What we catch

Sea Change: How and When Washington’s Catch Ebbs and Flows

From smelt to sea cucumbers, the seafood we take from Northwest waters is ever-changing.

02/13/2024 By Allison Williams

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Tomorrow’s Sound Starts Now

Three nights showcasing the best young artists in the NW music scene

02/12/2024

Black History Through Food

Seattle's Black Chefs and Restaurateurs Have Endless Stories

So we asked five of them to share in their own words.

02/12/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Jordan Nicholson

Black History, Black Chefs

Gold Coast Ghal's Tina Fahnbulleh on Popups and Potato Greens

In her own words: the woman behind Seattle's new (and lamentably rare) West African restaurant.

02/12/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Jordan Nicholson

Black History, Black Chefs

Simply Soulful's Owners on Deferred Dreams and Sweet Potato Pie

In their own words: mother-daughter duo Barbara Collins and Lillian Rambus.

02/12/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Jordan Nicholson

Black History, Black Chefs

Mojito's Luam Wersom on Rum Drinks and Cooking for Ball Players

In his own words: a dishwasher turned restaurant owner (and Ethiopian refugee turned steward of Latin American flavors).

02/12/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Jordan Nicholson

Black History, Black Chefs

Island Soul and Arleana's Owner Theo Martin on Crossing the Bridge

In his own words: a restaurateur with deep roots in Seattle and Kirkland.

02/12/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Jordan Nicholson

Black History, Black Chefs

La Spiga's Sabrina Tinsley on Making Pasta and Holding Space

In her own words: an Alaska-born powerhouse of Italian cooking.

02/12/2024 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Jordan Nicholson

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Music You Can’t Miss in 2024 at Lumen Field

Outdoor concert season is almost here, and these big-time shows are coming to the Home of the Seahawks this summer!

02/08/2024

Coronavirus Chronicles

Washington State Is Getting Free Covid Test Vending Machines

Welcome to the future.

02/08/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

This Sucks

What a Week for Capitol Hill Restaurant Closings

Two 30-year favorites, Machiavelli and Coastal Kitchen, both said farewell this week.

02/08/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Rent Report

Do Seattle Rents Have Seasonal Affective Disorder?

New data says prices are flat...but only for now.

02/08/2024 By Lindsey Schober

Well Well Well

The Case for Reading as a Self-Care Activity

As it turns out, doing things that reinforce our sense of self matters to our sense of well-being.

02/08/2024 By Haley Shapley

Poetic

Two Poems by Seattle Writer Luther Hughes

The first entries in Seattle Met’s new poetry series.

02/07/2024 By Luther Hughes

Private Eyes

Should Couples Track Each Others' Cell Phones?

Convenience meets surveillance in a new relationship trend.

02/07/2024 By Allison Williams

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An Intimate Sanctuary for Health and Wellness at The Ritz-Carlton, Portland

The luxurious and serene spa escape is the perfect retreat to nurture the mind, body, and spirit.

02/06/2024

Not That Quake

Can a Video Game Prepare Us for the Big One?

Learning basic emergency preparedness one terrifying level at a time.

02/06/2024 By Kea Krause

Habitat

A Kitchen Remodel Goes Dutch—but Not Too Much

Studio Laloc designer Lauren Caron embraces the legacy of a Dutch Colonial Revival on north Capitol Hill without turning it into a blast from the past.

02/06/2024 By Zoe Sayler

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7 Rockaway Beach Adventures Await You this Spring

With seven miles of sandy beach, Rockaway Beach on Oregon’s north coast makes the perfect home base for activities the whole family will enjoy.

02/06/2024

More Than Fried Dough

Ninth and Hennepin Makes Doughnuts for People Who Hate Sprinkles

How to win friends with salad? Make it into a doughnut.

02/05/2024 By Allecia Vermillion