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Recipe of the Week: Raspberry Pavlova
This dish may be enough to send Cupid's arrows flying
Well, the week of love is officially upon us. Reservations are penciled in at the quaintest spots in each neighborhood; the bubbles are patiently chilling in the fridge and bouqets are on backorder. After the flowers and the chocolates and the long dinner with your hunny, this year consider opting for something a little bit…
Girl Scout Targets Pot Shop, Light Rail Problems & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Rather than go under the knife, Seahawks’ cornerback Richard Sherman plans to let his elbow heal. The NFL star tore ligaments in his left elbow during the NFC Championship game against the Green Bay Packers. It was said he’d need Tommy John surgery, which is commonly associated with baseball pitchers. If you’re guilty of allowing…
Beach-Worthy Dresses for an Out-of-Town Jaunt
Hitting the sun and surf this month? Try this relaxed resortwear on for size
If you’re lucky enough to be jetting off to a tropical isle this month, whip your wardrobe into shape with something from Pua, a line of beach-worthy dresses, skirts and tops by Ballard’s Shala Sullivan Daniel, owner of former Queen Anne boutique La Femme. Pua means “flower” and “child” in Hawaiian—a perfect name for the…
Changes in Laws May Bring ‘Marijuana Use Lounges’ to Washington
There may be a new opportunity on the horizon for tourists to legally consume purchased marijuana
This article originally appeared on Avvo. The legalization of recreational marijuana in Washington and Colorado has left some challenges for tourists wanting to explore this new industry. According to Washington’s recreational marijuana laws, it is legal for non-residents over the age of 21 to purchase recreational marijuana but it is unlawful to open a package or…
Should Washington be Divided into Two Separate States?
The urge to tinker with our state lines never dies
In our bi-monthly Seattlemag.com column, Knute Berger–who writes regularly for Seattle Magazine and Crosscut.com and is a frequent pundit on KUOW–takes an in-depth look at some of the highly topical and sometimes polarizing issues in our city. The season for secession? We’ve all been trained to look at the map and regard the lines on…
Less Drama, More Drag: ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race Battle of the Seasons’ Hits Seattle
Our favorite queens are in Seattle on February 11 for a night of flamboyant fun
Seattleites, brace yourself: A whole lot of fabulous is about to set foot in our fair city. Forget about the rain and don your most fearless frock to the Showbox SoDo this Wednesday, February 11 at 9 p.m. for RuPaul’s Drag Race: Battle of the Seasons 2015 Condragulations Tour. The tour brings together your favorite…
7 Principles of Comprehensive Wealth Management
From reducing internal expenses to rebalancing, here are effective ways to manage your wealth
Sponsored by Brighton Jones The decision to hire a professional — whether for something simple like painting a house, or a legal issue — requires consumers to consider two main factors: cost and value. Cost is straightforward and determined by price. Value is subjective and involves both quantitative and qualitative measures. For instance, what is…
Belltown Bar Closes, Escala Condo on Airbnb & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Another day, another Fifty Shades of Grey-related story: This time, someone posted an Airbnb listing for a condo rental in the Escala, fictional home to none other than Christian Grey, the novel’s steamy hero. Curbed Seattle reports the listing offered up “the chance to live in a 1-BR condo in ‘the sexiest building in the…
Friday Time Waster: Cat Videos!
A closer look at some of our hometown Internet heroes of the feline variety
Perhaps because of all the Super Bowl hype, we missed an equally important event that happened last weekend: CatVidFest at the Kirkland Arts Center, hosted and produced by none other than Seattle’s favorite cat-video creator Will Braden. The feline fest screened oodles of cat videos that Braden hand-picked and appeared in a reel shown at…
#VitaminP, Richard Sherman, A Gluten-Free Brewery Opens & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
What’s with the Yellow Bike? I know we’re all severely lacking in Vitamin D right now, but be in search of #VitaminP and you may reap some rewards! Pronto Cycle Share, Seattle’s recently launched bike share program, is putting some sunshine back on our streets with its yellow “Unicorn” bike that, starting today, will be…
Must List: Science Fiction Fest, Bike Swap and a Home Furnishings Sample Sale
What to do this weekend in Seattle
Must HearDinner, Drinks and Maria Semple at UW ClubFriday (2/6, 7 p.m.) Author Maria Semple will discuss her writing career and read from her best-selling novel Where’d You Go Bernadette, an intriguing comedy that pokes fun at the dynamics of Seattle family life. Tickets include a three-course dinner and a paperback copy of Semple’s book….
Seattle Cider Co. Expanding, Whiskey Tasting with John Howie
From tastings to expansions, there's a lot to keep track of in the bar world
There are loads of fun things happening in the bar and distillery world right now. Mark your calendars while you read so you don’t miss a thing. Speed Rack is Back – Support Your Local Female Bartenders It’s a contest that pits top female bartenders against each other in a speed-bartending contest, all while raising…
Rain, Beacon Hill Through the Years & More News
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Rain, rain go away. No really, go away. Today’s rain is just the initial blast of wet weather that we’ll be seeing over the next five days. Get ready for even more storms. According to King 5 meteorologist Rich Marriott, “the rain will be heavy Thursday morning,” and then after a midday reprieve, it will…
Local ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Star Returns Home
Our chat with contemporary dancer Casey Askew on his journey to fame
Edmonds native Casey Askew made our city proud as a star on the 11th season of FOX’s reality dance competition So You Think You Can Dance. The 19-year-old triumphed over thousands of fierce competitors during auditions for the show and once on stage, his impressive talent landed him among its Top 20 finalists. (He was…
Throwback Thursday: Celebrating 100 Years of Greek Culture in Seattle
MOHAI's Place at the Table exhibit pays homage to a century of Greek restaurants, culture and spirit
Before Greek restaurateurs introduced Pacific Northwesterners to Ouzo or their fresh Mediterranean fare, they were immigrants in a new world, working long hours and adapting to unfamiliar ways in order to survive. More than a century ago, many arrived with little education, no transferable skills and a only contact name or two if lucky. Broke…
How to Spoil Yourself on Valentine’s Day
Whether you're single or don't give two hoots about the holiday, it's still time to treat yo self
The starry-eyed masses may be out snatching up roses, chocolate and sentimental cards before making rezzies at a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner spot. (The lovey day is this Saturday, FYI.) But you–the unaffected single, the consciously uncoupled, the devil-may-care guy or gal who doesn’t need a special holiday to help you spread love and joy–you…
Where to Dine on the Lovey-Doviest Day of the Year
Take your sweetie to a fantastic Seattle restaurant for a delish meal this Valentine's Day
Let’s talk expectations. There are a lot of ins and outs that happen on Valentine’s Day–candy, flowers, cards–and usually a romantic dinner is somewhere in the mix. If you’re still in need of ideas, we at Seattle Magazine have thrown together a few fantastic local spots brimming with specials that will make the culinary portion…
Life in the ‘Fifty Shades’ Building, ‘Up’ House Update
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
The late Edith Macefield’s tiny Ballard home that somewhat inspired the Disney animated film Up (remember Macefield’s national-news-making refusal of a $1 million offer forced developers build the Ballard Blocks around her), might go up for foreclosure auction next month. The Seattle PI reports that the current owner of the house owes more than $185,000…
What’s on the Menu at the Upcoming Pop! Bubbles & Seafood
From oysters to deviled eggs with salmon roe, plates will runneth over at our bubbly-fueled event
Have you secured your tickets yet to Seattle magazine’s inaugural Pop! Bubbles & Seafood tasting party on Saturday, February 21? The event kicks off the 7th annual Seattle Wine and Food Experience, held the next day in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. There is still ample time to get your Pop! tickets (go here to…
Recipe of the Week: Salmon Ceviche
Brighten up mid-winter days with this zesty dish
Super Bowl weekend has come and passed, leaving our kitchens with nothing but leftover dips and Skittles. To wash our bad habits from the weekend, we have Queen Anne entertaining expert Heather Christo’s Salmon Ceviche recipe. It’s bright and robust, and packed with so much flavor you’ll forget just how healthy it is. Heather Christo…
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