Category: Seattle Tips

  • Memorial Day Weekend Ideas

    Memorial Day is coming soon. Finally a long weekend.  Enjoy parties, staycations, exploring Seattle and more. Art Restaurant, Party in the Plaza Friday, May 28, 2010, Noon – 3:00 pm Chef Kerry Sear at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle’s is throwing a “Party in the Plaza”  held just outside the entrance of the hotel, ART Restaurant’s…

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  • Seattle Cheese Festival This Weekend

    photo:  www.beechershandmadecheese.com As tempted as I am to engage in a succesion of  “jeux de mots” about cheese, I will spare you the cheesiness. Cheese is one of those simple things that can put a smile on your face. The word “cheese” contains the phoneme /i/, a long vowel which shapes your face into a smile.  This…

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  • Mother’s Day In Seattle 2010

    Once a year, honor the lady who made it all happen.  Here is a list of  Mother’s day ideas that will wine you, dine you and amuse you. From brunch to sexy mom events, there is an option for everyone. Tidbit Bistro serves Mother’s day brunch. Some options: Frittatas, tortillas, pancakes, arancini and more. Pearl Bar…

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  • From Txori to Pinxtos

    Goodbye Txori and welcome Pintxos. Yes, it’s sad. Txori, Belltown’s quintessential Basque restaurant was a favorite for so many of us. Who could live without their chorizo con chocolate? A new restaurant, Pintxos promises to fill the spot and continue the tradition of San Sebastian tapas in the heart of Belltown. Pintxos, the mingle between…

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  • Seattle Soundbite Coming Soon

    Chefs are the new rock stars. Once a year, Seattle chefs get together to decide who can really rock the food world.  Seattle Sound Bite is where food and music unite with local chefs performing, street-style bites and more.  Every band participating must have one person who works in the food industry. The special headlining…

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  • Delicatus Opens in Pioneer Square

    Sometimes life calls for delicate pleasures. Nope, you don’t want to sit down for another meal, all you want is your hands wrapped around a juicy sandwich. No time to wait for something to warm up.  The new Delicatus uses Northwest-sourced ingredients purchased directly from local farmers, artisan producers and suppliers of the finest regional products.…

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  • Cupcake Camp Seattle

    Do you think you know your way around the cupcake world? Join the cupcake conversation at Cupcake Camp Seattle on April 10th. This free event will feature cupcake contests, cupcake wrapper decorating, bakers competitions, and more. Proceeds will benefit the  Hope Heart Institute. I will be judging along with an eclectic list of Seattle personalities: Jessie Oleson of Cakespy.com…

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  • Seattle Cheese Fest Recipe Contest

    GRILLED CHEESE RECIPE CONTEST The Seattle Cheese Festival is conducting a recipe search for the best grilled cheese sandwich. The contest is open to home cooks and professional chefs. The winner will be invited to demonstrate the recipe during a cooking demo at the Seattle Cheese Festival, which takes place at Pike Place Market on…

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  • Gourmet Game Night and a Giveaway

    Some days it’s all about the finger food.  Cynthia Nims’ new book, Gourmet Game Night is all about bite-sized, mess free eating for board-game parties and other social situations, where you need easy to please food with lots of flavor and not too many utensils.  She has tips on shortcuts, menu planning and menus suited for…

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  • Here Comes Luc

    Thierry Rautureau, the craftsman behind Rover’s is inviting guests this month to take a sneak peek at his upcoming bistro,  Luc. This new kitchen and bar with food to go will be located directly next to Rover’s at the corner of Madison and 28th Ave. E. This month, diners are invited to try the preview…

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