Jaime Archer is a California native who grew up in the Bay Area and studied history at Reed College in Portland before landing at Seattle Met as an editorial intern. After a brief stint as a reporter at The Daily News in Longview, Washington, she rejoined Seattle Met as digital editor, and now oversees its website, newsletters, and social media accounts. She lives in Capitol Hill with her trusty cat Scully.

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: October 18–24

The week in which: Alice B. Toklas haunts Hotel Sorrento, free oysters return to Pearl, and Joule and Stoup Brewing throw anniversary bashes.

10/18/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: October 11–17

The week in which: Seattle channels Icelandic vibes, Hotel Sorrento hosts chilling crime tales, and artist Genevieve St. Charles gets to the meat of the matter.

10/11/2017 By Jaime Archer

Pumpkin Prowess

Where to Get Something Pumpkin Spiced (That's Not a Latte)

We get it, it’s PSL season. Own it. But if you’re interested in something a little less basic, right this way...

10/05/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: October 4–10

The week in which: Seafood conquers Seattle cooking classes, Seattle Made brings boatloads of samples, and benefit dinners abound.

10/04/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: September 27–October 3

The week in which: Seattle quenches its thirst with the help of pumpkin beer, sake, and tea.

09/27/2017 By Jaime Archer

Neck and Neck

No Surprise Here: Woodland Park Zoo Babies Are Social Media Gold

The zoo's baby animals get drafted into the commerce of cute.

09/20/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: September 20–26

The week in which: Jack’s serves up barbecue to help out Texans, Fremont channels Deutschland, and Italy takes over Seattle Center.

09/20/2017 By Jaime Archer

Beer Brouhaha

Where to Drink (and Hoist a Stein) for Oktoberfest

Honor German tradition with a boatload of brews and Bavarian meats at these six events across town.

09/20/2017 By Jaime Archer

Shifts & Shakeups

This Week in Restaurant News: Dick's Drives Into Kent and Ballard Breweries Expand

Plus, long-awaited Jupiter Bar opens in Belltown.

09/15/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: September 13–19

The week in which: Seattle gets international with Mexican ice cream, German Oktoberfest brews, and rare Japanese tea.

09/13/2017 By Jaime Archer

Shifts & Shakeups

This Week in Restaurant News: Celebrity Couture Pops and Uber Fresh Seafood

Plus, Standard Brewing debuts cocktails and sandwiches in the Central District.

09/08/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: September 6–12

The week in which: Cider takes Seattle by storm, we all scream for ice cream, and Wagyu beef steals the spotlight at Tavolàta.

09/06/2017 By Jaime Archer

Fair Food

The Unlikely Story of the Fisher Fair Scone

How a British teatime snack became a cult favorite at the Washington State Fair.

08/31/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: August 30–September 5

The week in which: Chateau Ste. Michelle turns 50 and turns up, South Lake Union is awash in grilled cheese sandwiches, and Hot Stove Society fights the good fight against sad lunches.

08/30/2017 By Jaime Archer

Coming Soon

Seattle Coffee Works to Open New Location This Winter

Wedged between glass skyscrapers and Amazon's campus, Cascade Coffee Works finds a home in a rapidly changing neighborhood.

08/24/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: August 23–29

The week in which: Old Ballard Liquor Company honors tasty Swedish tradition, Stoup Brewing throws a yard party, and Banh Mi Fest parties in Chinatown–International District.

08/23/2017 By Jaime Archer

Eat Beat

Bumbershoot's B-Eats Returns for a Second Serving

11 local restaurants, including Southpaw, Adana, and JarrBar, join the lineup for the culinary event.

08/21/2017 By Jaime Archer

Lit Hits

Hugo House Announces 2017–18 Season

A new season at Hugo House welcomes the "place for writers" back to its revamped Capitol Hill location, along with a local legend, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, and many more.

08/16/2017 By Jaime Archer

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: August 16–22

The week in which: Pike Place Market wines and dines locals, Ballard proves that the burrito is king, and Rick Bayless has fun with the michelada.

08/16/2017 By Jaime Archer

Caffeine Compilation

7 Coffee Shops That Take Cold Brew to a New Level

Plain old cold brew is so last year. Make way for the drink's new pals: tonic water, hops, and cannabis.

08/14/2017 By Jaime Archer