Marination Ponders Delivery; Totem House's Pole Returns

MEALS ON WHEELS—First the ladies of Marination Nation opened a brick-and-mortar outpost, now they're talking delivery. This intriguing Facebook post asked for feedback on the idea, though we're not sure what they were expecting besides a bunch of people saying that hells yes, they would love to have some Aloha sliders delivered to their door. [Facebook]

BALLARD—The Totem House's signature totem pole has returned from a major refurbishing, courtesy of artist and Makah Tribe member Greg Colfax. The 75-year-old pole was restored as part of Red Mill Burgers owners John and Babe Shepherd's plans to turn the space into fish and chips shop Red Mill Totem House; doors open next month. [My Ballard]

CAPITOL HILL—Fresh off the opening of Ba Bar, Eric Banh and sister Sophie are launching a pastry program at upscale Vietnamese restaurant Monsoon. Jess Voelker says the siblings are looking for a pastry chef and are talking sweet and savory puff pastries. [Seattle Met]

LAKE UNION—Tickets are now on sale for Craft:Beer+Food, the September 28 event organized jointly by Seattle Magazine and Washington Beer Blog. Ten local restaurants, including Matt's in the Market, Quinn's, Brave Horse Tavern and Taste SAM will pair up with 10 breweries, including Boundary Bay, Big Al Brewing, Odin, Two Beers, and Schooner Exact. Each duo will come up with an awesome pairing, and you can sample all 10 on your $30 ticket.Buy 'em here. The event benefits the Just Garden Project. [WBB]