Explainer

The Past and Future of Washington’s Ferries

From the mosquito fleet of yore to the hybrid ships to come.

08/12/2024 By Ryan Packer

Ruff Trails

The Best Dog-Friendly Hikes near Seattle

Where to hit the trail with man's best outdoor friend.

08/09/2024 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Berry Good

Eat This: Wojapi Parfait at Nacho Mama’s Fry Bread Cafe

A sleeper breakfast side dish jam-packed with berries.

08/09/2024 By Naomi Tomky

Pure Class

Property Watch: A Top Floor Condo Lives Inside a Historic Elementary School

A patio looks out on the Queen Anne community that saved the classic building.

08/08/2024 By Zoe Sayler

Bar Guide

A Neighborhood Bar for Every Neighborhood

Our favorite dives, die-hards, and cozy hangs, by neighborhood.

08/07/2024 By Meg van Huygen With Seattle Met Staff

Drinking Guide

The 25 Best Bars in Seattle

Served straight up: our favorite places to kick back, splash out, and order just one more round.

08/06/2024 By Meg van Huygen and Allecia Vermillion With Allison Williams and Eric Nusbaum

Behind Bars

How NA Cocktails Went from Afterthought to Main Event

At Seattle bars of a certain caliber, at least.

08/05/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Destination Guide

Walla Walla: World-Class Wine Country

All you need to know about visiting Washington's vineyard capital.

08/02/2024 Photography by Brooke Fitts

Star Blazing

How to Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower in Washington

It's one of the easiest astronomical events to catch without a telescope.

08/02/2024 By Allison Williams

Raw Deal

Eat This: The Freshest Ethiopian Raw Beef

Pinehurst restaurant Ahadu started as a butcher shop and its kitfo shows off the freshness that comes with sides of beef delivered twice a week.

08/02/2024 By Naomi Tomky

Controversies

The Story Behind the Local Children’s Book That Was Banned—or Was It?

A local influencer went viral saying his children's book was banned. Some people aren't so sure.

08/01/2024 By Haley Shapley

Destination Guide

North Cascades National Park: A Wild Welcome

Go north to our most remote national park. This stunning wilderness is easier to explore than you think.

08/01/2024

Know Your Place

The Many Lives of the Eitel Building

Now a chic downtown hotel, it debuted as one of the city’s first high-rise office buildings.

07/31/2024 By Meg van Huygen

Hunger Signs

5 Restaurant Signs That Tell Seattle’s Story

Beloved bygone dive bars and diners live on in Vanishing Seattle’s new book.

07/29/2024 By Naomi Tomky

Bitter Days

When Did Amaro Become Seattle’s Signature Drink?

Suddenly, Seattle is America’s bitters capital.

07/29/2024 By Adam Willems Photography by Sarah Flotard

Real Estate Report

Seattle Real Estate Market Takes a Breather

More homes are finally for sale. But where have all the buyers gone?

07/26/2024 By Lindsey Schober

Filo-sophy

Eat This: The Spanakopita at Taki’s Mad Greek in Ballard

Bigger is better when it comes to the spinach-packed pastry.

07/26/2024 By Naomi Tomky

Long Beach Peninsula Embraces New Identity as Washington’s Evergreen Coast

Exploring Long Beach beyond the beach.

07/25/2024

Room with a View

Property Watch: A Penthouse Shows Seattle through the Looking Glass

Chic interior design goes toe-to-toe with some of the coolest windows in the city.

07/25/2024 By Zoe Sayler Photography by Alessandra Brescia

Faster Higher Stronger

The Ultimate List of Local Olympians to Watch in Paris

Meet the many Washingtonians competing in the Olympics and Paralympics.

07/24/2024 By Adam Willems