Food & Drink
Post Holiday Sale at Riversong
!–paging_filter–pHead to Madison Valley from Thursday, December 26 through Sunday, January 5 for 25 percent off gorgeous jewelry at a href=”http://riversongjewelry.bigcartel.com/” target=”_blank”Riversong/a. The sale excludes high carat items, but includes a href=”http://riversongjewelry.bigcartel.com/product/talisman-collection” target=”_blank”talismans/a that River has had handmade in Turkey, as well as a lovely assortment of other treasures that she picks up during her…
Endless Knot’s Post Christmas Sale
!–paging_filter–pChances are many of your favorite boutiques are launching their inventory reduction sales—after Christmas and early January are the traditional time to do that, but check back on this blog occasionally as I’ll be updating it with the ones that land in my inbox./ppFirst up, a href=”http://\/\/staging.seattlemag.com.239elwb01.blackmesh.com/endless-knot“Endless Knot’s/a Winter Clearance Event. Starting Thursday, December 26…
Cozy Up to a Local Fire Pit This Winter
Spend a little time--drink in hand--'round the fire at one of these local fire pits
!–paging_filter–pThe best thing about Seattle winter is that unlike frostier cities such as, say, Chicago, you can actually sit outdoors at night without freezing your face off. The experience is even better if you’re sitting next to a toasty fire pit with a drink in hand—and, of course, if it isn’t raining. Several (but not…
Seattle’s Lindy West Brings Women’s Issues to Light Online
Writer, performer and activist Lindy West keeps her wit about her
“Jane Fonda hugged me.” Columbia City–based writer, performer and activist Lindy West still can’t quite believe she got a squeeze from one of her idols, but there is video evidence from the Women’s Media Awards, held in October in New York City. West, a Seattle native, former writer for The Stranger and now full-time writer…
Take the Plunge in the New Year
The annual Matthews Beach Polar Bear Plunge is not for the faint-hearted
!–paging_filter–pEarn your “cold badge of courage” at the annual Matthews Beach Polar Bear Plunge. Noon. Free. At the corner of 93rd Street and Sand Point Way NE;a href=”http://www.seattle.gov/parks” target=”_blank” seattle.gov/parks/a/p
Where to Ring in the New Year in Seattle
Hello, 2014! Welcome the New Year at one of Seattle's finest festivities
!–paging_filter–pSeattle promises New Year’s Eve celebrations aplenty, everything from classy multi-coursed feasts to fireworks to sparkling parties brimming with bubbly and live music. Slip on your finest party shoes, grab a noise-maker and prep the vocal chords for a little “Auld Lang Syne,” then opt for one of these festive neighborhood NYE events./ppstrongBALLARD/strongbrAt Ethan Stowell’s…
Cupcake Royale’s Vanilla Cupcaking Mix
!–paging_filter–pStill stumped on what to get the cupcake lover or aspiring baker on your list? a href=”http://\/\/staging.seattlemag.com/cupcake-royale“Cupcake Royale’s/a a href=”http://www.cupcakeroyale.bigcartel.com/product/vanilla-cupcaking-mix-ava…” target=”_blank”Vanilla Cake Cupcaking Mix/a ($12.50) is the solution to your dilemma./ppIt’s a make-at-home kit, complete with a cupcake mix good for a dozen cupcakes and sprinkles. a href=”http://www.cupcakeroyale.bigcartel.com/product/buttercream-frosting-by-t…” target=”_blank”Pints of royal buttercream frosting/a ($10.50), enough…
The Must List: Portland Cello Project at Kirkland Performance Center, Where to Sip Eggnog on Christmas
!–paging_filter–pstrongMUST GLUGa href=”http://bit.ly/IqTayl” target=”_blank”brSun Liquor’s Exquisite Eggnog (Plus a Recipe to Make Your Own)/a/strongbrSneak out on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day (starting at 7 p.m.) to sip the delicious made-from-scratch eggnog at Capitol Hill’s Sun Liquor. Or make your own with this surefire recipe.strongbrbr/strong/ppstrongMUST SEEbrLocal Artists Pop Up in Pioneer Square/strongbr(Through 12/21, noon–4:00 p.m.) For…
Swedish Brand Fjällräven Opens Seattle Store
!–paging_filter–pSwedish heritage brand, a href=”http://www.fjallraven.us/” target=”_blank”Fjällräven/a, is opening their first West Coast store in downtown Seattle Thursday, December 19. Located at 1113 First Avenue, next to a href=”http://\/\/staging.seattlemag.com/jack-straw“Jack Straw/a and a href=”http://\/\/staging.seattlemag.com/mano“A Mano/a, Fjällräven has been known for their colorful and high-quality outdoor gear and accessories since it launched in 1960./ppA keen eye to European…
Local Gift Ideas: Seattle Magazine’s 2013 Holiday Gift Guide
Are you a last-minute gifter? Don't fret, perfect present ideas for everyone on your list
!–paging_filter–pspan style=”font-size: 16px; font-family: Calibri; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;”This year’s gift guide is a showcase of local talent, from shopkeepers to artisans, with ideas ranging from hostess gifts to luxury goods for everyone on your list. Browse all the different categories below to find the…
The Seven Slogans of Seattle
If “Emerald City” is outdated, Knute Berger asks, what’s our next hook?
!–paging_filter–pSeattle should start the new year by looking back in order to look forward. One hundred and fifty years ago, our sawmill town on Elliott Bay saw events that portended huge changes. In May 1864, a “cargo of brides” called the Mercer Girls arrived as potential mates for the male settlers, so the city could…
Nothing to Wear? 8 Perfect Holiday Party-Ready Outfit Ideas
What to wear when your holiday party invitation reads 'creative cocktail'
!–paging_filter–pThe invite reads “creative cocktail attire,” but your closet is filled with tame, everydayoutfits. If there’s ever a time to shake things up beyond basic black—with sequins, metallic, satin and a fierce punch of color—it’s the holidays. As your dance card fills up this season, step outside your comfort zone with festive looks from local…
Delicious Locally Crafted Food Drink Gifts for Friends and Hosts
!–paging_filter–pIt seems a bit fuddy-duddy to say “hostess gift,” but many of us will be attending holiday parties in the coming weeks and no one wants to show up empty handed. So here, a few delicious food (and drink) ideas for what to bring. They’ll appreciate more than just the thought./ppa href=”http://\/\/staging.seattlemag.com/node/33892” target=”_blank”Seattle Sweets Co….
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