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The New Online Washington Jewish Museum Makes Room for Jewish History and Culture in an Increasingly Intolerant World

The New Online Washington Jewish Museum Makes Room for Jewish History and Culture in an Increasingly Intolerant World

And it offers a purpose and mission that calls to us from history

Rebecca “Becky” Benaroya, pictured here as a child with her family (first row, middle), is one of 20 honorees included in the virtual museum

12 Bakeries Perfect for Every Occasion

12 Bakeries Perfect for Every Occasion

We combed the city's bakeries and fell in love with the sweet treats at these local spots

TREATS TO-GO: There may not be any seating at Crumble & Flake, but that doesn’t stop visitors from lining up for the bakery’s outstanding croissants, cookies and more

Seattle's Slack Key Festival of Hawaiian Music Turns 10

Seattle’s Slack Key Festival of Hawaiian Music Turns 10

The Seattle Slack Key Festival celebrates 10 years of bringing the sound of Hawaii to Seattle

Guitarist Ikaika Marzo returns to the Seattle Slack Key Festival

The Best Cookies in Seattle

The Best Cookies in Seattle

We ate many, many cookies in our research to find the city’s best bakeries—these are our favorites

This article appears in print in the November 2018 issue, as part of our “The Best Neighborhood Bakeries,” cover story. Click here to subscribe. 1. Metropolitan MarketMultiple locationsThe Cookie—perfect, oversize chocolate chip cookie with walnuts, crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside.  2. Lowrider Baking Company Farmers’ markets Birthday Cake—a balanced, tangy sweet white chocolate cookie with sprinkles. Photograph…

The Best Croissants in Seattle

The Best Croissants in Seattle

We ate many, many croissants in our research to find the city’s best bakeries—these are our favorites

This article appears in print in the November 2018 issue, as part of our “The Best Neighborhood Bakeries,” cover story. Click here to subscribe. 1. Cafe BesaluBallard, 5909 24th Ave. NW; 206.789.1463 Big butter flavor. 2. Sémillon Bakery and CaféCapitol Hill, 1150 11th Ave.; 206.432.9064 Ultracrispy, twice-baked ham and cheese. Photograph by Semillon Bakery 3. Crumble & FlakeCapitol Hill, 1500 E Olive Way; 206.329.1804…

November Hike of the Month: Lake 22

November Hike of the Month: Lake 22

Just over an hour outside of Seattle, Lake 22 takes you back in time

Want to take a step out of big city present day and step back in time? A hike to Lake 22 will fit the bill. The trail, a very moderate and relatively short hike, lies near Mt. Pilchuck, west of Granite Falls, off the Mountain Loop Highway. The area was designated a Research Natural Area…

Seeing the Light: New Belltown Condo Takes Glass and Architecture to the Next Level

Seeing the Light: New Belltown Condo Takes Glass and Architecture to the Next Level

Oooooh, Canada: A Vancouver, British Columbia developer is bringing his show-stopping—sometimes eyebrow-elevating—style to Seattle with First Light Condominiums

Glass discs by artist John Hogan will decorate the 48th floor rooftop pool deck of Belltown’s First Light condo complex.

The Best Baked Bars in Seattle

The Best Baked Bars in Seattle

We ate many, many bars in our research to find the city’s best bakeries—these are our favorites

This article appears in print in the November 2018 issue, as part of our “The Best Neighborhood Bakeries,” cover story. Click here to subscribe. 1. Beach Bakery Rainier Beach 7820 Rainier Ave. S; 206.721.2225 Peanut butter and jelly bar—peanut cookie base with jelly and crumb topping. 2. Hood Famous BakeshopBallard2325 1/2 NW Market St.; 206.979.2253 Calamansi bar—a Filipino take on the lemon bar,…

The Best Fresh Bread in Seattle

The Best Fresh Bread in Seattle

We ate many, many loaves of bread in our research to find the city’s best bakeries—these are our favorites

This article appears in print in the November 2018 issue, as part of our “The Best Neighborhood Bakeries,” cover story. Click here to subscribe. 1. Sea Wolf BakersFremont, 3621 Stone Way N; 206.457.4181 Big, beautiful sourdough boules—also sold at farmers’ markets and the Sand Point Metropolitan Market. 2. Columbia City BakeryColumbia City, 4865 Rainier Ave. S; 206.723.6023 Baguette—crisp…

This Week Then: The Port of Tacoma Turns 100

This Week Then: The Port of Tacoma Turns 100

Plus: A little history lesson on Washington state's elections

This story was originally published at HistoryLink.org. Subscribe to their weekly newsletter. One hundred years ago this week, on November 5, 1918, Pierce County voters approved the creation of the Port of Tacoma by a 5 to 1 margin. Before the Port’s formation, the Tacoma waterfront was privately owned by railroads, shipyards, lumber companies, and other industrial…

Must List: 'The Vikings Begin' Exhibit, ‘A People’s History,’ Election Night Viewing Party

Must List: ‘The Vikings Begin’ Exhibit, ‘A People’s History,’ Election Night Viewing Party

Your weekly guide to Seattle's hottest events.

MUST PLUNDER The Vikings Begin (Through 4/14/19) Want to learn more about the Nordic region’s most famous seafarers? See how they got their start at the Nordic Museum’s newest exhibition, which includes original artifacts and archaeological discoveries from early Viking Age society. Times and prices vary. Nordic Museum, Ballard, 2655 Market St.; 206.789.5707; nordicmuseum.org MUST…

The Best Cakes by the Slice in Seattle

The Best Cakes by the Slice in Seattle

We ate many, many slices of cake in our research to find the city’s best bakeries—these are our favorites

This article appears in print in the November 2018 issue, as part of our “The Best Neighborhood Bakeries,” cover story. Click here to subscribe. 1. Wandering GooseCapitol Hill, 403 15th Ave. E; 206.323.9938 Yellow cake with malted chocolate frosting and Whoppers. Photography by Alex Crook 2. Coyle’s BakeshopGreenwood, 8300 Greenwood Ave. N; 206.257.4736 Dense carrot cake with dates instead of…

The Best Stuffed Buns in Seattle

The Best Stuffed Buns in Seattle

We ate many, many buns in our research to find the city’s best bakeries—these are our favorites

This article appears in print in the November 2018 issue, as part of our “The Best Neighborhood Bakeries,” cover story. Click here to subscribe. 1. Mee Sum PastryPike Place Market, 1526 Pike Place; 206.682.6780 Beef curry bun—soft bread, sweet crumbly topping and rich, savory filling inside.  2. Despi Delite BakeryBeacon Hill, Everett Mini ube bread—soft bread stuffed with bright purple…

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