John Riggs was born and raised in Yakima. He moved away from Washington state for about 10 years, but moved back home, bringing along his wife and three kids. You'll find John in town snapping photos when he's covering new business openings, especially restaurants. He loves to help spread the word, and to encourage folks to shop local first. John also loves to travel, always looking for quick weekend getaways, attending events, and fan expos around the country. Don't be too shy to say, "Hi!"
John Riggs
I Ordered the Most Expensive Dish at Yakima Steak Company
Yakima has some of the best restaurants in all of Washington State. When it comes to 'farm-to-fork' we grow all the produce, we raise all the cattle, we brew our own beer, we have our own vineyards -- there's no reason to go to New York or even Paris for great food...
The Best Bread Pudding in the World isn’t in England or the South, but in Yakima, WA
Bread Pudding is one of those dessert options that had be confused as a kid.
"...so, it's pudding made from bread?"
No, not exactly. Well, Yes, but still.
It originated in England where 'pudding' is the same as saying 'dessert' so saying bread pudding implies it's a dessert of some sort made from bread...
Legendary CA Restaurant, In-N-Out Burgers, is Finally Coming to WA
It's about time! Looks like Washington State is finally getting an In-N-Out Burgers and it's not in Seattle.
What Does Coca-Cola Spiced Taste Like? [TASTE TEST]
I love it when Coca-Cola releases a new flavor. I mean, I'm okay just drinking Coke-flavored Coke but the new flavors are fun to try and gives us something to talk about. Kind of like how Oreos and Lay's potato chips have new flavors all the time...
It’s Chocomania at your local Krispy Kreme this Month
Krispy Kreme is always doing something fun to keep you coming back for more. Just about any time of year they'll feature limited edition doughnuts for a little while until the next holiday comes up.
Right now, it's a chocoholic's paradise as the limited edition doughnuts are all made with Hershey's...
These WA School Districts are Some of the Most Envied by Others
While it seems that school districts in our valley have to scrimp and save and fundraise just about everything we can to create a sense of normalcy for our children, there are some schools that are the envy of others, and for all the right reasons...
This WA Grocery Store On the List for Worst Prices in America
In today's day and age, you gotta save money as much as you can. Trips to the grocery store are always a nerve-racking experience if you're trying to save money as everything else is trying to jump into your basket. All you need are the essentials and you got some candy bar screaming your name...
Radcon in Tri-Cities is an Event You Need to Experience for Yourself
I had the joy of attending Radcon this past weekend in Tri-Cities. Radcon is a fan convention that's hard to pinpoint on what it is, exactly. It's all about Sci-Fi. It's all about table-top board games. It's all about fantasy authors. It's all about cosplay...
This WA Grocery Store Named One of the Best in America
When it comes to grocery stores, many people have their preference. Some love certain ones for location or the service they get or the items they know where they are. Then there are some grocery stores that you never visit due to location from where you are, but when you do go it's like you're on vacation in a new area...
Open Letter to Porter’s BBQ in Tri-Cities: Open a Location in Yakima!
I was in Tri-Cities over the weekend and as we were looking for a place to eat, I drove past this place called Porter's Real Barbecue. It was a place that, admittedly, I hadn't heard of and won the popular vote from a car of two (myself and one of my kids) so let's check it out...