June 2019

Seattle Drag Performer Aleksa Manila Takes Pride in Community

'I’ve always believed drag is a platform. Just by nature of dressing up out of the norm, you’re already making a statement. You’re already a rebel'

QUEEN OF HEARTS: Community and LGBTQ advocate Aleksa Manila photographed in the Chinatown-International District at the Publix Hotel where she lives

Beau Iverson

Local Hardware Distillery Embodies the Spirit of Scandinavia

A Hood Canal couple has turned a retirement hobby into a full-fledged distillery, complete with fjord-crossing aquavit

THAT’S THE SPIRIT: Hardware Distillery’s line of spirits includes Crabby Ginny (second from left) which pairs well with crab, and Bee’s Knees (right), a line of mead that comes in fruit variations like raspberry

Chris Robinson

Local Pottery That’s as Useful as It Is Gorgeous

These regionally made pottery pieces are practical, handy—and beautiful

INTERGALACTIC: Forest Ceramic Company’s colorful mugs and tumblers are evocative of solar systems and sunsets

Gwendolyn Elliott

New Sunset Hill Bistro Brings Flame to Food

A timeless spot in Sunset Hill woos diners with wood-fired dishes

FIRE STARTER: Chef Eric Anderson puts the finishing touches on a plate of duck, one of his star proteins

Chelsea Lin

150 Things Every Seattleite Must Do

This year, as Seattle celebrates its 150th year of incorporation as a city, we’re marking the occasion with a massive list of 150 (ish) essential experiences to motivate you to explore the city and region

This article appears in print in the June 2019 issue, as part of the 150 Must-Do Summer Experiences cover story. Click here to subscribe. Whether you were born and raised in Seattle or are brand new in town, there are certain things everyone living here must do. This year, as Seattle celebrates its 150th year of incorporation as…

Gwendolyn Elliott, Hilary Meyerson, Chris Robinson, Roddy Scheer, Niki Stojnic and Naomi Tomky with Lena Beck and Sydney Gladu

Seattle’s Best Burgers, Ice Cream and Oysters

Bucket list-worthy burgers and bites you need to try at least once

This article appears in print in the June 2019 issue, as part of the 150 Must-Do Summer Experiences cover story. Click here to subscribe. > Grab a bowl of chili ($5‒$20) from Mike’s Chili Parlor and load it up with cheese and onions (50 cents each) while you soak in the classically Seattle dive-bar vibe. Ballard; Facebook, “Mikes Chili…

Naomi Tomky

Backstory: The Man Behind the Music at Seattle Center’s International Fountain

A local landmark comes alive thanks to its own DJ

HEY MR. DJ: James Whetzel, in front of the International Fountain at the Seattle Center; he’s responsible for the fountain’s playlist

Chris Robinson

Seattle’s Top Bucket List Attractions

What to see, hear and do when it comes to pop culture, amusements and the arts

This article appears in print in the June 2019 issue, as part of the 150 Must-Do Summer Experiences cover story. Click here to subscribe. > Catch an action thriller or a cinematographic masterpiece at the Cinerama, the 1963 movie theater that has seen major upgrades both technological and edible; among the top-notch concession treats is its famous chocolate popcorn….

Niki Stojnic

7 Must-See Seattle Museums

Notable works and artifacts at must-visit museums

John Grade’s “Middle Fork” at the Seattle Art Museum

Chris Robinson

Hood Famous Opens New Location in CID

The couple behind Hood Famous expands beyond the darling, delicious purple cheesecakes

FILIPINO FLAVOR: At the new Hood Famous cafe, ube lattes and fruit-topped butter mochi waffles make an excellent meal for any time of day

Chelsea Lin

The Seattle Outdoor Activities Everyone Must Do

From wildlife (and pet) viewing to sporting events, Seattle is flush with enriching outdoor experiences

Japanese-inspired Kubota Garden in Rainier Beach

Roddy Scheer

Seattle’s Best Water Activities

Seattle is uniquely situated on many different bodies of water. Have you experienced all of these aquatic activities?

Warm weather makes Green Lake the place to be

Hilary Meyerson

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A ROOKIE TRIES STAND-UP COMEDY, WITH MIXED RESULTS

As with many Tinder dates, things didn’t go quite as I expected. For example, I didn’t intend to have multiple guys I’d matched with in the same place, at the same time. Especially when that place was a comedy open mic that was going to be my first and possibly only attempt at stand-up. After…

Julie Zack

Costco Goes for the Gold

Have a sudden need for gold bars? Better act fast.

The warehouse retailer known for everything from its popular food court to organic maple syrup and bulk, well, everything, is now in the business of selling gold. That’s right. Costco is peddling one-ounce gold bars online. But you have to be a member to buy them. And they’re not cheap. Shoppers have two options: One…

Rob Smith