The South Sound's table, in one place
Tacoma Table is Tacoma TV 97's home for eating and drinking around Tacoma and the South Sound. Food & Drink covers the kitchens, taprooms, food trucks and waterfront tables; Coffee follows the roasters, cafés and espresso bars that keep the 253 running.
Here on The Whole Table you will find our house guides, the latest local food headlines and every partner announcement on board. Announcements about food or coffee are filed in those sections; everything else lands right here.
From the Table Guides from our food & coffee desk
How to Read a Taproom Beer Menu: ABV, IBU and Styles Explained
The numbers and words on a craft beer board tell you a lot about what will land in your glass. Here is how to decode them.
Food & Drink · From the SoundPacific Northwest Oysters: A Beginner's Guide to Ordering and Enjoying Them
Puget Sound is one of the country's great oyster regions. A few basics make the first dozen far more enjoyable.
Food & Drink · Home kitchenCooking Salmon at Home: Simple Methods That Keep It Moist
Salmon is forgiving if you watch the heat and the clock. Three easy methods and the one number to remember.
Coffee · Brew guidePour-Over Coffee at Home: A Simple Ratio-Based Method
You do not need a café setup to make a clean, sweet cup. A scale, a kettle and a ratio do most of the work.
Coffee · Café menuEspresso Drinks Decoded: Cortado, Flat White, Macchiato and More
Most café menus are built from the same two ingredients. What changes is the amount and texture of the milk.
Coffee · Roasting 101Light, Medium or Dark Roast? What Roast Level Really Changes
Roast level shapes flavor more than almost anything else on the bag. Here is what each one tends to taste like.
The Whole Table · Table mannersTipping in Restaurants, Bars and Cafés: A Practical Guide
Tipping customs in the U.S. can feel like guesswork. These are the common norms most people follow.
The Whole Table · Market calendarEating With the Seasons in the Pacific Northwest
From spring asparagus to winter squash, a simple guide to what is usually at its best in Washington through the year.
The Whole Table · Kitchen safetyLeftovers and Food Safety: The Simple Rules Worth Knowing
A few easy habits keep takeout and home-cooked leftovers safe to eat. Here are the guidelines food safety agencies recommend.
South Sound food headlines
Today's manifest 438 announcements on board
Glacier Travel America LLC Highlights the Value of Working with Experienced Agents for Couples Planning Cruise Getaways
As online booking platforms multiply, Glacier Travel America LLC is making the case that couples benefit most from worki…
Paid Partner Announcement
LegacyGuard Estate Planning On Why So Many Inherited Homes End Up Being Sold
Future heirs often picture keeping the family home. People who have actually inherited property are much more likely to…
Paid Partner Announcement
When the Cloud Goes Down, the Lights Should Stay On: Virginia Navy Veteran Builds Offline-First Lighting Control for Small Venues
A year after a major cloud outage left smart home devices unresponsive, DMX Smart Link founder Roman Khomitch makes the…
Paid Partner Announcement
From Spain to Central Florida Homes: Veteran Foster Kenneth Wright on the New Wave of Rescued Spanish Greyhounds
With greyhound racing nearly gone from the United States, the Dogs Life Express owner now devotes most of his rescue wor…
Paid Partner Announcement
After Losing Her Husband, Brother and Mother in 14 Months, Texas Film Producer Vicki O'Brien Rebuilds Her Life Through Writing and a New Apparel Brand
As the holiday season approaches, the founder of Authentically Broken speaks about starting over after loss and why she…
Paid Partner Announcement
JUJU Bean Coffee Company LLC Brings a Grandmother’s Dream to Life Through Specialty Coffee Blends Delivered through out the United States.
JUJU Bean Coffee & Company LLC is redefining the specialty coffee landscape by offering premium flavored blends and deli…
Paid Partner Announcement
JUJU Bean Coffee and Company LLC Brings a Grandmother’s Dream to Life Through Specialty Coffee Blends Delivered through out the United States.
JUJU Bean Coffee & Company LLC is redefining the specialty coffee landscape by offering premium flavored blends and deli…
Paid Partner Announcement
JUJU Bean Coffee & Company LLC Brings a Grandmother’s Dream to Life Through Specialty Coffee Blends Delivered through out the United States.
JUJU Bean Coffee & Company LLC is redefining the specialty coffee landscape by offering premium flavored blends and deli…
Paid Partner Announcement
Founder Nio DiPietrantonio Explains Why 86 DEFEAT Refuses to Glorify Burnout in the Restaurant and Hospitality Industry
86 DEFEAT founder Nio DiPietrantonio is challenging the way the restaurant and hospitality industry talks about hard wor…
Paid Partner Announcement
The Industry Chews People Up. 86 Defeat Is Here for the Ones Still Standing.
A clothing and culture brand that doesn't look away from what hospitality work really costs
Paid Partner Announcement
E-BOOTS Confirms SMART Boot Project Enters Production Stage, Expands Into Connected Heated Apparel and Accessories
E-BOOTS has confirmed that its SMART boot project has officially entered the production stage, representing a significan…
Paid Partner Announcement
Bareluxes Expands Its Collection of Affordable Gift Options Designed to Make Every Occasion Special for Loved Ones
Bareluxes has broadened its curated selection of budget-friendly gifts, offering shoppers a range of thoughtful options…
Paid Partner Announcement