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2026 Christmas Ships and bonfires at Seattle Parks

The Argosy Christmas Ship Festival is returning November 27! The Christmas Ships are an exciting annual tradition as they sail across Seattle waters! A parade of brightly lit boats will cruise from Puget Sound to Lake Union and out to Lake Washington, stopping at pre-planned locations; the lead ship hosts an onboard chorus singing Christmas carols for neighbors and the community to watch from shore. 

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Meet Magoo – The Toy Squeaker!

Meet Magoo – an 7-year-old male Boxer mix from Seattle Humane. My foster family says I’m super chill and I have a calming energy. I’m really sweet, well mannered and a joy to hang out with! I’m very affectionate and I love to snuggle, cuddle and hang out with kids. I’m up for anything and just go with the flow! Walk? Yes. Hike? Yes. Snuggle? Yes. You name it, I’m there! Not to toot my own horn, but I am GREAT on a leash! I’m super smart! I already know “sit”, “down”, “paw”, “out”, “walk” and I’m eager to learn more! I do love a good treat and I’m ready to share snacks with you! I love to play and my favorite toy is one that squeaks! Some quotes from my walking team and my foster mom: “Magoo is a really good boy”, “I walked Magoo today and he was great, as usual”, “Magoo is a calm, well-mannered very pleasant walking companion”

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As comfortable as a day at the beach — and stylish, too

If Gig Harbor and living by the water were a vibe, how would you wear it?. If an old beach towel from your childhood doesn’t come to mind, Kathleen van der Spek’s casually cool sweatshirts — made from repurposed vintage beach towels — may change how you think about those linens gathering dust in your closet.

Gig Harbor, WA · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

Top Pot’s First Washington Doughnut Shop Feels Like A Library That Smells Like Apple Fritters

A former neighbor once called this little doughnut cafe his living room for 11 years. That’s a big compliment for a shop that opens at 7 AM and sells fried dough by the dozen. The shelves hold apple fritters, old fashioneds, and Boston cream. Books line the room, and...

Seattle, WA · 15h

everafterinthewoods.com

Puerto Rican Mofongo And Pernil Come In Portions Big Enough To Share At These 4 Washington Kitchens

Mofongo starts with green plantains that get fried, then mashed with garlic and crispy pork cracklings. That’s it. That’s the whole magic trick, and somehow it turns into one of the most filling dishes on any plate. Then there’s pernil. It’s pork shoulder soaked in garlic, oregano, and...

Lakewood, WA · 1d

The Stranger

Nobody Wants a McDonald’s in Chinatown

McDonald’s wants to put a new store in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District (CID). Almost nobody thinks that’s a good idea. They are decidedly not loving it. Last night, about 80 CID residents and supporters packed the meeting of the International Special Review District (ISRD), the neighborhood’s historic preservation board. Impassioned public comments, handmade protest signs in Chinese and English, and several people in Ronald McDonald-esque clown masks injected the typically sleepy meeting with life.

westseattleblog.com

UPDATE: Seattle Parks says new Hiawatha play area is partly open – but visitors say it’s not

12:28 PM: On this dry (so far) day, you have a chance to test part of the new Hiawatha play area! Here’s the announcement from Seattle Parks:. (Seattle Parks and Recreation photo) Seattle Parks and Recreation is happy to announce that the new play area at Hiawatha Playfield is...

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Capitol Hill's Egyptian Theatre Comes Back to Life With Midnight Movies

The Egyptian Theatre on Capitol Hill has flickered back to life. WFLM Seattle, the group now running the historic venue, says it has been given the go-ahead to begin a “soft opening,” with midnight movies returning to the space for the first time in roughly two years. According...

Seattle, WA · 18h

westseattleblog.com

WEST SEATTLE SCENE: Holiday craft fair at Bridge Park – with cake

We just stopped at the Bridge Park holiday makers’ mini-market (3204 SW Morgan) and discovered Pat with her mini-cakes! Other options for early shoppig, bath salts, jewelry, and yarn creations by Nancy:. All welcome to stop by until about 5:30 pm. Lots of holiday events this weekend – you...

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Timeless Dishes

8 Regional Hot Dog Styles and Stands, From Chicago to Seattle

From Chicago's garden of toppings to Seattle's cream cheese, eight regional hot dog styles and stands, each with its own bun, sauce and story. The post 8 Regional Hot Dog Styles and Stands, From Chicago to Seattle appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Chicago, IL · 1d

southsoundmag.com

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NBrothers Bakeshop is Showcasing Traditional Filipino Sweets in Lakewood

At NBrothers Bakeshop in Lakewood Towne Center, Filipino tradition is baked into every bite. Since opening more than a year ago, the counter-service shop has become a place where folks can find familiar treats from home, and newcomers can discover them, too. Owned and operated by pastry chef Mari Austria and her husband, Norman, the bakery is named for the Austrias’ four sons, all of whom have names beginning with the letter N.

Lakewood, WA · 2d

Axios Seattle

Skip cooking: 19 Seattle-area spots with Thanksgiving meals to go

Don't feel like cooking Thanksgiving dinner this year? Seattle restaurants are offering everything from turkey feasts to Indian dishes and Caribbean-inspired holiday meals to enjoy at home. Why it matters: Sometimes you'd rather socialize — or watch football — than spend Thanksgiving in the kitchen. What to expect: Many restaurants stop accepting preorders several days before Thanksgiving. Several options require some reheating or cooking at home. Prices are before taxes and fees. 13 Coins (Pioneer Square): $220 for four people or $400 for eight. Herb-roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy and a choice of pumpkin or apple pie. Order by Nov. 15 for pickup Nov. 25. Ada's Restaurant & Bar (Phinney Ridge): $65 per person. Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy and seasonal vegetables. Orders can accommodate individuals or larger groups, with pickup Nov. 25. BluWater Bistro (Leschi): $220 for a turkey dinner or $320 for prime rib, each serving six. Both packages include salad, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie and a bottle of pinot noir. Pickup is available Nov. 25 or Thanksgiving Day. Buca di Beppo (South Lake Union): $115 for two to three people or $195 for four to six.

Seattle, WA · 11h

seattlemedium.com

Pack The House Campaign Celebrates Success, Encourages Community To Circle Back And Keep Supporting Black-Owned Businesses

Have you discovered a new favorite restaurant during The Seattle Medium’s Pack the House campaign? Is there a restaurant you’ve been meaning to try but haven’t found the time to visit? Or have you been following the campaign from the sidelines, wondering if it’s too late to participate?

southsoundmag.com

Out & About: Dwight Yoakam, a Christmas Market, and a Holiday Concert

Country legend Dwight Yoakam is playing at Tacoma's Emerald Queen Casino at 8 p.m. on Nov. 14. Get ticket details here. The regionally popular Seattle Christmas Market is returning on Nov. 20 to Seattle Center — where it will remain through Dec. 26 — with handcrafted gifts from 80 artisans, holiday sips and treats, entertainment, and more. Here's what all you should know.

Tacoma, WA · 18h

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"Taste & Best" lists West Seattle Junction restaurant for $99,000 after four months

Just four and a half months after opening its doors on the south end of the West Seattle Junction, Taste & Best Indo-American Bar & Grill has been put up for sale at an asking price of $99,000. The 4,634-square-foot restaurant at 4752 California Ave. SW, located on the northeast...

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Two Seattle screenings of Portland-filmed feature ‘A Simple Machine’ already sold out

Filmed in Portland, A Simple Machine is a feature film about a young man struggling under debt who “makes a series of radically frugal lifestyle choices without telling his girlfriend that he’s going to fix up an old bike and go off the grid,” according to the film’s synopsis. The trailer looks great, with a grainy black-and-white style and intriguing dialog. “This is not just a ‘bike film,’” the promotional team said in an email to Seattle Bike Blog about the upcoming screening. “It’s a film where the bike is the philosophy.”

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Salty Blue Fish & Chips opening in Fremont

An Australian fish and chip spot called Salty Blue is making moves to open in Fremont at the former CrackleMi location at 709 N 35th St in January. Owner Xenos Nair is Fijian and has family spread between Fiji, Australia, and New Zealand. Fremont will be Nair’s second Salty Blue location—he also has a restaurant in Renton, which opened in 2021.

Seattle, WA · 15h

Seattle magazine

The Sisters Behind Seattle’s Phở Bac Are Bringing Dinner Parties to the Page

If you’ve ever wanted an invite to one of Seattle’s best home dinner parties, Yenvy and Quynh-Vy Pham are delivering the next best thing. Their parents opened what would become Phở Bạc in Seattle’s Little Saigon neighborhood in 1982, and the sisters are now the force behind the iconic Seattle restaurant and other family ventures,… The post The Sisters Behind Seattle’s Phở Bac Are Bringing Dinner Parties to the Page appeared first on Seattle magazine .

Seattle, WA · 22h

MyNorthwest.com

‘You do it casually, and you’re going to get savaged’: KIRO hosts weigh Ballard’s new local challenger to DoorDash

A new food delivery service started by Ballard restaurant owners aims to cut out the big apps. KIRO fill-in host Mike Lewis, who owns a Seattle restaurant, warned that delivery only works for restaurants that plan for it carefully. “You do it casually, and you’re going to get savaged,” Mike...