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L’Oursin celebrates ten years of ‘de-fancifying’ French dining Nov 11, 2026

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L'Oursin is a French bistro in Seattle's Central District. The eclectic yellow-hued eatery focuses on rustic comfort foods and natural wines you'd find throughout Paris, but with a heavy emphasis on using the best ingredients from the PNW... especially the seafood.

This week the restaurant is celebrating its 10th birthday. Co-owners JJ Proville and Zac Overman joined host Brandi Fullwood to talk about what it took to get to 10 years, how they created their brand of French cuisine, and some of the best things you should order at L’Oursin for years to come.

Discussed in this episode:

L'Oursin: A Charming French Restaurant in Seattle

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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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Kenji López-Alt’s favorite Seattle spots for visitors Nov 05, 2026

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You have friends and family visiting from out of town. It’s the perfect chance to show off the beauty of the region – sweeping views of mountains, glassy lakes, a verdant city decorated with mist. But once you’re done with the scenic views, where do you take visitors for an equally impressive meal?

This week, host Brandi Fullwood and James Beard Award winning chef and author Kenji López-Alt share their favorite spots to take visitors that will help you impress yours, too.

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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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Three Seattle restaurants you must try right now Oct 29, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about where he thinks we all should be eating right now.

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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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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The best soups for the Seattle soul Oct 22, 2026

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As the incoming days of rain threaten to push us inside, Seattle restaurants are making soups worth leaving your house for. This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to food writer Meg Van Huygen about the best soups around the city.

Discussed in this episode:

Tho Seattle, South Lake Union
Situ Tacos, Ballard
Pidgin Cooperative, Interbay
Kin Len Thai Night Bites, Fremont
Linda's Tavern, Capitol Hill

Do you have a question for the Seattle Eats team? Do you want to share your go-to-spot to eat? Tell us about your favorite soup! 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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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How to fix a long day? Cold beer, sake, and plenty of grilled skewers Oct 15, 2026

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Cold beer, good music, and plenty of skewers of meat and veggies– Japanese izakayas are built for the afterwork crowd. Johnny Courtney, the chef and co-owner of Atoma in Wallingford, tells you about his favorite and why you should put it on your list of restaurants to try next.

This week, host Brandi Fullwood finds out how this 2026 James Beard finalist unwinds after a long day and what he orders to celebrate the end of the day.

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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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Mexican BBQ so good you’ll get back on Facebook Oct 08, 2026

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If you want good barbacoa, you're gonna have to put in the work to make it. Making it the traditional way is a 24-hour process that involves roasting lamb, goat or beef in an underground fire pit until the meat is velvety and almost melts on your tongue.

And if you're not making it yourself, finding the real thing can take some digging, too -- a deep search on Facebook Marketplace, or asking around the neighborhood.

This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Gustavo Sagrero, KUOW’s immigration race and identity reporter about his search for traditionally-made barbacoa and how it led him to a family barbecue.

Read Gustavo’s story on barbacoa here: WA immigrants continue traditional Barbacoa, despite looming threats of deportation

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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

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Alexis Nikole Nelson wants you to eat your backyard Oct 01, 2026

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You don’t have to have the right equipment, or a secret location, or a car to start foraging. Plenty of tasty foraged foods are easier to find than you might think: your backyard, parks, and local trails.

Alexis Nikole Nelson, also known as the @BlackForager on TikTok, wants to make it easier. She has a new cookbook that teaches expert and novice foragers how to find and eat the mushroom, berries, and flower petals. Happy Snacking, Don’t Die is packed with delicious and informative recipes for every season.

Seattle Eats host Brandi Fullwood spoke with Alexis live at Town Hall Seattle as part of the Seattle Arts & Lectures speaker series. Alexis talked about experimenting with recipes, how she connects her indigenous and Black ancestry to her practice, and what it means to be a "filthy vegan."

Check out the rest of the Seattle Arts & Lecture line up and snag tickets: https://lectures.org/

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. Seattle Eats is edited byJim Gates. It’s produced byAlec Cowan andBrandi Fullwood.

Become a member today atkuow.org/eats.

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The best burgers in Seattle Sep 24, 2026

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This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about why he loathes smashburgers–the flattened crispy patties with lacy edges. He’ll share where to get the best juicy, big burgers in the city instead.

You can read more about why Tan prefers big juicy burgers in the Seattle Times: Seattle’s 4 best big burgers: No smashed patties, just juicy beef

And why Tan is passing on smashburgers here:

Smashburgers took over Seattle. Why? Our food critic has thoughts

Discussed in this episode:

Little Beast, Ballard – The “classy trashy” signature burger
The Shambles, Roosevelt – The Shamburger
FlintCreek Cattle Co., Greenwood – cheeseburger special
L’Oursin, Central District – fast-food-style burger

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. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

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Which restaurants actually make your birthday special? Sep 17, 2026

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Birthdays should be special. Where should you celebrate yours?

This week, Host Brandi Fullwood and friends of Seattle Eats share their favorite places to celebrate a special day. Spoiler! Our perfect birthday restaurants have tarot, fried catfish, and soy sauce ice cream.

Discussed in this episode:

The Corson Building, Georgetown
Monsoon, North Capitol Hill
Iconiq, Mount Baker
No.9 Alley Hotpot, Bitter Lake
Rainier Restaurant, Othello? Rainier Valley
Halfseas Wine Bar, Ballard
Ramie, Capitol Hill
Needle and Thread, Capitol Hill

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Seattle Eats is edited by Jim Gates. It’s produced by Alec Cowan and Brandi Fullwood.

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We tap into neighborhood breweries with great food Sep 10, 2026

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Typically, getting food in a brewery, you can expect some simple classics: maybe some tavern pizzas or pretzels, some peanuts. This week, host Brandi Fullwood talks to Seattle Times food writer Jackie Varriano about great neighborhood breweries with even better food.

Read more about brewery food from Jackie Varriano at the Seattle Times: https://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/four-seattle-breweries-with-great-food-from-fair-isle-to-aslan-brewing/

Discussed in this episode:

Kochendorfer’s kebaburrito
Blue fin tuna tostadas at Fair Isle’s La Marea
French fry sandwich at Figurehead Brewing
Deck oven pizza at Aslan Brewing
A surprise hack to elevate your salad at Rhein Haus

Seattle Eats is a podcast about Seattle's food scene and the best things to eat in it.

Seattle Eats is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. It is produced by Alec Cowan and edited by Jim Gates. The host and producer is Brandi Fullwood.

Become a member today at kuow.org/eats.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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