Food & Drink

Café Nordo Brings Alive the Music and Memories of '7th and Jackson'

Café Nordo Brings Alive the Music and Memories of ‘7th and Jackson’

Sara Porkalob’s new play showcases the cuisine and history of the International District

From left to right: Corinne Magin as Min, Anasofia Gallegos as Lee and Sarah Nicole Russell as Ada

PNW Shop Owner and Amazonian Talks Fashion in Seattle

PNW Shop Owner and Amazonian Talks Fashion in Seattle

Rebecca Cornelius balances two jobs—shop owner and brand specialist for Amazon—but it’s her high-concept outfits that tip the scale

This article appears in print in the July 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. If you commute on the ferry from Bremerton to Seattle, you may have spotted Rebecca Cornelius, whose eclectic outfits, featuring statement outerwear and bold colors, frequently turn heads. The Amazon brand specialist and Nordstrom veteran uses the hour-long ferry ride to catch up on…

This Decadent French Dessert Makes You Feel Like Royalty

This Decadent French Dessert Makes You Feel Like Royalty

The queen of macarons introduces an extravagant French dessert

The dark swan from Lady Yum

This Week Then: Looking Back on the Moon Landing

This Week Then: Looking Back on the Moon Landing

Plus: Washington's first automobile

This story was originally published at HistoryLink.org. Subscribe to their weekly newsletter. Walking on the Moon Fifty years ago this week, on July 20, 1969, the world looked on in amazement as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon. In Washington, Boeing workers took pride in helping the astronauts achieve…

Must List: Capitol Hill Block Party, Ragin’ Viet-Cajun, Bon Odori Festival

Must List: Capitol Hill Block Party, Ragin’ Viet-Cajun, Bon Odori Festival

Your weekly guide to Seattle's hottest events

Love the Must List? Get it right in your inbox. Subscribe. MUST LOVE MUSIC  Capitol Hill Block Party (7/19-7/21) This anticipated neighborhood soirée might be a bit bigger than mom and dad expected. Capitol Hill Block Party (CHBP) spans the weekend with live music on six stages, featuring artists such as Lizzo, Big Wild, Peach Pit,…

Your Seattle Restaurant Questions Answered: Bottomless Mimosas, Mochi Doughnuts and Polish Paczki

Your Seattle Restaurant Questions Answered: Bottomless Mimosas, Mochi Doughnuts and Polish Paczki

Plus: where to eat in Bellingham, Kirkland and Bainbridge

Every week, thousands of viewers tune in to our Instagram story to watch dining and lifestyle editor Chelsea Lin give her recommendations for the best places to dine out in Seattle. In the last two weeks, she’s covered a lot of ground: from Bellingham to Northgate to Bainbridge and beyond.  Have a question for Chelsea? Submit…

Best Places To Pick Berries Near Seattle

Best Places To Pick Berries Near Seattle

Check out these U-pick locations all over the region

Whether baked in a pie or eaten fresh, berries are a quintessential summer treat. Get your fingers red and blue and every shade in between at these local U-pick berry farms this summer. U-pick is a great way to support local farms and you get the freshest fruit typically for less than retail costs— so…

Backstory: Seattle's Tucked Away Waterfall Garden Park Stands out for Its Unlikely Story

Backstory: Seattle’s Tucked Away Waterfall Garden Park Stands out for Its Unlikely Story

This hidden pocket park is an ode to the origins of a parcel delivery service

This article appears in print in the July 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. The Landmark: Waterfall Garden ParkThe Location: Pioneer Square, 219 Second Ave. S The Backstory: In a neighborhood full of historic sites, Waterfall Garden Park stands out for its unlikely story. The tiny park—hidden behind very tall fences—features an artificial waterfall, a Japanese garden, and several tables…

Seattle's Democracy Vouchers Aim To Increase Civic Participation. Will They Work?

Seattle’s Democracy Vouchers Aim To Increase Civic Participation. Will They Work?

Seattle’s unique Democracy Voucher Program was designed to increase the number and diversity of local candidates. Is it doing the job?

This article appears in print in the July 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. This year’s Seattle City Council races have produced a bumper crop of candidates—56 people running for seven council seats. Of those, more than 40 have signed up to participate in the city’s audacious experiment in campaign funding: democracy vouchers, a unique form of public…

Vote: The Seattle Magazine Best of 2019 Readers’ Choice Poll

Vote: The Seattle Magazine Best of 2019 Readers’ Choice Poll

Cast your ballot for the best of the best in Seattle

Vote for your favorite wine bar, happy hour, sushi and more

Universal Standard Opens a First-of-its-kind Retail Concept in Belltown

Universal Standard Opens a First-of-its-kind Retail Concept in Belltown

The size-inclusive fashion brand designs clothing in sizes 00 to 40 and aims to use the new showroom to build community

Universal Standard, the popular size-inclusive fashion brand known for its elevated minimalist essentials and industry shattering 00 to 40 size offering, recently renovated their Belltown-based showroom (2228 First Ave.; 206.403.1818) to focus more on one-on-one customer service and community. This new concept, called 1:1, is built around the idea of fostering positive energy, which is…

Seattle Recycling Startup Goes Beyond the Blue Bin

Seattle Recycling Startup Goes Beyond the Blue Bin

Queen Anne-based Ridwell recycles items such as batteries, light bulbs and textiles for subscribers

Hard to recycle items such as batteries and light bulbs are accepted by Ridwell recycling service

Local Chef Brings 'American Omakase' to Capitol Hill

Local Chef Brings ‘American Omakase’ to Capitol Hill

Chef William Belickis moves on (again), this time to a Capitol Hill home for his internationally influenced 'American omakase'

The food at Violet is simple, refined, seasonal and internationally influenced

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