Author: Kara

Gift Guide 2023

Best Holiday Gifts in Downtown Bellevue 2023

As the holiday season creeps upon us, it’s the perfect moment to embark on the journey of gift-giving. To enhance your shopping experience, we’ve crafted a carefully curated gift guide. Within this article, you’ll discover a selection of items sourced from three beloved establishments in Downtown Bellevue. Our gift guide […]

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InterContinental Bellevue Elevates Luxury with Michelin-Star Chefs and Premier Amenities – Book Your Stay from Jan. 30th

Located on the corner of Northeast 8th Street and Bellevue Way, InterContinental Bellevue at The Avenue is booking stays January 30, 2024 and on. Reservations are starting from $449 up to $7,200 per night.  The 208-room property is complete with Michelin-star dining and an elevated Clefs d’Or concierge program. Amenities […]

Anne Frank

Bellevue City Hall Hosts Anne Frank Exhibit Nov. 9-22

Bellevue City Hall is set to host a traveling exhibition, “Anne Frank – A History for Today,” from November 9th to November 22nd on the first-floor concourse. This self-guided exhibit, which is free to the public, sheds light on the history of the Holocaust and World War II through the […]

Snowflake Lane Bellevue

Bellevue’s Magic Season Kicks Off Holiday Activities November 17th

Bellevue Magic Season launches on Saturday, November 17th. Each year, the Downtown Bellevue area transforms into a holiday destination with The Bellevue Collection’s Snowflake Lane, Garden d’Lights at Bellevue Botanical Garden, and the Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink presented by Symetra. Garden d’Lights Enjoy the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical […]

Brick Townhomes

Approval Granted for 8 Single-Family Townhomes on 112th Ave NE

“Ashwood Lane,” a new Bellevue development, recently received approval for the permitting of eight single-family townhomes. The address for the project is 1256 112th Avenue Northeast. The proposal is for the subdivision of an existing 19,388-square-foot parcel into eight single-family lots between 1,461 feet and 3,581 square feet in size. The […]

East Link Light Rail Testing 2023

Light Rail in Bellevue Begins Next Phase of Testing

The next phase of light rail testing has begun with operators. As of Wednesday, November 1, Sound Transit is preparing its Eastside “Starter Line” for service. There are no passengers riding the light rail at this time. According to the City of Bellevue, trains are running more often between the […]

Dote Coffee Bar in Bellevue's Spring District

Dote Coffee Bar Opens in Bellevue’s Spring District

Dote Coffee Bar is now open in the Spring District. It is the latest addition to the transit-oriented development and neighborhood. The address is 12125 Northeast Spring Boulevard. The shop carries small-batch coffees from around the world, as well as locally roasted. Complementing the coffee are handcrafted desserts like chocolates, […]

Yezi Coconut Dessert

Coconut Dessert Shop Now Open in Bellevue

A new dessert destination has opened in Bellevue. Dedicated to all things coconut, Yezi features only unique coconut jelly treats. It is located at the Bellevue Pacific Center building, in the space that was previously Trio Cafe. It is next to HaiDiLao Hotpot and the parking garage. The menu includes […]

Rainbow Colors

City of Bellevue Looking for Artist to Design Art for LGBTQ+ Pride Intersection

The City of Bellevue is asking for artists across King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish counties to participate in a unique creative project. The mission is to design an inspiring pavement treatment that celebrates LGBTQ+ pride at a prominent downtown intersection. The call for entries is now open, and the application […]