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May 19 2013
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Life

The Weekend: 5 Things

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The weekend isn’t over yet, but Sundays are usually saved for rest and relaxation anyways. I’m okay with that because this weekend was packed with catch-ups and good food – lots of it. Now it’s time to prepare myself for Memorial Day Weekend and even though I think I have an idea of what I want to do… it might be a little last minute! Don’t those make the best adventures though?

1. This past weekend, I returned back to Seattle University for the annual Quadstock music festival. It was the same festival that I had planned the year before so it is still very near and dear to my heart, but I knew that it would probably be my last. Similar to how I said goodbye to the Search retreat last weekend, I knew I would be saying goodbye to Quadstock as well. The chairs did such a wonderful job and I’m glad I was able to see the final result of it.

2. Bake’s Place in Bellevue for brunch

Yesterday morning, a former office mate and I caught up over brunch at Bake’s Place in Bellevue. I wish I would’ve taken a picture of what I ordered – the crab and avocado omelette – because it was incredible. Also it doesn’t hurt that the whole time you’re eating there, you are being serenaded by extremely soothing jazz music.

3. Fruit Punch Gatorade

Yep.

4. Another trip to Lost Lake Cafe

Yes, I did have brunch food twice in one weekend.

5. Cocktails at Manhattan

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May 18 2013
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Design, Style

A Place To Shop, Eat, and Drink: Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters is upping their retail game in Williamsburg! With the upcoming store opening, there are a few surprises the company is about to hit us with and that is that it will double as a restaurant and bar. WHAT?! Is this unheard of? I think so. Then again, is there anyone that hasn’t felt hungry or thirsty while shopping? Of course they do and that’s why malls exist so that we can get that fix. However, that often means leaving the store itself and Urban Outfitters doesn’t want that. Smart.

Hipster food – get at me.

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May 17 2013
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A Collection Part 36

Without even noticing, every “A Collection” post has some sort of a theme. I always enjoy going back and looking at the different sets asking myself what the common theme was. What was I feeling that day? Why did I select this photo, that photo, and this series of photos? I started writing this about a fourth into completing this post and I noticed that all of the photographs are pretty simplistic, but also muted. There are times when I won’t remember why there is a theme, but I think this completely embodies how I’m feeling right now. Somewhat muted, but it’s a refreshing time right now because there is so much that is unknown. Also – Seattle has the hottest weather in all of the country right now, which is incredible and NEVER happens. Funny, because you would think that these photos would be much brighter to resemble that, but they are not. Surprise!

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May 08 2013
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Culture

Capitol Hill’s Lost Lake

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Today’s the day! Capitol Hill’s newest 24-hour cafe is opening up their doors and locals cannot wait to get a piece of it. We all know that I am a lover of all things opening on the first day and I will just happen to be in the area later this evening, but with the anticipation that has been building around this cafe, I’d say it’s a slim chance that we would be seated pretty quickly. Then again, because it is open 24 hours, maybe that will spread out the crowds. (but who are we kidding)

Lost Lake Cafe opens this morning at 8AM on 10th Ave between Pike and Pine -the prime spot for locals and the weekend crowd.

On the menu, expect $8 burgers, $15 steaks and drunk food like baskets of mac and cheese wedges and onion rings. It’s also always breakfast. Yes, you can eat pancakes and drink a rum and Coke. You are an adult. Kids, by the way, are also totally welcome.

Also, for you early birds and graveyard shifters, Lost Lake will soon be home to the Hill’s only 6a happy hour. $3.50 wells, $2 beers. Good morning.

With drinks and food all the time whenever you want it and a restaurant tied to Capitol Hill entrepreneur Dave Meinert, there is really no way this can fail.

By the way, can we discuss this enormous menu?

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May 08 2013
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Design

My Whiskey

Men and their alcohol. It’s a love that many women don’t understand, but at the same time – we do. And that’s okay, because we’ll let them have their thing and that will just be it. Cool Material introduced me to something very intriguing today called “My Whiskey.” Basically it allows a Whiskey lover to create their very own customized whiskey from the  ”grain bill, the yeast, the barrel, the age, the proof, and the name of your very own whiskey.” It will be 80 proof and will equate to about 160 bottles ($38 a bottle) so you better make it a good one! Basically, you will be set for life. So to whom do you owe all of this goodness to? None other than the Mississippi River Distilling Company.

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May 05 2013
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Culture

In Quick Seattle News…

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- Din Tai Fung will be opening a Seattle location at University Village this coming fall. The restaurant’s Bellevue location is already a huge hit, but will probably spread their customers out a little bit more with a Seattle spot as well. The new space which is currently being constructed near Blue C Sushi will be larger than the Bellevue Square location but will house a very similar menu. [Source]

- The original Red Robin space  on Eastlake will soon be occupied by a Pecos Pit! The chain specializes in barbecue brisket and pulled pork. Construction  on the new location will begin this fall. [Source]

- Boom Noodle has eliminated the “Noodle” from its name and now would like to just be called “Boom.” In addition to the name change, they’ve also added a late night dining special from Thurs-Sat  10PM-midnight. The menu will include tapas with prices ranging from $7-$14 and well drinks starting at $3.50 with $1 off draft beer, wine, and sakes. I love it when restaurants transition themselves to become a bar spot too. [Source]

- In just two weeks, Capitol Cider will open its doors to the public and no one is more excited than me. Hi, ciders are basically my drink of choice and now there is an entire bar dedicated to it. The menu will also include local brews, but let’s be real. I’m there for the cider and nothing else except maybe the brunch that will soon come and for the environment that will resemble an English-style pub. For more details, click here.

 

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Apr 27 2013
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Design

Coke Falling

Can we talk about this sweet Coca Cola ad about young love and a shared interested over pop? Oh youth…

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Apr 25 2013
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Life

Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails

photo cred | Thrillist

Not New York or Los Angeles, but Seattle’s first rooftop bar Frolik at the Red Lion Hotel. Did we ever think this was going to happen?! Not I. But it did, and I kind of would like to check it out for myself. Set in the heart of downtown, Frolik offers cocktails perfect for the summer season, views of the skyscrapers, comfy outdoor seating and a ping pong table. The place is swanky. Check out more photos at Thrillist here.

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Apr 23 2013
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A Collection Part 35

It used to take me over six months to go back to a blog that I haven’t visited in a while. With my new routine and schedule and the absence of homework, I am able to get through my blogs a lot quicker which frees up more time for me to be creative and to spend more time on posts that mean a lot to me instead of just posting and being done with it. Most of the photographs in this A Collection post came from one blog and go figure it’s called Thriving Twenties so of course we can relate hence why we love it.

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Apr 11 2013
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Culture, People

Seattle Mariners’ Fans

This video doesn’t even need an explanation other than this man right here makes me a little bit proud to be from Seattle. Our fans be cray.

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Apr 07 2013
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Culture, Life, People

Thought Catalog Roundup

Sometimes we need to see things from another perspective…

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Apr 03 2013
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Culture

12 Journalists We’d Love To Grab A Beer With

Personally, Suchin Pak would be number one gal because she’s always been my idol, but okay – Brian Williams – you would be a close second. We could talk about your daughter being the older 20-something version of myself.

Thanks BuzzFeed for the post!

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Apr 02 2013
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Design

Wooden Starbucks Card

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Yow Yow! is full of Seattle love today! I think we’re going on five posts with this one. Last month, Starbucks revealed a very special Starbucks card made with wood! If that doesn’t scream Seattle, then I don’t know what will. The special edition card is available in stores for a limited time and will follow the same rules as the standard Starbucks cards – which means you can register and reload it over and over again to continue earning all of those great rewards.

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Mar 28 2013
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Culture

How Riding Your Bike Could Earn You Rewards

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Cafes in Brazil are offering up some pretty great rewards for those who choose to ride their bikes to them instead of driving. If you show up on you bike, you could earn yourself a free meal or a free beer. Hi, sounds GREAT to me. When can this be implemented in the states? Also, then I can re-teach myself how to ride a bike again. This is a fantastic way for the city to become more conscious and to promote a mode of transportation that benefits everyone. Read more on how Brazil is implementing this idea here.

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Mar 20 2013
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Blog Roll: Thrillist

It’s hard enough as it is to get through my blogs every day, but your girl is up for the challenge.

I’m happy to announce that a new source for Yow Yow will be Thrillist! For those of you who have never heard of it before, Thrillist covers the daily news in food, drinks, and lifestyle for your local area. I read about Seattle news all day everyday, but granted – there’s always going to be things that slip through the cracks. This will make me do that less! Check out Thrillist in your area.

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