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Seattle is Home to Strong Feminist Voices
Local writers and artists who are leading the feminist charge
Historically, Seattle has been a leader in rock ‘n’ roll, airplane manufactuing and cutting-edge technology – but it is also at the forefront of another, even more indispensible movement: feminism. The word often gets a bad rap. In its essence it’s a synonym for human rights, but more acutely, it’s a word that describes the…
Where to Trick or Treat this Halloween
It takes a village (to scare you to death)
Stumbling across neighborhoods that collectively celebrate Halloween is a bit like admiring holiday displays of luminaria—only with the bonus of skeletons, dug-up graves, strobe lights and Vincent Price recordings. Here are a few spirited ’hoods inspired by the terror and the treats of the season. “Trick or Treat Street” in Montlake (aka “Hauntlake”) is known…
Halloween Events in the Seattle Area
From pub crawls to pumpkin fests, there are some great Halloween events throughout October
When Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as All Saints Day in the 8th century to honor fallen saints and martyrs, he probably didn’t envision the night before—dubbed All Hallow’s Eve—blossoming into the raucous, indulgent and oftentimes scandalous celebration we know and love today as Halloween. But truth be told, the pope laid the groundwork for one of my favorite holidays and for that I am forever grateful, especially since Halloween isn’t just…
Ernest Loves Agnes now open in Capitol Hill
What's in a name? Italian eats and Hemingway history
The first thing everyone asks about this new Italian restaurant in the former Kingfish Cafe digs is…”What does the name mean?” It’s actually painfully romantic. Ernest Loves Agnes (600-602 19th Ave E.) is a reference to Ernest Hemingway’s first love, Red Cross nurse Agnes von Kurowsky, whom he fell in love with at the age…
Recipe of the Week: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookie Bars
Celebrate the changing weather with this warm and crispy apple cinnamon dessert
Last week, we daydreamed about a new fall wardrobe and the happy return of soup season. This week, we’re moving on to autumn-themed desserts. Rachel Conners, local food writer and author of the food blog Bakerita, is here with the perfect one. All the flavors of apple pie, but in cookie bar form! You can…
The Voice Behind Cortana, Halo’s Dr. Halsey
Local actress Jen Taylor discusses what it's like to voice the iconic character
Jen Taylor isn’t famous. Cortana, the purple hologram sidekick whom she voices in the Halo franchise, on the other hand, is one of the most recognizable and beloved characters in video game history. It’s an important distinction for Taylor. In the real world, Cortana’s celebrity “is not something I have to deal with,” she says….
Hit the Town: Best Places for a Great Night Out in Seattle
Plan your best night ever with our evening playbook--there's something for everyone
Calling all first-date flirters, karaoke kings and queens and tranquility seekers—the sun has set and this is your invitation to a whole new side of the city. From classic soul jams and comedy clubs to trivia nights and bingo, there are countless ways to celebrate staying up as the lights go down. 1. Music AppreciationThe…
Seahawks Show Sparks with Graham and Lockett
Running back Rawls shined but he's not the key to a successful season
The story for many this week will be injured running back Marshawn Lynch and whether the team is better off with undrafted rookie Thomas Rawls getting the majority of carries. It’s the sensational storyline, but not the important one. Yes, fresh legs are necessary. But whether the punch from the running back position comes from…
The G.O.O.D. Girls and B.A.D. Boyz Bring A New Hope
Local performers young and old come together to celebrate a diverse neighborhood
Go ahead, watch the video below. I’ll personally pay you $5 if you don’t get the chills. I’ll wait. Okay, now that that’s settled, let me give you some details about what’s going on: On October 1, local immigrant and refugee youth from the Rainier Vista neighborhood of South Seattle are coming together to throw…
2015-2016 NBA Preview: OKC Falls and the Cavs Win
How the Zombie Sonics will disband and LeBron James will reign supreme
The lasting image of the 2014-15 NBA season is a bent Stephen Curry wrist as the ball swished through the net. Yes, the Golden State Warriors won the NBA Championship with deadeye shooting and a flexible defense that, in the end, stifled a depleted Cleveland Cavaliers team with the superhuman LeBron James. In the off…
Three First Impressions of Everett’s Bluewater Distillery Bar
Well-made cocktails focus on freshness and eats range from seafood to greens to pork
Already making a name with its all-organic vodkas and Halcyon gin (which won Gin Of The Year from TheGinIsIn.com), Bluewater Distillery recently expanded into a larger venue right on the Everett marina, not only increasing the distillery footage, but also opening an attached restaurant (a rarity with distilleries) and event space. Here are three impressions…
SkyCity’s Jeff Maxfield Talks Local Ingredients & Fatherhood
Try Chef Jeff Maxfield's dishes at FareStart's Guest Chef Night on October 8
Sponsored by FareStart Jeff Maxfield has had his hands in the culinary arts from an early age, learning to shuck oysters at Hood Canal with his grandfather and making his mom elaborate breakfasts. “I used to take my mom’s breakfast order in bed and make her French toast and sourdough pancakes from a 30-year-old sourdough starter…
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