Top Stories from the Week
If you missed one of our best articles from this first week in August, we've got you covered
By Shuchi Mehta August 8, 2014
TGIF! What an eventful week Seattle has had…and there’s more to come this weekend, such as these National S’mores Day events, the Street Food Festival or a pee-themed satire, Urinetown. But in the meantime don’t forget to check out the stories you may have missed during this sunny first week of August.
1. Recipe of the Week: Zucchini Noodles with Basil Almond Pesto
Stock up on seasonal zucchini at the farmers market and get your carb fix without the carbs. Nom nom.
2. Five Ooey-Gooey and Local Ways to Celebrate National S’mores Day
Even though National S’mores Day is on Sunday, Seattlites start the sticky celebrations early and keep them going through next week! How will you celebrate? For more ideas, visit our Pinterest page.
3. Our Interview with Rapper 50 Cent
Yup, one of our own at Seattle magazine got to meet him, talk to him, look into his eyes… Read what he has to say about his new SMS Audio headphones and why pitching isn’t his cup of tea.
4. 2014 Wayzgoose Steamroller Smackdown at the SLU Block Party
Twelve teams will compete, using a two-ton steamroller to print large-scale posters within an hour! Check out this letterpress-printing spectacle at the South Lake Union Block Party today between 12 – 6 p.m.
5. #Throwback Thursday: The Beatles at Seattle’s Edgewater Hotel
Read about how the fabulous four came to Seattle in August 1964 and fished from their hotel suite window. Next time you’re searching for a hotel, treat yourself to a stay at the Edgewater in the exclusive Beatles’ Suite.
Have a Seattle-y weekend!
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