The Rhododendron Cafe

Ode to the Rhododendron Cafe


Oh, Rhododendron Cafe, you are marvelous, darling. 

Tucked away in the Skagit Valley, open Spring thru the Fall, I suggested we visit you and it made me look like I was really smart and cultured.  I remembered how great you were before, and my memory turns out to be pretty sharp. 

Let's start with your entrance.  I adore the love notes that cover your walls. 

I much appreciate your garden room.  It makes me feel like I'm eating in a garden. 

And I love your menu.

First up, Sopa de Quattro.  Spanish inspired soup, with a tomato based broth, clams, mussels, ham, and probably crack, because its amazing.

Next, roasted peppers with goat cheese and crusty grilled bread. 

And finally, Salted. Caramel. Ice. Cream.

Otherwise known, as Heaven. 

I mean, let's just take a moment here. 

I'm not exaggerating just for creative purposes.  This ice cream ruins all other ice cream. 

We even wrote our own love note in its honor.

I don't know which one is suppose to be me. 

I fully endorse The Rhododendron Cafe, located in Skagit County.  Each month features a new cusine from around the world.  I hope it always features Salted Caramel Ice Cream.  Otherwise, that would be cruel.

Go get some.