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Back Page: A “Trip” Through Time
The changing perceptions of psychedelics
In 1967, psychedelics were vilified and effectively banned during the height of the counterculture movement. Daytrippers and hippies embraced LSD and psilocybin for consciousness expansion, spiritual exploration, or just pure escape. Nowadays, we find substances such as LSD, psilocybin and MDMA being seriously studied in clinical settings and reevaluated as powerful therapeutic tools. Microdosing has…
Stadium Supreme
'USA Today' readers rank Lumen Field first among NFL stadiums
Lumen Field was named Best NFL Stadium in 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, its second win in three years. USA Today describes it as “a locals’ stadium,” praising the atmosphere created by the fans along with “a bountiful selection of local craft beer… and a diverse array of foods, including Pacific Northwest favorites.” The write-up highlights…
Must List: Five Fun Things to Do in Seattle This Week
Bumbershoot, divorce drama, cosmic art
Hi, this is a big weekend for Seattle. Summer may be winding down—at least for students and parents—but the city’s still buzzing with PAX West and Bumbershoot, where Aurora and Janelle Monáe headline the stages. If you’re looking for something more low-key, there’s a gorgeous new SAM exhibition by Pakistani-American artist Anila Quayyum Agha, plus…
SAM Opens Its First Solo Exhibition By a Pakistani-American Artist
With Geometry of Light, Anila Quayyum Agha presents a dazzling Pacific Northwest debut
Anila Quayyum Agha is an artist who invites you to step closer to her work. To lean in, observe patterns, follow a stitch of thread or a beam of light. Her pieces are large—especially the laser-cut steel light sculptures featured in Seattle Asian Art Museum’s new show, Anila Quayyum Agha: Geometry of Light—but they hold…
Dispatches from Greenland, Part One: Touching Down on the Edge of the Arctic
United Airlines offers the first new commercial flight from the U.S. to Greenland in nearly 20 years.
Icebergs drift past in improbable forms: a crouching sphinx, a Viking ship, a chess game abandoned by giants. Fog and midnight sun blur together until hours lose their meaning. From the deck of the MS Fridtjof Nansen, time hangs suspended—a mesmerizing, shifting stage set for whatever happens next. Suddenly, the voice of our expedition leader…
All Aboard the Price Hike
Two rounds of fare hikes, a bigger summer surcharge, and new credit card fees are on the way for Washington State Ferries riders
A trip on a Washington state ferry will get more expensive this fall. The Washington State Transportation Commission recently approved fare hikes of 3% on Oct. 1 and another 3% on May 1, 2026. It’s also raising the summer season surcharge to 35% on all routes next year and, on a trial basis, extending the…
Turning Tragedy into Empowerment
Author Ann Muno channels her sister’s tragedy into empowering girls through the Justice for Girls Coalition
Ann Muno was just 10 years old when her 16-year-old sister, Kim, was murdered by a male classmate after her shift at the mall. The crime rocked her family and the small community of Libertyville, Illinois, about 30 miles north of Chicago. Muno, a Seattle resident, is now executive director of the Justice for Girls…
Whale Of A Remodel
The transformation of an Orcas Island home takes advantage of remarkable views
For many years, Apollo 8 astronaut Bill Anders entertained his Orcas Island neighbors with breathtaking acrobatics in his vintage airplane. Anders and his wife, Valerie, had purchased a five-acre compound on the isolated western edge of the island for its mesmerizing view, a subject he knew something about. As a member of the first human…
Five Ways to Summer
How to soak up the last of the season before fall rolls in
Don’t even think about autumn yet. Summer’s still here, and we should be enjoying every last warm day. I’ve been savoring the simple pleasures of the season, trying to make the most of it before the weather shifts. Here are five things I’m loving right now, and I hope they’ll inspire you to do the…
Ramie Shows Seattle What Vietnamese Cuisine Can Be
Restaurant reinvents classic dishes with a local twist
Slightly more than a year ago, when Ramie opened in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood, owner Trinh Nguyen wasn’t sure the location was going to jive with what she had in mind. She’d found success with Ba Sa on Bainbridge Island, which she co-owns with her brother, Thai, but the commercial climate in the small seaside…
A Hidden Gem in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness
This rugged high route offers sweeping views and rare solitude just 75 miles from Seattle
As I traversed a steep trail, five long hours after I started, I began to feel a bit lonely. I hadn’t seen anyone for several miles, and the heat of the day was making my brain foggy. Then, around the corner, a hardy family of five—including three young kids—appeared, traipsing along like mountain goats, seemingly…
Washington’s Food Banks Face a Crisis
Federal cuts and rising demand are forcing food banks across the state to reduce services, and brace for even greater need
Washington’s already-squeezed food bank system expects further pressure as an estimated 170,000 residents stand to lose food stamp benefits under the president’s tax cut law. Food banks already face high demand and difficult choices about how much they can stay open and what food they can hand out. Many are also burning through reserves they…
Must List: Five Fun Things to Do This Week
Fairs, funnymen, and Jubilee Love Fest
Seattle’s been humming lately—long evenings and packed patios. Whether you’re in the mood for comedy, art, music, or funnel cake, there’s no shortage of things to do before summer slips away. Here’s what’s going on this week: Evergreen State Fair Aug. 21-26 & Aug. 28-Sept. 1 Evergreen State Fair Park, Monroe $15+ Rides, animals,…
A Seaweed Sanctuary
Enjoy a soothing wrap from the sea
Deep in the wilderness, in a secluded cove off the coast of Canada’s Vancouver Island, there’s a place so magical and transformative that some have claimed it to be one of the best experiences of their life. Moon Jelly Bathhouse is a haven where mermaid dreams come true and luxury is guaranteed. What makes this…
Scenes from the Crossing
Photographer Kristopher Shinn captures fleeting moments aboard Washington’s ferries
The first time Kristopher Shinn brought his camera onto a ferry was in 2020, after his sister moved from South Seattle to Bainbridge Island. He went along to help with the move, snapped a few photos, and soon found himself bringing the camera on every crossing. Over the next two and a half years, those…
Live Long and Prosper: The Quest for Eternity in the Emerald City
The longevity movement is flourishing in Seattle
Is a longer life always a better one? As science and modern medicine evolve, the human lifespan is getting longer by the year. According to the Global Burden of Disease Study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, global life expectancy will increase by 4.9 years in men and 4.2 years in women between…
Counter Culture: Emerald City Fish & Chips
Gumbo and a spicy tartar sauce might just upend your entire belief system
On the outskirts of Columbia City, Emerald City Fish & Chips is frying like it means it. I judge every restaurant’s fish and chips by the quality of the cod and the tartar sauce. The Alaskan cod arrives in a Southern-style jacket that crackles at first bite before giving way to moist, flaky glory—glory that’s…
The Perks of Seattle’s Parks
The city’s parks offer lush green spaces and easy access to nature, ranking it among the nation’s top park systems
Seattle’s parks are not just green spaces — they’re integral to the city’s identity. With nearly 500 parks and natural areas spanning 6,500 acres, Seattle is home to lush urban sanctuaries, offering everything from towering evergreens to scenic lakes and mountain views. These parks provide residents with plenty of opportunities to connect with nature, whether…
Pike Place Music Venue Seeks Buyer
After three years as a hub for live music and performance, The Rabbit Box Theatre is looking for a new owner
After opening at the tail end of the pandemic and operating for three years, The Rabbit Box Theatre in Pike Place Market is up for sale. A popular music venue and hub for community and artists, the nightclub has offered a rotating schedule of live music, burlesque, comedy, cultural and literary events. “The Rabbit Box…
Restaurant Roundup: Shilshole Seafood Boil and Underground Eats
Here’s what was served up recently in the Emerald City
As a food writer, it doesn’t behoove oneself to lead readers down a blind alley. Thankfully, that’s exactly what Jasmine Vieau did on the way to Sap Sap, a Laotian deli and cafe that lives up to its name by being “yummy yummy.” Guests to this White Center hidden gem, tucked inconspicuously behind a Mexican…
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