Trip to British Columbia: Part 1 - Seattle

The trip began in Seattle, which greeted us with the hum of street performers as well as the aroma of fresh coffee and seafood. Pike Place Market was our very first stop, and within minutes, it was clear why this place was considered a Seattle must-see. Birds flew through the air, strangers sampled fruit, and the crowd seemed to carry us forward in the tight alleyways of the market. Was it overwhelming? For sure, but in the best way possible.

From there, we wandered into Capitol Hill, where we stumbled into a Malaysian restaurant that served some authentic, tasty flavors. One standout was the roti jala, a checkered roti with simple spices in the sauce. It was nice to try a cuisine I have never had before in a new place.
After a filling lunch, we headed north to the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit, where the noise of the market was replaced by the best glass art I have ever seen. Towering sculptures, shimmering chandeliers, and rooms filled with blown glass in every shape and color felt surreal. It was also important to see how much someone can do when they put their mind to it and have a passion.
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Seattle gave us one night, three neighborhoods, and a culinary experience we would never forget. Next stop: Victoria.