Becky R.
Yelp
I really like this PCC as a store overall, easy flow, I can find things quickly, and I love how the produce guys offer me a taste of some super yummy fresh fruit when I walk by and linger for even a moment. Last time I got to try this little super juicy, dribble-down-my-chin, cantaloupe variety. I bought one that second and enjoyed almost the entire thing myself the next morning. Nice way to sell produce man!
Let's consider PCC from another angle, the size of their classroom. I've been assisting PCC Cooks classes for over a year now as a volunteer, and the classrooms are very different. If you will, they are in a "class of their own" at each location. The biggest one is laid out strangely, but the West Seattle one, albeit one of the smaller classrooms, is so easy to work in! The tables are arranged cozily, the instructors feel closer, more engaged with the students, and people seem to have a lot more fun.
If you've never taken a PCC Cooks class, I highly recommend the hands on classes where you get to learn hands-on how to prepare each dish. Knife skills included. They aren't too much, around $45-50 and you get a coupon at each one for $10 off a purchase of $40 or more. Some of the more popular classes fill up right away, so register early, the schedule comes out each season and comes in your Member newsletter or you can grab it at the store. Bring a friend, make it a date night activity, or just go to enrich your own skill set in the kitchen. I've learned a TON.
An added bonus for this store is the pace and views in West Seattle, it's just mellower, a sweet hidden spot where life slows down. And, kids get a free piece of fruit every time they come in! (We used to get free cookies when I was a kid, I like the health factor of this far better) Have fun!