Lewis (Gobin),” says Mike of his unique, Coast Salish design. “The Taste of Tulalip logo was inspired by my father, Thomas J. The logo he created was etched and printed onto wine glasses, dinner plates, and various marketing materials. That’s why Tulalip artist Mike Gobin was chosen to design this year’s Taste of Tulalip logo. Tulalip artists continue to use traditional tools and techniques, while also using computer graphics, power tools, laser cuts and more to bring both traditional and innovative forms of Coast Salish art to the 21 st century. Tulalip traditions were also highlighted throughout the evening. In tribute, Tulalip chefs recreated many of their beloved recipes, paired with a global offering of rare, top wines. The evening’s inspiration came from the love of Italian grandmothers everywhere who have a special passion for cooking amazing food every day for their families. If the visuals weren’t enough to have you thinking you were in little Italy, then the live musicians, from an opera singer to a mandolin player, definitely did the trick. In sticking with the theme, the Orca Ballroom was completely decked out in Italian backdrops, tapestry, fountains, and even live performance art. The theme of this year’s dinner was “La Famiglia”, which is Italian for “the family”. On Friday evening, Four-hundred and fifty guests filled the Orca Ballroom for the Taste of Tulalip’s 7 th Annual Celebration Dinner. This year, the Taste of Tulalip celebrated its seventh anniversary over the weekend of November 13. More of a food and wine experience than an event, the two-day Taste of Tulalip showcases gourmet food and an assortment of fine wine hand-selected by Tulalip’s top-notch culinary team, led by Executive Chef Perry Mascitti and award-winning Sommelier Tommy Thompson. The event is the annual Taste of Tulalip, Washington State’s coveted culinary festival of the year. In fact, this event has little to do with slot machines or table games at all. But, there is one event, held one weekend of the year where the TRC transforms itself from much, much more than the casino we often think of it as. As a Four Diamond Award winner, the TRC consistently delivers a luxurious experience, complete with a high level of service, amenities, and impressive surroundings. Day and night the TRC staff are hard at work, dedicated to providing excellent customer service. The Tulalip Resort and Casino (TRC) routinely displays all the reasons why it has earned the coveted AAA Four Diamond Award every year since 2009.

By Micheal Rios, Tulalip News photos courtesy Maria Capili Photography

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