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Openings

Von Trapp's Opens This Sunday

A massive German-style beer hall is unleashed on 12th Ave. Time to learn how to play bocce.

02/05/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Imbibing Agenda

A Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Mezcal Event

Educational day drinking: A never-before panel of mezcal experts will discuss the history and culture behind this of-the-moment spirit.

02/04/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Jammin'

Oola, Deluxe Foods Release a Gin Jam

This weekend marks the release of Apple Parker.

02/01/2013 By Christopher Werner

Oeno Files

Happening in Georgetown: Some Seriously High-Tech Wine Storage

Phenol55 keeps wine in a cool, dark place...and in your iPad.

01/31/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Game Day

Met Maps: Where to Watch the Super Bowl

Come for the big screens, stay for the specials.

01/30/2013 By Christopher Werner

Watering Holes

Standard Brewing Coming to the Central District

A local barman and beer geek is taking a claim with eight seats, eight taps, and one barrel.

01/29/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

On the Menu

Analog Cold-Brew Cocktail at Montana

This carbonated coffee and rum drink draws on the creativity of a coffee shop, a baker, and a bartender.

01/28/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Beer—and Lots of It

Yard House On Tap for Early February

The California chain brings its hefty supply of beer to downtown Seattle.

01/25/2013 By Christopher Werner

Happy Hour

The Week in Happy Hour: Cocktails at the Augustus, Slices at Ballard Pizza Company

Plus: Four hours of discounts at Hillside Bar, fish get hot and smoky at Ray's Boathouse.

01/23/2013 By Christopher Werner

Post

A Guide to Seattle’s Oyster Bars

A primer on the establishments dedicated to Seattle’s heroes on a half shell.

01/23/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Best of the City

Seattle’s Best Seafood

Where to find the most flavorful, sustainable fish in Seafood City, USA.

01/23/2013 By Kathryn Robinson

Clean Living

Okay, Fine—I Did a Juice Cleanse

Yes, it's totally possible. And yes, you will probably be annoyingly energetic by the end.

01/22/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Superlatives

Super Deli Mart Pours the 'World's Most Expensive Beer'

A bottle costs $190, if you can find one at all. But you can get a once-ounce taste on Tuesday night.

01/18/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

These Are a Few of My...

Favorite Things: Feedback Lounge's Matt Johnson

This bar owner went from finance to fancy cocktails. Though he's not above the occasional Mike's Hard Lemonade.

01/17/2013 By Danielle Zorn

Still Life

Seven Local Bartenders, Seven Types of Amaro

A botched batch of rhubarb liqueur inspires BroVo Spirits to dabble in the Italian digestif.

01/15/2013 By Christopher Werner

Imbibing Agenda

Two Bits of Beer News

Two Beers releases an uberboozy new specialty brew, while one of the city's best beer stores turns its taps over to barrel-aged ales.

01/14/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Cut & Paste Friday

It's Cold Outside—So Drink In Front of These Fireplaces

Here are 10 of our favorite bars that play with fire.

01/11/2013 By Allecia Vermillion

Still Life

An Abundance of New Local Liquors

Seattle distilleries are bringing the booze this new year—and branching out beyond their typical repertoire. Here's a sampling of what's in the works.

01/10/2013 By Christopher Werner

Game Day

Seahawks Sunday: Where to Watch, Cheer...and Drink

These establishments will be open bright and early when the Seahawks suit up in Atlanta for their 10am game.

01/09/2013 By Danielle Zorn

Happy Hour

The Week in Happy Hour: Oysters at Bastille, Sicilian Snacks at Agrodolce

Plus: Frozen drinks at Bait Shop, gut busters at Sam's Tavern, and 20-buck duck at Cafe Campagne.

01/07/2013 By Christopher Werner

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