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This unassuming Indian spot at a strip mall in Normandy Park is serving up some serious flavor!🔥

First off, the presentation of the dishes are beautiful, and not something I was expecting to find at a strip mall! But not only are the dishes pretty, they are also bold and unapologetically flavorful! All of the sauces were so well balanced, and every bite kept me wanting more 🤤

We tried several dishes and here are the standouts:
-Naan (made fresh as you order!)
-Butter Chicken
-Tandoori Lamb
-Cauliflower Manchurian
-Samosa Chat
-Lamb Biryani
-Mango Lassi

The space is also really cute and they have an outdoor dining area that’s perfect for summer🤩

📍19987 1st Ave S Suite 101, Normandy Park, WA 98148

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Whether you’re in Seattle for FIFA World Cup, catching a Sounders game or a game at Seattle Stadium or maybe you’re watching the or a concert at T-Mobile Park you’ll want to check out Pioneer Square, which is just walking distance for some delicious food!🤤

Here’s 6 spots worth checking out:

1. Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar- 410 Occidental Ave S

2. Saigon Drip Cafe- 161 S Washington St


3. Cookie’s Country Chicken- 314 2nd Ave S


4. Rojo’s Mexican Food- 217 James St


5. Ndujame - Little Italy- 71 Yesler Way


6. Lady Yum- 116 S Washington St


What’s your favorite Pioneer Square spot?

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Happy day in Tacoma as we finally, we got xiao long bao (soup dumplings🥟)🥹🎉

is now in their soft opening phase at the and I’m so excited!!! I’ve been to their other locations before and already love it, and this location definitely delivered!🤩

What we got:
Shrimp & Pork Xiao Long Bao
Mini pan fried pork dumplings
Pork chop fried rice
Garlic green beans
Beef rolls
Tan tan noodles
Chocolate xiao long bao

📍4502 S Steele St Space 1620, Tacoma, WA 98409

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For episode 3 of trails and treats, we’re exploring Wright Park in Tacoma 🏃🏻‍♀️

I love that this park has so many features like botanical conservatory, playground, picnic areas, basketball court, art, and a whole lot more, but more importantly, it’s close to a few of my favorite food spots:

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Infinite Soups 🥣

Total steps: 3,215
Total miles: 1.31

📍316 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405

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If you haven’t tried bingsu yet, then you need to check out in 🤩 Bingsu is a Korean shaved ice dessert, and what I really love about it is how fluffy, fine and soft the ice is!😋 I tried their new ube mango flavor which was delicious, but they also have other flavors you can choose from 🍧

They also have a lot of new summer drinks they just launched like this Blue mango coconut that’s so refreshing, but my current obsession is their banana drinks 🍌 The mango ones too!😋

📍Food Court, 2800 Southcenter Mall 2nd Floor, Tukwila, WA 98188

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When I went to Korea last year, I was looking for one of those spas that did a skin analyzer, but sadly did not find it! Thankfully, that tech is available here in Seattle at Seoul Glow Spa!🤩

This is your one stop shop for all things self-care, as they do scalp treatments, facials, nails, brows, lashes, waxing and more!🧖‍♀️

I really loved the analysis on my skin and scalp, because while it was a very humbling experience, I now know what I need to work on! Your treatments are also customized based on your results.💯

I did the Signature 18 Step Scalp Treatment that was so relaxing, and my scalp felt so clean after, and you can even see the results on the screen! Get 5% off this treatment with code “ERIKA”.☺️

I also did the Korean Glow PDRN Nano-needling, that left my skin feeling so hydrated and glowy.🔥

Book your appointment now!

📍5401 Leary Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107

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There’s not a lot of food spots that’s open 24/7 in the greater Seattle area, which is why I was so excited to learn about Jafra in Des Moines!🤯

They have a wide variety of menu items, from donuts, to sandwiches, fried chicken, burgers, desserts, milkshakes, coffee, and even veggie options, but the real stand out would be their Mediterranean dishes! my favorites were the Mixed grill plate, Super gyro and greek fries that we couldn’t stop eating!🔥

They also have breakfast available from 5am-11:30am
Happy Hour daily from 2pm-4pm where you get 25% off everything

Everything here is halal, and they’re even got drive-thru!🚗

📍23100 Pacific Hwy S, Des Moines, WA 98198

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