Thompson Seattle

Slide Show: Thompson Seattle Grand Opening

On Tuesday, June 28 guests and Seattleites alike celebrated the newly opened Thompson Seattle with a ribbon cutting ceremony and evening of revelry, welcoming this sleek new hotel to its downtown location.

06/29/2016

City Hall

Herbold, Sawant Question Industry Report on Secure Scheduling

As council continues to study work scheduling guidelines, pros and cons of San Francisco law debated.

06/29/2016 By Spencer Ricks

Met Picks

The Top Things to See or Do in Seattle: July 2016

Wooden O invades our parks with Shakespeare, Seattle Symphony plays more John Luther Adams, and Brand New and Modest Mouse team up.

06/29/2016 By Seth Sommerfeld

Museums

'Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds' Boldly Goes for Fan Service Over Depth

EMP Museum's celebration of 50 years of Star Trek should satisfy Trekkies, but can't fully engage.

06/29/2016 By Seth Sommerfeld

ORANGE IS THE NEW SNACK

They’re Here: Burger King’s Mac-and-Cheetos Have Arrived in Seattle

Today in brand mashups, we break down this food identity crisis.

06/29/2016 By Rosin Saez

Walk a Mile in My Shoes

Finding Common Ground with Shoes

PNW brand Common Ground tackles social issues with footwear.

06/29/2016 By Colleen Williams

Morning Fizz

Retiring Lieutenant Governor Owen Blasts State Senator Seeking His Seat

In lengthy letter, Owen Accuses Habib of making exaggerated and partisan campaign promises for largely parliamentarian job.

06/29/2016 By Josh Feit

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: June 29–July 5

The week in which: Eden Hill turns vegetarian for a night, The Beer Junction toasts to six years of beers, and a Moroccan-inspired bakery pops up on Capitol Hill.

06/29/2016 By Rosin Saez

Guest Opinion

Don't Pause, Double Down on Seattle's Transportation Progress

As a national model of smart transit policy, Seattle needs to embrace its success.

06/28/2016 By Jon Orcutt

Northwest Travel

Where to Find Bigfoot in the Pacific Northwest

If you're going to catch a Sasquatch, you have to know where to look.

06/28/2016 By Allison Williams

Oeno Files

Weekly Wine Pick: Casa Smith Cervo Barbera Northridge Vineyard Wahluke Slope 2014

The new project from Charles Smith is utterly irresistible.

06/28/2016 By Sean P. Sullivan

Beat the Heat

Summer Skin Rules from Celeste Hilling

The Skin Authority CEO knows how to keep skin looking great this summer.

06/28/2016 By Colleen Williams

Morning Fizz

Former Starbucks President Howard Behar Blasts City Council

Former Starbucks head protests secured scheduling proposal, U.S. Supreme Court affirms Washington pharmacy rules.

06/28/2016 By Josh Feit

Behind Bars

Cocktail in Profile: The Flying Colours at Bar Melusine

Sip on this summery vermouth and bruleed grapefruit beverage. This concoction passes with...well, you know.

06/28/2016 By Stefan Milne

Sponsored Content

Get into the Outrigger ZONE

Learn about how Outrigger is working to protect and preserve our coral reefs.

06/27/2016

Habitat

A Kirkland Home Transforms Into a Pacific Northwest Dream Space

These two Midwest transplants made their dream of an open, airy Northwest home a reality.

06/27/2016 By Darren Davis

Bang For Your Buck

Cheap Week: June 27–July 3

KEXP Rocks the Dock, NAAM examines African American beauty through photography, and standout local songwriters convene at Chop Suey.

06/27/2016 By Kyle Kuhn Edited by Seth Sommerfeld

Morning Matters

Oh Hey, a Few New Brunch Destinations

Hot chicken and waffles. Huevos rancheros and literature. Blackberry-mango French toast and “pogmosas.”

06/27/2016 By Rosin Saez

Sales and Events

Wear What When: June 27–July 3

Jack Straw's Damn Good Sale Continues, a Glasswing Pop-up, and a new E. Smith Summer Camp Class.

06/27/2016 By Kyle Kuhn

Critic's Notebook

Here’s Where to Find Great Grain Bowls in Seattle

Because they are having a moment.

06/27/2016 By Kathryn Robinson