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The Must List: Jazz Intoxication, Vashon Sheepdog Classic
What to do this weekend in Seattle
Must SwayJazz Intoxication Re-creates First Jazz Show in WashingtonFriday (6/10, 7 p.m.) To celebrate the opening of the newly renovated Washington Hall, this special event will re-create the first documented jazz show in the state, held at the hall 98 years ago on the same date. Musical direction by D’Vonne Lewis and Evan Flory-Barnes. Must…
Summer Reads from PNW Authors
6 new picks from Seattle-area authors to add to your summer reading list
If you’ve been falling behind on your reading lately, rejoice: summer is the perfect time to snag a book and immerse yourself in a new world. And with these new titles from local authors, you’ll have more than enough material. Full of mystery, heart, insight and adventure, these works have something to offer for almost…
A Forager’s Gem: Washington’s Abundant Sea Beans
A harvest of sea greens awaits at the beach
On a lazy summer day at the beach, we dug clams and cooked them on a camp stove as the sun tracked across a cloudless sky. Sitting in the sand, staring across the bay, we almost missed a seasonal goody within arm’s reach, right behind us: a carpet of edible greens running the length of…
The Lightbox: Point Roberts Home Embraces Rural Surroundings
Architectural simplicity embraces its environment creating the ultimate natural habitat
Nestled among the firs and cedars on the Whatcom County peninsula of Point Roberts sits a modest, 1,600-square-foot structure made bold with a simple, rustic design that frames the forest and gracefully captures the light of the passing day. “This site has the uncanny and rare benefit of a sparse grove of trees on a…
Stratospheric Growth at Sea-Tac Warrants Possible Expansions
Sea-Tac growth continues to exceed expectations. How will our airport be able to handle the crowds?
As crowds surge in the security line at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on a recent day, a uniformed man and woman—until that moment standing quietly by the side of the line—suddenly swoop in and open a new security lane. These low-key personnel are called “pathfinders.” Their only job? To rejigger the security lanes leading to passenger…
Defending History: Historic Sites Worthy of Preservation in Jeopardy
Development continues to threaten heritage structures, Knute Berger says
The annual list of “most endangered” historic properties around the state has been issued by the nonprofit Washington Trust for Historic Preservation. The list is a warning system for important heritage properties that are likely to be demolished or are woefully neglected and need to be saved. This year’s list includes a Woodinville school dating…
Prohibition Drink Picks for the New Smith Tower Bar
In which we make suggestions for several speakeasy-style sips
The Smith Tower is Seattle’s first skyscraper, dating back to 1914, and is the one-time tallest building west of the mighty Mississippi. In 2015, local real estate investment and operating company Unico Properties purchased the 42-story Pioneer Square landmark in order to breathe new life into its amenities and office space. This August, the historic…
Down to Her (Southern) Roots: Chef Lisa Dupar Talks Hometown Cooking
The Pomegranate Bistro owner and chef will host FareStart's Guest Chef Night on June 30
Sponsored by FareStart Chef Lisa Dupar would be content with a plate of fried chicken and a glass of champagne. “I was raised in the South, and my grandparents had an oyster bed on Edisto Island [in South Carolina],” she says. “Our family culture was to cook, eat, talk about food, fish, crab, shrimp and…
Better Ways to Use Your Dining Room
Ready to rethink a formal dining room?
This article originally appeared on Houzz.com.Setting aside an entire room for formal dining is a luxury when space in most houses is at a premium. Take into account families sitting down to eat together less often — adults working different hours, kids coming and going for sports, people having different diets or food likes —…
Recipe of the Week: Peach Coconut Almond Cobbler
A classic summer sweet with a twist
The sun is here to stay – so be rid of hot and heavy desserts, and welcome light and colorful ingredients. Entertaining expert, former chef and food blogger Heather Christo, known for her allergen-free creations, puts a delicious twist on a summer staple with her peach coconut almond cobbler. Your taste buds will surely thank…
Instagram Inspiration: Floral Arrangements
Colorful creations from the garden
Everywhere we look, flowers are blooming. And since the sun has come out to play, frolicking through the blossoming wonderland that is our city, seems like a viable option. Whether you grow flowers at home, or pick them up at a local farmers market, these colorful delights are sure to brighten any environment. The…
It’s Negroni Week! Where to sip and savor the best
Seattle bars and restaurants offer twists on the classic; raise money for charities
The negroni is a truly indispensable drink. With three simple ingredients – gin, vermouth, and the Italian liqueur, Campari – you get a fiery orange color and citrusy bitter tang that both refreshes the mind and cleanses the palate between bites of just about anything. Trust me. I drank negronis over Memorial Day weekend with…
Pottery Northwest Exhibit Fuses Coffee and Clay
Upcoming exhibition displays Seattle's coffee obsession through ceramic art
Seattleites can’t get enough coffee. But the often forgotten and likely more important piece to this necessary beverage is its vessel. Pottery Northwest’s upcoming exhibit, “Coffee and Clay,” features coffee-related ceramic ware to demonstrate an intersection between seemingly separate mediums. It runs June 3 to July 1 and will celebrate 21 different artists, including work…
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