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  • Blogs

    March 23, 2012

    Ain't No Shame In A $6 Covey Run Merlot

    Hey fellow lushes! This just in from the department that decides matters of the utmost importance: Merlot is hip again. Whew, what a freaking relief. Now, The Wino no longer has to chug it secretly, in the closet. Yeah, it seems ever since a fictional character in a movie made 10 years ago declare ... More >>

  • Music

    February 8, 2012
  • Calendar

    February 8, 2012

    Cold Cave

    From Cold Cave to Dr. Dog.

  • Blogs

    January 24, 2012

    Canadian Whiskey Worth Drinking

    There were hundreds of whiskies for sampling this past weekend at Victoria Whisky Festival, an event that has a global reputation for seriousness and comprehensiveness. But I was most interested in trying the Canadian whiskeys, a few of which aren't yet available in the U.S. -- and at least one of w ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 20, 2011

    What's On Tap?

    ​What do you have on tap? This used to be a question reserved for beer, but at more and more bars and restaurants around Seattle, wine on tap is becoming just as common. That's because many wineries are skipping the costly bottling process and putting their wines directly into kegs. Bottling ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2010

    John Howie Steak: In Case You Happen to Have an Extra $2000 Laying Around...

    ​This just came in the mail yesterday. "AS THE ECONOMY TAKES ON A BRIGHTER SHINE, WHY NOT CELEBRATE LIKE 1999? John Howie Steak Offers $2,011 Per Couple New Years Eve 'Best Meal You Will Ever Have'" Really, John Howie? A "brighter shine" is how you want to describe things right now? On the d ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 10, 2010

    Wrapping Things Up

    "Wraps," by Barber, Corpening, & Narlock​Prior to my gluten free days, I had a little cookbook I loved, which was titled, simply, "Wraps." It was full of beautiful pictures of wraps filled with relatively nutritious, easily transported meals with cheesy names like the Rodeo Round-Up, the Ferti ... More >>

  • Arts

    June 2, 2010

    Captain's Grog

    A highly subjective Seattle pirate-bar tour taken by a man who feels that pirate bars, in theory, shouldn’t exist.

  • Diversions

    May 12, 2010

    The Anti-Mexican Slur Edition

    A highly subjective Seattle pirate-bar tour taken by a man who feels that pirate bars, in theory, shouldn’t exist.

  • Blogs

    September 15, 2009

    Where Have All the Under-$10 Bottles Gone?

    ​Let's face it, we'd all love to be on the local, sustainable, organic bandwagon and say we shop at the co-op exclusively, but no denying an entire bag of groceries seems to come to a mere, magical $32 every time at Trader Joe's. We'd all love to shop at our local wine shop, too, but bottles u ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2009

    Tastings: Portalis, Sake Nomi, & Worldly Values

    Highlights among the wine tastings this week: Vino Verite will pour Spanish wines from Classical Wines, covering the gamut from bubbles to red to sherry, the common theme being value. Classical Wines is one of the most trusted importers of Spanish wine.208 Boylston Ave. EastThursday, Jan. 22nd, 6:00 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 13, 2009

    Intro to Blind Tasting, Wine Division

    Image: http://www.seattlewinesociety.orgWashington vs. Sonoma, with David LeClaire: This certified sommelier will guide you through a sight-unseen Washington vs. California wine tasting. With blindfolds (provided) and two wine glasses (bring your own), you'll learn how to identify the notable differ ... More >>

  • Music

    December 3, 2008

    Zach Harjo Makes a Record He Actually Likes

    But that doesn’t mean he’s eager to let you hear it.

  • News

    June 25, 2008

    New Rangers Can’t Write Tickets or Carry Guns

    Waving to the homeless permitted.

  • Blogs

    December 26, 2007

    The News of Food: New Year's Things

    Waving to the homeless permitted.

  • Food

    June 28, 2006

    Food News June 28-July 5

    Waving to the homeless permitted.

  • Food

    July 27, 2005

    Que Syrah!

    Now that merlot is over, the world turns its attention to a relatively new grape.

  • Food

    April 13, 2005

    April 13, 2005

    Now that merlot is over, the world turns its attention to a relatively new grape.

  • Food

    March 23, 2005

    Just the Basics

    Now that merlot is over, the world turns its attention to a relatively new grape.

  • Food

    March 16, 2005

    Chard Reconfigured

    Now that merlot is over, the world turns its attention to a relatively new grape.

  • Food

    January 5, 2005

    Jan. 5, 2005

    Now that merlot is over, the world turns its attention to a relatively new grape.

  • Diversions

    December 15, 2004

    Making a List, Checking It Twice . . . 

    For humaneness, sustainability, and political correctness.

  • Food

    November 17, 2004

    Legal, Tender

    If foie gras is outlawed, let them eat (Australian) cake.

  • Food

    July 7, 2004

    Food Files

    If foie gras is outlawed, let them eat (Australian) cake.

  • Food

    June 30, 2004

    Food Files

    If foie gras is outlawed, let them eat (Australian) cake.

  • Food

    May 12, 2004

    Sips

    If foie gras is outlawed, let them eat (Australian) cake.

  • Food

    April 7, 2004

    Great Plates

    How to make a chain restaurant come across as unique.

  • Food

    October 22, 2003

    Grand Hotel

    The Sorrento's Hunt Club offers a bygone glamour on your plate.

  • Food

    August 27, 2003

    Wednesday Night Fever

    How to strike out with all the right people at S.I.P.

  • Food

    April 30, 2003

    On the Plate, The Grapevine, and More

    Advance registration or reservations are recommended for most events. Prices exclusive of tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted.

  • Food

    April 23, 2003

    Ciao Bella Ristorante Is Back!

    Advance registration or reservations are recommended for most events. Prices exclusive of tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted.

  • Food

    March 12, 2003

    3/12/2003

    Advance registration or reservations are recommended for most events. Prices exclusive of tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted.

  • Food

    March 5, 2003

    Food Files

    Advance registration or reservations are recommended for most events. Prices exclusive of tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted.

  • Food

    February 26, 2003

    Food Files

    Advance registration or reservations are recommended for most events. Prices exclusive of tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted.

  • Food

    September 18, 2002

    The ABCs of A.B.C.

    Advance registration or reservations are recommended for most events. Prices exclusive of tax and gratuity unless otherwise noted.

  • Food

    April 17, 2002

    Meat: the good news

    Having your beef, pork, and lamb, and eating it with a clear conscience, too.

  • Food

    September 27, 2000

    Another insufferable French wine term

    Having your beef, pork, and lamb, and eating it with a clear conscience, too.

  • Food

    November 3, 1999

    Young curmudgeon

    West Seattle transplant Scott Carsberg settles uneasily in trendy Belltown.

  • Food

    December 9, 1998

    The Vidal essence

    Where else in Kirkland can you get sushi, pasta, and dolmas under the same roof?

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