Seasonal Send-offs

Winter Weekend Travel Ideas in the Pacific Northwest

Worth the search: truffles, snowbound mountain huts, and Kurt Cobain's favorite spot in Aberdeen.

12/17/2021 By Allison Williams

Unabashedly Modern

Realtor Confessions: Heidi Ward of 360 Modern

Seattle's queen of modern homes talks powerful feelings, thoughtful design, and cozy blankets.

12/16/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Meat Mourning

Get to the Shambles While You Can

The meat- and beer-focused restaurant in Maple Leaf will say farewell before Christmas.

12/15/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Pier Pressure

Property Watch: A Pier Condo Built Around a Fireplace

This week on Fireplace Watch, we have a brick pillar hearth that includes a waterfront home.

12/15/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

In the Spotlight

The Performing Arts Stage a Comeback This Winter Season

A flurry of dance performances, plays, and live music descends on the city.

12/14/2021 By Sophie Grossman

ON THE ROCKS

The Kraken Community Iceplex Is Learning How to Nightlife

Ice skating’s probably the coolest thing you can do in Seattle past 9pm.

12/14/2021 By Zoe Sayler

Snow Holds Barred

Events to Get You in the Holiday Spirit (However Reluctantly)

The holidays are here, whether you like it or not.

12/13/2021 By Malia Alexander

PNW Wild Salmon Delivered in Recipe Ready Portions

For your health, for salmon, for sustainability – Lummi Island Wild style!

12/13/2021

Garden Variety

How Your Yard Can Protect Puget Sound

A little landscaping can help curb a major source of pollution in the Salish Sea.

12/13/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

SLINGSHOT

We Needed This: KAVU's Rope Bag Exports Seattle Fashion

It may have gained popularity on far-flung college campuses, but this best-selling pack is distinctly PNW.

12/13/2021 By Zoe Sayler

WOUND UP

Seattle’s Best Toy Shops for Kids and Adults Alike

It’s all fun and games.

12/13/2021 By Seattle Met Staff

House Hunters

Washington Is Home to Some of America's Most Expensive Zip Codes

Of course, the full list is dominated by California, but a couple of King County neighborhoods show up too.

12/10/2021 By Lucas Kaplan

Power Players

100 of the Most Influential People in Seattle

Our full list of politicians, chefs, scientists, athletes, tech titans, and other local leaders who shape the most vital components of our city.

12/09/2021 By Angela Cabotaje, Benjamin Cassidy, Sophie Grossman, Zoe Sayler, Allecia Vermillion, and Allison Williams

Power Players

The Most Influential Seattleites

From inclusive outfits to life-saving discoveries, no one can doubt this group’s clout manifests in the essential elements of our city.

12/09/2021 By Angela Cabotaje, Benjamin Cassidy, Sophie Grossman, Zoe Sayler, Allecia Vermillion, and Allison Williams

Power Players

The Most Influential People in Seattle Politics

Politicians, consultants, and other local leaders who make and shape our laws.

12/09/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Opening Dispatch

Jack’s BBQ Spinoff Jackalope Arrives in Columbia City

Its namesake may be mythical, but the impending Tex-Mex restaurant from a Seattle barbecue titan is very much a real thing.

12/09/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Power Players

8 of the Most Influential People in Seattle Fashion

The style mavens who give our sartorially scorned city an underappreciated look.

12/09/2021 By Zoe Sayler

Power Players

10 of Seattle's Most Influential Thinkers

The academics, authors, and activists who shift our ideas.

12/09/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy and Sophie Grossman

Power Players

10 of the Most Influential People in Seattle Food and Drink

The chefs and owners who shape Seattle hospitality.

12/09/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Power Players

The Most Influential People in Seattle Tech and Business

The C-suiters and financial backers who stimulate our job market.

12/09/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy