Weekends were made for sleeping in, and nothing tops off a late morning like brunch with the family. RedTri.com asked Seattle moms and friends to share with us their favorite and most beloved brunch restaurants, and we’ve got all the juicy, mouthwatering details below, from gluten-free pancakes to biscuits and gravy, these places are so…

The pie is long gone, the stuffing but a memory, and now you’re paying the price for indulgence: too-tight pants and a lingering laziness. How to snap out of it? How about a nearly painless stroll through the woods? The amped-up oxygen in the air, the gently rolling slopes and spectacular views will elevate you…

Like so many in the community, the staff here at Seattle mag was shocked at the news that local chef and former owner of the now-closed restaurant Nettletown, Christina Choi died yesterday (December 28) from complications caused by a brain aneurysm. She was only 34. Regular Seattle contributor Langdon Cook knew Christina and her cooking…

Inspired by the new toll kicking off on the 520 bridge today, I thought of some other ways we could scrape together a few bucks to benefit good causes. 1. Any landlord behind a paid parking lot that is full of trash or barely maintained. If you’re going to let acres of a city turn…

MUST SING ALONGLeRoy Bell and His Only FriendsThis former Tacoma postal worker-turned-songwriter for Elton John has been playing intimate live shows in Seattle for years, but since being a finalist on TV’s The X Factor last fall, he’s landed a gig at The Moore for a special New Year’s Eve concert. Expect soulful covers, chilled-out…

Chances are, if they’re open on New Year’s Eve, they’re trying to lure you in with promises of bubbly and revelry and invocations of Prince songs which shall not be named. It’s a little overwhelming trying to filter through the barrage sent out over the last week, so I’ve tried to boil it down to…

Scanning various Pinterest boards this morning, I was annoyed at the copious pins depicting half-dressed fit ladies showing off washboard abs, not to mention a grip of recipes explaining how to puree my favorite vegetables into healthy juices. Um, excuse me. There are 5 more days left in 2011; and I won’t be celebrating my…

You’ve got to give to get into the holidays. So for every gift you unwrap this season (or have already unwrapped—cheaters!), try to find a small way to give back…or give forward. Here’s just a few ideas to help get you started (some of them don’t cost a thing): ONE WARM COAT This national nonprofit…

As a kid, you tend to overlook stocking stuffers in favor of those big wrapped presents lurking under the tree, but as an adult, a new discovery awaits: The smallest gifts in stature can often pack the biggest punch (jewelry, tickets to a ballgame, cufflinks). I’m declaring the following list as proof to my point-…

You didn’t think we’d go through twelve whole days of gift guides without one devoted to our fair city, did you? Strap in for the second-to-last (and last second) guide to gifts that scream Seattle: $15 Grandma’s Wooden Tooth Seattle skyline iPhone skin (pictured above) Available in cherry, mahogany or walnut wood, sport Seattle love…

MUST SOIREEBonsoir Liliane at Teatro ZinZanni Runs through 1/29/2012  Teatro ZinZanni’s newest production, Bonsoir Liliane! was directed by towering Broadway star (and nine-time Tony Award winner) Tommy Tune. But it’s flamboyant emcee Kevin Kent who steals the show, with his hilarious shenanigans and improvisational genius. Also keep an eye out for Ariana Lallone, beloved former…

Since my toes are still thawing out from my walk to the office this morning, I think it’s safe to state, “Baby it’s cold outside.” And since it is that glorious time of year to snuggle up by the fire and get warm and cozy with a book, I’m devoting today’s gift lineup to all…