Burien Chevrolet’s Favorite Fall Farms!
Fall is officially here in the Pacific Northwest! How do we know? Pumpkin spice everything. The chill in the air in the morning…and sweat by the afternoon. More gray and rain.
And PUMPKIN PATCHES at all the local farms!
It isn’t really fall until after the traditional visit to one of our amazing local farms that pull out all the stops to make sure visitors have a fall-bulous time. Here are some of our favorite farms and activities with links to their websites:
Carpinito Brothers Farm in Kent
What we love to do there:
- The corn maze (just make sure you give the kids a cell phone. Or don’t…)
- Shop at the country store for our many fall favorite foods
- The Rubber Duck Races at the Farm Fun Yard
- Rodeo Ropin Cows
Fox Hollow Farm in Issaquah
What we love to do there:
- See the cute animals at this animal sanctuary!
- Pumpkin pie and fresh apple cider from their cafe (what’s more fall than that?)
- Tractor hay ride
- Watching the salmon swim up stream in their creek!
Mosby Farms in Auburn
What we love to do there:
- Bring your doggo, they’re pet friendly! (Remember to scoop the poop)
- 50th anniversary of Man on the Moon corn maze!
- An epic u-pick pumpkin patch
What are some of your favorite local fall activities?
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Chevrolet’s lineup of cars gives us hope about the future of small and subcompact sedans and hatchbacks. If you’re looking for a small vehicle that can wind through streets and save fuel, these Chevy cars will do the trick.
2019 Spark
The 2019 Spark is the most affordable car on this list, but don’t let the low price tag fool you — it’s fully loaded with exciting features. This four-seater has a fantastic miles-per-gallon rating that will save you even more money at gas stations. Its fun paint colors and small size give it a nimble appearance. The Spark is phone-friendly, loaded with technological safety features, and is ready to zip through city streets like every day is Friday. Read the rest of this entry »
If there is one thing we, here in the Burien area, love more than our coffee…it’s dogs. Nothing is more Puget Sound than having a doggo that you love and adore. They are a part of the family and we treat them that way! The 2019 Chevy Equinox has loads of furry-friendly (and family-friendly) features to help you all get around. You will love the technology integration, including Amazon delivery.
Whether you need the perfect vehicle to bring home a furry (or not-so-furry) bundle of joy or help your long-time furry best friend get around, the Chevy Equinox is the vehicle for you.
Stop by Burien Chevrolet today to take the Chevy Equinox for a test drive!
5 Best Specialty Markets in Burien
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Burien, Washington, is a Mecca for food lovers, thanks to the great specialty markets that call our town home. Whether you’re looking for cured meat, tea, hand-crafted crafts, or fine chocolate, there are plenty of shops in the area you need to check out and revisit. Improve your kitchen and culinary life by visiting these five best specialty markets in Burien. Read the rest of this entry »
The world knows Seattle as the home of the modern coffee shop, but it’s also home to some of the freshest and highest quality food of any major city. Pike’s Market is a major destination for residents and visitors alike looking to purchase produce, fish, and many more gourmet selections. It should come as no surprise that, as one of the original “foodie” towns, it’s also home to an amazing collection of innovative farm to table restaurants. Let’s explore some of the exciting dining options in Seattle.
Sitka & Spruce
Located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, Sitka & Spruce offers a quintessential Pacific Northwest dining experience. The high ceilings, abundant glass, and vaguely industrial style of the space pairs well with warm design touches like light wooden tables and bars and vintage-style revolving desk chairs.
As the menu is created daily based on local ingredient availability, Sitka & Spruce is never the same place twice. Enjoy a little bit of everything with the signature three-course fixed-price lunch menu, featuring local cheeses, fresh vegetable terrines, and freshly baked bread with house-made butter. Vegetables also figure prominently on the dinner menu, dotted with interesting touches like hazelnuts and cured meats.
In addition to its mouth-watering food menu, Sitka & Spruce boasts a thoughtful wine menu and an innovative cocktail menu featuring flavorful bitters, amaros, and other emerging spirits.
Award Winning Chevrolet Models for 2019
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Chevrolet is renowned for making great cars, SUVs, and trucks and they are no strangers to receiving awards. Their dependability, NHTSA safety ratings, and driver satisfaction awards are among the accolades they regularly achieve. Here are the Chevrolet models that have won awards in 2019.
Chevrolet Tahoe
For the second consecutive year, the winner of the 2019 Edmunds award for the Buyers Most Wanted Large SUV was the Chevrolet Tahoe. Its luxurious driving experience, powerful performance, versatility, and contemporary design won over the hearts and the wallets of car buyers.
The Tahoe also won the 2019 Kelly Blue Book Best Resale Value for Full-Size SUV / Crossover. One of the important factors buyers take into account when looking for a new car is depreciation. The 2019 Tahoe is estimated to have a resale value of 55% after 36 months, and 43% at 60 months. When it’s time to trade in your SUV, you can be assured of the best price. Read the rest of this entry »
The 4 Best Farmers Markets Near Burien Washington
Washington State is home to an incredibly rich variety of produce, livestock, and other edible goods that are recognized the world over. Fortunately, we live right in the thick of this bounty and have easy access to local goods via an impressive network of farmers markets. Explore some of these markets here in Burien and the surrounding areas for a taste of our local delicacies.
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Burien Farmers Market
Each Thursday from early May until the end of October, Burien comes to life with its weekly farmers market. Located in the Burien town square, the market is a lively weekly happening where friends and neighbors come together to enjoy live music and crafts in addition to produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. Happenings like weekly yoga classes and other special events make this a can’t-miss weekly appointment for your calendar.
For heading out on a long road trip with your family or a group of friends, the 2019 Chevrolet Suburban is the ideal vehicle. It features a spacious and luxurious interior with seating for nine people and a huge amount of cargo. You have a choice of LS, LT, and Premier trim levels, and two powerful engines that offer superior towing capacity. Here are some of the Suburban’s great features:
Interior Comfort and Space
Inside the Suburban, you’ll find high-quality materials and craftsmanship. Even with a full complement of nine passengers, you have 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space. Versatile seating configurations enable you to optimize your passenger and cargo capacity. With the second and third rows folded flat, the Suburban provides a cavernous 121.7 cubic feet of cargo space.
For added convenience, Premier models offer power folding second- and third-row seats. For easy access to the cargo area, there is also a hands-free programmable liftgate. The seats are wide and supportive for comfort on a long journey. The LT has leather upholstery, while the Premier adds heated and ventilated front seats and heated second-row bucket seats.
Even before you enter the vehicle, the standard remote start activates the tri-zone climate control to cool or heat the interior to your preferred temperature. On the road, you can maintain the ideal climate.
The 3 Best Destinations for a Spa Getaway in Burien
Visiting a day spa is a perfect way to pamper yourself, rest, and recharge, especially if you’re too busy to stay somewhere overnight. Day spas are also ideal for spending quality time with your spouse or friends. Here are some of the best spas in the Burien area.
London House Salon & Spa
London House has been family-owned for more than 50 years and they offer a variety of luxurious options. Try the Swedish massage, the deep tissue massage, the couple’s massage, or the hot stone massage. An aromatherapy wrap with lemon, orange, peppermint, and ivy essential oils reduces toxins and fights cellulite. You can also get a facial for dry skin, wrinkles, dullness, sun spots, or fine lines. There’s even a facial with fragrance-free products for sensitive skin. Microdermabrasion, waxing, and several types of peels are available as well.
You can relax here Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. It closes an hour later on Wednesday and Thursday, and it’s open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
The Best Chocolate Treats in Burien
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In Burien, Washington, you can enjoy a dizzying array of chocolate delights. Whether you’re looking for a quaint, family-owned chocolate shop or a renowned chocolatier, this town has the delicious treats you desire. Take a look these excellent, chocolaty destinations where you can satisfy your sweet tooth with ease.
Bakery Nouveau
William Leaman’s Bakery Nouveau is a well-known Seattle icon with more than two decades of experience making awesome pastries and chocolates. This place received the Reader’s Choice award for Best Bakery from Seattle Magazine in 2015. They’ve also been featured in Sunset Magazine, Pastry and Baking North America, Bake magazine, and other publications.
Their newest location is in Burien, and they offer decadent brownies and hand-crafted chocolates and chocolate bars. You can choose a box of your favorite chocolates or stop by for a single piece. You should also try the classic chocolate cake with dark chocolate mousse and glaze or the chocolate mocha cheesecake. Bakery Nouveau is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day except Sunday, when it closes at 6 p.m. Read the rest of this entry »
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