Aspire https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/ Aspire Mon, 09 Dec 2024 07:35:18 +0000 Best Boozy Coffee Shops and Cafes in Bellevue https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/best-boozy-coffee-shops-and-cafes-in-bellevue/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/best-boozy-coffee-shops-and-cafes-in-bellevue/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/best-boozy-coffee-shops-and-cafes-in-bellevue/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0800

Here in the northwest,

coffee shops are some of the best places to hang out, giving way to a vibrant café scene in Bellevue. As an added bonus, some cafés offer something a little stronger than caffeine -- for any occasion that warrants a locally crafted brew, a glass of imported wine, or a quick

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Bellevue for Golfers: Courses, Championships, Swing Studios https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevue-for-golfers-courses-shops-swing-studios/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevue-for-golfers-courses-shops-swing-studios/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevue-for-golfers-courses-shops-swing-studios/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0800

Setting up to a drive a ball off the tees on a par five is one of the best feelings in the world. With scenic views of mountains, lakes, and evergreen forests, losing a ball and getting another bogey isn't even that bad. In Bellevue, golf is a popular hobby among the locals - rain or shine. Enjoyed

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Sample Sweet Treats at These Bellevue Dessert Stops https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/sample-sweet-treats-at-these-bellevue-dessert-stops/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/sample-sweet-treats-at-these-bellevue-dessert-stops/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/sample-sweet-treats-at-these-bellevue-dessert-stops/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -0800

Whether you yearn for an artistic treat to complete a five-star meal or crave something sweet and simple as an afternoon pick-me-up, you’ll find just the right finish in Bellevue, Washington, where the dessert menu is just as diverse as the city’s full culinary offerings. Here are nine Bellevue

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From Peking Duck to Michelin Star-Rated Bubble Tea, Take your Taste Buds on a World Journey in Belle https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/from-peking-duck-to-michelin-star-rated-bubble-tea-take-your-taste-buds-on-a-world-journey-in-belle/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/from-peking-duck-to-michelin-star-rated-bubble-tea-take-your-taste-buds-on-a-world-journey-in-belle/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/from-peking-duck-to-michelin-star-rated-bubble-tea-take-your-taste-buds-on-a-world-journey-in-belle/ Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0700

With such a varied, international population, Bellevue is a hub for cultural cuisine. Taste signature dishes from around the globe, without ever leaving downtown Bellevue. No matter your cravings, you’re sure to find something to satisfy them right in the heart of Bellevue.

Baron’s Sino Kitchen

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Savor Bellevue Like a Chef: Chef John Howie Dishes on Dining in Bellevue https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/savor-bellevue-like-a-chef-chef-john-howie-dishes-on-dining-in-bellevue/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/savor-bellevue-like-a-chef-chef-john-howie-dishes-on-dining-in-bellevue/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/savor-bellevue-like-a-chef-chef-john-howie-dishes-on-dining-in-bellevue/ Tue, 07 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0700

Transplanted to Seattle from Chicago in the 1960s, award-winning chef John Howie spent a decade at Palisade restaurant in the 1990s before launching Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar in Bellevue in 2002. He is also at the helm of John Howie Steak found at The Shops at The Bravern, an upscale shopping

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Bellevue’s Drinks that Dazzle: Hot spots for eye-catching cocktails (and a few tasty mocktails, too) https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevues-drinks-that-dazzle-hot-spots-for-eye-catching-cocktails-and-a-few-tasty-mocktails-too/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevues-drinks-that-dazzle-hot-spots-for-eye-catching-cocktails-and-a-few-tasty-mocktails-too/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevues-drinks-that-dazzle-hot-spots-for-eye-catching-cocktails-and-a-few-tasty-mocktails-too/ Fri, 10 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -0800

When it comes to killer flavor combinations and fanciful presentations with flair, Bellevue knows how to do its cocktails right. There’s something for everyone — ranging from refreshing mocktails to innovative creations that light up the night with sparkling, flaming, and smoking theatrics.

Ascend

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FIVE THINGS NOT TO MISS IN BELLEVUE https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/5-things-not-to-miss-in-bellevue/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/5-things-not-to-miss-in-bellevue/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/5-things-not-to-miss-in-bellevue/ Thu, 16 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0700

Bellevue offers many exciting upcoming activities and events. Here are five not to be missed.

BELLWETHER 2021


September 9–19, 2021

Join us for Bellevue’s annual arts festival throughout September.

https://bellwetherart.org/

BELLEVUE FASHION WEEK LIVE AT THE BELLEVUE COLLECTION


October 8–9, 2021

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Flavors of the Northwest https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/flavors-of-the-northwest/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/flavors-of-the-northwest/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/flavors-of-the-northwest/ Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0700

No matter when you visit, rest assured our culinary seasons here in Bellevue and the Pacific Northwest are unmatched. Springtime means fresh greens, Rainier cherries, and just-picked veggies; summer is best for fresh salmon and for picking berries; fall is all about crisp apples and tasty mushrooms;

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Providing Al Fresco Dining Experiences in Bellevue https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/al-fresco-dining-experiences-in-bellevue/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/al-fresco-dining-experiences-in-bellevue/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/al-fresco-dining-experiences-in-bellevue/ Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0700

If you love dining outside be sure to Visit Bellevue and our numerous patios and outdoor dining options now through October. The days are longer, the warm breezes have arrived, and Bellevue is once again open and offering the simple pleasure of Al Fresco dining! Bellevue abounds with eateries, pubs,

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Bellevue is a Hot Pot Culinary Oasis https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevue-is-a-hot-pot-culinary-oasis/ https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevue-is-a-hot-pot-culinary-oasis/#comments https://www.visitbellevuewa.com/aspire/stories/post/bellevue-is-a-hot-pot-culinary-oasis/ Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0800

Bellevue takes great pride in being a celebrated inclusive, well-cultured, and fun destination. Today, Bellevue is developing into one of North America’s fast-growing culinary standouts. Already known for incredible regional offerings like X’ian-style noodles to Shanghainese soup dumplings –

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