Seattle Mag
Painting the new Pike Place Market
A chance to make your artistic mark in the market's makeover
Our beloved, bustling Pike Place Market is undergoing a major makeover, and July offers a chance for locals to contribute to its new look, scheduled to be revealed in 2017. From July 20 to July 24, Seattleites are invited to make their own marks on a collection of vibrantly colored panels. When the panels are…
Best Thing Our Food & Dining Editor Ate Last Week: Brimmer & Heeltap’s Ramen Loco Moco
Housemade sausage and handmade noodles elevate this Hawaiian fave
Loco moco is a common Hawaiian meal that traditionally consists of white rice topped with a hamburger patty, a fried egg, and brown gravy. It tastes good, so you typically don’t question the unappetizing look of the dish or the source of the ingredients. At Brimmer & Heeltap, the neighborhood bistro in Ballard, their version,…
Starbucks Roastery Unveils New Cold Drinks for Summer
Spoiler alert: Ice cream is involved
I scream. You scream. In Seattle, we all scream for coffee. But just in time for summer’s warmer temps, Starbucks is bringing us the best of both worlds with a line of coffee-based ice cream beverages. (Or are they ice cream-based coffee beverages?) The six new items—which incorporate high-quality scoops from Bainbridge Island’s Mora Ice…
In Search of Berries: The Best Berry Picking Spots Near Seattle
Head to one of these U-pick locations for all of your favorite summer berries
If you’re like us, there is no such thing as too much when it comes to berries. They’re healthy, juicy and delicous–how could anyone resist!? And if you’re in the mood for a little adventure, family fun or a way to really connect with your food (U-pick is basically as local as you can get!),…
The West Coast’s Ties to a Tumultuous Time in American Politics
The current trend of political violence is nothing new
Rising nationalism in Europe, anti-immigration and racist rhetoric at home, emboldened white supremacists, and outbreaks of political violence on the right and left in American streets. These are some of the political trends of 2016, but we’ve seen them before. Try the 1930s. The pre-WWII decade was tumultuous in American politics, and the West Coast…
Experimentations in Shape: Joan Wortis’ Handmade Textiles
Creative work by Vashon Island artist Joan Wortis includes pleated and dyed textiles
Joan Wortis’ home studio just off Wax Orchard Road on Vashon Island, is the ideal spot for indulging the artist’s creative side. “The island is a great place to work,” Wortis says. “Quiet, peaceful, no telephones in the studio…I can focus.” Such focus is critical to the creation of Wortis’ pleated and dyed textile works,…
Pop-Up Alert! Moroccan-Inspired Pop-Up Bakery Coming Soon
Chef Tarik Abdullah's Rose & Blossom showcases the spices of Morocco
If you’re a brunch person (you probably are), chances are you’ve heard of Morning Star, chef Tarik Abdullah’s beloved brunch pop-up that made its way around different locales in Hillman and Columbia City. Or perhaps you know him as a contestant on ABC’s hit cooking competition show The Taste. But if not, pay attention: this self-proclaimed…
The Must List: Seattle Pride Parade, Dog Film Festival and More
What to do this weekend in Seattle
Must FestA Whole Weekend Full of Pride(6/24 to 6/26, times vary) Kick off the weekend with the Trans Pride celebration on June 24, then live it up during Saturday’s Capitol Hill Pride festivities. On Sunday, make your way downtown where LGBTQ (and straight) revelers will flock to the sidewalks along 4th Avenue for the 42nd…
Recipe of the Week: Vegan Lavender Pavlova with Mixed Berries
A berry-filled summer dessert to make the most of your farmers market finds
Whether you’re scouring the local farmers markets or foraging in your neighborhood, seasonal berries are a crucial part of your summer diet. Make the most of your farm-fresh finds with this recipe from Spache the Spatula blogger, Rachael Dart. Vegan Lavender Pavlova with Mixed Berries Ingredients: FOR THE MERINGUE: 2/3 cup aquafaba (from a 15 oz. can of…
Pacific NW Cider Fest This Weekend, Plus Cat’s Pajamas Spirit
Where to celebrate and drink cider this weekend
There’s a big cider festival happening this weekend that you won’t want to miss, and perhaps the perfect sipper and mixer for cat lovers has recently been released. It’s just more of the non-stop tasty fun from our local beverage producers. Support Cats, Drink Well: The Hardware Distillery (which is down in Hoodsport, Wash.) has…
Trend alert: Washington gets its first Broth Bar
Portland's Broth Bar, a bone broth cafe, expands to downtown Olympia
Bone broth, one of 2015’s biggest national food trends, is coming to Washington. The specific trend, actually, is cafes dedicated to making nutrient-rich broth that’s easy to grab on the go. Sisters Tressa Yellig and Katie Yellig, the owners behind Portland’s Broth Bar, which opened in August of 2015, claim to be the first in…
Tonight: Magic Hour Market at The Little London Plane
Artisans and makers join for evening market celebrating summer nights in the PNW
Danny Zuko isn’t the only one praising the likes of a summer night. (Grease, anyone?) Tonight, artisans and makers from around Seattle join together for Magic Hour, a market celebrating midsummer evenings in the PNW. The event features a variety of artistic works: indigo, textiles, ceramics, jewelry, accessories, art, flowers, candles, soap and jam. The…