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New Year's

  • Blogs

    March 1, 2012

    This Weekend's Top Under-$15 Food Events

    The weekend's supposed to be cool and wet, which means there's no better way to spend your time than eating and drinking. Here, a few cheap ways to do just that. "Hungry Planet: What The World Eats" The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free The Burke's newest tr ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 2, 2012

    Grocery Lists Could Help Reverse Obesity Crisis

    There are dozens of smart phone apps allowing shoppers to digitally plan their shopping trips, but a new survey says 34 percent of low- and middle-income families don't use grocery lists. The numbers reported by Share Our Strength mirror other recent statistics: Studies conducted last year showed t ... More >>

  • Diversions

    January 25, 2012

    The Dorky Dater

    There are dozens of smart phone apps allowing shoppers to digitally plan their shopping trips, but a new survey says 34 percent of low- and middle-income families don't use grocery lists. The numbers reported by Share Our Strength mirror other recent statistics: Studies conducted last year showed t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 9, 2012

    From Gabby Giffords to Margaret Anderson, Washington CeaseFire Mourns Victims of Gun Violence at Westlake Vigil

    Candles were lit, bells tolled and a moment of silence was offered for Gabby Giffords and Margaret Anderson, and the thousands of others that are victimized by gun violence here and across the nation.

  • Blogs

    January 9, 2012

    Tacoma Cop Is Suing Fife and State; Says Red-Light Ticket Ruined His Credit

    On New Year's Day 2009, a Tacoma police lieutenant named Anthony Abuan was captured by a red-light camera making an unlawful right hand turn in Fife. Abuan, though, didn't know the camera had photographed his car since he never received a notice of the infraction.

  • Blogs

    January 6, 2012

    Low Alcohol and No Alcohol Cocktails For the New Year

    Ah, New Year's Resolutions. It's the bane of a booze columnist's existence. For many of us, January is a time for replacing our usual Manhattan with something a little less boozy and a lot less caloric, but still satisfying. Now there's nothing as satisfying as bourbon, but January may be the best t ... More >>

  • Music

    January 4, 2012

    Answers & Advice: Carry the Weight

    Why would an adult male want to get smaller?

  • Blogs

    January 3, 2012

    Washington Gets First Majority Latino Voting District in Deadline Deal

    ​It took them until two hours before their deadline on New Year's Day, but Washington's redistricting commission finally agreed on new voting districts for the state, with the political mapmakers compromising on a new majority Latino district in the Yakima area.

  • Blogs

    January 2, 2012

    Coffee Resolution Meets Revolutions Espresso. Loses.

    I love New Year's resolutions. Not the act of making them myself, mind you, but watching everybody else make them is a lot of fun. For example: I am at coffee today with my roommate, whose New Year's resolution was to give up caffeine. We are (both) drinking (regular, caffeinated) mochas, and watchi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2011

    Lucky 8's Says They'll Open New Year's Day, Capitol Hill Cafe Closes Today

    Lucky 8's, on 14th and Union, will likely have their opening on New Year's Day. Their debut assures Americanized Chinese meals with a takeout option and eventual delivery option, with a second menu of more traditional recipes for those who intend on sticking around. Additionally, retro Kung Fu movie ... More >>

  • Music

    December 28, 2011

    Starfucker: Tell Me About That Album

    The alien roots of Reptilians.

  • Music

    December 28, 2011

    Guide to New Year's Eve 2011

    And a few shows for those of you sitting the last day of 2011 out.

  • Blogs

    December 27, 2011

    Local Japanese Communities Prepare to Pound Rice for Traditional New Year's Treat

    Organizers of the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington's mochitsuki anticipate this year's edition of the traditional New Year's rice pounding will draw a record number of participants. "Last year we had 300 or so folks, and we're expecting it to be a little bit bigger," interim execu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 26, 2011

    Avalon's Chef Credits Superstar Rick Bayless With Helping Shape Her Culinary Career

    Photo by Leslie KellyChef Deb Breuler met her sous chef Kaelon Sparks while working briefly at Hard Rock Cafe.​Deb Breuler has a pretty impressive resume. After culinary school, she worked at L'Avenue in San Francisco and then for Rick Bayless at Zinfandel in Chicago before moving to L.A., whe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 24, 2011

    EMT Mark Tosland Used Ambulance Rides to Pick Up Women, Says Department of Health

    ​All emergency medical technicians have to act fast. They rush desperately ill people to the hospital before it's too late, and often deliver life-saving medical care in the process. Apparently, however, Tacoma EMT Mark Tosland was faster than most. According to state Department of Health char ... More >>

  • News

    January 19, 2011
  • Blogs

    January 13, 2011

    Karaoke Korrespondent Does Double Time Private Parties at the ID's Four Seas

    ​For the past four years, I've spent day one of the calendar year drinking double-Absolute Mandarins on the rocks all day in the International District in the lounge at the Four Seas restaurant with my dear friends from the old Luau Polynesian Lounge. They've held their white elephant exchange ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2011

    Top 5 Ways to Blow Your Food and Booze New Year's Resolutions By the End of January

    Sure, you said you would stop doing this. But who wants to keep that promise?​Somewhere amid of my third helping of squash risotto, fourth slice of ham, millionth cookie, my brother's famous creme brulee, and the hot buttered rum, I thought: "I can't go on like this." As so many do at the tail ... More >>

  • Food

    January 12, 2011

    Versus: Boxed Wine Doesn't Fuss With Foreplay

    But which bladder's better, black or brown?

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2011

    Seattle Couple in Critical Condition After Uncle's Blowtorch Attack in Puerto Rico

    ​ UPDATE: The AP now reports that Jesus Sanchez has died. That makes four people dead from the bizarre attack, including Sanchez's grandmother who also died on Tuesday. His wife remains in critical condition and has been flown to the U.S. for treatment. The Seattle Times also reports that the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2011

    Pearl, a True Dining Treasure in Bellevue

    © Siiri Sampson 2011.Dear Cows, Kobe Beef is the new black. Convert. Thanks, Siiri​If the saying "diet starts Monday" applied to everyday life, then this week's diet consists of Kobe-beef burgers and pan-seared chicken breasts with loads of rich mushrooms and sauce. That's one awesome diet. F ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 3, 2011

    Resolution for 2011: Eat More Balls

    Photo by Leslie KellyWho wouldn't want to eat more chocolate balls?​No, silly. I'm not talking about Rocky Mountain Oysters or, as those tender calf testicles are called in Montana, swinging steaks. Instead I'm talking about meatballs, specifically the spectacular meatball sandwich at Salumi, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2010

    Can't I Just Resolve to Give Up Those Sales Calls and Junk Email In 2011?

    In addition to his Thursday column, Duff McKagan answers reader questions throughout the week. Write to him at askduff@seattleweekly.com. Find all of Duff's posts here.​I have never been real big on New Year's resolutions--maybe because in my "sober life" I have strived for everything in moder ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 28, 2010

    Ringing in the New Year with Toshikoshi Soba at Maneki

    You know Jay Friedman as the sex educator behind Sexy Feast, and now he's here to share his noodle know-how. As The Mein Man, Jay will search out noodles in the Seattle area each week, giving us tips and techniques to slurp our way to satisfaction. ​Dish: Soba ten-zaru ("tempura on the side") ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 28, 2010

    Sending Out Some Big Love To Generous Restaurants

    ​So, we survived another season of crass commercialism, a time during which the spirit of giving can be dampened by the insatiable need to buy crap we don't need. (Does it sound like somebody got the lump of coal in her stocking? OK, yes, I did, though I swear I wasn't all that naughty.) This ... More >>

  • Arts

    December 22, 2010

    The Weekly Wire: The Week's Recommended Events

    ​So, we survived another season of crass commercialism, a time during which the spirit of giving can be dampened by the insatiable need to buy crap we don't need. (Does it sound like somebody got the lump of coal in her stocking? OK, yes, I did, though I swear I wasn't all that naughty.) This ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 22, 2010

    Borrow $8 From Your Mom and Download This Album: Koko and the Sweetmeats' Foreign Island

    Koko and the Sweetmeats play the High Dive on New Year's Day.​South Africa, the country that gifted the music world with Dave Matthews, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and Die Antwoord, is also the birthplace of Garett van der Speck, the young songwriter who now lives in Seattle and fronts the bluesy ... More >>

  • Calendar

    December 1, 2010

    The Naked Gun

    Koko and the Sweetmeats play the High Dive on New Year's Day.​South Africa, the country that gifted the music world with Dave Matthews, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and Die Antwoord, is also the birthplace of Garett van der Speck, the young songwriter who now lives in Seattle and fronts the bluesy ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 10, 2010

    The Videos: McNugget Rage Drive-Thru Surveillance Camera Edition

    ​I understand all about food obsessions. I understand that desperate need for that one thing you want more than anything else in the world. And I can certainly understand how those wants and needs can be amped up considerably by the application of 27 shots of Jager and the sudden New Year's Da ... More >>

  • Arts

    December 30, 2009

    The Weekly Wire: The Week’s Recommended Events

    ​I understand all about food obsessions. I understand that desperate need for that one thing you want more than anything else in the world. And I can certainly understand how those wants and needs can be amped up considerably by the application of 27 shots of Jager and the sudden New Year's Da ... More >>

  • Music

    December 30, 2009

    The Short List: The Week’s Recommended Shows

    ​I understand all about food obsessions. I understand that desperate need for that one thing you want more than anything else in the world. And I can certainly understand how those wants and needs can be amped up considerably by the application of 27 shots of Jager and the sudden New Year's Da ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2009

    A Few Top New Year's Eve Options

    flickr.com/photos/orbyn/348190569/​Skillet will provide the fare for the New Year's Eve shindig that promises to be one of the best in town. A costume party entitled "As the World Falls Down" will take place in the loft-like, polished industrial space on the fourth floor of Capitol Hill's Oddf ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2009

    Openings & Closings: New Year's Eve Marks Farewell to Mitchelli Trattoria and Atlas Foods, Boom Noodle in the Works

    ​Last March, it had been reported that Pioneer Square's Trattoria Mitchelli (84 Yesler Way) was shutting its doors for good due to the economic downturn. Nearly a year later, it appears that owner "Papa" Danny Mitchelli (nee Mitchell) has finally set a date to lock up and retire the 32-year-ol ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2009

    Need Something to Do on New Year's Eve?

    If you've got the $100 to throw around, the Labyrinth-themed costume party at Oddfellows Hall has an open bar AND a real labyrinth​We've got you covered. Just check out this handy widget; it will lead you to all of the best stuff happening in Seattle, not only on New Year's Eve, but every othe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 30, 2009

    The Daily Weekly is Off (Again) For the Holiday Weekend

    But we'll back (again) next Monday. When it will now be the future. Have fun tomorrow night, dear reader. A lot of it. And use this handy guide if you still haven't figured out what you're doing. A safe and happy New Year's Eve to you all. And we'll see you in 2010.

  • Blogs

    December 29, 2009

    Magnolia's Mondello and Szmania Ready for the New Year; Late Liquor on Cap Hill

    ​Those looking in Magnolia for quieter New Year's Eve celebration -- and what else would a person look for in Magnolia? -- two of the neighborhood's better restaurants want to be there for you. According to the Magnolia Voice, Mondello and Szmania restaurants have planned special menus to ring ... More >>

  • Diversions

    December 23, 2009

    Sign Language

    ​Those looking in Magnolia for quieter New Year's Eve celebration -- and what else would a person look for in Magnolia? -- two of the neighborhood's better restaurants want to be there for you. According to the Magnolia Voice, Mondello and Szmania restaurants have planned special menus to ring ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 8, 2009

    Murder City Devils Play Showbox at the Market December 30

    ​For those of you who missed the last couple Murder City Devils shows, here's your shot at redemption: the band's playing an all ages show at Showbox at the Market the day before New Year's Eve. The only challenge, here, is how to stop yourself from going balls out at the Murder City Devils sh ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 8, 2009

    Harkonen Plays the Comet on New Year's Eve

    ​Man, I don't go out on New Year's Eve for all the obvious reasons, but if I may have to break my own rule and head to the Comet this year. Harkonen, the brutally artful, hardcore-tinged trio fronted by current Helms Alee leader Ben Verellen, is reuniting to play NYE, along with Book of Black ... More >>

  • Calendar

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    Interbay P-Patch

    Meet your neighbors at this potluck

  • Diversions

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  • Arts

    December 27, 2006

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  • Food

    December 27, 2006

    Food News

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    December 28, 2005

    'Tis the Season ... For Holiday Dinners

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    December 22, 2004

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  • Food

    December 22, 2004

    Auld Lang Dyne

    Eat, drink, eat some more, and be merry.

  • News

    December 17, 2003

    Facing Our Losses - Iraq 2004

    Washington's toll in Iraq in 2004.

  • Food

    December 17, 2003

    Food & Beverage News

    Washington's toll in Iraq in 2004.

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