Photo by Tony Mueantonthian
Recipe Taste
One of Berkwitt’s favorites is the Canadian Quesadilla (Full $10 or Mondo $17). The dish is a grilled cheese waffle sandwich filled with three types of melted cheese, lathered in pesto cream cheese, and topped with candied bacon and arugula. He says the dish is their take on the well-known “chicken and waffle.” “People really come back for this sandwich,” says Berkwitt. “It’s something no one’s really had before.” For all the sweet-tooths out there, there are plenty of options to satisfy a desire for sugar. You’re welcome to take the traditional route with the Home Base ($6) — one waffle with maple syrup, whipped cream, and your choice of a topping. Alternatively, go a bit bolder with a dish like the Baker Blast ($8), a favorite for both Brown and Berkwitt. If you’re looking for a (sort of) healthy option, try the It’s Okay, It’s A Salad ($9). The dish comes with pesto cream cheese, tomato, and mozzarella on a bed of arugula and topped with a maple- balsamic dressing. You can order it as is or get creative with the toppings. Brown said he adds ricotta, candied bacon, and goat cheese — thus making “the ultimate salad.” As with any dish, don’t be afraid to get weird with some personal modifications. Pick from the wide range of extra toppings including Oreos, gummy worms, coconut shavings, or Kit Kats. “We’re like a candy shop on wheels, basically,” Brown said. “It’s super nice to kind of be a little bit creative, and we try to give the customers that creative freedom.” As for the future of Sweet As Waffles, Brown said they hope to “get a little bit weirder.” What exactly does that mean? “You’ll just have to see, man.” 2039 Moore St., Bellingham, sweetaswaffles.com
Maui Mule RECIPE AND PHOTOS BY APPLE STATE VINEGAR
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HE MAUI MULE is a fun, tropical version of
the Moscow Mule with a bright and slightly spicy taste thanks to our Ginger and Hawaiian Chili Shrub. The shrub’s flavor is enhanced by adding sparkling water and fresh lime juice, and the raw apple cider vinegar and ginger offer additional health benefits.
Ingredients Ice 2 ounces vodka ½ ounce fresh lime juice 1 ounce Ginger & Hawaiian Chili Shrub Sparkling Water Crystallized ginger Lime slice
Directions • Fill a copper mug with ice. • Add 2 ounces of vodka, ½ ounce of fresh lime juice, and 1 ounce of Ginger & Hawaiian Chili Shrub. • Top with sparkling water and garnish with crystalized ginger and a lime slice. October 2021 127
