February 2021
Where Seattle Creatives Find Inspiration
Six of Seattle's influential artists and innovators tell us where they go to seek inspiration
Seattle’s community of artists and innovators inspire us through the projects they design, the art they create and the food they cook. We asked six of the city’s influential creators to answer this question: “Where do you go to seek the inspiration to do what you do?” The answers might surprise you… George Suyama“When Kirk…
Sansei Serves up Hawaiian Fare with Mellow Island Vibes
New downtown sushi bar offers Japanese-inspired Pacific Rim fare with fresh local seafood
If you’re a foodie who travels to Hawaii, you’ve likely dined at one of D.K. Kodama’s Sansei seafood restaurants on Maui, Oahu or the Big Island. The chef-restaurateur is a native of Oahu, but actually started his career in the early 1980s at Arnies in Mukilteo. After four years, he relocated to Aspen, Colorado, where…
6 Summer Festivals to Add to Your Calendar
Art! Food! Dragons?! Whatever it is, Seattle has a summer celebration for it
» July, with its warm weather and late sunsets, is the height of festival season in the Seattle area. While the major event remains Seafair, with its downtown Torchlight Parade on 7/30 and numerous neighborhood satellite events, the month is full of music and cultural celebrations. » The West Seattle Summer Fest, at the West…
Pop Culture in the PNW: Books, Movies, and TV Shows Set in Seattle
Our city is the setting for some of media's most notable new stories
If you’ve been living under a rock, or perhaps don’t make a daily commute into the city, you might not have heard the buzz about the filming of scenes from the latest in the Fifty Shades of Grey series, Fifty Shades Darker, which happened last month in Pioneer Square and on the Alaskan Way Viaduct….
Recipe of the Week: Strawberry Shortcake from Biscuit Box
A fresh, distinctive take on classic strawberry shortcake
Fresh-baked biscuits. Ginger- and mint-infused macerated strawberries. Vanilla bean chantilly whipped cream. This is strawberry shortcake for the full-on epicurean. This scrumptious recipe from the folks behind the Biscuit Box food truck—operated by local mobile dining company Mobile Mavens—is just begging be savored in the sunshine. And with the first official day of summer finally here,…
The Must List: WA Brewers Festival, Etsy Craft Party
What to do this weekend in and around Seattle
Must DrinkWashington Brewers Festival at Marymoor Park(6/17 to 6/19, times vary) Raise a teensy taster glass to dad on Father’s Day weekend at this beer festival at Redmond’s Marymoor Park. Beer geeks can sample hundreds of beers from Evergreen State breweries, along with wine, cider and mead tastings, as well as tasty food to sop…
Instagram Inspiration: Farmers Market Finds
Vibrant, colorful fruits, vegetables and flowers from local farmers
There’s a reason everyone seems to glow in the summertime: uber-fresh goodies from the farmers market! And with many local ones from which to choose, there are tons of opportunities to pick up some juicy berries, crisp greens or just-picked peonies while strolling along in the sun. Whether your market of choice is in Wallingford, Madrona,…
10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas Under $50
A budget-friendly gift guide for presents that won't break the bank
This article originally appeared on Porch.com. Do you want to let your dad know how much he means to you without breaking the bank? From DIY projects to budget-friendly buys, these gift ideas are guaranteed to make your dad smile this Father’s Day! 1. Edible Cupcake Mug Did you read that right? Yes, you did! This…
Blast From the Past: Old-School Activities in Seattle
Turn back time by taking advantage of Seattle's old-school pastimes
It seems that in terms of technology hubs, Seattle has got it all: Microsoft (of course), Amazon’s expansive urban campus, and now, the shiny sheen of a new Facebook office. The high-tech gizmos of Back to the Future-fame have all but become our reality. And while the city seems to be approaching a Jetsons-esque landscape at…
Father’s Day Gift Guide for the Drinking Dad
What to get dear old dad on his special day
Father’s Day is just around the corner – this Sunday! – but there’s still time to pick up the perfect gift for dear old dad. And if your pops is one who likes a good beer, or some choice spirits, or enjoys making and having cocktails with local and non-local ingredients, well, I have you…
OMG! Mamnoon starts brunch service
Israeli egg dishes, fresh-baked Iranian bread, and other Middle Eastern morning goodies
It’s a fine day when one of our favorite restaurants announces it is finally launching a brunch program. Effective June 18 — just in time for Father’s Day — Mamnoon on Capitol Hill is rolling out a Middle Eastern-inspired brunch menu that will make it way easier to get over the fact that they recently…
The Center for Wooden Boats Celebrates its 40th Anniversary
This historic Lake Union gem totally floats our boat
At The Center for Wooden Boats’ (CWB) annual Wooden Boat Festival, set for Independence Day weekend, July 2–4, explore the nautical education nonprofit’s Lake Union Park home—and help celebrate its 40th anniversary. Turnout has grown more than fivefold since CWB welcomed 3,000 people to its first festival in 1976. “The festival is designed to celebrate…