Leslie Kelly

Seattle

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Contributor at Forbes

Food/travel writer, recovering restaurant critic, fan of Seattle M's and Memphis Grizzlies. Living the dream, on the road again!

Articles

Our Top 20 Treasured Hand-Me-Down Recipes

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Leslie Kelly

Let's have a huge round of applause for the cooks who've generously shared their family secrets with our Allrecipes community. Here are some of our most-popular, best-reviewed, most-shared recipes with a sweet family connection. Save to MyRecipesLove any of these recipes? Tap "Save" to add them to MyRecipes, your new, free recipe box for Allrecipes.
A Few Pro Tips For Newbies Trying To Navigate Costco

1 week ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

Thinking about joining the club? Here’s some sage advice about making the most of your shopping experience at one of the the world’s biggest wholesale warehouses. Confessions of a Costco skepticI love the idea of Costco, but the thought of shopping in a massive warehouse kind of freaks me out. The vast aisles crammed with giant packages, those hard-to-navigate carts, the ginormous crowds.
Here’s Why Athletic Brewing Co., Is Crushing It In The NA Beer Space

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

In the ever-expanding category of zero-proof beverages, this forward-thinking craft brew operation based in Stratford, Ct., takes its mission seriously while also having lots of fun. Its latest release of IPAs should give sober hopheads a new reason to cheer. NA all the wayWhile other breweries, large and small, make non-alcoholic beer as a side project, the founders of Athletic – John Walker and Bill Shufelt – were determined to make it the singular focus of their efforts.
Rolling Out A Detroit Pizza Joint Was Like Going Home For This Seattle Chef

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

Jason Stoneburner enjoys a long history of overseeing innovative, upscale kitchens in the Emerald City. His latest project is a love letter to his Michigan roots. Here’s why Sunny Hill feels like the best kind of Next Level pizza experience. Detroit-style with a West Coast twistChef Jason Stoneburner has been cooking since he was 14. “I was a busser at a Ruby Tuesdays and one Saturday, the entire kitchen crew quit. The manager asked if I would fill in,” he said in an interview.
These Protein-Packed Snacks Will Power Up Your Next Road Trip

4 weeks ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

Sure, it’s fun to explore roadside eats and treats, but sometimes you just need something satisfying to get you from Point A to that final destination. Here’s a few to stock up on before starting the journey. What makes it road worthy? Our 23-foot motorhome just hit 70,000 miles after more than six years on the road. My husband and I celebrated this milestone by diving into a pantry bin labeled “Snax." To qualify for a spot in that special collection, there are a few hurdles to clear:Is it messy?
These Pretty Cocktails Will Keep You Cool By The Pool In Palm Springs

1 month ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

Sip, swim, repeat. It’s already full-on summer in the desert and these refreshing adult beverages are well worth toasting when visiting the Coachella Valley. Shaking it up, poolsideRoyal Sun is one of the latest old school hotels to dramatically transform into hip digs, and with the rebranding comes a bar program that covers a lot of territory.
Fun Fan Fare At Seattle Mariners Home Games Shines A Light On Players

1 month ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

The season’s sweet and savory culinary line-up is a big hit with the fans. Here’s what you need to step up to the plate and try, including a tribute to superstar Ichiro Suzuki. Let’s hear it for Ichiro SuzukiThe M’s legendary outfielder is being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in July and to celebrate, the culinary crew has introduced “lucky” wings similar to those Ichiro ate in the clubhouse before games.
3 Very Cool Spots For Warming Springtime Tea Parties In Seattle

1 month ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

It’s peak cherry blossom season in the Pacific Northwest, though temps are still pretty chilly. Here are a few warm and cozy places that provide the perfect excuse to celebrate the arrival of spring in style, fancy hats optional. Cafe FloraThis longtime neighborhood favorite is known and loved for its innovative plant-based fare, but in recent years, it’s also become a hot spot for high tea. The holiday tea experiences have been so well-received, in fact, that spring dates were added.
Savoring A Taste Of Seattle On The San Clemente Pier

1 month ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

Seafood from the Pacific Northwest is featured on the menu at Fisherman’s Restaurant in Orange County and the busy kitchen hits the mark at this popular spot. Here’s what makes this cross-state connection extra special. Prime locationLike many California coastal communities, San Clemente’s shoreline is distinguished by a wooden pier that dates back to the days when those served as the hub of commerce.
When A Hotel Room Feels Like An Airbnb, It’s Time For A Dinner Party

2 months ago | forbes.com | Leslie Kelly

When traveling, sometimes you want more than a comfy bed and a hot shower. The craving for a roomy kitchen led me to Drift, the chic hotel in Palm Springs that feels more like an Airbnb. Confessions of a snowbirdFor the past several years, I’ve spent winters hanging in my tiny home on wheels in the sun-drenched Coachella Valley. I’m addicted to the Vitamin D charge delivered by the sun and the Palm Springs region serves up endless opportunities to hike and bike and swim.