seattle

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

A hugely shoutout to #Seattle area residents for coming out in force to declare that we don’t bow down to Kings or Autocrats or Fascists. This crowd was larger than No Kings 1.0. #NoKings #NoKingsDay This is what democracy looks like. ✊🏾

A No Kings rally and march to Downtown Seattle. #NoKings

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Making a big batch of #vegan rice cake noodles with enoki mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, onions, garlic and scallions to help fortify me as I cheer on the #Mariners as they take on the Tigers to move onto the America League Championship Series. #SeattleMariners #TridentsUp 🔱 Seattle 🏟️⚾️🧢

A dish of stir fried rice cake noodles with enoki mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, onions and carrots. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

I’m in Seattle and it amazes me every time I visit I discover new shops. What makes it even more impressive is that it is now connected to the waterfront through the stunning Overlook Park.

A view of the Waterfront in Seattle from Overlook Park.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Usually I make #vegan brunch on Sunday. I thought I would change it up a bit as I was eager to try #plantbased chicken from JUST Meat. I think it’s a great product with nice flavor and texture. I served it with a JUST egg scramble and a side of roasted sweet potato fries. #veganfood

#vegan brunch with scrambled egg, chicken strips, sweet potato fries, tomatoes and a strawberry

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

I live in Washington State and all residents six months and older can receive an updated COVID 19 vaccination directly from a clinic and pharmacy. I went to my local pharmacy at Safeway and it took only a few minutes for me to get both my flu and COVID shot. 💪🏾💉

A picture of a man showing his arm with two bandages after receiving a Covid and flu vaccination.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Yesterday temperatures reached a high of 88F (31C) here in Seattle. To enjoy this burst of heat, I served #plantbased Beyond Burgers with a side of air fryer roasted fries. I topped the patty with tomatoes and lettuce from the garden, pickles, grilled onions and provolone cheese. #veganfood

A #plantbased burger with tomato lettuce onions and pickles served with fries and gluten free bun. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Sunday is my preferred day for making risotto. I use plenty of minced garlic, shallots, leeks and sweet onion for the aromatics. I chose a Gewurztraminer to add complexity. I used a #vegan smoked provolone cheese for depth. It’s topped with artichokes, broccoli and lions mane mushroom. #veganfood

#vegan risotto with broccolini, lions mane mushroom and artichokes. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

I enjoy growing fruits and vegetables in my yard as the flavor is unmatched. I grew the “Goliath” variety of tomatoes this year and we’re getting a bumper crop due to optimal growing conditions. From only three plants, I am guessing that I’ll harvest about 30 lbs of fruit!

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

I love #vegan pho but it can tricky to find in a traditional Vietnamese restaurant. In Vancouver B.C., that is not the case. I visited Viet Family based on glowing reviews. Their pho came with tofu, mushrooms, carrot, broccoli, baby corn, and 8 hour broth. It was amazing 9.5/10 good. #veganfood

#vegan pho dish with broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, baby corn, bok choy and green onions. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

I’m visiting a community center in Vancouver, B.C. and I needed a bio break. I found the restroom facilities and I saw this welcoming and affirming signage on the door. A sign of a civilized society. Trans rights are human rights. #LGBTQ+ 🌈

A sign on a restroom door that says Universal Washroom with additional text that says “Trans People Welcome”.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

While visiting Vancouver, B.C., I was excited to try Do Chay - a relatively new #vegan Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of the city. We tried the Bahn Xeo Crepe, Prawn Curry, and Pho. The flavors are exquisite and the service was fast and friendly. dochay.ca #veganfood

#vegan pho with yuba, pea vines, mushrooms, broccoli, daikon radish and sprouts.

#vegan turmeric rice flour crepe with plant-based prawns, jicama, mushroom, and bean sprouts

#vegan prawn curry with tofu, eggplant, carrot, and sweet potato

Interior of Do Chat restaurant serving #vegan Vietnamese cuisine.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Greg Dworkin @demfromct.bsky.social writes for the website @dailykos.com and he shows an image that he compiled courtesy of the amazing social media team at Gavin Newsom @governor.ca.gov office. MAGA world is having a complete meltdown. Thank you for your attention to this matter! 😇

Screen shots from the office of Governor Newsom.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

I made a #vegan risotto for dinner. I used plenty of onion, garlic & leek as the aromatics. I used a Not Chicken broth from Better Than Bouillon. For added flavor, I used smoked provolone cheese from Violife. It’s topped with sliced artichokes, lions mane mushroom & broccolini. #veganfood

Risotto with broccolini, lions mane mushroom and artichokes. #veganfood

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

For dinner last night, I served a #vegan macaroni and cheese dish using mature cheddar from Violife Foods. I topped it with blanched broccoli from the garden and roasted lions mane mushroom pieces. The flavors and textures were well received. #plantbased #veganfood

Macaroni in aged #vegan cheddar cheese sauce with broccoli from the garden and roasted lions mane mushroom pieces.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

King County election officials expect a 35% voter turnout in a primary election to select candidates for #Seattle Mayor and King County Executive. Only 8% of voters 18-24 have voted but there is still time today to do so by mail or at neighborhood drop box. Make your voice heard. #democracy

An election ballot being placed in a drop box for the King County primary elections.

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Seattle Chef 🍁 🇨🇦 @seattlechef.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

If you’re visiting Honolulu in Oahu, it’s worth a trip to the magnificent Byodo-in Temple. The temple is stunning and the backdrop is lush. Buy some feed in the gift shop to feed the koi fish and birds. The birds will eat the food out of your hands!!! #Hawaii #Buddhist #Paradise

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