April 2021

Eating out in Seattle? First, Consult Our Expert

Eating out in Seattle? First, Consult Our Expert

Plus: Where to take groups and out-of-towners. Our food and dining editor tackles your culinary questions

Every Wednesday, our food and dining editor, Chelsea Lin, takes to our Instagram (@seattlemag) to answer your burning questions about Seattle’s cuisine scene. Questions from the last two weeks are compiled here, and cover topics from places to trust with your holiday, to where to find those foods you’re homesick for (chili burgers, Turkish food, teppanyaki, oh…

December Hike of the Month: Wallace Falls

December Hike of the Month: Wallace Falls

Located in Gold Bar, a relatively short drive up U.S. Route 2, this gorgeous hike is a cattle trail in summer and fall, but is perfect for a winter hike

Don’t pack up the hiking boots yet. There are still some lower elevation trails out there that are usually snow-free and are perfect for a December hike. It’s also the perfect time to take on some of the trails that are so packed in the summer, you need to be at the trailhead by dawn…

Top Doctors 2019: Ophthalmology

Top Doctors 2019: Ophthalmology

Part of the 19th annual list of the region's best physicians

This article appears in print in the April 2019 issue, as part of the Top Doctors cover story. Click here to subscribe. These surgical and medical specialists focus on the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. Charles Birnbach, M.D., macular degeneration, retinal detachment, retina/vitreous surgery; Proliance Retina, 1750 112th Ave. NE, Suite D050, Bellevue, 206.215.3850; Overlake Medical Center; New…

Top Doctors 2019: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Top Doctors 2019: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Part of our 19th annual list of the region's best physicians

This article appears in print in the April 2019 issue, as part of the Top Doctors cover story. Click here to subscribe. Ann M. Bridges, M.D., general obstetrics; The Polyclinic Madison Center, Obstetrics/Gynecology, 904 Seventh Ave., Seattle, 206.860.4541; Swedish Medical Center–First Hill; Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, 1986 Seine Chiang, M.D., uterine fibroids and Pap smear abnormalities, minimally invasive…

Top Doctors 2019: Neuroradiology

Top Doctors 2019: Neuroradiology

Part of our 19th annual list of the region's best physicians

This article appears in print in the April 2019 issue, as part of the Top Doctors cover story. Click here to subscribe. These radiologists use imaging procedures relating to the head, neck and spinal cord. Jeffrey G. Jarvik, M.D., MPH, spinal imaging, brain imaging; Radiology Services at University of Washington Medical Center, 325 Ninth Ave., Seattle, 206.744.3561; Harborview Medical Center,…

Top Doctors 2019: Neurology

Top Doctors 2019: Neurology

Part of the 19th annual list of the region's best physicians

This article appears in print in the April 2019 issue, as part of the Top Doctors cover story. Click here to subscribe. Neurologists focus on disorders of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. Michael R. Chun, M.D., general neurology, dementia; The Everett Clinic, Neurology, 3901 Hoyt Ave., Everett, 425.339.5408; Providence Regional Medical Center Everett; University of Wisconsin…

Top Doctors 2019: Pediatric Neurology

Top Doctors 2019: Pediatric Neurology

Part of our 19th annual list of the region's best physicians

This article appears in print in the April 2019 issue, as part of the Top Doctors cover story. Click here to subscribe. Catherine M. Amlie-Lefond, M.D., pediatric vascular neurology, cerebrovascular disease, stroke; Seattle Children’s Hospital, Neurology, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 206.987.2078; Seattle Children’s Hospital; David Geffen School of Medicine at University of California, Los Angeles, 1989 George Makari,…

The Best Winter Getaways

The Best Winter Getaways

Looking for your winter bliss? We've got you covered

MOUNTAIN MAJESTY: Strap on some snowshoes and explore, or get cozy with a warm winter beverage at the National Park Inn.There’s something for everyone during winter in Mount Rainier National Park

Follow I-90 for a Luxe Winter Getaway, From the Salish Lodge to Suncadia

Follow I-90 for a Luxe Winter Getaway, From the Salish Lodge to Suncadia

A jaunt west to east along this highway packs plenty of options for a long winter weekend of luxe fun

The Salish’s Club 268 takes its name from the height of Snoqualmie Falls

Queen City's Return to Belltown

Queen City’s Return to Belltown

The newest iteration is a cozy, convivial spot with great cocktails

The lighting may be low, but the fun, cocktails, and food are at a high level at the new Queen City in Belltown.

Seattle's Watergate Connections Are Stronger Than You Think

Seattle’s Watergate Connections Are Stronger Than You Think

Knute Berger discusses Watergate, the Russia investigation and more with journalist Bob Woodward

I recently had the chance to interview Washington Post journalist Bob Woodward during an appearance in Seattle where he was promoting his book on the Donald Trump administration titled Fear, an insider’s look at the function—and dysfunction—of the Trump White House. Woodward became famous for the reporting he did with his partner, Carl Bernstein, on…

Cozy up and Watch Storms on the Oregon Coast

Cozy up and Watch Storms on the Oregon Coast

A favorite winter spectator sport is best viewed from a window; these spots give you a front-row seat

DARK AND LIGHT: Winter weather creates an eerie landscape on the Oregon coast