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Easy Salted Caramel S’mores
An extra decadent version of the classic campfire dessert.
When the late-evening air is infused with the smell of a crackling campfire, there’s no better nightcap than a mug of warm cocoa and a melty, chocolatey s’more. In this extra-decadent version, we’ve taken Cougar Mountain chocolate chip cookies and sandwiched between them toasted marshmallows and the ultra-rich, dark chocolate salted caramels from Jo’s Candies…
Best Camping Spots: Roughing It
The Northwest offers myriad ways to commune with nature, but nothing surpasses sleeping outdoors.
Salt Creek A Family AffairWhere: North side of the Olympic Peninsula on the Strait of Juan de FucaBest For: Base-camp adventuring, tide pooling and family-friendly camping Sea stars, swimming and s’mores, oh my! Salt Creek Recreation Area off State Route 112 on the north side of the Olympic Peninsula has a wealth of options for family…
The Weekly Must List: July 1 – July 7, 2010
Our top to-do's for the week
Our top to do’s for the week Weekly Must List: July 1 – 7, 2010 MUST STRETCHYoga in the Park7/3 (Saturday) – Take your downward dog for a walk outdoors at SAM’s Olympic Sculpture Park free Yoga in the Park, taught by instructors from 8 Limbs Yoga. Free, 10-11 a.m. Olympic Sculpture Park, 2901 Western Ave;…
Fashion Central
Former Seattle Bride editor launches a savvy style blogzine fit for the fashion geek
For fashion fanatics, Christmas has come early this year. Ali Basye, former Seattle Bride editor and author of The Long (and Short) of It: A Madcap History of the Skirt, has gifted us a very big present: new fashion blogzine OnThisDayInFashion.com, a daily go-to guide for worldwide fashion news, style-scopes (fashion horoscopes) and Basye’s specialty:…
Base Camp in the North Cascades
Getting Away from it all in Style along the shore of Diablo Lake
In response to requests from its field program participants, the North Cascades Institute has started a new program this summer called Base Camp. The idea is make the Institute’s LEED-certified lodging campus — including dorms and dining — available to visitors by the night, without any commitment in regard to specific field excursions or learning…
Watch & Learn: Camping Made Easy?
It's a jacket, it's a tent--it's the JakPak
It’s a jacket, it’s a tent—it’s the JakPak! Leave it to our resident crazy-busy working mom, Rachel Hart, to spot a time-saving innovation when she sees it. Case in point: the JakPak, a locally made wonder product that merges the essential camping gear—jacket, sleeping bag and tent—into a single waterproof package. Too good to be true?…
Watch & Learn: A Tesla Test Drive
I get behind the camera and John Levesque gets behind the wheel of an electric roadster
I recently hopped into a Tesla Roadster with Seattle magazine’s managing editor, John Levesque, author of the July Trend piece on the city’s newest in sleek electric cars (“Plug ‘n’ Play“). This battery operated car might be the size of a handicapped bathroom stall and made of plastic, but it still had the look (and…
Four Dog-Friendly Spots to Visit this Summer
Hankering to spend time outdoors this summer? Chances are your four-pawed friends could use a nice s
Hankering to spend time outdoors this summer? Chances are your four-pawed friends could use a nice stretch, too. We’ve compiled a list of furry-friendly establishments that are willing to keep you smiling and Fido’s tail a-waggin’. Beginning this month, Kirkland’s elegant Woodmark Hotel launches Yappier Hour hosted by the resort’s newest “guest experience manager,” Woody,…
Weekly Must List: June 24-30, 2010
Our top to-dos for the week
MUST HEARCocoRosie6/25 (Friday) – Paris-based indie-poppers CocoRosie are touring in support of the new album, Grey Oceans, released on Seattle’s Sub Pop Records in May. These eccentric sisters meld electro-pop, hip-hop and ambient beats with a vocal style reminiscent of Bjork and Joanna Newsom—which has earned them a place in the hallowed “freak folk” genre….
The Weekly Must List: June 16 – 23, 2010
Our top to-dos for the week
MUST GARDENAmy Pennington at the University Bookstore6/18 (Friday) – Seattle garden guru and writer Amy Pennington’s new book, Urban Pantry: Tips and Recipes for a Thrifty, Sustainable and Seasonal Kitchen, offers tips on canning, pickling and preserving, economic recipes using local ingredients, and lessons in reducing kitchen waste. Now you can meet the gardener and learn…
Nominate 2010 Most Influential Candidates
Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on our community in the past 1-2 years?
Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on our community in the past 1-2 years? Nominate them for one of Seattle magazine’s annual Most Influential People of the Year Awards. Past winners have included leaders in the world of politics, arts, business, educuation, activism, music, dining, and much more. The nomination process…
Get Yer Alaska On…
Soak Up the Midnight Sun
With the summer solstice upon us, my thoughts this time of year turn to Alaska, which is currently bathed in midnight sun for the next month or so. With travel bookings still down as a result of the economy, cruise lines large and small still have spots for those looking to set sail for southeast…