The random treasures in this neighborhood never cease to amaze. Take for example, the discovery — per a flyer pinned to a wall in Bloom Bistro — of a culinary school conveniently located on Corson Avenue. Full of curiosity, I contact the owner, extend an introduction, and after a brief electronic exchange, schedule a meeting. Name : Elaine Sher (she/her) Residency in Georgetown : A transplant to Seattle over 20 years ago for a career in tech, Elaine purchased her property in the neighborhood...

A neighborhood grocery store and farmer’s market were two longstanding wishlist items of mine since becoming a Georgetown resident. Little did I know one common denominator, one person, would reign supreme at the helm of both. Enter Marisa. Marisa stocking shelves inside Bloom Bistro. Image by shon't. Name : Marisa Figueroa (she/her) Residency in Georgetown : Marisa’s association to the neighborhood is linked to her business, Bloom Bistro & Grocery. She currently dwells in nearby South Park...

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