Pets are wonderfully free of all our human nonsense. They make us happier, healthier and better people.  

Ever feel like just having a drink … at home … in your underwear?  You’re not alone! The Finns call it kalsarikännit.

Back in September, we began our exploration of the top 20 classic cocktails.   These cocktails are a great starting place to experience the original inspiration behind the numerous variations that have followed. Having covered 15 of the world’s best-selling cocktails, we’ve now arrived at the final five classics in the top 20.

It’s almost 2018! Trend forecasters have placed their bets on the top food trends for the new year.  Whole Foods predicts floral flavors, like hibiscus, will be a hit in the year ahead. 

In our September and November posts, we began our exploration of the top 20 essential cocktails to try. Having covered the top 10, let’s move down the list and check out the next five classics.

You’re at a work function, a social event or on a hot date.  Either way, you need to be your most charming self.  The interesting conversationalist!  So, how do you start a conversation?  How do you keep it going?  Most importantly, how do you avoid crashing and burning into that dreaded moment of awkward silence?

What’s the deal with the fancy ice you see in higher end bars?  We mean the big crystal clear, perfectly chiseled cubes delicately lowered into old fashioned glasses.  Turns out, there’s a little bit of science and a little bit of art behind the answers.

Dim sum are small plates of tasty, bite-sized Chinese food like dumplings, buns and pastries.  When you've got the craving for dim sum, but not the time for the whole experience, Seattle's got just the place.

In our September post, we began our exploration of the top 20 essential cocktails to try. Having covered the top 5 last month, we're back to check out the next 5 must-try cocktails.