Unless you've been living in a box this past week or so, you're probably already hip to the fact that Babblin’ Babs Bistro hosts live jazz every Thursday night.  The gourmet bistro that fuses Northwest cuisine with spices and cooking styles from around the world tucks jazz guitarist Ed Taylor and a fellow musician or two in the corner for a couple hours beginning at 6 p.m.

Last Thursday, as Ed Taylor reworked ‘70s pop hits into jazzy compositions, I spent quality time with Chef William’s wild bourbon pecan glazed sockeye salmon, pork chops with black mission figs and bleu cheese, sorbet, thick brownie with real whip cream, and a nice, big Cabernet.  The salmon was amazing â€" very moist. 

Between the music and Chef William’s tales, I ended up closing the joint.  Wonderful night. â€" Ron Swarner