Food & Wine

Winery fully acquires prized Horse Heaven Hills vineyard

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:00:00 -0400

A Snohomish-based winery has acquired full ownership of one of the more coveted vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills.

Shop known for custom ice cream creations opens in Richland

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Richland has a new reason to scream for ice cream.

Bankrupt West Richland winemaker sells wine label

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A California-based winery has bought the branding for a West Richland winemaker that declared bankruptcy earlier this year.

A new spot for your chicken fix is open in Pasco

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Another fast-food restaurant specializing in southern-style chicken has opened in the Tri-Cities.

Iconic Thai restaurant wraps up successful fundraiser

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A popular Richland restaurant and night life spot has met its goal to raise $100,000 for a major reconstruction project in order to remain open.

New restaurants add variety to Tri-Cities dining scene

rachel@tcjournal.biz — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

New restaurants across the Tri-Cities are opening their doors this summer, offering food from breakfast selections to diner and Mexican fare.

This fleet of ice cream trucks serves up nostalgia, one scoop at a time

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Meet the family behind the red-and-white striped ice cream trucks serving up oversized scoops and joyful nostalgia throughout the Tri-Cities.

Signature seafood restaurant founder dies

ty@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The founder of a chain of sit-down seafood restaurants across the Pacific Northwest, including in Richland, has died.

Demo begins ahead of new burger joint build

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Crews have begun tearing down part of the restaurant that formerly housed a national fast food chain in preparation for a Pacific Northwest favorite’s first Tri-City location.

Pasco seeks farmers market, specialty kitchen operator

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The city of Pasco is seeking proposals for the management and operation of two city-owned programs and facilities.

Walla Walla wine facility shutting down

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington state’s largest wine producer is consolidating its southeast Washington operations as it focuses on strengthening the company’s long-term sustainability.

Horse Heaven Hills winemakers buy Prosser winery facility

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Three winemakers, two of them longtime tenants of a 20-year-old building at Prosser’s Vintners Village, have come together to buy and fully occupy it.

Wine leaders join forces to promote WA wines

Tue, 26 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Leaders from some of the largest players in Washington wine will now work together to promote the state’s industry across the country.

Emerald of Siam raising $100K for required upgrades to stay open

Tue, 19 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

One of the Tri-Cities’ most iconic restaurants and performance venues is asking for the community’s financial support as it faces a major reconstruction project in order to stay in business.

Habit Burger on Canal Drive opens May 20

Sun, 17 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The Tri-Cities’ second Habit Burger & Grill opens this week, bringing the California-based fast food chain’s charburgers into the growing Columbia Center shopping and entertainment area.

This brewery is still tapping into success after nearly 30 years

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The owners of Ice Harbor Brewing Co. in Kennewick have tapped into a business partnership that has lasted longer than many marriages. Yet here the two owners are, closing in on three decades together as the founders of a brewery that regularly produces award-winning beer that draws legions of fans.

Longtime Italian restaurateurs list property ahead of retirement

rachel@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The owners of a Kennewick restaurant which has been dishing up authentic Italian food for more than a quarter of a century have put it on the market to prepare for retirement.

Farmers markets beginning to open

Mon, 04 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Farmers market season kicks off this month with Pasco welcoming vendors and patrons alike to its downtown mercado.

Game on: Dave & Buster’s planning Tri-Cities location

ty@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Another option for a fun night out with friends and family has plans to come to the Mid-Columbia.

Vista Field’s first restaurant is now open

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Looking for a new spot for Japanese cuisine? Vista Field’s first restaurant opened on April 20 with limited seating.

West Richland winery declares bankruptcy

ty@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A West Richland winery that has sold most of its wine to an Italian wine producer for the past 15 year plans to liquidate its inventory over the coming months to pay back its creditors.

Richland store offers warehouse-style shopping, without a membership

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:30:00 -0400

CHEF’STORE in Richland offers professional chefs and home cooks a wide selection of restaurant-quality ingredients, kitchen equipment, and catering supplies—all without a membership fee.

Brunch with a Mexican flair? Say no more – unless you also say mimosa flights

ty@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:30:00 -0400

A popular Yakima brunch spot featuring mimosa flights, a menu with Mexican flavors and bright pink and flowery decor is opening a second location in Kennewick.

Burger joint prepares move into vacant drive-in

ty@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:30:00 -0400

The Tri-Cities is one step closer to getting its first location of a popular Portland-area burger joint.

Opening date set for new Columbia Gardens brewery

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A brewery which signed a lease in October for a space at Port of Kennewick’s Columbia Gardens Artisan Village is opening this month.

Fire damages downtown Kennewick restaurant

ty@tcjournal.biz — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Firefighters were dispatched to a Mexican restaurant in downtown Kennewick after passersby saw black smoke billowing from the building. Firefighters also found another furry surprise on the building’s roof.

Richland banana bread bistro closing shop

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A social club that sought to foster community and creativity while also slinging more than two dozen varieties of banana bread and soups will close at the end of March.

Mercer acquires four wine brands, grows winemaking team

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400

One of the Mid-Columbia's oldest wineries is growing its portfolio and pool of expert winemakers.

Award-winning entrepreneurs team up to showcase French cuisine

rachel@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Two business owners who met at an awards event honoring them for their entrepreneurship have teamed up to take the reins of a Richland restaurant and bar, bringing a focus on hospitality and French food – along with a new name.

Local eatery opens at Howard Amon Park location

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A popular West Richland restaurant has moved into the space most recently occupied by a brewery near Richland’s Howard Amon Park.