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2019 Washington Wine Awards: The Winners

2019 Washington Wine Awards: The Winners

Our annual blind taste test of Washington wines reveals the best reds, whites and rosés at every price point

This article appears in print in the August 2019 issue as part of the 14th Annual Seattle magazine Wine Awards. Click here to subscribe. In the 14 years we’ve been conducting our annual Washington Wine Awards, we’ve seen various themes emerge. But this year, there was no strict formula for success among the winners: The white wine of the year comes…

UW's Second Chance App Offers Help to Opioid Users

UW’s Second Chance App Offers Help to Opioid Users

An innovative new app developed by the University of Washington could be a lifesaver

PROBLEM SOLVER: Shyam Gollakota is part of the team that developed the Second Chance app

Three Ways to See Moscow, Idaho

Three Ways to See Moscow, Idaho

Whether you’re looking for a family trip, a romantic getaway or an outdoor adventure, Moscow has it all

Sponsored by Moscow Chamber of Commerce Summer is the perfect time to visit Moscow, Idaho. The rolling Palouse beckons to anyone looking for adventure, and the charming downtown district of Moscow offers delicious local food. Spend a weekend exploring local art galleries, the aquatic center, the City of Moscow Farmer’s Market and more. Check out…

Café Nordo Brings Alive the Music and Memories of '7th and Jackson'

Café Nordo Brings Alive the Music and Memories of ‘7th and Jackson’

Sara Porkalob’s new play showcases the cuisine and history of the International District

From left to right: Corinne Magin as Min, Anasofia Gallegos as Lee and Sarah Nicole Russell as Ada

Seattle Artisan Harnesses Age-old Techniques To Make Kayaks

Seattle Artisan Harnesses Age-old Techniques To Make Kayaks

Central District-based craftsman Kiliii Yuyan teaches the art of boatbuilding at local workshops

WATER TIGHT: You can build (or buy) your own seaworthy skin-on-frame kayak with the help of Kiliii Yuyan

This Week Then: Looking Back on the Moon Landing

This Week Then: Looking Back on the Moon Landing

Plus: Washington's first automobile

This story was originally published at HistoryLink.org. Subscribe to their weekly newsletter. Walking on the Moon Fifty years ago this week, on July 20, 1969, the world looked on in amazement as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon. In Washington, Boeing workers took pride in helping the astronauts achieve…

Must List: Capitol Hill Block Party, Ragin’ Viet-Cajun, Bon Odori Festival

Must List: Capitol Hill Block Party, Ragin’ Viet-Cajun, Bon Odori Festival

Your weekly guide to Seattle's hottest events

Love the Must List? Get it right in your inbox. Subscribe. MUST LOVE MUSIC  Capitol Hill Block Party (7/19-7/21) This anticipated neighborhood soirée might be a bit bigger than mom and dad expected. Capitol Hill Block Party (CHBP) spans the weekend with live music on six stages, featuring artists such as Lizzo, Big Wild, Peach Pit,…

Your Seattle Restaurant Questions Answered: Bottomless Mimosas, Mochi Doughnuts and Polish Paczki

Your Seattle Restaurant Questions Answered: Bottomless Mimosas, Mochi Doughnuts and Polish Paczki

Plus: where to eat in Bellingham, Kirkland and Bainbridge

Every week, thousands of viewers tune in to our Instagram story to watch dining and lifestyle editor Chelsea Lin give her recommendations for the best places to dine out in Seattle. In the last two weeks, she’s covered a lot of ground: from Bellingham to Northgate to Bainbridge and beyond.  Have a question for Chelsea? Submit…

These Homes Offer the Best PNW Views

These Homes Offer the Best PNW Views

For $3 million-plus, these Bellevue, Laurelhurst and West Seattle homes deliver on the views

WINDOW WALL: This new West Seattle home offers distracting views of Elliott Bay

Best Places To Pick Berries Near Seattle

Best Places To Pick Berries Near Seattle

Check out these U-pick locations all over the region

Whether baked in a pie or eaten fresh, berries are a quintessential summer treat. Get your fingers red and blue and every shade in between at these local U-pick berry farms this summer. U-pick is a great way to support local farms and you get the freshest fruit typically for less than retail costs— so…

Backstory: Seattle's Tucked Away Waterfall Garden Park Stands out for Its Unlikely Story

Backstory: Seattle’s Tucked Away Waterfall Garden Park Stands out for Its Unlikely Story

This hidden pocket park is an ode to the origins of a parcel delivery service

This article appears in print in the July 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. The Landmark: Waterfall Garden ParkThe Location: Pioneer Square, 219 Second Ave. S The Backstory: In a neighborhood full of historic sites, Waterfall Garden Park stands out for its unlikely story. The tiny park—hidden behind very tall fences—features an artificial waterfall, a Japanese garden, and several tables…

Seattle's Democracy Vouchers Aim To Increase Civic Participation. Will They Work?

Seattle’s Democracy Vouchers Aim To Increase Civic Participation. Will They Work?

Seattle’s unique Democracy Voucher Program was designed to increase the number and diversity of local candidates. Is it doing the job?

This article appears in print in the July 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. This year’s Seattle City Council races have produced a bumper crop of candidates—56 people running for seven council seats. Of those, more than 40 have signed up to participate in the city’s audacious experiment in campaign funding: democracy vouchers, a unique form of public…

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