Amanda & Brandon
Things To Do
Our Favorite Restaurants
Over the past ten years in Bellingham, we have made an effort to dine at as many local resturants as possible. Here is a list of our favorites: Fiamma Burger $ Coconut Kenny’s (Pizza & Sandwiches) $ D'Anna's Cafe Italiano (Italian) $$ The Black Cat (American) $$ Wanida Thai Bistro (Thai)$$ Redlight (Asian Food & Cocktails) $$ Old Town Cafe (Breakfast with Vegan options) $$ Bar Cicotti (Italian Wine Bar & Small Plates) $$ Roe (Northwest/Farm-to-table) $$$ *Our favorite restaurant Mallard Ice Cream $
Our Favorite Breweries
Bellingham is known for it's wide range of highly decorated craft breweries and here are some of the our favorites: Aslan Brewing Company: Organic and Sustainably Brewed Beer with Full Restaurant El Suenito Brewing Company: Queer Owned Mexican Brewery with Tamales & Tacos Stemma Brewing Company: All-Around Great Beer with Food Trucks Trackside Beer Garden: Outdoor Beer Garden with Food Trucks Schweinhaus: Outdoor Beer Garden with German Pretzels & Sausages Elizabeth Station: Beer Hall with Beer from around the World & Pizza
Bellingham Farmer's Market
Every Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM, this Farmer's Market has been a staple in our relationship from the beginning. Taking the time to explore this market and support local farmers is something we look forward to during the summer.
Fairhaven
This historical village contains some of our favorite restaurants, bars, & boutique shops. During the summer, you can walk from shop to shop exploring each local small business. Some of our favorite stops include: Village Books, Drizzle, Galloway’s, Iron Rooster Bakery, & Babygreen’s Plant Shop.
Boulevard Park
This accessible bayside park is a perfect place to take a casual walk, grab a cup of coffee, & enjoy the beauty of Bellingham Bay & the surrounding San Juan Islands.
Whatcom Falls Park
We love exploring the three and half miles of trails, which features a number of waterfalls, still pools, & forests along the Whatcom Creek Gorge. Prefect for a little mid-day adventure in town.
Larrabee State Park
Fun fact: This was the location of our engagement photos. Bonus fun fact: Amanda's Dad's (Jim) senior project at Western Washington University was a proposed expansion to the park.
Oyster Dome Trailhead
For our hikers, you can't miss out on the most iconic and breathtaking hike Bellingham has to offer.
Pickford Film Center
Calling all movie buffs, this non-profit arthouse theater is open 365 days a year and is always screening unique and thought provoking films. The couple can be found here quite often and are Pickford devoted members.
Comics Place
Locally owned shop located in downtown Bellingham where Brandon gets comics, trading cards, & board games.