Home to so many of the West Coast's cultural innovations, Seattle dominates the skyline and the headlines. We visit the famous Pike Place Market with local culinary character Gregory Lyons and witness the Flying Fish known "and heard" all over the world. Then, we are lucky enough to uncover a truly hidden gem, which is never seen by the general public. "The Ruins" is really the most unique restaurant ever visited by Taste of Life. From its French Palace styled ballroom, to its book lined Bistro, to its Elephant Cage room, The Ruins offers the "members only" diner a truly amazing backdrop for the smallest romantic dinner for two to the finest function for two hundred. Executive Chef Michelle Lussier is renowned as one of America's finest women chefs and Executive Chef Craig Serbousiak controls the fine dining kitchens at The Ruins. Craig makes for us Curried Mediterranean Mussel Soup and then a Brined Grilled Pork Tenderloin. One thing is certain, no one can really say why this culinary gem is called "The Ruins" but we can say this is the most unique place we've ever seen!

Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market, created in 1907 to bring the produce and daily catches from local farmers and fishermen direct to the consumer. To this day, the shouts and sounds of the fish merchants showcasing the freshest and best of the Pacific Northwest make this a must visit for everyone, including local residents, restaurateurs and tourists alike.

Ruins Restaurant

The Ruins Restaurant is undoubtedly Seattle's best kept secret. It is a dining club, not open to the public. However, Taste of Life brings this hidden gem to the television screen and opens our eyes to what is probably the most exciting restaurant we have ever filmed. There's not too many places where you can get one of America's best meals, not to mention the added attraction of a full size model elephant standing over your table!!!