The best magazine never to hit the newsstands debuted earlier this month. Pike Place Palate features stories on all things food-related at the Market. I was honored to write the introduction for the premiere issue of the magazine, in which you’ll discover shopping tips, features on farms and farming, as well as recipes from Market farmers and restaurateurs. This twice-a-year publication will be mailed to downtown Seattle residents, but those living outside the Market neighborhood can order a copy by visiting the Market Web site.

And now that summer is in full swing, why not pick up a copy of the Pike Place Market Cookbook or the Pike Place Public Market Seafood Cookbook for fresh recipe ideas from the Market’s leading farmers, fishmongers, restaurateurs, and chefs?