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Category Archives: Mussel Fest

Mussel Chowder Tasting and Competition 2020

17 Monday Feb 2020

Posted by Admin in Mussel Fest, Mussel Festival, Uncategorized

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MusselFest is on our heels and we’re as excited as ever to see old friends and meet new friends for our annual winter boost in Coupeville.

MusselFest website

As many of you know the Mussel Chowder Tastings are the truest of traditions for MusselFest. To give you a bit about the tickets and their participants here’s the line up and how each location describes itself. Getting familiar may help you choose your tickets. Or just go for all 4.

The Penn Ticket

Captain Whidbey Inn: “Our “living room style” restaurant and dining room reflect Captain Whidbey’s warm and casual approach to hospitality. The restaurant menu veers towards the rustic and hearty, with inventive shellfish dishes, breakfast boards, local produce from our garden, house-smoked meats, house-cured pickles and salmon, homemade bread, jam and other delicacies.” website – facebook – instagram

Little Red Hen Bakery: “Little Red Hen Bakery began by serving bread at our sister restaurant, the Oystercatcher. We expanded, providing island residents and Coupeville Farmer’s Market patron’s access to our baked goods. It continued to grow and in 2019, Little Red Hen Bakery had the opportunity to expand into its own restaurant. We offer small batch artisan breads, buns, rolls, and pastries from locally sourced ingredients.” website – facebook – instagram

Ciao: “I convey my love for people by cooking for them. I find nothing more satisfying than nourishing people. I believe that putting fresh and beautiful food inside ourselves can feed our souls. It was my privilege to apprentice under Enzo Coccia in Naples, Italy as a Pizzaiolo (pizza-maker). The Neapolitan Pizza must be made by hand. From the dough ball to the opening of the dough and the crafting of the pizza – everything at Ciao is made by hand with skill and love.” – Owner Mark Laska. website – facebook – twitter – instagram

Freeland Cafe’: “The Freeland Café has been a Whidbey Island institution for over 44 years. We offer casual dining with friendly service in a relaxed setting. We are comfort food at its best. Breakfast is served all day, home-style cooking, All-American favorites and daily specials. Hash browns made from real potatoes, tempura dishes hand-dipped in homemade batter, fresh-cut vegetables, and old-fashioned milkshakes made in a 30 oz stainless steel cup and delivered to your table.” website – facebook – instagram 

The Cove Ticket 

Current’s Bistro: “Our dishes are heavily influenced by local products grown on Whidbey Island. Our local farm partners are Penn Cove Shellfish, Willowood Farm, Fat Cat Farm, Bells Farm, and Whidbey Island Micro Greens. Fresh, creative Northwest cuisine and a variety of local wines on beautiful Whidbey Island. website – facebook – instagram 

The Cove: “Our restaurant features seafood, wild game and more, using local ingredients as much as possible with a fine selection of wine and craft beer! We are located on the water in the Historic Coupeville Wharf Building at the end of the pier!!” facebook – instagram

The Pizza Factory: “For over 30 years, Pizza Factory has stayed true to its roots. Family-friendly dining and a high-quality product make us who we are. We strive to make everyone feel as if this is the hometown pizzeria. Our hand-tossed pizzas are simply the best. Each pie is made with 100% real mozzarella cheese and our signature sauce.” facebook 

Penn Cove Brewing and Taproom: “Our vision is about the art, skill, and technique of making good things from scratch by local people. We proudly source all of our craft beer from the surrounding area and Pacific Northwest as well as our offerings of wine, cider, mead, and food.” website – facebook – instagram 

Mussel Ticket 

Front Street Grill: “A northwest American Grill featuring local and northwest meats, seafood, and produce. Our guests dine with breathtaking waterside views of the historic Coupeville Wharf and Mount Baker while enjoying fresh sustainable seafood and fresh northwest produce and beef.” website – facebook – instagram

Sunshine Drip: “We created a coffee shop that brings people together from all walks of life. We continually work on improving our knowledge of handcrafted food and beverages. We provide our historic town with a community gathering place, a good cup of organic coffee, and homemade food.” facebook – instagram 

Toby’s Tavern: “Toby’s Tavern has been a tavern and restaurant since the early 60’s. It has been the local center of good cheer for Central Whidbey for generations. The kitchen prepares delicious meals, especially local Penn Cove Mussels, fresh local seafood, steaks, prime rib, and the best burgers on the planet. Toby’s even has its own micro brew, Toby’s Parrot Red Ale.” website – facebook

Pacific Northwest Art School: “The Pacific Northwest Art School is an Art School located on beautiful Whidbey Island in Washington State.  Each year we hold workshops and classes in Fiber Arts, Mixed Media, Painting, and Photography.” website – facebook – instagram – NOTE: Pacific Northwest Art School has members with great cooking skills.

Fest Ticket

The Oystercatcher: “The Oystercatcher has proudly served simply good food for almost 20 years. Chef Tyler Hansen and his team create a harmonious farm-to-table menu to showcase all that the island, and the region, has to offer. Historically, the island provided an abundance of food, with the prairie serving as a sacred place for those who lived here. We honor that tradition at the restaurant today by working with the farmers who continue to keep that heritage alive on the island.” website – facebook – instagram 

Callen’s Restaurant: “Callen’s has been a food service venue since the 1950’s. Callen’s Restaurant offers Whidbey Island inspired real food from an all scratch kitchen. Chef and Owner Michael Weeks has an extensive culinary career spanning over three decades and has operated several restaurants in the Seattle area.” website – facebook – instagram

The Tyee Restaurant: “Established in 1926, the Tyee offers a “home away from home” setting. Known for it’s “Best of Whidbey” awards and comfortable setting, our restaurant offers customers a large menu selection from traditional favorites, daily specials, child dishes, salad bar, prime rib, and fish & chips. From the days of “Aunt Pat’s Confectionery,” residents have known they could come to the Tyee for a delicious gourmet dessert; not to mention our old fashioned milkshakes and malts!” website – facebook   

 

SO there you have it, the Penn, the Cove, the Mussel and the Festival Chowder Tasting Tickets. Visit the Chowder Tasting page for all the details!! You can also purchase Sunday (only) Chowder Tasting tickets. Saturday’s tickets only available at the fest.

MusselFest Poster available for purchase and shipping here

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Volunteer for MusselFest!

22 Wednesday Jan 2020

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The volunteer hours are well suited for everyone. Shifts range from 2 to 5 hours – Saturday and Sunday the first weekend of March each year. 

What does a MusselFest volunteer do? The list is varied. You may be selling tickets or tokens, setting up fest areas, assisting shell fish farm boat tours, assist in beer garden, giving directions and assistance to fest goers, delivering warm beverages to fellow volunteers staffing road closures, and more.

Aside from vendors (tents, foods, non-profits) the MusselFest is powered by volunteers. Many friendships have been made over the years and good memories keep volunteers coming back year after year. As the fest has grown, giving a great economic and tasty boost to our island winter, we welcome new volunteers. 

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MusselFest 2019

21 Thursday Feb 2019

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MusselFest 2019 is March 2nd and 3rd! 

Another year of bold, briny & blue fun in Coupeville, Washington

Come enjoy Mussel Chowder Tastings, Chef demonstrations, boat tours of the Penn Cove Shellfish Farm, music, dancing, mussel eating contest, kids activities, and so much more during MusselFest 2019

Visit the official MusselFest website for all you need to know.

Visit our MusselFest event page for quick links, videos and articles about past MusselFests.

SEE YOU HERE in Coupeville for bold briny & blue fun March 2nd & 3rd, 2019

Don’t know how to cook mussels? Or looking for some new recipes visit the Penn Cove Shellfish farm Recipes page

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Job Posting – Annual MusselFest Coordinator

17 Monday Apr 2017

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Coupeville Musselfest, Event Coordinator Coupeville, Jobs, musselfest

UPDATE: OPENING CLOSED.

UPDATE: May 18, 2017: Resume’ submission deadline extended to MAY 24th!  

Email your resume and cover letter today: Coupeville Historic Waterfront email

The Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association is seeking a Musselfest Event Coordinator

Job Description 

Summary
Our non-profit organization is looking for an event planner or event planning company to organize and execute a successful local festival. This festival show cases all that Coupeville has to offer. We celebrate our local Penn Cove Mussels as we also welcome event-goers to explore and enjoy all of Coupeville’s businesses.

Responsibilities and Duties
The planner will be responsible for representing Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association while organizing all aspects of Musselfest. Including being present for the full event weekend, from set up to take down. The candidate will also be charged with working closely with CHWA’s executive director, CHWA’s board members as well as the leads of the local partners and sponsors of the festival.

Duties 
Budgeting:
– Develops projected budget for approval.
– Works within budgetary framework.
– Selects vendors based on budgetary constraints and/or past experiences.
– Develops actual budget for inclusion in post-event report to CHWA.

Planning:
– Attend monthly board meetings.
– Commits to dedicated time lines.
– Secures required permits and licenses from the town, county, and state.
– works with the town businesses and organizations to assure their involvement.
– Seeks out new talent and entertainment.
– Acquires a graphic artist to design the current year art work.
– Secures use of streets, parking lots, and town buildings.

Media Relations:
– Secure traditional media ( print, radio, TV)
Including press releases.
– Social Media: Updates website. Utilizes Facebook, Twitter, Instagram to promote the event.

 

Advertising:
– Seeks out, and utilizes cost-effective ways to promote Musselfest.

Develop promotional materials:
– Annual chowder tasting mug
– Annual Festival Poster
– Save the date post card
– website banner
– rack cards
– beer glass art
– ferry posters
– coasters
– bus ad
– magazine ad
– ferry electronic poster
– t-shirt / merchandise art
– brochure of festival events

Skills required:
Experience in collaborating with a non-profit organization.

Able to trouble-shoot and resolve conflicts while representing the organization.

Experience in planning and organizing promotional materials/working with a graphic illustrator.

Knowledgeable about current social media and web design.

Self-starter who requires little, or no supervision to meet goals.

Experience in creating visually pleasing gathering areas while acknowledging the uniqueness of a small town.

Able to attend community functions to network and identify potential opportunities and volunteer groups.

Prior knowledge of Musselfest and Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association would be helpful.

Deadline: May 8, 2017

Application Procedure. Qualified and eligible employees who wish to apply for this position should send cover letter and resume to:

Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association
PO Box 121
Coupeville, WA 98239.

OR send to: Coupevillehistoricwaterfrontassociation@hotmail.com

All applicants will be contacted no later than May 18, 2017 regarding the status of their application.

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Shifty Sailor Loved MusselFest

17 Thursday Mar 2016

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Here’s a letter from Wylie Vracin, he knows mussels and has participated in Mussel Fest for years!  Thank you Wylie!  

March 16, 2016

Dear Coupeville Historic Waterfront Assoc,

What a GRAND festival…even on Soggy Sunday. The mussel raft tour boats sailed with happy passengers who ALL remarked about how much they learned…and how “AFFORDABLE” it was. All the chowder sites served BOTH days with great service and yummy chowder. And boy did the mussels get EATEN! It seems almost at every turn some chap was hauling a cooler or wheelbarrow loaded with “the world’s finest”. A Canadian chef-friend won the mussel-eating crown for the second time in three years. WOWZERZ!

In fact, he serves only Penn Cove Shellfish mussels now at his Vancouver Island fish camp lodge where he is the widely recognized chef. And I have eaten his DEE-LICIOUS food.

No wonder he loves to eat our local mussels!

A truly great festival, everyone. And a hearty WELL DONE to all the worker-bees.

See you ext year! And do NOT miss “The Mingle”…and the mussel cooking demonstrations 🙂

Wylie Vracin – Shifty Sailor & Suva/Coupeville Maritime Heritage Foundation Volunteer

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IT TAKE WASHINGTON’S 2nd OLDEST TOWN

TO PUT ON THE BEST MUSSEL FESTIVAL!

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