After a recent phone interview with Andy Kindler, my cheeks hurt. Having conducted dozens of interviews, I know these things can easily go either way. Thankfully, this chat was an especially pleasant (and funny) one.
Reigning “Male Vocalist of the Year” and five-time CMA nominee—including a nod for the most prestigious award, “Entertainer of the Year”—Blake Shelton will perform in Seattle this week.
The newly opened Blue Martini Lounge is a chic and stylish establishment offering more than 40 speciality martinis — this hot spot has a cocktail to satisfy all taste preferences and libation lovers.
Over the course of the last 10 years, celiac disease (allergy to wheat) and all its variants have become extremely pervasive in our society. One of the pioneers of that trend, Kaili McIntyre, is celebrating a decade in business with her popular gluten-free bakery, Wheatless in Seattle.
First Avenue in Belltown is ripe with options for a post work cocktail or snack, but only one does it best with a pie propped atop a formidable stand. Having lived in the vicinity of Belltown Pizza for a few years, I’m keenly aware when it comes to the art of dough, cheese, and toppings, no one does it better among the high rise condos. 
Sitting at the bottom of Capitol Hill is Saley, a charming and funky crepe restaurant with both sweet and savory treats, and a selection of baguette sandwiches. I instantly felt welcome when I walked into the café as I was greeted by a smiling woman making crepes.
John Howie is a man of large stature. His lofty presence in the boxy, bleached chef coat exudes power, both to the food Lament and the culinary enlightened. With three restaurants pulling in stats as major players, he has two future ventures on deck and is ready to compete with the best of them. As an authority figure in Northwest restauranteering, John Howie is the real deal and could probably beat you up if you disagree.
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