Liana Scarsella
Liana Scarsella is a creative writer and editor whose hiatus from the Northwest during her college career strengthened both her writing skills and her desire to return to the greater Seattle area. Since graduating from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in English and a professional editing minor, Scarsella has gained experience in marketing, writing and editing for a variety of food, wine and travel publications including national publications Touring & Tasting and CIDERCRAFT magazines, food blog Girls On Food and of course, Sip Northwest. She holds commas and craft beverages close to her heart, and aspires to write about the latter indefinitely.

Global Cuisine and Fairy Tale Cocktails at Cook Weaver

Historical romance hits the plate and glass at the new Cook Weaver in Seattle. Rendezvous via Craigslist? Often questionable in the 21st Century. The one exception, of course, being Seattle’s Zac Reynolds and Nile Klein, who met on the site in hopes of uniting their...

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Cider School at Cider Riot

[Content from original media release.] Dear Cider supporters: Class is in session January 23rd for the first in our 4-course education series on ciders of the world. From cider basics to in depth looks at regional cider styles from classic cider regions. All classes...

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Swept Away by Seattle’s Monsoon Restaurant

It’s not uncommon for Seattle foodies craving authentic Asian cuisine to turn to the trusty International District – Thai treats, Chinese dim sum dishes and Vietnamese pho bowls are just a few of the offerings you can snag for typically no more than a few bucks....

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Cider with Purpose at Locust Cider

Just over one year ago, two brothers from Texas made their cider debut in Woodinville, Washington, wine country. Tucked into what is known as the Warehouse District between a surplus of wineries and breweries, Locust Cider proves a palatable asset to the city’s...

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Sizzlin’ Slice of Late Night Goodness at Seattle’s Sizzle Pie

Ever been out ‘til the wee hours of the morning—we’re talking shut-the-bars-down-status—and left said bars insanely hungry with nowhere to eat? All the establishments in the neighborhood have closed their doors for the night (morning?) and that includes eateries, too!...

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Pour a Cold One at Portland Beer Week

The best way to celebrate the arrival of summer is with a cold one. Conveniently, you can enjoy said cold one (and lots more) during Portland Beer Week from June 9-19. Events will take place throughout the brew-loving city, including releases, special  fests – beer...

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