Skylar Renslow

About:

Skylar Renslow is a writer and photographer based in Seattle, WA, with a passion for narrative nonfiction, documentary photography, food, alcohol, and travel.

Website:

thedailygrog.com

Specializations:

Writer Photographer

Interests:

Narrative nonfiction Documentary photography Food Alcohol Travel

Outgoing Links:

Craig Mod James Somers Mandy Brown Robin Rendle

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2024-11-03 •

The author describes a flight from Seattle to London that had to turn around due to engine issues. The flight was rebooked for the following day, and the author and friends had to rebook their connecting flight to York. They event...

2024-10-20 •

The author shares their experience of discovering larches in the Pacific Northwest and the beauty of their golden needles during the fall season. They describe a backcountry trip to Lake Ingalls and the stunning sunrise at Headlig...

2024-10-14 •

The blog post is about the author's experience at Oktoberfest in Munich, Bavaria. The author describes meeting a man from Munich and learning about the traditional clothing called tracht. The post also includes photographs from th...

2024-09-29 •

The blog post discusses the unofficial taxonomy of beer, describing different types of beer based on the emotional and ritualistic experiences associated with drinking them. The author shares categories such as 'The I Need a Beer'...

2024-09-08 •

The blog post discusses the impact of wildfires on the Pacific Northwest summers, the beauty of the region, and the author's experiences with hiking and backpacking in the area.

2024-09-06 •

The blog post reflects on the author's meticulous travel planning process, which involves extensive research to find the best food and experiences. The author describes this process as a 'suitcase algorithm' that ensures a reliabl...

2024-08-21 •

The blog post describes the unique experience of visiting Albanian kafes, highlighting their unassuming appearance, role as community hubs, and the simplicity of their offerings like espresso, beer, and raki. The author emphasizes...

2024-08-11 •

Skylar Renslow shares personal reflections on summer activities, including time spent at a family cabin in Northern California, local explorations in Seattle, and upcoming travel plans. Skylar discusses a planned trekking trip acr...

2024-08-04 •

The blog post discusses the evolving landscape of raicilla, a traditional Mexican spirit, amidst new regulations like the Denominación de Origen (DO) and the impending Oficial Mexicana Norma (NOM). The author highlights the tensio...

2024-07-17 •

The blog post discusses a visit to raicillero Don Lupe's house, where the author is introduced to raicilla and the topic of development in the area. Don Lupe supports development for job opportunities, while Arturo is concerned ab...

2024-07-03 •

The author discusses their struggle to merge writing and photography on social media, expressing frustration with the current landscape. They express a desire to feature more photography in their newsletter and share pictures from...

2024-06-23 •

The blog post discusses the history and process of making raicilla, a traditional Mexican spirit, through the perspective of Adrián, an experienced raicillero in Jalisco. It explores the impact of tourism and development on the pr...

2024-06-16 •

Arturo Dávila, a former architect turned agave spirits expert, is working on projects to spread awareness of raicilla, a type of mezcal from Jalisco, Mexico. He aims to help Mexicans appreciate raicilla's cultural significance and...

2024-05-16 •

The author recounts their recent trip to Puerto Vallarta, including visiting raicilla tabernas, finding an engorged tick on their body, and an awkward encounter with a local chef. Despite some setbacks, the author had interesting ...

2024-05-08 •

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2024-04-28 •

The blog post is a photo essay about the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival near Seattle, focusing on the practice of topping tulips by farmers. The author reflects on the beauty of the fields and the darker side of the festival, where ...

2024-04-22 •

Skylar Renslow discusses the joy of oyster harvesting in Washington State, highlighting the ease of access and abundance of fresh oysters. She shares tips on how to get started, the ideal time for harvesting, and a unique hack for...

2024-04-01 •

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2024-03-27 •

The blog post narrates the author's journey to El Tuito in Mexico in search of raicilla, an agave distillate. The author describes the bus ride, interactions with locals, and disappointment in not finding raicilla producers. Event...

2024-03-15 •

The author recounts their search for birria in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, exploring the history and variations of the dish, as well as recommending specific spots to try it. They also touch on the popularity of quesabirria and share...

2024-03-07 •

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2024-02-08 •

The blog post provides a minimal packing list for women, including clothing, outerwear, toiletries, shoes, technology/miscellaneous items, and souvenirs. The author emphasizes the importance of layers, packing cubes, and versatili...

2023-12-19 •

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