Ivar's Salmon House

Ivar's Salmon House In Seattle

by Karen Watson

Ivar's may seem like the place your grandparents go for a fancy night out but it's also a Seattle landmark like the Space Needle or the Fremont Troll. If you haven't had their fish and chips or famous clam chowdah, you need to get in here. The Salmon House is by far the coolest of the three locations, built to look like a Native American longhouse and filled with Native art and an open pit barbeque for grilling salmon. When the weather cooperates you can sit on the deck overlooking Lake Union an ... ... Continue

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Sigiri

Sigiri In The East Village

by Holly Alderman

Tucked amidst the flashing lights and persuasive calls to dine at one of East 6th Street's many Indian restaurants is Sigiri. It is not adorned with Christmas lights and no one pulls you off the street boasting a deal, but Sigiri provides an unparalleled dining experience that is not to be missed. Like its neighbors in the East Village, Sigiri serves South Asian cuisine, but rather than hailing from India, Sigiri's food is from the island nation of Sri Lanka. In a mecca of international eats, it ... ... Continue

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Aster Coffee Lounge

Seattle's Aster Coffee Lounge

by Karen Watson

Yes, Aster has damn good coffee but what you really need to know about are the waffles. Plate sized with a three inch fluff index, these Belgian babes are crispy deliciousness perfection. Crannies big enough to swallow a lap dog hold so much syrup and toppings you'll want to go for a swim in them. Sugar cravings are satisfied by chocolate and banana combos while fans of the savory can go whole hog with ham and a mountain of shredded aged cheddar. On weekends Aster promotes a brunch special -- te ... ... Continue

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Whiskey Island

Cleveland's Whiskey Island

by oliver ray

Whiskey Island, also called Wendy Park, is one of those very tucked away parks that unless you've heard of it or go exploring and chance upon it, you will never find. Located on the Western side of where the Cuyahoga River meets Lake Erie, Whiskey Island is a great park to go to go for a walk, a run, sunbathe, swim, play volleyball, take pictures, you name it. The park is also surrounded by active and inactive remnants of our past as well, like bridges, silos, passing by freight boats and an aba ... ... Continue

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