Garner Property Services

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Jessica

Local Favorites Seal of Approval Phone: (509) 460-7660
Email: jim@garnerps.com
Facebook: Garner Property Services
Website: www.garnerps.com

Thinking of remodeling? Need someone to finish that “honey-do” list? Have residential or commercial properties that need ongoing maintenance? Never fear! Garner Property Services is here to help!
GPS is locally owned and operated with over 20 years experience in all phases of building repair and maintenance and even remodeling! The company is family-oriented, committed to our community. The owners have experience in residential and community property management, sales and leasing, and industrial construction property management.

What can GPS help you with? Just a few of the services include: Both interior and exterior painting, plumbing and electrical, doors and windows, cabinetry, carpet/tile/vinyl flooring installation, drywall installation and repair, roofing repair, HVAC, and other home repairs. What’s more? GPS employs in-house painters, finish carpenters, and home maintenance technicians so your installation or repair is top notch.

Jennifer and Jessica recommend Garner Property Services for all your home and business needs.

Columbia Kayak Adventures

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Jennifer

Local Favorites Seal of Approval Address: 710-D George Washington Way Richland, WA 99352
Facebook: Columbia Kayak Adventures
Phone: (509) 947-5901
Website: www.columbiakayakadventures.com
Email: info@columbiakayakadventures.com

Want to get out on the River and enjoy some of the natural habitat on the shores of the mighty Columbia, Snake or Yakima Rivers? No boat? No kayak? No stand up paddle board? No problem when you plan your next adventure with Columbia Kayak Adventures!

Besides offering state-of-the-art equipment, customer service and high quality instruction for any age, or skill level, they also host plenty of amazing trips throughout the year. Imagine paddling through Palouse Falls, Hanford Reach, Pelican Island or even Orcas Island for a five day tour! They even have a Full Moon Cruise if you are looking for a nighttime adventure.

CKA makes it so easy by providing everything you need right on the spot including dry bag to hold onto your valuables. They even send you out with water and, on extended trips, provide lunch! So anytime you have a few hours you can easily head over, gear up, and head out for a peaceful day on the water.

Jessica and I discovered paddle boarding last summer and I am hooked! We also took our girls. Chris drove us up to the WSU Richland Campus where we paddled down enjoying the clear shallows on the Richland side. We saw many birds, flowers and lots of deer, and even stopped along the way for a snack.

If you are interested in learning to kayak or paddle board we highly recommend locally owned and operated, Columbia Kayak Adventures. Right now due to time of year they are offering pool classes if you would prefer to learn in a more controlled environment. Call the store at (509) 947-5901 to book your boat adventure today!

Ariel Gourmet & Gifts

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Jennifer

Local Favorites Seal of Approval Address: 617 The Parkway Richland, WA 99352
Facebook: Ariel Gourmet & Gifts
Phone: (509) 946-3314
Website: www.arielgourmet.com
Email: arielgourmet@frontier.com

We have found one of the best gift shops in Richland: Ariel Gourmet and gifts located on The Parkway and across from Casa Mia and the Richland Players. At Ariel Gourmet & Gifts you will find quality kitchen wares from well known companies such as Le Creuset, Messermeister and Berndes, specialty gourmet foods, gifts from companies such as Thymes, Northwest gift baskets and Northwest wines.

According to their website, entrepreneur Ellen Hunter chose the name “Ariel” to depict the store’s “free and airy spirit” similar to Shakespeare’s unforgettable character in “The Tempest”. She strives to get her customers excited about cooking by offering a wide variety of kitchen wares that enhance the enjoyment of cooking.

Have a houseful of people coming for the holidays? Check out her specialty selections for ethnic cooking such Spanish paella pans! Looking to make that special heritage dish? They have Scandinavian Krumkake bakers, German Bundt pans, and French crepe pans. If sushi is on your must-have holiday meals list – Ariel Gourmet & Gifts has you covered! Visit their aromatic espresso bar to power you up for your shopping experience!

Visit Ariel Gourmet & Gifts for all the cooks on your Christmas list this year. This is a one-stop shop for us and we are thrilled to share it with you!

Grill on Gage

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Jennifer

Address: 8524 W. Gage Blvd (across from Costco) Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 396-6435
Website: www.grillongage.com
Email: grillongage@gmail.com
Facebook: Grill on Gage

Cruise Gage Boulevard in Kennewick and you’ll find the exception to the “rule” of national chain franchise restaurants. Grill on Gage, locally owned and operated by Cara McDonald, offers Casual Classy Dining, eclectic local art and live music. At Grill on Gage, Chef Brian Hodges is cooking up fresh ingredients with local vibe and worldly skill. Brian prepares the delectable dishes with fresh herbs and vegetables sourced locally. The atmosphere is fun and casual. Lunch and dinner served Tuesday through Saturday 11 am to 9 pm with live music performed every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night.

They feature beer and wine from the Pacific Northwest and around the world. Smoked prime rib is a favorite on the weekends (reservations suggested). They’re easy to find, directly across the street from Costco. Let you nose lead the way to the pick-up sized smoker on Gage Blvd. Local Favorites Seal of Approval smoking up the best Texas style BBQ favorites in the Tri-Cities! Baby back ribs, chickens, and pulled pork are local favorites, just to name a few. Come in kick back and unwind at Grill on Gage.

Jennifer & Jessica’s Local Favorites – Kindra’s Wok ‘N Roll

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Jennifer

Jennifer & Jessica’s Local Favorites!

Name: Kindra’s Wok ‘N Roll
Address: It’s a food truck!
Facebook: Kindra’s Wok ‘N Roll
Phone: (509) 492-0733

Kai had dreamt of opening a restaurant since she was 14, inspired by her aunts and uncles in the North Carolina restaurant business. The family is full of great chefs, from her mother, aunts and uncles to her in-laws. Kai and her husband, My, wanted to own and operate a family business, and when they decided to open a restaurant, it included her brother-in-law Vixay. They went mobile to appeal to the Tri-City market, which didn’t have any Asian food trucks.

The truck is named after their daughter, Kindra, who passed away in 2012 from complications of bacterial pneumonia. Since then, they have formed a non-profit organization, the KMP foundation, and all proceeds from egg roll sales go directly to the foundation.

Since opening, they have been located in John Dam Plaza but will move to 9th Street in Richland, near PNNL. They attend community events to provide fresh Asian food and the menu and location changes are updated daily on Facebook.

They cater for private events too! Just call (509) 492-0733.

The motto, “Offering excellent customer service and fresh affordable meals,” is no joke; after dining there a few times, they will not only remember your name, but also your order AND THE FOOD IS AMAZING!!!

Now go buy some egg rolls!

Jennifer and Jessica’s Local Favorites: Windy River Meats!

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Jennifer

Windy River Meats isn’t your average start up business. Born in Kennewick, owner, Korey Lancaster is the 4th generation in his family to enter into the meat processing business. In the early 1960’s Korey’s grandfather, Bob Schutz, opened a custom meat cutting and butchering facility in Pasco, following in the footsteps of his parents who were butchers.

Bob’s Custom Meats grew to include locker beef sales, custom smokehouses, and sausage manufacturing. In 1982, Bob’s son Byran bought the business and continues to run the custom side of the business in his location off of Burden Blvd – the best place in town for custom butchering and wild game processing.

Korey learned to cut meat in this facility and it was through Bryan’s mentoring that Korey and his wife Staci were able to open up their own retail location in the lot to the North of Bryan’s Butcher Block.

Windy River Meats opened in March of this year, offering the freshest of local meats, cheeses, beer and wines. All fresh meats are butchered in-house. Korey uses family recipes, and some of his own, to make his fresh and smoked sausages from scratch. Their mouth-watering, thick cut homemade bacon is a huge seller, as is their homemade Jerky and Snack Sticks. They have just started to phase in local grass-fed beef and have Montana grass-fed buffalo in the back. Their motto is “if you don’t see, just ask and we will cut it fresh!” They are also happy to try and order items in they are not stocked. There is a monthly fresh seafood pre-order list via email and Facebook in which they bring in the freshest of fish, shellfish and more. The holidays will bring pre-ordered Smoked Turkeys, Peach Brandy, Apricot, and Honey Hams and Seasoned and/or Smoked Rib Roasts. Windy River Meats strives to bring quality and value back to your table. Stop by and check them out today!

Address: 4903 Robert Wayne Drive, Pasco, WA 99301
Facebook: Windy River Meats
Website: www.windyrivermeats.com
Email: windyrivermeats@hotmail.com
Phone: 509-545-8485