Critic's Notebook

So Are the New Restaurant Food Safety Ratings Good for Anything?

Lots of beefing about what those new window decals actually signify. We decode.

02/13/2017 By Kathryn Robinson

Feature

After the Fall: Remembering the Tunnel Creek Avalanche

The Tunnel Creek avalanche took the lives of three world-class skiers and was immortalized in a Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times story. Five years later, the survivors, friends, and family members reflect on what was lost that day.

02/13/2017 By Eva Holland

Say Hell Yes to the Dress

Where in Seattle to Find the Perfect Bridesmaid Dress

Whether you’re the bride or the bridesmaid these shops will turn your Pinterest board into a reality.

02/10/2017 By Amanda Raschkow

Dine Around Seattle

Grab a friend! Dine Around Seattle only happens twice a year! Get social!

02/10/2017

Shifts & Shakeups

This Week in Restaurant News: Dumpling Updates and More Pizza in Frelard

Plus, Bar Melusine bestows upon us a new brunch.

02/10/2017 By Rosin Saez

News

For Seattle Area Warriors of #NoBan, the Work Is Nonstop

Ninth Circuit upholds suspension of Trump travel ban: “For one day, I can breathe a little bit normally.”

02/10/2017 By Rianna Hidalgo

Beer Changeups

The Former Bell and Whete Will Soon Become Belltown Brewing

...and a bar called the Brewhouse.

02/10/2017 By Allecia Vermillion

Cookie Couture

Girl Scouts Kick Off Cookie Sales in Style

Fashion inspired by your favorite spring treats: Thin Mints, Tagalongs, Samoas...

02/09/2017 By Rosin Saez

Hot Take

Can David Duchovny Solve Seattle's Mysteries?

Hopefully the ‘X-Files’ star will tackle these cases when he comes to town in February to play a concert with his band.

02/09/2017 By Seth Sommerfeld

Food & Drink Events

4 Global Comfort Food Dishes You Just Might Find at Our Taste the World Event

Remedying tastes from around the world—from deep-fried sea food dumplings to coffee-infused mousse cake

02/09/2017 By Jane Kidder

News

Seattle's First Navigation Center Is Not Your Average Shelter

Plus, six things council member Sally Bagshaw saw at the one in San Francisco.

02/09/2017 By Rianna Hidalgo

The Weekend Starts... Now

The Top Things to Do This Weekend: February 9–12

MoPop shows off 'The Art of Rube Goldberg,' Hilary Hahn returns to Benaroya Hall, and the USA Curling Nationals head to Everett.

02/09/2017 By Seattle Met Staff

Critic's Notebook

The Joy of Smaller Portions

Because sometimes just enough is just enough.

02/09/2017 By Kathryn Robinson

Five Ways

5 Hikes That Don’t Require Snow Gear

Hit a trail that doesn't call for snowshoes or skis—and end up at waterfalls, with views of Canada, or in an abandoned mining town.

02/08/2017 By Jack Russillo

Resist

Stream Seattle Symphony's Celebration of Music From the Muslim Ban Countries

'Music Beyond Borders: Voices From the Seven' highlights music from the countries cited in the POTUS's Muslim ban.

02/08/2017 By Seth Sommerfeld

Ticket Alerts

Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, and Chris Stapleton Headline Watershed Festival 2017

The annual country music party gets rowdy at the Gorge in July.

02/08/2017 By Seth Sommerfeld

News

Will the Upzone Upend the University District?

As the city moves forward, some fear displacement of social services for homeless.

02/08/2017 By Rianna Hidalgo

Dumpling Obsessions

And Now, an Update on Din Tai Fung in Pacific Place

The beloved Taiwanese chain is thisclose to opening downtown.

02/08/2017 By Allecia Vermillion

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: February 8–14

The week in which: The Pantry beckons spring by way of cooking classes, Jet City Improv takes on The Great British Baking Show, and Big Mario's will deliver heart-shaped pizza in the name of love.

02/08/2017 By Rosin Saez

Ticket Alerts

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Head to Safeco Field This Summer

The band's 40th anniversary tour (which includes the Lumineers) comes to Seattle on August 19.

02/08/2017 By Seth Sommerfeld