Minding the Store
Check out Haute Goat recycled cashmere scarves -- they retail for less than $40!
By Alison Brownrigg | December 1, 2008
The Overnight Desk
In meeting an often-voiced wish for a cocktail menu, Cafe Flora has made booze almost healthy. Beginning in December, Flora will serve up cocktails that are made with top-shelf liquor, infused with locally grown produce, and mixed into tonics that are almost too wonderful to pour down your gullet. Hey, nothing goes better with healthy vegetarian meals than healthy vegetarian booze.
By Geoff Carter | November 26, 2008
Table & Contents
This morning I had the pleasure of speaking with chef Thierry Rautureau at Rover's about caviar. He has declared December "Caviar Month" at his Madison Park restaurant and I wanted to find out why.
By Cody Ellerd | November 25, 2008
Holiday 2008
There's no better time than right now to teach your kids the value of saving their pennies for a rainy day. Saving up for something -- a toy, a trip or a donation to a charitable cause -- and then ceremoniously "breaking the bank" to access the money is one of the best lessons we can teach our budding capitalists. Here are a few of our favorite piggy banks, available locally.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 26, 2008
Little Kids, Big City
As if you needed yet another excuse to shop Two Owls’ great selection of fair-trade and organic gear. From Dec. 2 through 7, this bitty Madrona boutique offers a super-fun sale: 10 percent off any product or box featuring the color red. Even red lettering on a box or a red tassel on a puppet qualifies for the discount.
By Lora Shinn | November 14, 2008
Daily Find
Each season, Hitchcock in Madrona dramatically changes its look. The enigmatic little accessories shop will unveil its latest transformation at a celebration of autumn and new arrivals on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. Along with champagne and noshes, attendees will receive a cosmetic gift with each purchase.
By Kathy Schultz | November 14, 2008
Minding the Store
Local designer Victoria Simons is having a trunk show at Juniper in Madrona on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 4 to 8 p.m.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 7, 2008
Table & Contents
Does your child like her carrots herb roasted or citrus glazed? As parents breed children with wholesome tastes and sophisticated palates, a new social network teams with local restaurants to plan monthly "family friendly" nights for foodies of all ages.
By Cody Ellerd | November 2, 2008
Minding the Store
If you've been looking for a new clutch or bucket bag and want to support a talented local designer, check out Sabrina Love handbags at Canopy Blue this Friday, Oct. 17, from 4 to 7 p.m. You'll get 20 percent off current stock and pre-orders.
By Alison Brownrigg | October 14, 2008
Table & Contents
Mornings at Crémant will feature eggs from all over the farm, while Halloween brings a menu for bloodthirsty vampires.
By Cody Ellerd | October 9, 2008
