Cool Beans

Local Tofu and Miso Offer Fresh Takes on Traditional Techniques

Three products we think are just soy good.

02/11/2026 By Naomi Tomky

Sauce Talk

The Origin Story of KariKari, Seattle's Ultimate Chili Crisp

Chunks of garlic. Peanuts aplenty. This is the origin story of a legendary sauce, narrated by the spoonful.

06/23/2022 By Ann Karneus

PPM PPE

10 Pike Place Masks for a Market-Fresh 2020

Local crafters now count face coverings among their wares.

10/13/2020 By Zoe Sayler Photography by Elizabeth Rudge

FASHION PROJECT

Seattle’s Best Clothing Boutiques

Seattle’s a fashionable city. You just have to know where to look.

09/10/2020 By Nicole Martinson and Zoe Sayler

Holiday Gift Guide 2018

5 Bags and Bling for the Accessory-Obsessed

Purses: the ever-dependable gift—where else will we store our righteous indignation and movie snacks?

12/03/2018 By Rosin Saez With Elizabeth Podlesnik

Gear Guide

Here in Seattle, Our Gear Better Be Next Level

Outdoor togs and toys have to clear a high bar these days. We expect multifunctional gear that’s loaded with extras, and Seattle makers’ newest offerings oblige.

05/22/2018 By Allison Williams

Bars Beyond Cardboard

5 Locally Made Energy Bars to Try

We passed around Northwest-made trail bars to compose wine-style tasting notes for homegrown hiker fuel. Pinkies up, everyone.

05/22/2018 By Seattle Met Staff

Shop Local

The Best Made-in-Seattle Kids Gear

For your next gifting occasion.

03/16/2017 By Allecia Vermillion Photography by Brandon Hill

Winter Woes

5 Soothing Saviors for Dry Skin

Fight the good fight against dry, winter skin with these local beauty buys.

01/27/2017 By Rosin Saez

Shop Small Saturday

Ethnic Seattle Presents Shop Small, Shop Ethnic

The November 26th Holiday Pop-Up Market has a ton of gift ideas both in-person and online, for under $100.

11/23/2016 By Colleen Williams

Elements of Style

Valerie Nethery Belongs to Seattle’s New Throng of Eco-Friendly Jewelers

Welcome to the new world of sustainable bling.

07/21/2016 By Colleen Williams

Slide Show

7 Sweet Easter Treats Made Here in Seattle

Suitable for Easter baskets, or just eating on the couch in bunny slippers.

03/24/2016 By Grace Qian

Final Touches

14 Must-Haves for Spring

Celebrate the long-awaited arrival of spring with locally sourced accessories.

03/24/2016 By Aoife Reilly

Up & Coming

Kickstart This: Yesler Apparel's New Technical Hoodie

A local clothing startup is rethinking the hoodie, and you can get in on the ground floor.

10/16/2015 By Amanda Zurita

Countdown to Runway

IDRS 15 Files #4: Iris Klein

The designer brings her Northwest-inspired collection to life with watercolor tones, contrasting textures, and bright inserts.

09/03/2015 By Aoife Reilly

On Display

Go See: Hey QT by Shawn Serven at Art Primo

Gaga and RiRi both have one of his pieces. Get your own and see other works by the talented local designer on Capitol Hill this month.

08/14/2015 By Amanda Zurita

Food Lovers Guide to Seattle

Washington-Made Pantry Items

Our ideal pantry—stocked entirely with local goods—looks a little something like this.

07/09/2015 By Seattle Met Staff

Sunny Accessories

Summer Item of the Moment: Amy and the Bear Beach Towels

Sprawl out at Alki on summer's most sand-ready accessory, available at a Cap Hill popup this weekend.

06/22/2015 By Alyssa Volpigno

Have to Haves

The Met Set: 5 Eco-Friendly Product Picks for Earth Day

Go green with the Shop Talk crew's sustainable must-haves in celebration of Earth Day.

04/20/2015 By Seattle Met Staff and Amanda Zurita

Meet the Maker

Behind the Scenes: Kathryn Elyse Fine Jewelry

Introducing the Seattle jewelry scene's freshest face and her beautiful collection.

03/19/2015 By Amanda Zurita