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The Bakery in Seattle's City Hall with Bethany Jean Clement

The Bakery in Seattle's City Hall with Bethany Jean Clement

This week host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement about which pastries to snag at bakery tucked inside of Seattle’s City Hall. Read more about this story from Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement: https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/this-gift-of-a-bakery-is-hidden-in-plain-sight-at-seattles-city-hall/ Discussed in this episode: "Activating" downtown with a bakery inside Seattle City Hall Conchas so good you don't even need coffee Bakery fails even the crows won't eat A pastry with cashew cream, poblanos, and corn that's way better than soup Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it. Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Give us a call at 206-543-8510 and leave a voicemail. You can also email us at seattleeats@kuow.org. Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our host and producer is Brandi Fullwood. Become a member today at kuow.org/eats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25min•Mar 26, 2026
Seattle's Most Exceptional Fries with Naomi Tomky

Seattle's Most Exceptional Fries with Naomi Tomky

This week host Brandi Fullwood spoke with Seattle Met’s Naomi Tomky about finding truly special and exceptional french fries in Seattle.
22min•Mar 19, 2026
Seattle's New Restaurants Worth the Hype with Tan Vinh

Seattle's New Restaurants Worth the Hype with Tan Vinh

This week, host Brandi Fullwood spoke to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about which new openings deserve the hype – and Tan makes his case for trying something new in this city.
25min•Mar 12, 2026
From Booming: Grocery sticker shock and the rise of the dollar-store dinner

From Booming: Grocery sticker shock and the rise of the dollar-store dinner

Creative hacks for putting food on the table now that your dollar doesn’t go as far as it used to.
23min•Mar 5, 2026
Wake up and smell the $12 coffee

Wake up and smell the $12 coffee

Seattle is a haven for coffee fans. And the price of that fandom just got a whole lot more expensive. Seattle Times writers discuss the skyrocketing price of jitter juice and share where to find some good-cheap coffee in the city.
17min•Feb 26, 2026
A guide to Bellevue's best Chinese food

A guide to Bellevue's best Chinese food

While Seattle food lovers flock to Richmond, BC, Bellevue has steadily become home to some of the Pacific Northwest’s most diverse and authentic Chinese food. Seattle Times food writer Tan highlights the regional specialties worth crossing the 520 bridge for.
12min•Feb 19, 2026
 I ate 300 items at the best Chinese supermarket

I ate 300 items at the best Chinese supermarket

From dim sum to fresh to made to order crepes, T&T Supermarket is a treasure trove of delicious food. Seattle Times food writer, Tan Vinh, tried 300 items and shares his favorites with KUOW producer Brandi Fullwood
23min•Feb 12, 2026
Four favorite cozy coffee spots...it's all about the couch

Four favorite cozy coffee spots...it's all about the couch

Seattle Times arts and economy reporter Margo Vansynghel joins Tan to share her favorite cozy coffee shops to grab a warm drink and read a good book.
19min•Feb 5, 2026
Bar hoppin' in Tacoma

Bar hoppin' in Tacoma

From kitchy tiki drinks to serious cocktails, Tacoma is a vibrant bar town. Tan Vinh talks with Tacoma News Tribune food writer Kristine Sherred about the favorite waterholes in Tacoma.
23min•Jan 29, 2026
Reprise: Lumen Field Food Guide for Seahawks Fans

Reprise: Lumen Field Food Guide for Seahawks Fans

Tan and KUOW producer Brandi Fullwood sample new menu items on offer during the Hawks season and pick the three best items to eat at a game.
14min•Jan 23, 2026
Three bites of Othello

Three bites of Othello

Seattle Times food writers discuss a hot food neighborhood in South Seattle. From a very hyped pizza to neighborhood staple ban xeo you’ll learn how to order like a local.
19min•Jan 22, 2026
Seattle (and Bothell’s) most anticipated restaurants of 2026

Seattle (and Bothell’s) most anticipated restaurants of 2026

Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh highlights the most anticipated restaurants of 2026 Plus, he gives tips on how to navigate the neverending list of new restaurants from the best ones.
21min•Jan 15, 2026
Live from Town Hall: A conversation with Kenji Lopez-Alt and Rachel Belle

Live from Town Hall: A conversation with Kenji Lopez-Alt and Rachel Belle

At a special live event at Town Hall Seattle, culinary luminaries J Kenji López-Alt and Rachel Belle talk about their favorite local places to grab a slice of pizza or bagel, have a date night or just hang out. And most important of all they discussed hot pot etiquette.
53min•Jan 8, 2026
Revisiting Seattle's udon scene

Revisiting Seattle's udon scene

Tan visits udon noodle house Azuki in Madison Valley to learn about how Chef Ryuji Miyata makes his noodles by hand. Later, Tan recommends some more casual and budget-friendly udon places.
19min•Dec 31, 2025
The best Costco wines of 2025

The best Costco wines of 2025

Seattle Times food critic, Tan Vinh is back with the best rated Costco wines of 2025 and he's got perfect pairings like smokehouse lamb and Stevie's Famous Pizza!
22min•Dec 18, 2025
Goodbye bacon jam, hello Meat Moot Mondays!

Goodbye bacon jam, hello Meat Moot Mondays!

Another round of closures hits the Seattle food scene. But when one door closes, the employees buy it to save it?? Seattle Times restaurant critic Tan Vinh shares his latest closing and three new spots that have the restaurant industry buzzing.
22min•Dec 11, 2025
What the heck is happening at Canlis?

What the heck is happening at Canlis?

Seattle Times food critics weigh in on their controversial review of Canlis, a beloved special occasion spot. Plus, they tell you where they’re seeing Seattle better celebrated on the plate.
19min•Dec 4, 2025
Our favorite happy hours have $10 pasta, 99¢ wings, and tons of oysters!

Our favorite happy hours have $10 pasta, 99¢ wings, and tons of oysters!

The holiday season is a great time to hit happy hour with co-workers, friends or out-of-town visitors. But where should you go? Tan and friends of Seattle Eats share their favorite happy hour spots.
7min•Nov 27, 2025
Bonus: Nothing says Thanksgiving like ham, lamb and more sides

Bonus: Nothing says Thanksgiving like ham, lamb and more sides

J. Kenji Lopez-Alt and Rachel Belle share their Thanksgiving dinner tips with Tan Vinh at the Seattle Eats live event from Town Hall Seattle.
19min•Nov 21, 2025
Seattle's Thanksgiving Teriyaki Turkey

Seattle's Thanksgiving Teriyaki Turkey

From Butterball memories to bourbon teriyaki masterpiece. A Seattle sushi chef reinvents Thanksgiving turkey in 30 minutes.
19min•Nov 20, 2025