As the holidays approach, everyone is looking for those unique gift items or special holiday treats! Snohomish County is home to many unique specialty food and drink establishments- and a drive around the Cascade Loop will bring you right to their doorsteps!
Mukilteo Chocolate Company, Mukilteo
One of the owners apprenticed with a Master Chocolatier and trained in the European-style of chocolate and truffle making. Try their truffles (including the award-winning lavender cheesecake), fudges and custom-made chocolates.
Bluewater Organic Distilling, Everett
Be prepared for cocktail hour with organic gin and vodka. The distillery features a tasting room, retail store, waterfront cocktail bar, a private event venue and a production area.
Paulas Wine Knot Beer & Wine Bar, Monroe
This bar also includes a music venue and a specialty food store that sells over 400 different gourmet foods including award winning pepper jellies, BBQ sauces, seasoning, marinades, preserves and fruit spreads, hot sauces, bloody Mary mixes, nuts, ketchups, relishes and more!
Everything Tea, Snohomish
This shop features one of the largest collections of teas on the west coast. Browse loose-leaf teas from around the world and a selection of organic and fair trade teas.
Galaxy Chocolates, Sultan
This shop specializes in gourmet handmade chocolates and truffles, espresso, ice cream, fresh baked goods, cakes and more!
Espresso Chalet, Index
Visit Highway 2's longest running espresso stand! Feast upon a selection of pastries and ice creams, and visit the 14 ft tall wooden carving from the movie "Harry and the Hendersons".