Food & Drink
Pioneer Square Is the New Shopping Destination
Retailers are following in the footsteps of entrepreneurial restaurateurs
Seattle’s oldest neighborhood has seen boom times and busts over its 162-year history. It’s experienced prospectors and panhandlers, full occupancy and devastating vacancies. It is home to an arts crowd and a homeless community that coexist in a tenuous relationship. And these days, with a recent influx of notable restaurants, it is one of the…
Infographic: The ’50 Shades’ of our Gray February Weather
As the movie '50 Shades of Grey' opens, we explore just how painful the weather is in February
Tomorrow, 50 Shades of Grey (the blockbuster novel set in Seattle) opens as a movie–perfectly timed for our most punishing season. Here are some tips for finding pleasure in the pain that is February.
Must List: Asian American Film Fest, Valentine’s Day Fun and Contemporary Dance
What to do this weekend in Seattle
Must WatchSeattle Asian American Film Festival(2/12 to 2/15, times vary) This year, the annual festival of films by and about Asian-Americans will be held at the Northwest Film Forum, with the customary mix of new shorts, documentaries and features offering fresh perspectives on contemporary issues—including opening night film To Be Takei, about the Star Trek…
Throwback Thursday: Coffee Culture in Seattle
A quick history of the defining roasters and coffee hubs in the 206
Seattle is a city where the freeze may be real, but our coffee is warm and inviting. Thus, on the second Thursday of each month, MOHAI hosts Seattle AntiFreeze, a social gathering meant to delve into other things besides the stereotypical nice-but-distant characteristic that sometimes defines us to newcomers. And in today’s installment, from 6…
Expedia Buys Orbitz, Amanda Knox Engaged & More News
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Did you win the $564M Powerball jackpot? Of course you didn’t. If you’re scrolling through Twitter or checking your emails while driving right now in Washington, that’s not illegal. But recently a bill that was proposed would expand the existing law (texting while driving) to make surfing on the web while driving illegal and increase…
WA Governor Trades Inflated Footballs for Boston Snow
Deal benefits Seattle-area skiers, Boston drivers, and Indianapolis Colts fans
As the effects of climate change continue to be felt across the nation, Washington and Massachusetts have just announced an innovative trade deal to help combat it in their states. Governor Jay Inslee’s office released a statement today revealing that he has reached a deal with Governor Charlie Baker of Massachusetts to buy 2,000 tons…
Amazon Backlash, Warhol’s Design Approved for Tacoma Dome & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Legendary artist Andy Warhol submitted a giant flower design back in 1982 as part of a contest to adorn the top of the Tacoma Dome. He lost the contest, but now more than 30 years later, the Tacoma City Council has approved the use of his art atop the structure. According to King 5, this…
Staff Picks: Favorite Movies to Watch on Valentine’s Day
Turn down the lights and press play. These films are meant for the loviest day of the year
Stranger Than Fiction (2006) Will Ferrell stars as ordinary IRS agent Harold Crick who begins to hear a woman’s voice narrating the minutiae of his life. Upon hearing the narrator utter this gem of a soundbite, “Little did he know that events had been set in motion that would lead to his imminent death,” he seeks…
Diaper Stork Brings Parents Convenient Alternatives
A Greenwood woman creates an ideal baby diaper service for harried parents
Jen Harwood describes herself as an “extreme planner,” a personality trait that parents the city over can be thankful for. While thinking about starting a family with her husband, the Greenwood resident began to weigh the differences between cloth and disposable diapers—the ecological and health benefits of cloth won out, but existing diaper services missed…
Girl Scout Targets Pot Shop, Light Rail Problems & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Rather than go under the knife, Seahawks’ cornerback Richard Sherman plans to let his elbow heal. The NFL star tore ligaments in his left elbow during the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers. It was said he’d need Tommy John surgery, which is commonly associated with baseball pitchers. If you’re guilty of allowing…
Beach-Worthy Dresses for an Out-of-Town Jaunt
Hitting the sun and surf this month? Try this relaxed resortwear on for size
If you’re lucky enough to be jetting off to a tropical isle this month, whip your wardrobe into shape with something from Pua, a line of beach-worthy dresses, skirts and tops by Ballard’s Shala Sullivan Daniel, owner of former Queen Anne boutique La Femme. Pua means “flower” and “child” in Hawaiian—a perfect name for the…
Less Drama, More Drag: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race Battle of the Seasons’ Hits Seattle
Our favorite queens are in Seattle on February 11 for a night of flamboyant fun
Seattleites, brace yourself: A whole lot of fabulous is about to set foot in our fair city. Forget about the rain and don your most fearless frock to the Showbox SoDo this Wednesday, February 11 at 9 p.m. for RuPaul’s Drag Race: Battle of the Seasons 2015 Condragulations Tour. The tour brings together your favorite…
7 Principles of Comprehensive Wealth Management
From reducing internal expenses to rebalancing, here are effective ways to manage your wealth
Sponsored by Brighton Jones The decision to hire a professional — whether for something simple like painting a house, or a legal issue — requires consumers to consider two main factors: cost and value. Cost is straightforward and determined by price. Value is subjective and involves both quantitative and qualitative measures. For instance, what is…
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