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Holiday Take-Out: Dessert
Where to get a great dessert for your holiday feast
Let’s face it: We’re not all bakers. But banning Betty Crocker from our lives doesn’t mean we can’t take post-dinner celebrations seriously. Here’s where to start if you want to make a great dessert without actually making dessert. THE ALMIGHTY PIEBest Pies to GoNo matter how famous your grandmother’s pie crust may be, you’ll need…
Uber to Test Carpooling Service, Dark and Stormy Weather & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
On Monday Seattle had one of its darkest days, according to KOMO News. Monday was the second darkest day in Seattle so far in the 21st century. The University of Washington measured only 0.44 MJ/m2 (megajoule/square meter), just barely outshining a measurement taken in 2006 at 0.39. We can thank the rain clouds for the dreary…
State of Emergency Declared, Seattle Singles Love Star Wars & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Storms result in state of emergency: Govenor Jay Inslee has declared a state of emergency in Washington following heavy rainstorms that caused flooding, landslides, and power outages throughout the state. Many rivers remain under flood warnings, with some of the most severe flooding happening in Cowlitz, Lewis and Snohomish counties. In addition to increasing water…
Drink Recipes Using Salish Liqueur
two recipes will give you an idea of where you might start on your Salish Sea sipping adventure
Salish Sea Cocktail RecipesWith such a variety of liqueur flavors, the cocktail opportunities are nearly endless. Read more about Salish Sea Liqueurs here. The Bosun’s GardenThis brings loads of herb and spice magic to the tongue, and while it does have a strong nautical connection (Bluewater Organic Distilling, whose gin is a key ingredient in…
A Feast for the New Year with Smoked Salmon
A forager's New Year's feast, course by course
January is a perfect chance for the Northwest forager to hang up boots and basket for a brief spell—and camp out in the kitchen. I like to inaugurate this indoor time with a New Year’s feast, one that commemorates the past 12 months by using some of my favorite ingredients gathered during the year. Bon…
Holiday Take-Out: Easy Holiday Drinks
…so you don’t have to play bartender all night long
FizzyA bubbly cocktail kicks off any celebration with flair. There’s the classic Champagne cocktail: a sugar cube dashed with angostura bitters, over which sparkling wine is poured. Or the kir royale: cassis (black currant liqueur) topped with bubbly. Both are delicious. But to add a little more dazzle, try the Thyme to Sparkle, which is…
Holiday Take-Out: Cocktail Party Hors d’Oeuvres
Fail-safe gourmet grab-and-go noshes for an instant cocktail party
Yes, yes, it’s a busy time of year. So you might talk yourself out of having friends in for a holiday gathering, because there’s too much to do. But you owe it to yourself to embrace the quality time and shake off worrying about how to pull it off. These exceptionally reliable items will make…
Holiday Take-Out: Where to Buy Simple Side Dishes
Here’s what to buy (or make) to fill in the feast.
Our go-to farmers’ market stops have the best fall and winter produce for classic (or not so classic) side dishes—all made with vegetables grown nearby. Take advantage of what’s local without breaking the bank (or spending weeks in the kitchen) by following the loose recipes below. GREENSLacinato Kale from Willie Green’s Organic Farm (Monroe, williegreens.org)Buy:…
Holiday Take-Out: Where to Buy the Main Course
The Ultimate Roast Beasts, Seattle-chef Style
If there’s one way to catch your guests’ attention, it’s with a stunning main course—which means starting with the best star player you can find. (Hint: Order ahead.) Below, Seattle chefs share their holiday habits, and which purveyors they trust. This year, spend your time and effort on the table’s masterpiece, and purchase perfect pairings…
Holiday Pet Adoption, Haute Hibou Promotions & More Shopping Events
Stay up to date with the newest store openings, collaborations and sales in Seattle
Holiday Hoedown Pet AdoptionWhere: 1730 10th Avenue NW, IssaquahWhat: More than 150 dogs and cats from 15 Washington rescue organizations will be up for adoption at the Pawsitive Alliance Holiday Hoedown Adoption Event on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. After finding your new furry friend, stock up on gifts and pet supplies from a range of…
Are We Becoming a City for Shut-ins?
Amazon, Starbucks delivery services are encouraging the well-to-do to stay at home
Seattle used to be known for getting people into the rugged outdoors. Our iconic retailers were companies like REI, Eddie Bauer, and K2 Skis. Author Jonathan Raban once observed that Seattle is the only major city in the world where people move to be closer to nature. Now, however, it seems to be focused on…
The Seahawks Look Like The Seahawks Again
After 12 long weeks our team looks to be coming into form
There are only two possible outcomes when you see Tarvaris Jackson under center in a Seahawks game: either something went tremendously well or tragically wrong. On Sunday, all things were thumbs-up for Seattle, who demolished the playoff-bound Minnesota Vikings 38-7 on the road. The Seahawks looked like the Seahawks Sunday, with a dominating defense, a…