I was fortunate to have the opportunity to travel to Seattle and visit the home of Allrecipes corporate offices last week. I brought Paul along for the ride and this was our first time in Seattle but hopefully, not our last.
I am in love with this gorgeous city.
This was the view from our hotel room. We stayed in the heart of downtown, within walking distance to the Allrecipes corporate offices and Pike Place Market. If you visit, and you definitely should – come hungry. Seattle is home to a ridiculous number of amazing restaurants yet the feeling here is comfortable and relaxed. Everywhere we went we were greeted with a warm, welcoming attitude.
Eat, drink, shop, and sight see. Then eat some more.
When I think Seattle, I think Pike Place Market. It was the first place we headed to get our tourist on.
You’ll see lots of guys like this – standing in front of mounds and mounds of fresh fish.
If I had access to this much quality seafood we would be eating fish at least two or three times a week.
I was completely stunned by the gorgeous flowers.
I want to fill every corner of my house with them.
There is an abundance of fresh produce. Looking for some fiddlehead ferns? I know where you can get some. They’ve got it all!
I believe there is a Starbucks every half block which suits me just fine. This is the original store located at Pike Place Market.
Lets not forget the chowder. Pike Place Chowder had every type imaginable. Paul got the clear brothy one there on the left and I went for the full on, cream laden, seafood bisque. It was to die for and when you’re away from home, cream has no fat or calories. It’s a fact. I think I read it on Wikipedia or something.
There’s music.
Lots of interesting things to see. After she moved, we realized this lovely lady was real.
We got the grand tour of the Allrecipes offices.
This is our sweet as can be tour guide, Ivory Harvey. She is the Coordinator of the Brand Ambassador program.
Hi Jen! Jen Evison is the Social Media Manager for Allrecipes. That means she gets to legitimately spend time on Facebook, Twittter, and Pinterest. Very cool job Jen.
Here is Cory Vicens, Sr. Manager, Brand Marketing & Communications. She is warm, wonderful, and incredibly sharp. She also provided car service and helped us navigate our way to Starbucks for afternoon coffee. Bless you Cory!
I was surprised at the size of their expanding offices. There’s a lot going on in this place.
Thank you so much to everyone who made this trip so wonderful. Cory and Ivory, you were wonderful guides and made us feel so welcome.
We love your city!
What a fun trip! Bobby and I have been to Seattle a couple of times and you had the same experiences that we did! Great food and Pike Place Market was incredible, a place I could live! 🙂 I want to go back! Looks like Allrecipes treated you like a queen! Glad you had such a fun trip!
Oh my gosh! What a fun trip!! I would love to go there. Also, this is probably weird, but I love those people that dress up and then move….there are lots of those people in New Orleans, fun!!
WOW! Sounds like so much fun, I love Seattle. I’m in the process of moving there. I would love the star tour of Allrecipes! Such a great company.
How exciting Jackie! You will love Seattle. It’s the perfect town for a food blogger!
What a fun trip! I’ve always wanted to visit Seattle, but have yet to make a trip. Love all of your photos…it looks like you had a great time there. 🙂
Wow, Valerie! What a fantastic opportunity to travel and learn more about AllRecipes and the wonderful people behind it. Thanks for sharing all about your trip and a city I’ve always wanted to visit but haven’t had the chance to.
Valerie, what a blast! Kip is thinking about UW and visited yesterday. Can’t wait for your video.
I approve! Kip would be making a great choice and how great for you to be able to visit him there! I’ll keep you posted on the video 🙂
I love Seattle! It seems like you had a wonderful trip! It seems like people in Allrecipes are very friendly and nice people. Thanks for sharing the experience with us Valerie!
They are fantastic Nami. I hope you are enjoying your trip to Japan!
Sounds and looks like you had an amazing experience.
We had a blast Val. Seattle is a great town and the Allrecipes folks made it so much fun 🙂
Sounds like you & Paul made many memories in Seattle! What wonderful photos, thanks for sharing your experience!
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Thanks for sharing part of your excellent adventure with us. I have only been to Seattle a couple of times but I absolutely fell in love – it is an amazing city. I can’t wait to hear more about your trip.
There is soooo much walking to do in downtown Seattle that you don’t ever have to worry about fat and calories…lol! Great blog post Val!
That’s very true Lillian. We logged a lot of miles back and forth all over town!
Thanks for telling us that tip about no calories and no fat in cream while on vacation!! That makes me feel so much better! Wonderful pictures as always!
You just have to let it go sometimes! Thanks Nelly 🙂