Seattle Mag
End of an Era: Thierry Rautureau is Closing Rover’s
When Eater Seattle broke the news that Rover’s was for sale and its iconic Chef in the Hat was ready to move on to new projects, the reaction was immediate and heartfelt. “Within minutes of the news coming out, the phone rang like crazy and hundreds of emails poured in. People are in shock but…
Trimpin: Seattle’s Most Innovative Piano Man
The noted "sound sculptor" unveils two new ways to experience his marvelous work
One of Seattle’s most renowned artists—boasting a MacArthur “Genius” award, a Guggenheim Fellowship, an extensive profile in The New Yorker and a documentary about his work—remains largely unknown in his adopted home city. But even those who haven’t heard of sound sculptor Trimpin (who goes by his last name only) have probably heard Trimpin’s work….
Guardian Cellars’ Cop Turned Winemaker
An unlikely vintner turns out a lineup of luscious wines and a lively tasting room.
Jerry Riener fell in love with the fruit flies, barrels and tanks before he fell in love with wine. Working as a police officer in Lynnwood in 1997, Riener happened upon Matthews Estate in Woodinville on a day a troupe of volunteers was bottling the latest vintage. He joined in, and by the end of…
Formulary 55: Small-batch Bath and Body Boutique
Cordelia Smith, the leading lady behind the ambrosial-scented bath, body and home line Sweet Petula, has returned to retail with Formulary 55, a northeast Seattle micro boutique with workshop in the rear. In addition to her own brands, Sweet Petula, Mr. Mustachio and Good Clean Dog, Smith features handmade, small-batch bath and body products from…
The Modern Dollhouse
An innovative update to a classic children's toy.
Kids know a good thing when they see it. This is the philosophy of Brinca Dāda (brincadada.com), an innovative toy company helmed by Queen Anne dad and toy expert Doug Rollins, who focuses on updating classic toys into products that talk up to children. Brinca’s modernist dollhouses, which range from $149 to $599, are designed…
Ella James at Fred Meyer
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but Fred Meyer has seriously upped its hip factor with Ella James, a new jewelry line that is surprisingly cute and well made. Everything is under $39.99, and would make a great gift for the tween, teen or trend-aware niece, family friend and co-worker on your list—people who are…
Give the Gift of Booze: Six Bottles That Will Impress Your Friends
Get your friends what they really want – a bottle bursting with an intriguing spirit or liqueur.
Is there a cocktail fanatic on your gift list this year, and one whose bar is already full of equipment? Then get them what they really want—a bottle bursting with an intriguing spirit or liqueur. The following six are chosen for their particular gift-ability. Heck, you can even pick one up as your gift for…
Holiday Gifts for Foodies
Bitters, booze and bacon jam: Thank the holiday host with these easy-to-snag, locally crafted goods.
Cyprus Pyramid SaltCapitol Hill’s modern-day apothecary, Karyn Schwartz’s SugarPill is filled top to bottom with scent-sational herbs, cocktail bitters, and smoked, herbal, infused and classic salts. Thank your holiday hostess with a beautiful jar of salt; the scented crystals add an intoxicating flavor to grilled meats or crostini. $13 per 3-ounce jar, available at SugarPill…
Matthew Inman Open Studio, the Biggest Caroling Contest and Other Weekend Musts
MUST FREMONTAn Especially Festive Artwalk Friday (12/7) — Three fun reasons to visit Fremont this week: The annual Lenin statue lighting (in lieu of a tree); a holiday arts and crafts bazaar; and Matthew Inman, the man behind The Oatmeal, who’s hosting a special open studio sale where you can get a book signed or…
Local Couples Celebrate Their (Now Legal) Same-sex Marriages
Congratulations to all the newlyweds.
There’s an electric feel of happiness in the air today as same-sex marriage becomes officially legal in Washington state and couples of all ages, colors and creeds line up to be among the first who receive marriage licenses. Prior to the approval of Referendum 74, Seattle magazine profiled seven local same-sex couples. Several of them…
“Sweet and Sexy” Shanik Opens Tonight!
If you’ve been mentally camping out in preparation for Shanik’s opening (which was supposed to happen today!), well, hunker down for a few more days. We’ve been tracking this, the most exciting opening of the year for nearly a year. Now, we have to wait just a few more days for the place to launch….
Most Influential People in Seattle 2012
Meet the 62 biggest power players of our city, including the editors' pick for person of the year.
Sparks fly every year when our panel of experts assembles to choose Seattle’s boldest, brightest, brashest and bossiest movers and shakers from the past year. And 2012 is our biggest list yet—with 62 names—featuring high flyers who are definitely on your radar, and others who sneak under (or try to!). Some of their stories will…