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At Greenbaum Home Furnishings, we understand what it means to be “di� erent by design.” A good-looking home doesn’t happen by accident. For 52

years, Greenbaum Home Furnishings’ in-house interior designers have been a treasured resource for people seeking to make their house feel like a home.

“We have an extremely knowledgeable, professionally trained sales and design team,” said Jon Greenbaum, one-third of the brother/sister team that are continuing the family tradition of home furnishings. � eir father started Ken’s Suburban Furniture in 1959, which in 1993 became Greenbaum Home Furnishings.

Greenbaums’ sales sta� has been with the store for an average of 18 years and developed long-term relationships with their clients. � e combination of a seasoned sta� and a 40,000-square-foot showroom creates a one-stop shop for customers and can signi� cantly ease the process of working with an interior designer. “We listen, we ask lots of questions,” Greenbaum said of the design process. Greenbaum designers typically meet with clients three or four times, which may include a visit to the home. In the process, they learn what customers want to keep of their current furniture and what new items will � t their lifestyle and budget. � en the designer will present suggestions for furniture, accessories, fabrics, and � nishes as solutions for their design project. Customers can then re� ne their selection and initiate the project.

Greenbaum Home Furnishings o� ers complimentary in-store interior design services. � eir designers can assist people to stay within their budget and help them work through the process to better “see” what the

� nished product will look like. A plus for customers is that Greenbaum designers have access to more than 75 manufacturers. � e store also has a huge selection of catalogs; “just because something isn’t in the store, doesn’t mean it’s not available,” Greenbaum said. Changing styles, � nishes, and fabrics can make the possibilities endless. To keep the situation from becoming overwhelming, designers take the time to learn what is important to the customer and help pick items and furniture to bring their ideas and dreams alive.

In addition, Greenbaum Home Furnishings has a full line of accessories including lamps, pictures, plants and mirrors and o� ers window treatments, wallpaper, carpet, hardwood � ooring and handmade rugs to complete a project. As a result, over 70 percent of the store’s sales involve special orders. “Our goal is that our sta� makes it less intimidating,” Greenbaum said. It must work as most clients continue to work year a� er year with their original designer. Furniture is “an emotional purchase,” Greenbaum said, and plays an integral part in peoples’ homes. Customers also turn to

Greenbaum for furnishing vacation homes or when they decide to downsize.

Greenbaum Home Furnishings invites people to spend as much time in the store as they like, in order to get a feel for the furniture. � ere is even an area just for kids to keep them happy and occupied. � ey o� er Starbucks co� ee and fresh baked cookies.

For 52 years, Greenbaum Home Furnishings has been an important part of peoples’ lives. “In this day and age, to have that kind of lifespan is an exception,” Greenbaum said.

Ayears, Greenbaum Home Furnishings’ in-house interior designers have been a treasured resource for people seeking to make their house feel like a home.

“We have an extremely knowledgeable, professionally trained sales and design team,” said Jon Greenbaum, one-third of the brother/sister team that are continuing the family tradition of home furnishings. � eir father started Ken’s Suburban Furniture in 1959, which in 1993 became Greenbaum Home Furnishings.

Greenbaums’ sales sta� has been with the store for an average of 18 years and developed long-term relationships with their clients. � e combination of a seasoned sta� and a 40,000-square-foot showroom creates a one-stop shop for customers and can signi� cantly ease the process of working with an interior designer. “We listen, we ask lots of questions,” Greenbaum said of the design process. Greenbaum designers typically meet with clients three or four times, which may include a visit to the home. In the process, they learn what customers want to keep of their current furniture and what new items will � t their lifestyle and budget. � en the designer will present suggestions for furniture, accessories, fabrics, and � nishes as solutions for their design project. Customers can then re� ne their selection and initiate the project.

Greenbaum Home Furnishings o� ers complimentary in-store interior design services. � eir designers can assist people to stay within their budget and help them work through the process to better “see” what the

How to select your home furnishings

the family tradition of home furnishings.

Furniture in 1959, which in 1993 became

questions,” Greenbaum said of the design

items and furniture to bring their ideas and dreams alive.

In addition, Greenbaum Home Furnishings has a full line of accessories including lamps, pictures, plants and mirrors and o� ers window treatments, wallpaper, carpet, hardwood � ooring and handmade rugs to complete a project. As a result, over 70 percent of the store’s sales involve special orders. “Our goal is that our sta� makes it less intimidating,” Greenbaum said. It must work as most clients continue to work year a� er year with their original designer. Furniture is “an emotional purchase,” Greenbaum said, and plays an integral part in peoples’ homes. Customers also turn to

“Furniture is ‘an emotional purchase’ and

plays an integral part in peoples’

homes.” – Jon Greenbaum

Greenbaum’s 40,000-square-foot showroom creates a one-stop shop for customers.5tipsDo your homework (gather information, take measurements, save style ideas).

Communicate your expectations clearly.

Determine a budget and time frame.

Ask questions, clarify details.

Have fun.

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Discount Tile Outlet, aims to be the guide in � nding the right materials for a successful remodel. � ey want to help customers ful� ll their vision. But that

can’t happen unless the customer knows the ultimate outcome they want.

“Research; go online and � gure out the style and look you like,” said Dana Wolk, one of the founders of the store. “We can help select the tile; and we can � nd something that works with everything. It’s important to have a vision.”

Learning the size and dimension of the room is important as well. It will help decide the types of � xtures and features that best frame the area. � ings like lighting are secondary, but can add a lot to the look. Cabinets and tile should be the focal point, as they will be the permanent � xtures, and the identity of the room.

Su� cient research can lead to savings for the customer. Glass and other materials can be obtained inexpensively, but appear to be very high-end. Wolk said they can get glass for about 50 percent of the cost of their competitors. It provides a versatility because a piece of glass can be cut and used in several di� erent ways throughout a room.

Wolk said a customer can get out of the store with all the materials needed for a “very sexy bathroom” for between $800 and $1,800, before installation costs. (Where the price goes up comes in the granite counter tops and other such expenses).

But what people want right now is savings. “� is day and age people are looking for budget value, and we have a lot of those resources already,” Wolk said.

Preferred styles are changing as well. Wolk said previous years he saw customers looking for lots of matching components. He recommends going for a more contrasting look, mixing di� erent colors, styles and textures.

“� ey’re using more elements and di� erent sizes and textures than they used to,” Wolk said. “Each piece is a layer of texture. We are good at putting those packages together for people.”

Dcan’t happen unless the customer knows the ultimate outcome they want.

“Research; go online and � gure out the style and look you like,” said Dana Wolk, one of the founders of the store. “We can help select the tile; and we can � nd something that works with everything. It’s important to have a vision.”

Learning the size and dimension of the room is important as well. It will help decide the types of � xtures and features that best frame the area. � ings like lighting are secondary, but can add a lot to the look. Cabinets and tile should be the focal point, as they will be the permanent � xtures, and the identity of the room.

Su� cient research can lead to savings for the customer. Glass and other materials can be obtained inexpensively, but appear to be very high-end. Wolk said they can get glass for about 50 percent of the cost of their competitors. It provides a versatility because a piece of glass can be cut and used in several di� erent ways throughout a room.

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Remodeling a kitchen or bathroom can be high-stress, high-cost, but it doesn’t have to be.

Dana Wolk, Laird Laabs, Blake Laabs

Do good research. Before stepping into a store, it’s important to � gure out the style you are looking for in your remodel. What types of wood will be used for the cabinet, what kinds of lighting � xtures, etc.

Savings can be achieved. Glass in particular is getting less expensive to obtain. It looks high end, but costs less. The origin doesn’t matter. Don’t pay more no matter where it’s from.

Some things are worth the money. Tile for example, is one of the most recognizable pieces of a remodel, and if a $1 difference per foot will make the room that much better; it’s worth the money.

Mix up materials. Tiles of different sizes, in combination with various types of glass can really add to the style of the room.

A relaxing � nish. The goal of a kitchen or bathroom remodel is to create something you want to come home to. It is important to carry a vision from beginning to end of the project.

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style and look you like,” said Dana Wolk,

Su� cient research can lead to savings for

But what people want right now is savings. “� is day and age people are looking for budget value, and we have a lot of those resources already,” Wolk said.

Preferred styles are changing as well. Wolk said previous years he saw customers looking for lots of matching components. He recommends going for a more contrasting look, mixing di� erent colors, styles and textures.

“� ey’re using more elements and di� erent sizes and textures than they used to,” Wolk said. “Each piece is a layer of texture. We are good at putting those packages together for people.”

“We can help select the tile;

and we can � nd something that works with

everything.It’s important to have a vision.”

– Dana Wolk

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Summer is upon you and the stress of planning and executing a “summer vacation” is weighing heavy. Where will you go , what will you do when you

get there and how to be away from work without things crashing down around you while you are away. In this fast paced world we operate in the options are endless and within reach. Society almost dictates those with the means load the family on an airplane and go somewhere “exotic” or at least distant for a summer holiday. Is that what your family did when you were a child? � e key to unlocking the time portal to your childhood is simple… Simplify!

One of the many bene� ts of living in the Paci� c Northwest, speci� cally Western Washington is that within a 200 mile radius there exists 5 geographical regions each with it’s own microclimate. Seasonally you have options that range from desert heat to mountain snow but the year round constant that is always there for your enjoyment is the ocean. When the chill of winter sets in, the mighty Paci� c keeps coastal temperatures mild and as the I-5 corridor hits triple digits in the summer that same body of water holds things at the beach to a wonderful 70-85 range.

� ere is a magical transformation that takes place when you feel sand between your toes. � e scent and sounds of the sea are capable of taking you back in time and place when life was simpler and happiness was a matter of tugging a kite higher into blues skies or playing hide and seek in the dune grass. Time at the beach is best spent “unscheduled” and in this relaxed atmosphere it’s possible to truly unwind.

� e � rst thing that is “simple” about the coastal community of Westport is getting there. From Olympia head west to Aberdeen then travel the short distance

around the south side of Grays Harbor to Westport. It’s actually a few miles shorter than getting to Ocean Shores and you bypass the downtown tra� c lights of Aberdeen and Hoquiam. Westport is the closest ocean beach to most people in Western Washington. Conveniently simple!

Another easy going aspect of a summer vacation in Westport is the attire. Beach Casual gets you anywhere and everywhere so you don’t need to pack a caravan

of suitcases. It is the coast so you want enough layers to be comfortable in a range of weather conditions but other than that you can leave anything fancy or formal at home. Simply minimal!

And then there is the accommodations. Due to it’s � shing history Westport has ample family operated motels that are clean and a� ordable. In recent years there have been new waterfront homes and condominiums built and many are now o� ered as vacation rentals. � e homes at Cohasset Beach and � e Point at Westport Harbor o� er stunning beauty and luxury that one may not expect in

this small town setting. Gourmet kitchens and high end � nishes sit dramatically on the edge of the shore just waiting for your � ip � ops to grace their doorstep. Westport by the Sea o� ers true oceanfront rentals with wonderful ameneties like pool, hot tub, sport court, putting green, playground and � tness center. All of that just a few steps across the dune from miles of uncrowded sandy beach where vehicles are not allowed most of the year. Simply breathtaking! (www.westportbeachescapes.com)

So this year, instead of shu� ing o� to the airport for a marathon vacation why not ease on down to the coast to Westport for some fresh air, fresh seafood and a fresh outlook on life? You will � nd it simply wonderful.

Sget there and how to be away from work without things crashing down around you while you are away. In this fast paced world we operate in the options are endless and within reach. Society almost dictates those with the means load the family on an airplane and go somewhere “exotic” or at least distant for a summer holiday. Is that what your family did when you were a child? � e key to unlocking the time portal to your childhood is simple… Simplify!

One of the many bene� ts of living in the Paci� c Northwest, speci� cally Western Washington is that within a 200 mile radius there exists 5 geographical regions each with it’s own microclimate. Seasonally you have options that range from desert heat to mountain snow but the year round constant that is always there for your enjoyment is the ocean. When the chill of winter sets in, the mighty Paci� c keeps coastal temperatures mild and as the I-5 corridor hits triple digits in the summer that same body of water holds things at the beach to a wonderful 70-85 range.

� ere is a magical transformation that takes place when you feel sand between your toes. � e scent and sounds of the sea are capable of taking you back in time and place when life was simpler and happiness was a matter of tugging a kite higher into blues skies or playing hide and seek in the dune grass. Time at the beach is best spent “unscheduled” and in this relaxed atmosphere it’s possible to truly unwind.

� e � rst thing that is “simple” about the coastal community of Westport is getting there. From Olympia head west to Aberdeen then travel the short distance

How to make summer vacation simply enjoyable

what your family did when you were a child? � e key

Western Washington is that within a 200

regions each with it’s own microclimate.

corridor hits triple digits in the summer

and everywhere so you don’t need to pack a caravan of suitcases. It is the coast so you want enough layers to be comfortable in a range of weather conditions but other than that you can leave anything fancy or formal at home. Simply minimal!

And then there is the accommodations. Due to it’s � shing history Westport has ample family operated motels that are clean and a� ordable. In recent years there have been new waterfront homes and condominiums built and many are now o� ered as vacation rentals. � e homes at Cohasset Beach and � e Point at Westport Harbor o� er stunning beauty and luxury that one may not expect in

“We look forward to sharing the

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you soon!” Mike & Liz

Westport Beach Escapes

Keep it Fresh - Pick up some fresh seafood at the marina. One favorite, fresh Albacore Tuna marinated in white wine, lime & cilantro. Simply healthy!

Park the Car - In Westport you can walk or bike to the beach, marina shops, restaurants, boardwalk or 2.5 mile paved waterfront path. Simply leisurely!

Layered Look - Bring clothes that allow you to add or subtract as the coastal weather changes beautifully before your eyes. Simply refreshing!

Rediscover Youth - Rent some gear & take a sur� ng lesson. You may discover a bond with the ocean that you didn’t know existed. Simply life changing!

More Amore - Don’t underestimate a stroll on the beach hand in hand. It’s powerful stuff! Add a sunset & a bottle of local wine and viola! Simply romantic.

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The time has come. You or a loved one has experienced more and more di� culty with everyday activities such as bathing, dressing,

moving around the home, or running errands. Perhaps safety is a concern, transportation is an issue, or the needs are greater than your family or friends are able to provide. Whatever the situation, you or a loved one has made the di� cult decision to leave home to move into an assisted living facility. But how does one choose?

First, exactly what is an assisted living facility?

Assisted Living is an intermediate level of care between independent living and a nursing home. It serves as an option for seniors who want or need help with the activities of daily living while still maintaining a sense of privacy and independence. Assisted living o� ers a rather unique mix of security, companionship, care and services.

A quality facility will develop a personalized plan to meet the resident’s special needs and accommodate any disabilities.

� e social aspect of assisted living is an important part of the services o� ered. Good facilities o� er a wide range of social and recreational activities, both within the facility and in the neighboring community. Additionally, the community-oriented environment gives one the opportunity to develop new friendships which is vital to both health and happiness.

• Services at a typical assisted living facility include:

• Th ree meals a day served in a common dining room

• Assistance with eating, bathing, dressing, using the bathroom, and walking

• Housekeeping

• Transportation

• Access to health and medical services

• Security

• Emergency call systems in each resident’s area

• Exercise and wellness programs

• Medication management

• Laundry services

• Social and recreational activities

• Staff to help with scheduled needs as well as unexpected issues

When starting your search for the ‘perfect � t’, remember there is a wide range of assisted living facilities. � is can be daunting, but it also means that you will probably be able to � nd just the place that is perfectly suited to your preferences and needs. Don’t allow all the various options to overwhelm or confuse. � e most

important factor is that the facility feels friendly, safe, and comfortable to you.

Some facilities may have great surface appeal: exquisite furnishings, gourmet meals, beautifully landscaped grounds. Some may be older buildings, but have a staff that is friendly, supportive and caring. � e bottom line is you must � nd the facility where you or your loved one will feel most at home.

Tmoving around the home, or running errands. Perhaps safety is a concern, transportation is an issue, or the needs are greater than your family or friends are able to provide. Whatever the situation, you or a loved one has made the di� cult decision to leave home to move into an assisted living facility. But how does one choose?

First, exactly what is an assisted living facility?

Assisted Living is an intermediate level of care between independent living and a nursing home. It serves as an option for seniors who want or need help with the activities of daily living while still maintaining a sense of privacy and independence. Assisted living o� ers a rather unique mix of security, companionship, care and services.

A quality facility will develop a personalized plan to meet the resident’s special needs and accommodate any disabilities.

� e social aspect of assisted living is an important part of the services o� ered. Good facilities o� er a wide range of social and recreational activities, both within the facility and in the neighboring community. Additionally, the community-oriented environment gives one the opportunity to develop new friendships which is vital to both health and happiness.

• Services at a typical assisted living facility include:

• Th ree meals a day served in a common dining room

How to Choose an Assisted Living Facility

Does the facility offer activities in which you are interested? Are there hobbies or activities on site that appeal to you? Is transportation available to outside activities?

Is the food appealing to you? Is the food nutritious and appetizing? Does the menu offer options?

Does the facility feel comfortable to you? Do you prefer a larger, bustling place with many activities and lots of residents or a smaller, cozier environment that is more family oriented?

Does the facility offer a continuance of care? Does the community offer a high level of care? Are the af� liated with an outpatient clinic, home health agency or skilled nursing facility?

Observe the staff of a facility. Do they take time to speak with you or do they appear rushed? Do they appear genuinely interested in you or your loved one? Do they interact warmly with current residents? Do they seem to know the current residents names and personalities?

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while still maintaining a sense of privacy

• Emergency call systems in each resident’s area

• Exercise and wellness programs

• Medication management

• Laundry services

• Social and recreational activities

• Staff to help with scheduled needs as well as unexpected issues

When starting your search for the ‘perfect � t’, remember there is a wide range of assisted living facilities. � is can be daunting, but it also means that you will probably be able to � nd just the place that is perfectly suited to your preferences and needs. Don’t allow all the various options to overwhelm or confuse. � e most

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Forty-three years ago, John Dick’s father gained the trust of countless customers who � ocked to the old-fashioned neighborhood butcher shop on Bel-

Red Road for superior meats and friendly service. Today, as a second-generation owner of the shop, Dick serves many of those customers’ children and grandchildren.

� at’s one thing that can’t be found at the meat section of a supermarket–the expertise of a butcher whose father taught him how to make sausage and pepperoni when he was only 10-years-old. When Dick was a boy, weekends were spent, � rst having breakfast at IHOP with his dad, then helping him out in the butcher shop, then going home with his mom–whose homemade recipes, such as “Mama Norma’s Maui Sauce,” are also sold in the store.

Another thing that can’t be beat at a butcher shop is the unparalleled customer service. If Dick doesn’t have it, and a customer needs it, he gets it. And that includes meats as exotic as ground ostrich. Hunters can also bring in their game and have it prepared in-house.

Finally, the careful attention paid to each and every meat, all of which is U.S. grown, cannot be matched by a big store.

“It’s just like when you think about buying a nice piece of � sh,” Dick says. “You don’t go to the store, you go to the � sh market.”

Aside from proud cra� smanship and seasoned expertise, customers can’t resist the charm of the shop. It has a character of its own – a classic rock n’ roll character. Beatles and John Lennon fans will � nd themselves at home here, with posters and memorabilia of the legendary singers that adorn the walls and the “Imagine Peace” button, a gi� from Yoko Ono herself, that Dick

wears on his apron.

But with “Pleased to meat you, and meat to please you,” as a motto, it’s hard not to feel welcome in the shop – even for non-Beatles fans. And that’s only one quirky phrase one will hear from Dick. With a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye, Dick says he’ll even eat raw hamburger meat from his shop because “he knows where it comes from” (it’s true, he really will eat it).

All of Dick’s meats are purchased from Nebraska, from a slaughterhouse chosen for it’s humane practices, a necessity for Dick, who put in countless research before choosing his supplier. His beef is also all grass-fed. All steers or beef cattle

are, until a certain point when they need to be given corn to help them produce the marbling and fat necessary for great � avor, Dick said.

In terms of beef for summer barbecuing, Dick recommends their hamburger patties. Other things to try would be the maui ribs which go with Mama Norma’s sauce, stu� ed pork chop with homemade stu� ng, any of their sausage links, such as Italian sausage made with wine and garlic, and even a whole pig for a feast.

FRed Road for superior meats and friendly service. Today, as a second-generation owner of the shop, Dick serves many of those customers’ children and grandchildren.

� at’s one thing that can’t be found at the meat section of a supermarket–the expertise of a butcher whose father taught him how to make sausage and pepperoni when he was only 10-years-old. When Dick was a boy, weekends were spent, � rst having breakfast at IHOP with his dad, then helping him out in the butcher shop, then going home with his mom–whose homemade recipes, such as “Mama Norma’s Maui Sauce,” are also sold in the store.

Another thing that can’t be beat at a butcher shop is the unparalleled customer service. If Dick doesn’t have it, and a customer needs it, he gets it. And that includes meats as exotic as ground ostrich. Hunters can also bring in their game and have it prepared in-house.

Finally, the careful attention paid to each and every meat, all of which is U.S. grown, cannot be matched by a big store.

“It’s just like when you think about buying a nice piece of � sh,” Dick says. “You don’t go to the store, you go to the � sh market.”

How to pick out meats for a barbeque

Introduce yourself to your local butcher and become friends.

Buy the best meat you can afford. Even ground meats taste better and fresher from a butcher shop.

Look for steaks that have a � ne texture and that are � rm to the touch. You want the color to be a light cherry-red, not a deep red.

Look for a steak that has marbling, the thin threads of fat running through the meat. Marbling is sign that it’s a quality piece of meat and will give the steak a better � avor.

Dry aging is considered than wet aging, but that may be a matter of taste. However, avoid meat that has no aging and is too fresh.

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customer service. If Dick doesn’t have it,

Peace” button, a gi� from Yoko Ono herself, that Dick wears on his apron.

But with “Pleased to meat you, and meat to please you,” as a motto, it’s hard not to feel welcome in the shop – even for non-Beatles fans. And that’s only one quirky phrase one will hear from Dick. With a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye, Dick says he’ll even eat raw hamburger meat from his shop because “he knows where it comes from” (it’s true, he really will eat it).

All of Dick’s meats are purchased from Nebraska, from a slaughterhouse chosen for it’s humane practices, a necessity for Dick, who put in countless research before choosing his supplier. His beef is also all grass-fed. All steers or beef cattle

“with Pleased to meat you, and meat to please you, as a motto, it’s hard not to feel welcome in the shop.”

– John Dick

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Part of the ritual of summer is bringing out the patio furniture, polishing the boat deck and taking the cover o� the outdoor grill. � e grill, whether on

the patio, deck or boat is o� en the center of summer activity late in the day and into the evening with family and friends.

Good food is somehow better when it’s cooked on the grill. Like with most things, the right tools are needed to make the job easier, more fun and assure a more successful outcome.

� e assortment of basic tools includes meat and vegetable tongs, di� erent sized spatulas for burgers or � sh, a long-handled fork or two, brushes for adding sauces, non-stick baskets and grates, an instant-read thermometer, spray bottle, wire brushes for cleaning, hot pads or gloved mitt, and some great recipes.

Mr. J Culinary Essentials in Bellevue, has an entire wall of its have-everything store dedicated to grilling. � eir

sta� knows what you’ll need for making your grill the source of good meals and outdoor entertaining.

“We’ve been serving our customers what they need for their kitchens and patios for thirty-four years,” says Debbie Ja� e, who has been there since the beginning. “Like our customers, each of our sta� have their favorite items, which is especially true of gadgets and grill accessories,” she says.

A few additional items on the Culinary Essentials’ list for a better outdoor cooking experience are quality knives for meat and � sh, di� erent cutting boards for produce, cheese and meats, and serving platters. � e store has quality, cra� ed products made in the US, Italy, France, Germany and Switzerland that o� er excellent value

and performance for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Pthe patio, deck or boat is o� en the center of summer activity late in the day and into the evening with family and friends.

Good food is somehow better when it’s cooked on the grill. Like with most things, the right tools are needed to make the job easier, more fun and assure a more successful outcome.

� e assortment of basic tools includes meat and vegetable tongs, di� erent sized spatulas for burgers or � sh, a long-handled fork or two, brushes for adding sauces, non-stick baskets and grates, an instant-read thermometer, spray bottle, wire brushes for cleaning, hot pads or gloved mitt, and some great recipes.

Mr. J Culinary Essentials in Bellevue, has an entire wall of its have-everything store dedicated to grilling. � eir

If Home is where the Hearth is,

Then the Grill is where the Sizzle is!

5tipsIt’s important to keep grill surface clean: use a wire brush before & after use; spray water when surface is hot before brushing.

Have your favorite sauces & rubs handy by storing them in inexpensive plastic bottles or containers & bringing them out when it’s time to grill.

Try something new for � avor & fun, like using wood chips for smoky � avor, roasting fresh or marinated vegetables in a grill basket & cooking � sh on a wood plank.

Successful grilling is about controlling temperature & cook time: holding your hand above the grill for 1-3 seconds is high, 4-6 seconds is medium, 7-9 seconds is low; use an instant read thermometer to assure your meat & � sh is done the way you want.

Make sure to have family & friends around the grill as somehow food just tastes better that way!

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cooked on the grill. Like with most things,

“We’ve been serving our customers what they need for their kitchens and patios for thirty-four years,” says Debbie Ja� e, who has been there since the beginning. “Like our customers, each of our sta� have their favorite items, which is especially true of gadgets and grill accessories,” she says.

A few additional items on the Culinary Essentials’ list for a better outdoor cooking experience are quality knives for meat and � sh, di� erent cutting boards for produce, cheese and meats, and serving platters. � e store has quality, cra� ed products made in the US, Italy, France, Germany and Switzerland that o� er excellent value

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A lmost 70 percent of Bellevue residents are recycling food scraps and compostable paper, and more people are trying it every day.

“It makes good sense to keep these renewable materials out of your garbage and the land� ll,” said Wendy Hair� eld, community relations specialist with the City of Bellevue. “Many people are � nding that recycling food scraps is easy, and kids like helping because it’s good for the environment.”

When food scraps and compostable paper are put into your green yard debris cart, they are picked up at the curb by Allied Waste Services and taken to Cedar Grove Compost Facility. � ere they are turned into a nutrient-rich compost.

Why recycle food scraps? Here are some good reasons:

• Food scraps put into your yard debris cart are given a new life—they’re recycled into compost, which helps improve soil and grow more food.

• Food scraps in a land� ll are o� en deeply buried, and there is little or no oxygen to break them down “aerobically.” As a result, decomposition takes a long time. A cabbage may still be a cabbage years later.

• Food scraps and compostable paper make up about 25 percent of garbage. Keeping that much material out of the land� ll saves space, which keeps rates down. It’s cheaper to recycle food waste than to put it in valuable land� ll space.

• Recycling food scraps and compostable paper saves space in your garbage can, so you may be able to switch to a smaller container and save money.

At Cedar Grove, compost piles are covered, aerated and “cooked” for 50-60 days to temperatures as high as 170 degrees, which kills weed seeds and bacteria. � e � nished product is a soil-enriching compost that’s put to good use.

If you haven’t started recycling food scraps yet, begin with your vegetable scraps, like those le� over when you make a salad. Put the scraps in a paper bag lined with newspaper. � ese materials don’t smell bad and will save space in your garbage. Add a few items, like tea bags, egg shells, co� ee grounds, napkins, paper towels, and a greasy pizza box. You’ll be amazed at how fast the paper bag � lls up! Now toss the whole thing in your yard debris cart. Wasn’t that easy?

If you have questions about recycling food scraps in your yard debris cart or how to compost in your back yard, call the City of Bellevue Utilities at 425-452-6932. Also check backyard resources at http://www.bellevuewa.gov/9485.htm.

A“It makes good sense to keep these renewable materials out of your garbage and the land� ll,” said Wendy Hair� eld, community relations specialist with the City of Bellevue. “Many people are � nding that recycling food scraps is easy, and kids like helping because it’s good for the environment.”

When food scraps and compostable paper are put into your green yard debris cart, they are picked up at the curb by Allied Waste Services and taken to Cedar Grove Compost Facility. � ere they are turned into a nutrient-rich compost.

Why recycle food scraps? Here are some good reasons:

How to recycle food scraps and why it‘s catching on.

City of Bellevue. “Many people are � nding

When food scraps and compostable paper

switch to a smaller container and save money.

At Cedar Grove, compost piles are covered, aerated and “cooked” for 50-60 days to temperatures as high as 170 degrees, which kills weed seeds and bacteria. � e � nished product is a soil-enriching compost that’s put to good use.

If you haven’t started recycling food scraps yet, begin with your vegetable scraps, like those le� over when you make a salad. Put the scraps in a paper bag lined with newspaper. � ese materials don’t smell bad and will save space in your garbage. Add a few items, like tea bags, egg shells, co� ee grounds, napkins, paper towels, and a greasy pizza box. You’ll be amazed at how fast the paper bag � lls up! Now toss the whole thing in your yard debris cart. Wasn’t that easy?

“Many people are � nding that recycling food scraps is pretty

easy, and kids like helping because it’s good for the environment.”

– Wendy Hair� eld

5tipsrecycl ing

Put food scraps in a brown grocery bag lined with newspaper or line a container with Cedar Grove approved bags, such as Bio-bags or Glad compostable bags.

If you’re a Bellevue resident with yard debris service, call Allied Waste at 425-452-4762 and ask for a free food scraps kitchen container. Similar types are also sold at kitchen shops.

Wrap potentially smelly items, like meat, in a compostable bag or newspaper and put in the freezer until pickup day.

To keep smells down in your yard debris cart, mix food scraps in with yard debris.

Line your cart with newspaper or cardboard and keep the lid closed. When the cart gets dirty, rinse it out and dump the rinse water on the lawn, not near a storm drain.

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Did you know that more than 100 Bellevue businesses are recycling food waste? If your business is interested in food waste

recycling, contact Bellevue Utilities at 425-452-6932.

QUESTIONS?Call Allied Waste Servicesat 425-452-4762 or visitwww.alliedwastenorthwest.com

Recycle Food Scraps + Compostable Paper with Yard Debris

YES!Yard Debris

Leaves and grassPlant trimmingsWeedsHouse plants

(discard plastic container)

Flower BouquetsBranches

(less than 4” in diameter,4’ in length, 55 lb. limit)

Food ScrapsFruit and vegetable scrapsMeat, poultry and fish scraps

(including bones)

Cheese and dairy scrapsAll solid food leftoversBread, pasta and grainsEggshells and nutshellsCoffee grounds and filtersTea bags

Food-soiled PaperPaper towels and napkinsPaper food wrapGreasy pizza boxesFood-soiled cardboard

(remove plastic or aluminum)

Paper grocery bags containingfood scraps

Uncoated paper plates and cups

City of Bellevue Utilities 425-452-6932

*Milk and ice cream cartons (which containsome plastic) and plastic-coated paper platesand cups are not breaking down in the

composting process.

Some of the items in the No column can beput in your Blue Recycling Cart.

NO!Animal waste or pet litterAshesDiapers, bath tissueConstruction debrisFoilGlassGarbageIce cream cartons*LiquidsMetalsMilk cartons*Plastics or plastic bagsPlastic-coated paper plates or cups*StyrofoamRocks

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