The weather is looking lovely and promising for the remainder of August! What better way to enjoy it all and practice healthy habits than getting out on a beautiful hike. Here are some great trails to check out in Seattle or just a short drive away: Discovery Park Discovery Park is Seattle’s largest city park,…
You’ve heard the saying “You are what you eat,” but what if you work like you eat, too? Turns out, the foods you eat can impact your productivity levels and focus throughout the workday. So how exactly does that work? We, as humans, get our energy from glucose, a natural sugar we obtain from food…
Seafair Weekend Festival is Seattle’s premier boating event, air show, and festival all rolled into one, and it’s all happening this upcoming weekend! Here are some highlights: Apollo Mechanical Hydroplane Races Experience the thrill of hydroplane racing, where these incredible boats can reach speeds of up to 220 MPH on the straightaways. It’s like F1 racing,…
Get excited because August is National Peach Month! ThirdLeaf NW knows a thing or two about the best peaches, so we’re going to share some tips and tricks for picking the best peaches. With over 300 different peach varieties in the U.S. and over 2,000 worldwide, there are so many to choose from! Certain peach…
As summer reaches its peak, finding ways to cool off and feel refreshed can be a challenge. Whether you’re lounging by the lake, heading to the beach, or strolling through your local park, we’ve got the perfect solution for beating the heat: homemade fruit popsicles! The first thing you must get are popsicle molds. You…
July is one of the most beautiful months of the year, kicking off with the excitement of the 4th of July fireworks and continuing to offer fantastic weather for lake days and beach trips. But what about those days in between? Gardening is the perfect way to get outside and make the most of the…
Looking for a last-minute dessert to bring to the family function? Or maybe you’re simply looking for a new recipe to switch things up. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. One of these red, white, or blue desserts is bound to be a hit, and they all pair well with some fresh fruit! Strawberry Rhubarb…
There is nothing more satisfying than buying fresh produce and actually eating it before it goes bad (we all know the disappointment of having to throw out extra mushy avocados or fuzzy grapes). However, have you ever thought about what happens to the leftover orange peels or the apple skins that don’t actually get eaten?…
Find yourself reaching for the coffee pot every afternoon? Or worse, dropping $7 on a latte every other day? Plain coffee is great and has its perks, but sometimes it’s fun to switch things up. Plus, you can save money by making your daily pick-me-up at home. We’ve gathered a mix of caffeinated and decaffeinated…
The sun is out, temperatures are up, and new fruits are hitting the shelves! Summer is prime time for enjoying fresh fruit. Not only is it cool, juicy, and refreshing, but there are so many varieties in season from June to August. June alone means the beginning of fresh cherries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, watermelon,…