Unlike other companies that use created names for their brand, Eddie Bauer is a real person. He was the 1st to make quilted goose-down jackets in the country, and the appreciation for glossy-coated black labs isn’t just photogenic for catalogs; Bauer brought the 1st Labrador Retriever into Washington State in 1930. Born in […]
Author: Denise Sakaki
Cool Jazz and Summer Tastes Served at The Bravern’s Wild Summer Nights
So, the summer is being a bit of a diva this year, choosing its sunny days accordingly, but summer’s slow arrival isn’t preventing The Bravern from making the most of the season, celebrating with summer concerts, Wild Summer Nights. The concert series began on Thursday, June 24th. Concerts will continue […]
New Restaurant Opening at Lincoln Square This Fall: Din Tai Fung
There has been a flurry of talk amongst the foodie rumor mill since spring, but as more details are being released, the day is getting closer before Bellevue can say they are one of the fortunate cities to have a Din Tai Fung – the award-winning family of dumpling-style restaurants in […]
Exploring the World of Wine at Pete’s Wine Shop in Bellevue
The long rows of gleaming bottles that stretch out towards the back of Pete’s Wine Shop is impressive, with shelves decorated with bright tags listing wallet-friendly prices on quality wines. First-time visitors to the store are often taken aback by the wide selection of wine and beer in the unassuming […]
Bellevue’s Newest Restaurant LOT No. 3 Brings Speakeasy Style to the Cocktail Crowd
Comfortable high-backed leather chairs, an oversized chalkboard with a rotating list of potent potables, and steampunk-cool swiveling chairs set against the curved metal-topped bar greet the eye as one enters LOT No. 3 – the new kid to step into Downtown Bellevue’s arena of restaurant offerings. What makes this place […]
Eat Seasonal Foods at the Bellevue Farmers Market
With the ringing of a bell, the Bellevue Farmers Market opened at First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue to eager crowds with shopping bags and baskets in-hand. Open on Thursdays through October 14th from 3pm – 7pm, Downtown Bellevue’s farmers market is the place to get a look at what’s local […]
Meet the Piano Players at Bellevue’s Steakhouses
Downtown Bellevue is fortunate to have talented musicians tickling the ivories at 3 of the popular steak restaurants. Sophisticated jazz, show tunes, or a sing along-worthy rendition of a crowd favorite, it all pairs nicely with a rich meal. Of all the restaurants, in all the towns in the entire world, […]
Oh! Chocolate – Family History Wrapped in Chocolate
Chocolate is comfort – especially in a distressed economy, when people return to the simple childhood pleasures of a crisp malt ball or the sticky chew of a soft caramel center to somehow whisk the bad things away. Talking to owner Nola Wyse about her family’s chocolatier history, she knows […]
Modern Living at Elements Too Apartments
Bellevue’s skyline has changed dramatically over a short few years, with several buildings rising up like glass sculptures, reshaping the city view. A series of buildings in the Ashwood Neighborhood, at the commuter gateway into Downtown Bellevue, stand apart from typical living spaces. The 3 uniquely shaped structures that make up […]
Let’s Do Lunch – Delicious and Elegant Lunch Options in Bellevue
Everyone’s been there: taking a client to lunch, but wondering where to find a place that is both sensitive to a busy day’s schedule and an impressive location? Or what about that lunch date coming up? So many restaurants in Bellevue offer delicious occasion dining for dinner, and it’s easy […]
