The Pulse: Fresh Starts and Finds to Kick Off the Year
New openings, winter remedies, and a hunt for the city’s best green onion pancakes
By Sarah Stackhouse January 3, 2025
Happy New Year! I’m not big on resolutions, but I like the practice of setting an intention. A line from “Good Morning” by Mumu Fresh has been on my mind: “You’ll always see the world not as it is, but as you are.” It’s been on repeat here since the new year, thanks to KEXP’s amazing session, and I’m holding onto it going forward. What words are you taking into 2025?
Elliott Bay Books dropped its 2024 Best Sellers List. What’s on your nightstand?
Seattle’s new police chief, Shon Barnes, is set to take the reins this month. Among the challenges ahead is addressing property crime, a major concern for many residents.
The polar bear plunges this year were wild — thousands showed up to dive into icy waters. The photos from Edmonds and Tacoma are so much fun.
Feeling sniffly? Dig into these natural cold remedies.
Everyone is talking about this movie opening at SIFF next week. It looks dark and stunning.
T&T Groceries opened in Bellevue last month, offering pantry essentials, fresh noodles, and snacks galore. As the largest Asian grocery store in Washington, it’s still drawing crowds — lines can take up to 20 minutes. Have you checked it out yet?
There’s a Caffe Vita heading to Smith Tower. Some of the best coffee in the city in one of its most iconic buildings — what’s not to love?
This panettone bread pudding recipe looks simple, sweet, and basically it’s calling my name.
Washington has become a beacon of safety for members of the trans community.
Have you tried candle-pouring? This video from Pumarosa is mesmerizing to watch and looks like a calm, creative way to start the year.
Percival Everett is coming to Seattle this month — don’t miss the chance to hear him.
Amazon employees are heading back to the office full-time this week, so brace yourself for heavier traffic.
And finally, where are the best green onion pancakes in Seattle? I had some at a New Year’s Eve party, and now I can’t stop thinking about them.
What’s catching your eye this week? Let us know on Instagram @seattlemag.
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