Seattle Mag
Knute Berger’s Quest to Rename Seattle Continues: The Sealth Campaign
Knute Berger nudges forward the case for a new city name, one column at a time
A little more than a year ago, in my Gray Matters column “Seven Slogans of Seattle,” I put forward the idea that Seattle needs a new nickname. We’ve been Queen City, Jet City and since the ’80s, rather lamely I think, The Emerald City. It felt like it was time for a change now that…
Meatless Wonders: Brave Horse Tavern Does Vegan
It's not all pretzels and burgers at this Tom Douglas hub
Call me a buzzkill. I get it, I deserve it. Nobody goes to Brave Horse Tavern to eat vegan, not when there are juicy burgers on the menu, plus wood-stove baked soft pretzels with pimento-cheddar dip, wood-fired chicken wings and house-cured ham and cheddar sandwiches with those terrific pretzels serving as a bun. But these…
Brave April Showers in Muny RainColor Rainboots
Accessories designer Mun Hui Yi brings Italian fashion and function home just in time for spring
“Italians, both men and women, are thought to be the most fashionable and impeccable dressers in the world, but what I admire is the work and knowledge behind the beauty, ” says Issaquah-based accessories designer Mun Hui Yi. After spending 14 years in Florence, Italy, working for Valentino, Hugo Boss and Benetton, she returned to…
Bucket List: The Essential Spring Bag
Alice Noon's bucket bag is your spring staple
A good handbag is one of life’s small blessings. Find one that suits your style, holds all of your essentials and is made well, and you’re set for life. If supporting a local designer is also part of your agenda, Fremont-based Alice Noon (alicenoon.com) is the line for you. Handmade by self-taught designer and creative…
Recipe of the Week: Potato Pancakes & Cheddar-Beer Sauce
Embrace the day after St. Pat's with Aida Mollenkamp's Irish take on the American breakfast
If there’s one thing us of the Irish variety know about, it’s potatoes. And every true Irish lad or lassie has undoubtedly grown up with the delightful, distinguishable taste of a potato pancake. Mushy in the middle, crispy on the outside, fresh off the griddle from Mom or Dad, and garnished with a gracious serving…
Soft, Easy-to-Wear Sweaters, Skirts and Tees
Flora & Henri's Jane Hedreen launches a small, but mighty women's line
After 17 years spent dressing legions of tiny tykes in clothing so beautiful that adults coveted the same styles in their size, Flora & Henri’s Jane Hedreen is having some grown-up time. In addition to the kids’ clothes that put her on the map, Hedreen has launched Flora Femme, a small but growing women’s line….
9 Spots Around KeyArena for March Madness Eats and Drinks
Blue Water, Sport and more are serving up specials for the NCAA basketball tournament
March Madness is back in Seattle! For the first time since 2004, KeyArena will host a series of NCAA Division I men’s college basketball championship games this weekend, Friday, March 20 through Sunday, 22 (second and third rounds). Also, a first since that year: Eastern Washington University made the tournament! The No. 13 seed will…
Poppy’s Jerry Traunfeld Shares Favorite Seasonal Pick
Poppy chef/owner Jerry Traunfeld springs for this savory herb
Kitchen herb gardens are reasonably common around the city, but rare is the garden that contains lovage—a robust perennial that looks and tastes like celery. “It has a savory quality and is the kind of herb that gives food a depth of flavor and a deep, herbaceous vegetable note,” says Jerry Traunfeld, chef and owner…
Home of the Week: Clean-lined Contemporary on Mercer Island
With an open floorplan made for parties and sweeping views to boot, you'll want to move in ASAP
Sponsored Content. For more information on this listing, contact Adrienne Buxbaum at 425.226.9100 ext. 119 or at adrienne@jaymarchomes.com or visit jaymarchomes.com Each week, we’re featuring one Seattle-area home that we think is interesting, inspiring or just a downright feast for the eyes. Some of them are actually on the market, while other homes will offer…
Gem Collage Transforms Childrens Doodles into Displayable Art
Two Seattle moms transform your overflowing pile of children’s art into singular masterpieces
As their young sons grew up, friends Ana Brown and Kim Edberg encountered a challenge more seasoned parents know all about: what to do with the prodigious artwork created by their budding Picassos. After a short run on a bulletin board or under a refrigerator magnet, all that creativity usually ends up stowed away. Looking…
Il Fornaio’s Franz Junga Talks Challenges, Earning his First Dollar
Make your reservations for the Seattle chef's upcoming Guest Chef night at FareStart
Sponsored by FareStart To Franz Junga, chef-partner at Seattle’s Il Fornaio, the keys to surviving the often intense demands of working in a kitchen are to remain focused, stay organized and manage stress. Junga, who oversees the Italian eatery’s kitchen, restaurant, bakery and menu, has been adhering to those crucial keys since graduating with honors…
Five Star Happy Hour at Lexus of Bellevue
At Lexus of Bellevue their passion is to provide you with a world-class ownership experience. They share the thrill their customers get from owning and driving a Lexus. Whether you come in for a new or pre-owned Lexus, to have your vehicle serviced or to arrange financing, they are committed to providing a Lexus experience…
7 Ways to Decorate With Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Add a pinch of green to your home for St. Patrick’s Day with these decor ideas
Bring the luck of the Irish to your home by decorating with green accents, décor items and cool color combinations. Green can be a bit of a bright and bold color to incorporate into your home, but these seven ideas prove it can be done with aplomb. In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day and…
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