Kendall, Author at Wallyhood

Wallingford Flex Cat Is MIA

Kendall April 21, 2010 13 Comments

Those of you that live in lower Wallingford within five blocks of 37th and Sunnyside, are likely acquainted with a dear feline friend that goes by the name of Bodhi. Now, the name Bodhi means enlightenment, but is more commonly linked to the term awakening.

This cat fits the bill. He is the most zen creature that I have ever encountered. I have had the pleasure of spending some lazy afternoons with him as he parades up and down the sidewalks and pays visits to all that love him- which is just about everyone that has ever met …

La Boulangerie: A Tale of a Great Baker

Kendall April 19, 2010 25 Comments

For years, I have enjoyed the smell and sight of La Boulangerie on the corner of N. 45th and Bagley, known for its assortment of fresh baked French breads decoratively lining the shelves. The cases are filled with fresh croissants and pastries that serve to tempt the public. Xon Loung (pronounced Song Loong) is the master behind it all, and when I say master, I mean it. He is a one-man show, and that is nothing short of amazing.

The life of a baker is one filled with dedication and careful calculations. To produce exquisitely delicious bread on a regular …

What You Think, When You Think It

Kendall April 14, 2010 2 Comments

There have been some great discussions in our Forums and comments sections this past week, here are some highlights:

Beware of the Norovirus! For those health fanatics out there you can learn the latest breaking news about a virus affecting our area…it makes me a little Noronervous! Moon Temple, a neighborhood restaurant and bar is a great late night karaoke stop, read what your neighbors have to say about it. Moon Temple is one of my personal favorites, if you want to know what I think… Need some suggestions on tree trimming, or plumbing? We can help with…

Introducing, Mad Fiber

Kendall April 6, 2010 4 Comments

Many of you have been curious as to what has become of the now empty bakery down at the Essential Baking Company building. Back in the first week of February the production packed up all their bread making ingredients and shipped their ovens down to Georgetown in south Seattle. Sadly, dumpster diving went with them. The bakery was an empty and eerie place; the hustle and bustle of hundreds of workers was gone and the drop of a pin echoed off the walls.

Those eerie and silent days are over. A wall has been built separating the Cafe and kitchen …

The Yes Pleases say yes to MS

Kendall March 25, 2010 3 Comments

Did you know that one of our most committed neighborhood baristas is also a virtuoso? Josh Bates, a long time Essential Baking Co. barista and assistant manager, is also a founder of one of the hippest indie rock bands out there, The Yes Pleases. Give them a listen!

The Yes Pleases, along with several other local bands, have put together an MS benefit show that will be taking place at Nectar Lounge in Fremont. Go check them out tonight starting at 7pm. The show will be 21 and over with an $8 suggested donation. Proceeds go towards the National Multiple …

Essential Bakery Update

Kendall February 23, 2010 3 Comments

(Today’s post comes from our newest writer, Kendall Sweeney, who brings us the inside scoop on the changes at, and history of, the Essential Bakery)

In response to the inquiry about what is in the future for the Essential Baking Co Building, it is not yet entirely clear. There has been talk of remodeling the space in order to put a bike wheel manufacturing business in where the bakery used to be. The likelihood is that the space will remain empty for a while until they figure how to restructure the building’s interior for a new purpose.

The building was …

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