Allecia Vermillion has spent a decade at Seattle Met, arriving as food and drink editor, and expanding her role over the years. She served as the magazine’s editor in chief until moving into a newly created executive editor role in 2021.

She spearheads Seattle Met’s food and drink coverage and oversees home design content. Allecia’s writing has earned her multiple journalism awards and two James Beard Award nominations over the years. A native of Portland, Oregon, Allecia began her writing life as a newspaper reporter in the Chicago suburbs before making a grateful return to the Pacific Northwest. She has an English degree from Washington University (no, the one in St. Louis) and a masters in journalism from Northwestern University. She lives in Seattle with her husband and two children.

Covert Openings

Starbucks Opens Its First Evolution Fresh Store Today in Bellevue

The mega secret Bellevue Square project is the first of its kind in the country. Oh, and there’s bike delivery. And lots of food.

03/19/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Book Cooking

10 Fun Facts About Skillet

Joshua Henderson’s forthcoming cookbook combines hunger-inducing recipes and revealing recollections.

03/16/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Openings

First Look: Restaurant Marché

Greg Atkinson’s modern Northwest bistro becomes a reality on Bainbridge Island.

03/16/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

On the Menu

A Corn Dog Cameo at Brave Horse Tavern

The summertime favorite returns for one day only March 16.

03/15/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Fine Drinking

You Should Drink Beer at Canlis

Need more proof that beer has become a legitimate part of the culinary world? The fine-dining-est restaurant in town has created a new beer program.

03/15/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Shift Change

Chef Peter Birk Now at Boka

The chef behind chef-driven restaurant Harborside has moved on.

03/14/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Deals and Discounts

Bisato Offering 520 Toll Discount

Transit-based deals have inched their way into fine dining.

03/13/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Drinking Holidays

St. Paddy’s Day Bar Festivities

Moderation be damned. If you’re gearing up for a day of Guinness-pounding, here are some promising destinations.

03/13/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Dirtbaggery

1022 South Burglarized

One of the best cocktail bars in the region is working to replace its inventory after a Friday break-in. Show your support by stopping in for a drink.

03/12/2012 By Allecia Vermillion