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Go See (and Hear!) Newport’s Sea Lions
Have a close encounter with the kings of the bayfront
Sponsored by Newport, Oregon I can barely hear Bob Ward and Stan Pickens, co-chairs of the Newport Sea Lion Docks Foundation, over the thunderous barking, howling and moaning. Are we in a haunted house? A dog kennel? No, it’s a warm, blue-sky fall morning in Newport, Ore., and we’re checking in with the rowdy sea…
Amazon Restaurant Delivery, Fred Jackson to Seahawks & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Ahh, More Amazon: Amazon is everywhere lately. They recently launched their one-hour delivery system through the app called Prime Now. USA Today reports that this week, through the same app, they are starting a restaurant delivery program. Similar to Postmates, customers will be able to browse menus from nearby restaurants, place an order, and Amazon will…
Baby Orca, Rats Near Lake Union & More News
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Officials with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) used a drone to capture amazing aerial images of a baby orca born to an endangered group of killer whales off the San Juan Islands, KOMO News reports. The new calf, named L122, was swimming with its mother—a 20-year-old named L91—in Haro Strait, just west of…
Where to get geo(duck) in Seattle
Five restaurants serving the precious saltwater clam right now
It is native to the Pacific Northwest, has a phallic shape, and a name that makes you giggle every time you say it. Did we mention that in the hands of the right chef, geoduck (pronounced ‘gooey-duck.’ See?) is unique in texture and deliciously savory? But, finding the saltwater clam can be tough, as it…
Instagram Inspiration: A Puppy Pick-Me-Up
Take a peek at five of Seattle's most adorable dogs
Although National Dog Day has passed, I still spend a decent amount of time every day looking at pictures of puppies (some might say too much time). Since the only pet I currently own is an enormous lazy tomcat who howls late into the night, I have to get my puppy love via the internet….
What’s Changed a Year After Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
It's been a year, but improvements for Native American services are off to a slow start
Drumming, chanting and tears punctuated festivities at Seattle’s City Hall on October 13, 2014, when Mayor Ed Murray signed Indigenous Peoples’ Day into the historical fabric of Seattle on Columbus Day. The declaration provided some relief to wounds that have been packed with salt for centuries; among the celebrants were members of the Tulalip, Puyallup,…
Recipe of the Week: Healthy Baked Potato Chips
Finally! A healthy snack to serve on football Sundays that your guests will love
No Seahawks game day celebration is complete without potato chips. And we’re not just talking any chips here—think a homemade baked variety that is much healthier and easy to make. We present you these Baked Potato Chips from food blogger Mackenzie Schieck of Pine and Crave. “These salty bites—that are a much healthier option than…
Preferred Employer Discounts on Housing is a Gray Area
People all over town are struggling to find affordable apartments so why is this happening?
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. One of the most stunning stories was The Stranger’s recent revelation that some Seattle landlords are giving special…
The story behind Caliburger, In-n-Out type burger shop coming to Seattle
Caliburger offers improvements to In-N-Out, including boozy shakes and even multiplayer Minecraft
There are several new burger spots popping up around Seattle this fall and winter, but if you saw our general news report on Sept. 4, you know that there is something unique and controversial about CaliBurger, the new restaurant coming to the U District (at 45th and University Ave) later this month. First, the unique:…
Minecraft with Your Meal, Gun Drop Boxes & More
The top Seattle news stories you should be reading today
Munchies & Minecraft: Geekwire reports that a new burger shop is opening next month near the University of Washington that not only sells burgers but also lets you play Minecraft while you eat. The restaurant is called CaliBurger and its website suggests that it will sell In-N-Out-type products, with “some tweaks to the In-N-Out formula that even some Southern California…
Woodinville Whiskey to Release its Flagship Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Get some: The release date is set for Saturday, September 12
It’s nutty to think about, but the first time I wrote about Woodinville Whiskey for Seattle magazine was way back in 2011. Between then and today, it has had some tasty choices available, from its early Peabody Jones vodka to its Microbarreled bourbon and rye whiskeys. But in a way, it feels like those were…
Chef Holly Smith Talks Travel and Her Last Meal on Earth
The Cafe Juanita owner explains her passion for cooking and involvement with FareStart
Sponsored by Farestart At some point in our lives we come to a fork in the road—we must make a potentially life-changing decision about which path to follow on our journey to become what we aspire to be. It’s hard to know if we made the correct choice. And some of us are too scared…