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What do Steve Winwood and Chris Peterson of Avennia have in Common?
(Hint: I'm the same boy I used to be)
As Chris Peterson explains, Avennia is the small and new winery on the block that is already receiving high praise. He loves the one on one vibe at the Auction of WA Wine picnic, but has a lot of fun with the winemakers dinner as well. He also gushes about his beautiful new wine, Valery….
Charlie Hoppes, Quintessance Vineyard and the Auction of WA Wines Make a Great Trio
Auction of WA Wines "Meet the Maker" Series
Charlie, owner and winemaker, explains the value of Auction of Washington Wines. He also dishes on a new vineyard on Red Mountain called Quintessence that Fidelitas is utilizing.
Remember when the Grape Killer lot raised $35K for charity?
Auction of WA Wines "Meet the Maker" Series
Grape Killer’s favorite memory of the Auction of Washington Wine was when seven of his etched nine-liter wines all sold for double in price. That meant $35,000 was earned for Children’s Hospital and he couldn’t of been more proud.
Our Favorite River Floats in Washington
Spend a hot summer day floating on one of Washington's many rivers
Note: This article was published in July 2015 and some details of this article may have changed. For more current information, see the August 2018 cover story of Seattle magazine on the 40 Best Water Adventures in the PNW, which features some of Washington’s best river floats. Washington, as we all know, is a land…
Flavors Galore at Coyle’s Bakeshop in Greenwood
Both sweet and savory shine at Coyle’s long-awaited brick-and-mortar bakery
I confess. I’m not wild about cretzels. When pastry chef Rachael Coyle (The Herbfarm, Le Pichet) launched her pop-up at Book Larder in 2013, her signature extra-crunchy croissant-pretzel hybrid was the talk of the town. I found them too hard and one-note in flavor. It was Coyle’s rich, handmade desserts that captured my attention. Happily,…
Kevin Zelko’s Climb of a Lifetime
This notorious cancer survivor plans to climb Mt. Rainier with a 46-lb. MLS trophy in tow
Four years ago, he gained notoriety for using Twitter (@Msbeervendor) to sell beer at Safeco Field. Three years later, he was back in the news for raising $25,000 to buy Seahawks jerseys for every kid at Seattle’s Kimball Elementary, where he taught special education. But now, Kevin Zelko is raising money for a much more…
A Taste of The Tropics at Hotel Albatross
Set sail with spirited tiki drinks and kicky street food at this Ballard hangout
Ever since Coleridge’s famed “Rime of the Ancient Mariner,” the albatross has been seen as an unwelcome weight. But Hotel Albatross, on the west end of Ballard’s Market Street (2319 NW Market St.; 206.566.6181; Facebook, “Hotel Albatross Ballard”), is so full of exuberant and spirituous fun, it quickly alleviates any burdens. But, first, know it’s…
A Warm Water Blob, Russell Wilson’s Giant Contract & More News
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Warmer Waters: KING 5 News states that a “blob” of warm water is expanding inland from the Pacific Ocean, causing water temperatures to be about four degrees higher than usual. Four degrees might not sound like a lot, but that small change can threaten marine life and increase toxins in the water. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
The Must List: Blue Angels, Art Fairs Galore and Shakespeare in the Park
What to do in Seattle this weekend
Must Look UpBlue Angels Roar into Town (8/1 to 8/2) Love the spectacle or hate the noise, there’s no denying the presence of the Blue Angels when they zoom into Seattle airspace. Hold onto your hats—and skittish dogs, too. Must Have an Art AttackA Host of Art Fairs Open (7/30 to 8/2, times vary) The…
Three Impressions of Rachel’s Ginger Beer on Capitol Hill
RGB's latest iteration wows with fried food, slushy cocktails and, of course, ginger beer
There’s a new sibling for the Pike Place Market Rachel’s Ginger Beer store and bar, and it’s situated right in the new 12th Avenue Arts Center on Capitol Hill. We stopped by recently to check out the space and to cool off with some chilly drinks. The Ginger Beer: As you’d hope, the selection of…
Three new restaurants opening in August
Look for fresh foodie spots in Belltown, Ballard and on Capitol Hill
Surprise, surprise. In early August, three new restaurants are opening in the hottest foodie neighborhoods: Ballard, Belltown and Capitol Hill. In fact, if you need to escape the soaring sounds of Seafair this weekend, you can duck into Little Oddfellows or Orfeo, which will both open on Saturday, August 1. Here’s what you need to…
Instagram Inspiration: Our Weekly Top 5
Can you believe these coastal views are all within two hours of Seattle city limits?
Sometimes after a long work week you just need to spend a day at the beach. Sometimes you also need a dose of quiet and relaxation, which lamentably often can’t be found at Seattle’s main beaches on a 90-degree Saturday afternoon. So if you’re looking to get a little warm sand between your toes and…
Photos from FareStart’s 2015 Guest Chef Spectacular
The annual celebration of chefs and beverage producers who support FareStart’s culinary mission
More than 650 people gathered on June 25 for FareStart’s Guest Chef Spectacular at the Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center. It was a grand celebration of the talented chefs, restaurants and other food industry partners that support FareStart. More than 40 restaurants, wineries, distilleries and breweries were in attendance. The event raises important funds to support…
A French-style Bike will Deliver St-Germain Cocktails to You
Tap your Uber app Friday and Saturday to summon a 'Biketender,' who will mix up your fancy drink
Ride-hailing service company Uber is known for its zany on-demand delivery stunts like Uber Kittens and Uber Ice Cream, which is now offered globally. Now, it has partnered with Bacardi to bring you, what else, drinks on demand with the launch of its St-Germain Biketender. If you’re downtown on Friday, July 31 from 2 to…
Seafair Weekend, Even More Hot Weather & More News
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Seafair Festivites: Grab your sunglasses and head to Lake Washington for Seafair weekend. The summer-long celebration will culminate with boat races, live music and family fun at Genesee Park in Rainier Valley. As always, the weekend highlight will be the Blue Angels and their dazzling-but-heartstopping aerial performances. Single-day tickets range from $10-$30 and can be…
Recipe to Make Now: Pine and Crave’s Fancy Pants Grapefruit
The perfect nibble for parties and wedding showers
This article originally appeared on Seattlebridemag.com. With wedding season upon us, that also means bridal showers are aplenty. Whether you’re tasked with planning, or are just a guest, bringing a little homemade something for the table is an appreciative gesture that won’t be overlooked. If you’re scouring Pinterest for something that says gourmet but is…
How much do you spend?
6 techniques to help you manage and monitor cash flow
Sponsored by Brighton Jones Wealth Management & Financial Advisory Have you ever tracked your workouts when working toward a fitness goal? Or written down everything you ate to embark on a weight-loss program? Most experts agree that in order to improve, we must first track and measure whatever it is we’re trying to improve upon….
Digital Artist Chiho Aoshima’s Adorable Apocalypse
Digital artist Chiho Aoshima creates dreamy dystopias in a new SAM exhibit
The environmental apocalypse is coming—but at least it’s awash in Technicolor. In the new show at the SAM Asian Art Museum, Chiho Aoshima: Rebirth of the World, the Japanese pop artist shares her vision of the future, where skyscrapers have minds (and bodies) of their own, red-eyed ghost girls drift along washed-out beaches, and puffy…
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