"My husband is a Seattleite and a seafood snob." Tells us Mamakoo founder Irene. So she asked, "What’s the difference between a $$ sushi which is perfectly fresh and delicious and the fancier $$$-$$$$ sushi?" Turns out the latter likely uses local ingredients as well as any specialty ingredients flown from Japan or other parts of the world.
Of course, sushi isn’t the only seafood specialty. A full gamut of casual to formal seafood-forward restaurants showcase the local assortment. How about fresh-shucked, creamy oysters, sliders with juicy oyster fritters, geoduck crudo with a gentle squeeze of lime juice, flaky fish & chips, or salmon chowder?
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🚗 Imagine driving down the Amalfi Coast, admiring the blue waters and hopping off for a bite.
You’d stroll down the hill on a narrow path, soaking in the sun or perhaps finding shade under whimsical lavender wisteria vines that casually hang under pergolas. Continue exploring your way around town past the mom & pop shops selling lemon-scented soaps and linen shirts. Stop by a local-recommended restaurant and opt for al fresco dining. How about some simple yet flavorful seafood pasta and delizia al limone over a glass of Italian wine?
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Where can I travel without quarantine or COVID restrictions?
Summer is around the corner and COVID restrictions are loosening up, which means our itch for travel cannot wait anymore. Mamakoo team put together a quick table below for any restrictions in our destinations.
Source: Sherpa, Embassy websites
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