July 2011
Bar Hop: Il Bistro
A Post Alley hideaway gets a new secret weapon: renowned mixologist David Nelson.
Il Bistro An elegant little hideaway in Post Alley, Il Bistro (Pike Place, 93A Pike St.; 206.682.3049; ilbistro.net) has served traditional Italian fare for 30 years. But recently the bistro acquired a new secret weapon: David Nelson (formerly of Tavern Law and Spur Gastropub) is now behind the bar, bringing his knack for creating cocktails…
Upscale Chinese on Capitol Hill; Travelers and The Confectional Get New Locations.
Bako Beckons, Travelers expand and The Confectional adds new delicousness to its cheescakery
Bako BeckonsThe now-shuttered Jade Pagoda was never really about the food—the kitschy digs, the bad (but strong!) cocktails—it was an experience, and the food was as bad as you’d expect. But it was a neighborhood icon, so I am happy to report that the Capitol Hill space is being reborn as another Chinese restaurant, although…
A Glimpse into Seattle’s Vibrant Japanese-American Past
Hundreds of vintage photos are on display at the Wing Luke Museum.
Judging by the 400 archival photographs on display at the Wing Luke Museum, bridal portraits were a steady source of income for Japantown’s Takano Studio. Founded in 1910, the Japanese-American photography studio was a thriving business until 1942, when Japanese citizens were sent to internment camps. But before that, Takano captured Seattle’s vibrant Japanese community…
How Seattle Measures Up Against 1962 Predictions
Predictions for the growth of ‘Pugetopolis’ were off—but not always by much.
Fifty years ago this summer, Seattle was in the middle of a major transformation. Planners were rushing to build the first World’s Fair in America since World War II. Construction was under way on a second floating bridge across Lake Washington, and the I-5 freeway was marching toward the Canadian border. Seattle was being spruced…
Summer Guide 2011: Outdoor Movies
Looking for more summer events? Check out our 2011 Summer Festivals guide. Fremont Outdoor MoviesWacky flicks are the specialty of this, the series that started the whole outdoor cinema craze in 1992.Location: Corner of North 35th Street and Phinney Avenue NorthCost: n/aLine-up: 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/5, 8/6, 8/13, 8/27. Check Fremont Outdoor Movies for more…
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