February 2021
Technological Advancements Make Orthodontia Less About Pain, More About Gain
Adult orthodontia isn't as scary as it once used to be
“I had braces as a kid, but [later] needed jaw surgery to correct my bite,” says Sofia, 30, an academic librarian in Seattle. She was in her early 20s when she decided against that procedure, but last summer she bit the bullet and, with the help of her parents, paid for the surgery. After a…
Former Whole Foods Chef Hired To Revamp Hospital Meals
Seattle Children's Hospital hires chef Ryan Garcia to improve quality of patient meals
In 2007, chef Ryan Garcia and his wife had to spend a stressful week at Seattle Children’s Hospital as the couple’s newborn recovered from the flu. During that time, he ate a lot of the hospital’s food—suffice it to say that when the chance to be on the other side of the plate came up…
Studies Show Not All Fats Are Created Equal
Contrary to popular belief, not everything low-fat and "light" is good for you
It’s been all over the news: Can butter, or even bacon, be good for you? Not quite—but recent studies have upended the decades-long health message that saturated fat is evil and low-fat and “light” everything is good. Carol A. Birch, a family nurse practitioner at Swedish Weight Loss Services’ First Hill and Issaquah campuses who…
The Best Places to Camp in the Northwest
From deluxe tents in a vineyard to charming cabins on a lake, we’ve got camping spots for everyone
It’s the perfect time to make camp. From tepees in a vineyard and charming cabins on a lake to pup tents in meadows under star-crammed skies, here you’ll find camping spots for all levels of motivation, experience and outdoor passion. Read on. Lake LifePlunge into the serene outdoors at Ross Lake in North Cascades National…
Korean Fusion Restaurant Tray Kitchen Makes Waves in Seattle
A mashup of unique flavors sets this modern dining experience apart
In a corner space on Leary Way, midway between Fremont and Ballard, Tray Kitchen’s spare interiors hint at the modern, world-influenced food served here, dim sum style. There are polished concrete floors and muted earth tones, high ceilings and south- and west-facing windows, an open kitchen and a small bar tucked in the back. Owner…
What’s Wrong With This House: Island Edition!
This waterfront Camano Island property has been on the market for 472 days. Why?
Each month, we crawl through real estate listings on various websites searching for homes–in all sorts of price points and locations–that for some reason, just haven’t found the right person or family to call their own. Sad. But why haven’t these seemingly lovely dwellings sold? A few months ago we featured this one (which shockingly…
Sneak Preview of Madrona’s Vendemmia
Former Ethan Stowell restaurant chef invites you to this soft opening
You know those buzzy, soft openings that restaurant people are always going to? Where friends and family of the chef and others close to the project get to dine at the restaurant before it even opens to the public? Well, now you’re invited, too. From the folks behind the One Night Only Project comes a…
Essensuals London Brings Expert Advice, Hair-Styling Skills to Seattle
The Capitol Hill hair salon is the brand's first outpost to open on the West Coast
If you’ve ever been tasked with the challenge of finding a new hairdresser, you know the struggle. It’s hard to find someone who cuts and styles your hair exactly to your liking. This Capitol Hill spot hopes to change that. The Essensuals London salon, part of the Toni & Guy London salon and haircare brand,…
The Top Home Shops in and Around Seattle
Where to find great goods for every room in the house
BallardYou’ll find everything for a contemporary home at 8-year-old Camelion Design (5330 Ballard Ave. NW; 206.783.7125; cameliondesign.com). Owner Nicole Vandermeulen has a knack for displays, creating inspiring vignettes easy to visualize in your own home, and she and her crack team offer design services to make them a reality. A colorful spring store rejuvenation has…
Instagram Inspiration: Our Weekly Top 5
This week we're lost in wanderlust and daydreams
Instagram Inspiration is a new column on Seattlemag.com that explores our favorite Instagram themes each week. While the Seattle weather taunts us with bouts of sun followed by venegful rainstorms, it has us dreaming of tropical escapes and far-off adventures. Delicate wisteria-covered walls in London, dusky Brazilian streets cast in a golden glow and crystal…
SIFF Picks: Two Must-See Movies from Seattle Filmmaker Mel Eslyn
Eslyn steps into the spotlight as an up-and-coming film producer
“I’m sitting here with a busted ankle thanks to a karaoke injury last night,” says Mel Eslyn. The Seattle-based filmmaker is in LA, keeping her foot elevated and speaking via a spotty Skype connection. She’s mid-shoot for a film she’s producing called MF, the directorial debut of Robert Schwartzman, brother of Jason (Rushmore) and cousin…
Is the Proposed Smoking Ban Unfairly Targeting the Homeless?
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Three cheers for Mariners pitcher Felix Hernandez, who nabbed his 2,000th strikeout during Sunday’s game against the Oakland A’s. King Felix is the fourth-youngest player to reach the exciting milestone, according to the Associated Press. The Mariners are currently in third place in the American League West and take on the San Diego Padres tomorrow…