If you wanna talk to someone from out of town who's still in her honeymoon phase with Seattle, look no further than this gal right here! I was born and raised in southern California, and have fully assimilated to Pacific Northwest culture; I get grumpy if I'm away from trees and water for too long. Believe it or not, I migrated up here in 2010 to be a professional actor -- the Seattle theatre scene is inclusive and thriving. However, in order to make rent, I spent a lot of time post-college doing the other thing I'm good at: working front-of-house in restaurants. Being in the food industry has enriched my life in a couple ways; first, it taught me to be present with, and appreciate, my food -- which is probably why I now work for a company called "Savor." Secondly, it further reinforced for me the idea of community-building through the sharing of quality food. Pike Place is one big jewel-colored, seafood-throwing, guitar-strumming, cinnamon-and-patchouli-smelling community, and it is still my absolute favorite place in the city to spend time in. When I'm not giving food and cultural tours at the Market, you'll find me onstage in various theatre productions all over the Seattle area, singing karaoke in one of the magnificent dive bars in Greenwood, or doing very important work research at local brunches and happy hours.

Born and raised in the eastside suburbs of Seattle, I have always been proud to be from the Pacific Northwest. The funny thing is, I had to move away from home for a while to really understand that. I studied musical theatre in college and with stars in my eyes moved to New York City after graduating. It is there that I became a professional foodie! For six years I led food tours of Greenwich Village. All along, my heart was home in the Northwest, so two years ago I made the move back to Seattle.

There are few things I miss about New York, but I do find myself missing my Greenwich Village community. I would walk down Bleecker Street in the morning before my tour and I felt like “Belle” in the opening of Beauty and the Beast, waving to the butcher and the baker. I know I am comparing my life to a Disney movie, but that really is the way it was. I have rediscovered that in Pike Place Market, where the motto is “Meet the Producer.” Today, I am thrilled to work as a food tour guide again, but this time in my favorite city!

Katya was born in raised in the delicious and diverse melting pot of Miami, FL.  She ventured west to Seattle, WA to earn her BFA in Theatre & Original Works at Cornish College of the Arts.  She graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2015 and has been working as a professional Actor, Director, and Dialect Coach ever since.  However, the rumor is true -- artists do need day jobs!  Katya joined Savor Seattle as a Tour Guide in the Spring of 2016 and has thoroughly enjoyed eating her way through the rich, inspiring history of Pike Place.  After three years with the company, she was promoted to Tour Guide Training Specialist and she is ecstatic about the new, challenging, and empowering and responsibilities on her plate!   

I'm "originally" from Montana, in the sense that I've been there since I was four. But after enough time in the woods and the wilds, I decided to tackle a somewhat more refined bit of nature - Seattle. The Emerald City has been my home now for a couple of years, and is so diverse in its brews, its eats, and its activities. Finally getting to eat something beyond burgers has been a delight in-and-of-itself, and I love getting to explore the variety of cuisines in the area. I also get to work in Pike Place Market as a barista, which lets me make friends with everyone there and learn the ins and outs of Seattle's iconic beating heart. When I'm not eating or hitting up food wagons at Seattle's various breweries, I love to drag my dog out for hikes or just lounge in the sun with the pup and my girlfriend. 

I moved from Western New York to the Seattle area in 1990 to work for a small software company named Microsoft. On the job I had a chance to travel frequently in Europe and the Middle East with the added benefit of connecting with the various cultures and food. When I lived in Germany for four years, I enjoyed the flavor of the locals but also wanted to have a connection to my basics. So I learned to bake breads, with a specialty in bagels and bialys. Today I enjoy travel and meeting new friends. The community and oppourtunity for outside activities in the Pacific Northwest is a great joy and I hope to share that joy with new friends. 

I have happily resided in Seattle since 1987 but, like many others here, am a transplant. My family moved a lot growing up so I have lived in every state on the West Coast including Alaska and Hawaii and have learned to appreciate many different cuisines and cultures. One of the things I love about Seattle is that I'm able to enjoy the same variety today. I enjoy walking this lovely city of ours, finding new gems, and sampling Happy Hours along the way. I love sharing my new finds with friends and family and now with guests through Savor Seattle.

You can also find me exploring the world of fine art jewelry in my cozy and colorful studio apartment at one of my three workstations. I work with polymer in my kitchen, have a metalsmithing bench in my hallway, and solder n my hall closet. Much of my jewelry is inspired by forms found in mature and you can find it at Seattle Art Museum's gift shop, local galleries, and on etsy.com. Get a sneak peek of what's on my benches, my creative process, and fresh food and cocktail discoveries on Instagram: @sarahwilbanks 

Hello, My name is Mirin! I was born and raised in Des Moines, Washington. Growing up I always adored coming to Pike Place Market and now I'm lucky enough to work in it! In my free time, I love to model and sew. I am an entrepreneur and run a scrunchie business which is my pride and joy! I love to eat and I'm always looking to try new things! :) 

I have spent the majority of my life living in three amazing places: my hometown of Chicago, and my adopted hometowns of New York City and Seattle. In these cities, I have had the opportunity to work in top-notch bars and restaurants, participate in community sustained agriculture and gardens, and volunteer at after-school culinary arts programs for children; exploring along the way the particular alchemy that occurs when food and drink bring us all together and opens our hearts.

Once again, I find myself back in the Emerald City, rekindling my passion for the fresh flavors of the Pacific Northwest, the landscape and even the weather. When I am not boasting about the fruits of the region, you can find me painting, cooking, hiking, and discovering just how I can be of service to others.