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Canopy Blue Moves Next Door
Madison Park charmer, Canopy Blue, has moved into the suite next door to their original spot in Arboretum Court, almost doubling their space, which means more of their beach-chic style for your shopping pleasure. In addition to tunics from Calypso, dresses from DVF and outerwear from neighbor Elizabeth Roberts, the new space has a denim…
Tips and Tricks to Shopping the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
How to navigate this extra-special sale with ease
July is a month that Nordstrom shoppers look forward to with giddy anticipation because it’s Anniversary Sale time and Anniversary Sale time means slashed prices on all the newest and most on trend clothing, shoes and handbags (and kids’ clothing for those of us who shop for kids) that Nordstrom trend-watchers, buyers and designers have…
4 Drinks That Pair Perfectly with Summertime Books
Summer is a fantastic time to put up your feet and relax in the sunshine while having a tall, cool, refreshing drink. It’s also an ideal time to catch up on your reading, whether you’re on vacation, enjoying the weekend or taking advantage of the longer daylight hours. But if you want to make your…
The 8 Thoughts That Go Through Your Mind While in Traffic
Traffic in and around Seattle is about to get really, really bad
Today is the day that will go down in local traffic infamy: All westbound travel along I-90 will be reduced to ONE LANE near Bellevue Way Southeast as crews repair expansion joints on the bridge. Officials have said this closure could potentially create backups of up to 10 miles. Thus, The Seattle Times has warned…
You, Too, Can Own a Private Island in the San Juans
A place where you and yours can live like a sir/madam
This entirely self-sufficient private island named Trump Island (and no, it’s not named after that Trump) in the San Juans is on the market for a mere $8.75 million. Just what do you get for that price tag? The 29.4 acre chunk of land boasts a more than 7,000 square-foot custom home with six bedrooms…
In the Garden: Great Goods & Goings-On
Talk about a perfect summertime blend: a glorious garden setting and a cocktail-making class. This Thursday (7/17), 6-9 p.m., Swansons Nursery (Crown Hill; 9710 15th Ave. NW; 206.782.2543) hosts “Garden to Glass,” featuring a botanical cocktail demo by Amy Pennington of GoGo Green Garden (who also will be signing copies of her latest book, Fresh…
Wild Ginger Chef Jacky Lo’s Recipe for Home-style Sambal
Ingredients: 1 pound red jalapeños, stemmed ½ cup vinegar 1 stalk lemongrass, minced 1 small piece ginger, peeled, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 lime peels Salt and sugar to taste Directions: Combine everything in a blender and blend until smooth. Bring mixture to a boil, adjust seasoning to taste. Cool and store in an…
Recipe of the Week: Fresh Peach and Corn Salsa
Culinary whiz Heather Christo creates this refreshing snack
We featured Queen Anne-based entertaining expert Heather Christo’s clever and super crafty grilled cheese and soup bar in our January 2014 issue, and now we’re bringing you one of her ingenious recipes that’s just perfect for summer. How to make it? Read on. Ingredients 3 fresh peaches, chopped2 ears fresh corn kernels (raw), cut off…
Ba Bar’s Eric Banh on Why He’s a Hard Boss and How He Knew Germany Would Win World Cup
Eric Banh has been a popular staple in the Capitol Hill dining scene since opening Monsoon in 1999, not long after moving back from Alberta, Canada where his family landed after moving out of Vietnam when Banh was 15-years-old. In Edmonton, Banh held several cooking jobs and even had his own restaurant called Lemon Grass…
This Calamari is Not Your Typical Appetizer
Crack in a box? Yes, indeed.
If you think of chewy, deep-fried rings with a side of dipping sauce when you hear the word “calamari,” get ready to have your mind blown. RockCreek has fried calamari on its menu, but it’s more of a squid dish than your typical appetizer. Technically, it’s called point judith calamari “Kari-Out,” but what it really…
Seattle Coffee Gear Opens in Westlake Center
The local coffee retailer expands its roster of stores into downtown Seattle
On the heels of Spanish fast-fashion retailer Zara opening and with plans for a third-floor revamp next year, Westlake Center is adding even more activity to its bustling hub, and this addition is sure to please the caffeine-crazed masses. Seattle Coffee Gear, the Lynnwood-based coffee and coffee machines and accessories retailer opens its fourth store…
Bell + Whete’s Marcus Charles on Why He Gave Up the Nightlife to Get a Real Job
When Bell & Whete (“wheat”) officially opened its doors on Saturday (here are 10 things to know about the restaurant), it became the newest hot spot to hit Belltown—a masculine, meat-heavy, Medieval-inspired restaurant sandwiched between Local 360 and The Crocodile—all three owned by Marcus Charles. Charles, a bit of a legend in Seattle, is still…
Want to Score a Spot in the Richard Sherman Celebrity Softball Game?
The Richard Sherman Celebrity Softball Game happens on Sunday, July 20, at Safeco Field and you have a chance to be on the roster. To nab the coveted spot among the star-studded team, which boasts Seahawks royalty Russell Wilson, Earl Thomas and Percy Harvin, among other notable names (interestingly enough they could only scare up…
Summertime Finds (Cocktail Gear!) & Fun (Chicken Coop Tour!)
As the temperature climbs, Seattleites embrace the summertime lifestyle with an exceptional zeal. Unlike, say citizens in sustained hot-weather climes, we try to make the most out of every one of our sun-drenched days. And that includes giving our shopping lists a decidedly sunny twist with some hot goods like: Outdoor Fatboy chairs ($329)…
An Interview with Designer (and Multi Tasking Mom) Maria Cornejo
New York-based Chilean designer Maria Cornejo was in Seattle in mid-June, making her first ever trip to our Barneys at Pacific Place to promote the most current collection from her line Zero + Maria Cornejo. We had a chance to e-chat with Cornejo, whose designs we admire for their sculptural yet fluid and flattering yet…
Far4 to Close
The Seattle shopping scene is being dealt a glancing blow this weekend: the exquisite, avant garde, boundary pushing and endlessly interesting Far4 is closing its doors. Owner Jenny Hudak Klimenkoff has been warning us for months, but the fact that it’s really happening is still a stunner. No one else in town carries what she…
Seven To-Die-For Wine Cellars You Have to See
These chic subterranean storage spots keep bottles of vino happy, while looking sublime
In honor of our upcoming coverage on all things Washington wines (look for Seattle Magazine’s 9th annual Washington Wine Awards in our August 2014 issue, hitting newsstands on July 24), we’re taking a peek inside a few chic cellars around town. What’s not to love: These cool, cave-like rooms burst with style and personality and…
Rosanna’s 2014 Tablescape Contest
The woman and creative force behind Rosanna tableware, Rosanna Bowles, is serious about a well-set table and every year for the last eight she’s held a Tablescape contest to inspire other domestically inclined style savants to set a stunning new bar (or table as the case may be). This year, entrants are asked to create…
Close By at West Elm
We love Close By, Porchlight Coffee’s Zach Bolotin’s online shopping ode to the Pacific Northwest and we love West Elm for giving him space to pop-up in-store and give folks a chance to check out his goods in person. Beat the heat and head to West Elm Saturday, July 12 between noon and 4 p.m. to…
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