Seattle’s cocktail renaissance has led to something of a Golden Age for those of us who appreciate a well-crafted drink;…
In this era of wine saturation, it’s all the more essential to find a guide through the clutter—one that starts…
There are bigger farmers markets in Seattle, but none do a better job of balancing produce, prepared food, community, and…
When it comes to beer bars, “selection” is a bit of a tricky word. A few establishments offer a veritable…
After 30 years of microbrews, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Seattle’s brewing scene was a bit predictable. Enter Cody…
I’m a bartender, and the hardest part of my job is to name cocktails. First, most of the best names…
Here’s the truth: A good margarita isn’t very hard to make. I’ll just quote one of the world’s great experts…
Whether it’s the devastating break-up, the loss of a family member, or getting fired, there are times in life when…
The first thing to realize about a neighborhood bar is that it will have its own internal hierarchy. Regulars (and…
Most happy-hour joints give you a choice: cheap drinks or cheap food. It’s seemingly the only way a restaurant can…
Let’s be blatantly clear: Pony is not a bar for those who only dabble in gay culture. While other Capitol…
For dog owners, dining out can be fraught with tension: Do we leave the pup at home, where they might…
There are a growing number of great bartenders in Seattle. Some of them ply their trade in dedicated cocktail shrines,…
For any longtime Seattleite, the evolution of Ballard into one of the city’s hippest neighborhoods sometimes elicits a shake of…
We’ve all been there: sitting at a bar, staring at a craft-cocktail list that might as well have been written…
I want to conduct a little thought experiment. Once you’ve finished reading this paragraph, close your eyes, relax, and let…
One of the odd dichotomies of the restaurant industry is that while most patrons are capable and confident when it…
One of the odd dichotomies of the restaurant industry is that while most patrons are capable and confident when it…
One of the odd dichotomies of the restaurant industry is that while most patrons are capable and confident when it…
Planning for summer in Seattle can sometimes feel like an act of faith, yet I’m taking the plunge and writing…
