If having a room close to the airport is part of your ideal visit to Walla Walla, you’ll want to unpack at SureStay by Best Western. Just a three-minute drive from the Walla Walla Regional Airport, the hotel is conveniently located off U.S. Highway 12—1.4 miles from air service, as well as Airport District tasting … Read More
Here’s part two of our pizza pie roundup (click here for part one). We’re sharing a few of our favorite mom-and-pop pizzerias further afield but oh, so worth the short drive. Mangiare! American 35 Owners Tom and Judy Bennett had a life-changing experience in Pieve di Brancoli north of Lucca, Italy, when the caretaker for … Read More
Ah, the beloved pizza pie, arguably one of the best comfort foods no matter the season, and when in Walla Walla, no matter the wine pairing. There’s no shortage of mom-and-pop pizzerias – here are a few locals’ favorites. Mangiare! Big Cheese Big Cheese is a Walla Walla institution, founded by Bill and Ilene Hepler … Read More
By Vicki Hillhouse What do you get when a homespun holiday kickoff in a picturesque town pairs with a celebration of world-class wine and food? A packed weekend with something for everyone. Two longstanding Walla Walla traditions combine Dec. 6-8 for a reimagined Holiday Barrel Weekend. Wend your way through new vintages and savor a … Read More
Move over, Merlot. In Walla Walla, a cohort of winemakers and wine pros are going all in on Grenache, an earthy, fruity red wine famous in the Rhône region of France, and more recently abroad. The second annual Grenache Fest takes place Friday, November 8th and Saturday, November 9th at the Marcus Whitman Hotel and … Read More
Walla Walla’s lively taco truck scene has a cult-like following for good reason – there are a whopping eight and counting. Steeped in tradition and the authentic recipes passed down through generations rival the best Mexican food on wheels anywhere. Here are some standouts to get your taco on: Agapas Mexican Cravings Tacos and craft … Read More
Whether your visit is a foodie foray, job-related jaunt or a relaxing respite, Courtyard by Marriott Walla Walla serves up space, menus and amenities to meet every need imaginable for your trip. Located just west of the downtown Walla Walla gateway on Rose Street, its location is perfect for walking to performances at the Gesa … Read More
You can’t miss the historic Marcus Whitman hotel on a trip to Walla Walla. Literally or figuratively. For starters, there’s the massive size. Built at the corner of Second Avenue and Rose Street at a central downtown corner in 1928 as the grandest hotel for at least 150 miles, it towers over nearby buildings. At … Read More
Where the rolling hills of golden wheat fold themselves into wooded canyons and creek beds, tucked away like a secret letter into a sacred hiding spot, Stella’s Homestead is a love letter to the Walla Walla Valley’s natural and historical landscapes. The Coppei Creek runs right through the fold of Stella’s Homestead. The word coppei … Read More
With all of Walla Walla’s renowned warmth and friendliness—and none of its sales tax—wine tasting around Milton-Freewater, Oregon offers an enriching view into the unique cross border American Viticultural Area (AVA) that is the Walla Walla Valley. Just across the state line, it’s an easy day trip from Walla Walla. Here’s how to make the … Read More
