In this manic season when the weather can’t seem to make up its mind, we’re here to help you make up your mind about one important thing: How to explore Seattle’s thriving arts scene. If you ask us, it seems like the perfect month to hunker down indoors and book the calendar silly with inspired and inspiring onstage happenings.
Lost Lake Cafe offers diner fare 24 hours a day. Unlike most other diners, the food is good whether it’s 2:00 am after a night out or at 10:00 am in the morning. Whether you’re looking for a hot turkey sandwich drenched in gravy or an eggs benedict, you can be a part of a great cause on Tuesday, March 15th. As part of their Lost Lake Cares program, Lost Lake Café and Lounge will donate 10% of all menu sales on Tuesday, March 15th to Seattle University’s Dance Marathon’s efforts to raise money for Seattle Children’s Uncompensated Care Fund.
New Constitution Clothing (NCC) is a Bellevue-based company featuring unisex clothing designed to provide a longer, slimmer, tailored fit. It gives a sophisticated look, complementing your frame no matter your size. The logo is subtle, and the fit, look, and feel of the designs speak for themselves. NCC uses high-quality Peruvian cotton and you can feel the difference. We had the chance to sit down with owner, Brandon Harkless, to talk about his company.
The Seattle Kennel Club’s Dog Show is a don’t-miss event! This is going to be an action packed, two-day affair dedicated completely to dogs. There are around 1,800 dogs expected to be entered in the shows during the weekend. There are also going to be many attractions for the public such as demonstration events, educational booths, Meet the Breed introductions and agility/obedience competitions. Some of the featured demonstrations include Olympic Disc Dogs, Emerald City K-9 Freestyle Dancers, R2Agility, national celebrity pig Amy and much more!
Tea is quickly becoming a favorite beverage across America, with 158 million Americans are drinking tea daily. Even at Starbucks, handcrafted tea beverages sales are up 12% over the last year. With tea on the rise, Naoko Tsunoda, Teavana’s Master Teaologist spoke with us about Teavana’s new handpicked, micro-lot teas. Have you ever tried reserve roast coffee? These micro-lot teas are the equivalent for tea. The Southcenter and Bellevue Teavana locations will be the only stores to offer these 15 micro-lot or small-batch teas.
HBO Documentary Films and Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) present the Seattle premiere of EVERYTHING IS COPY on Tuesday, March 8th at the SIFF Cinema Uptown. Seattle had a special place in Nora’s heart, especially given the success of Sleepless in Seattle, one of the most beloved romantic comedies of all time. An audience Q&A with Nora’s son, Jacob Bernstein, will follow the March 8 screening. We are giving away free passes to the screening! Read below on how to enter.
Sweetgrass Food Co. has partnered with local producers and suppliers to serve local, sustainable and (mostly) organic foods. Everything is made from scratch, in house. The best part is that they serve something for everyone: from sustainable, hormone and antibiotic free meat and dairy, to vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-restriction options. Sweetgrass is located in Westlake and they’re planning to open a second location in Pioneer Square later this year.
With the boom of craft cocktail culture having moved beyond the simple Old Fashioned at the bar, the need for a portable cocktail tool kit has grown greater than ever. In comes Mavenhal, formerly Barkeeper & Co., who introduced the the Bartender Bag last year with enough success to launch the brand. The Bar Back is the perfect carrying case for your favorite bottles and bar tools. With six adjustable slots in a main pouch for shakers and bottles, you can safely transport your spirits and
Combatant Gentlemen, the vertically-integrated e-retailer is disrupting the menswear industry with 100% Italian wool suits starting at $160. Last month, they announced their partnership with Nordstrom for their newest Pop In@Nordstrom series, Heartbreakers II, led by the Seattle-based retailer’s VP of Creative Projects, Olivia Kim. The company will host an in-store event at the downtown Seattle Nordstrom on Friday and Saturday this week, March 4-5th. Additionally, the line will be available online at www.nordstrom.com/pop.
The folks at Entercom who brought you last year’s Bourbon & Bacon event and Tequila & Taco Fest have felt the love and are opening up both an afternoon and an evening session to accommodate the hankerings of all those who desire fine whiskey with succulent treats! Don’t worry if you don’t imbibe, get the Designated Driver ticket for a discounted price and still get to stuff your face and enjoy a selection of non-alcoholic beverages!
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