
As the summer months roll in, there’s a dramatic transformation-Alki throws off California vibes. In the winter, this beach is cool and serene. Eat well and support a great cause!Īs you head north into the Emerald City, stop in West Seattle, driving north along the water and parking by Alki Beach ( 2665 Alki Ave SW) to wiggle your toes in the sand. Here, new arrivals to America share authentic foods from their homelands as they learn the ins and outs of operating a business in the United States.

At this modest cafe operated by the Food Innovation Network, you can choose from several different cuisines for lunch the selection changes regularly as this is an incubation project for immigrant businesses, but recent options have included Cambodian, Congolese, and Afghan fare.


If you’re coming from the airport, whether you’re driving or traveling by light rail (a great way to avoid high gas and parking prices), stop in Tukwila (the Duwamish word for hazelnuts, which grow wild in this area) and bring your appetite to Spice Bridge ( 14200 Tukwila International Blvd, Tukwila).
