June 2010
The Misunderstanding of Scott Carsberg
A local culinary mastermind reflects on nearly two decades of sensational food.
Chef Scott Carsberg doesn’t breathe fire. But that’s not to say the capricious, James Beard Award–winning chef, whose eclectic Belltown restaurant Lampreia was on many food critics’ top-five lists for the better part of two decades, isn’t capable of magic. Carsberg has the skill of an alchemist, taking fresh ingredients and combining them into something…
Best Camping Spots: Occupational Hazards
Avid hiker Kristen Russell wants to be sure you know a few things before camping in the Northwest.
WeatherNo matter the forecast, in the Northwest you must be prepared for rain. That crazy nylon sheet that came with your tent—the one covered with toggles and cords and pulleys—is called a rain fly. Use it! And don’t skip the tarp under your tent; if you do, you could wake up to see your flashlight…
Spotlight: Culture Club
A one-of-a-kind, Seattle-based performance group has been dazzling audiences and fostering Filipino
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines A one-of-a-kind, Seattle-based performance group has been dazzling audiences and fostering Filipino community since 1959 Culture ClubBaruso! Pagbalik! Filipino drill commands pepper the air as young women, dressed in vibrant sari skirts, perform a complex dance and combat routine. The girls—from 5 years of age into their early 20s—alternate precision…
Summer Guide 2010: University District
The historic U District has seen ups and downs, but its location next to the water and a lively stud
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines The historic U District has seen ups and downs (see our story on “The Ave” ), but its location next to the water and a lively student vibe has kept it a perennial summer fave. Sun WorshipPile your crew into a rowboat or a couple of canoes at the docks…
Summer Guide 2010: Mural Quiz
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines 1. In Greenwood, near 85th Street and 3rd Avenue. Painted by John Osgood. 2. In Green Lake, between the lake and Woodland Park Zoo, under Aurora Avenue. Painted by Josh Howard. 3. In West Seattle, outside Café Revo (2940 Southwest Avalon Way). Painted by Glenn Case. 4. In Sodo, near…
Summer Guide 2010: Summer Mixtape
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines Giving our summer guide an audio component—a summer soundtrack of sorts—has become an annual tradition. This year we’re showcasing an array of local bands in the form of a mixtape (well, a virtual mixtape, since cassettes have gone the way of the Betamax). Thanks to Seattle’s bevy of bands, making…
Summer Guide 2010: Outdoor Music
Looking for more summer events? Check out our Festivals and Outdoor Movies guides. SEATTLE Seattle Peace Concert Series6/13–9/19Get out and enjoy Seattle’s city parks at these free, family friendly concerts held on Sundays featuring local and regional musicians. Canned food donations for Northwest Harvest appreciated.Must-see shows/bands: Adrian Xavier (8/29 Volunteer Park), Kuli Loach & Andy Coe…
Seattle Summer Guide 2010
Hallelujah! Summer is finally here!
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines Hallelujah! Summer is finally here! As locals know, from the first moment the sun starts showing its big yellow head, we’re in our short sleeves and aiming to spend as many hours outdoors as possible. Looking for ways to fill those gloriously long days? Our annual summer guide features countless…
Home: Crib Notes
Some girls grow up surrounded by fairy tales, but little Anais Canlis
Category: Shopping + Fashion Articles Some girls grow up surrounded by fairy tales, but little Anais Canlis’ nursery has a more realistic narrative. Crib NotesBorn February 9 to glass artist J.P. Canlis and his wife, Leigh (who runs their gallery, Canlis Glass, and is also a contributor to seattlemag.com’s Balancing Act blog), Anais (pronounced…
Tasting Notes: Cave B Winery
Freddy Arredondo
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines Freddy Arredondo’s culinary background informs Cave B Winery’s approach to winemaking. Chef’s choiceMost winemakers aren’t lucky enough to have a vineyard right outside their wineries. Generally, they buy their grapes from vineyards near and far—sometimes staying involved in decisions on when to water and when to harvest but often deferring…
Cheap Eats: China Town’s Noodle King
A deft hand toss is Noodle King
Category: seattlepi.com teaser headlines A deft hand toss is Noodle King’s crowning achievement Royal TreatWhen I ordered the hot and spicy seafood noodle soup with hand-tossed noodles ($8.95; $6.95 with regular noodles) at Noodle King, the last thing I expected to see was owner Huiyu Liu making the noodles to order. I found myself…