From Fine-Dining to Finger Food: New Ballard restaurant is focused on family

It sits in what was once a saw mill - a building more than 90 years old. In the midst of one of the city's most vibrant restaurant scenes, yet close enough to Salmon Bay to smell the salt water through the windows.Sawyer means 'One who saws,' said Mitch Ma

Talking to some 'Crazy Rich Asians' atop the Space Needle

It's the movie everyone is talking about, and not just because the books were so great. Crazy Rich Asians hits theaters today (Aug. 15) , and is the first film with an all Asian cast to come out of Hollywood in 25 years, since The Joy Luck Club. Lead actor

Phantom of the Opera is back at the Paramount Theater (!)

It's a Broadway classic.The Phantom of the Opera is back at the Paramount Theater with a new production that's bigger and better than ever before.For the man playing the phantom, it's a ground breaking role.We sat down with Quentin Oliver Lee to talk about

An Exclusive Sneak Peak into the Kirkland Performance Center's NEW Season

The Kirkland Performance Center is a unique venue where you can catch some of the brightest stars on stage in an intimate one-of a kind setting.It's a great place to see a show, there's only four hundred seats in the auditorium in the venue and the back ro

Check out why people are RAVING about this innovative carpet cleaning company

They say that empowerment comes from within. But when it comes to Zerorez, empowerment comes from the water.Okay, it sounds weird. Let us explain: Zerorez is a carpet cleaning service that uses “powered water” to thoroughly clean your floors and eliminate

The sweet smell of [sports] nostalgia is strong at Throwbacks NW

The Double. Payton to Kemp. Beast Quake.If you're a Seattle sports fan, these are the moments that are burned into your brain. The ones that give you goosebumps. The ones that make the hair on the back of your neck stand up, even all these years later. So

MoPop's Pearl Jam exhibit is Ready to Rock!

The Pearl Jam, Home and Away exhibit at MoPop is a showcase of priceless memorabilia from the hometown rock heroes' rise to stardom and continuing influence on the music scene around the world. Jacob McMurray is a curator at MoPop and says this collection

Seth's Travel Deals of the Week: $400 roundtrip to Iceland! $233 hotel + flight to Vegas!

Maybe you've run out of vacation time for the year and you're looking at somewhere to go in 2019. Well, gear up for some European travel - because Iceland Air is offering incredibly cheap deals!This is for travel between January and March - during which ti

Rondeau's Reviews: 'BlacKkKlansman'

The latest film from visionary director Spike Lee is called BlacKkKlansman, and yep - it's controversial.There's no doubt Lee is one of our great directors, but that doesn't mean he always makes great films.Take for instance BlacKkKlansman, which begs the

Meet Seafair Hydro Driver, Brent Hall

Seafair weekend is in the review mirror, but one hydroplane driver is gearing up for bigger and better things!Brent Hall finished second and first in his qualifying heats, but engine trouble kept him out of the final. But, for this local driver - nothing c

STG's AileyCamp is About Much More Than Just Dance

They arrive by bus from different neighborhoods, different communities, different circumstances. But for six weeks each summer - they become one.Each day at the Seattle Theatre Group's AileyCamp begins the same way, with daily affirmations. A set of guidin

10-year-old Donut Boy's mission is to personally thank every cop in the U.S.

Not all heroes wear capes, but that's not the case when talking about 10-year-old Tyler Carach, who proudly wears a cape that states his inspiring mission: I DONUT need a reason to thank a cop. And he means it! He recently flew all the way from Florida to

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Christopher Robin'

This weekend marks the opening of the new, highly-anticipated film Christopher Robin, the live action version of the Classic Winnie the Pooh series.This time the title character is all grown up and reunited with his childhood friends. But is this a welcome

Head to Edmonds if you want to try some of the most incredible seafood in our region

The Pacific Northwest is a seafood mecca. A place where the sea's bounty has helped shape our culinary sensibilities. If you're looking for some of the freshest fish around, take a trip outside the city to downtown Edmonds. That's where' you'll find The Ma

The 5th Ave Theater is having a garage sale? Heck yes!

Where can you buy a wearable alligator head, retro-cool vintage threads and period correct medieval costumes? At the 5th Ave Theater’s Wardrobe Surplus Sale of course!The iconic Seattle theater is selling thousands of items Aug. 3-4, from 10 a.m. to 3 pm.“

Make-A-Wish is taking an Anacortes pre-teen to Paris for Fashion Week

Hanging out in Isabel Lopez's bedroom, it's easy to get a sense of what she's into. The twelve-year-old from Anacortes clearly has a thing for Paris and a passion for fashion. I think of other dresses that I have seen and I take multiple dresses that I hav

Great Ways to Pretty Up Your Patio with Goodwill

With the warm summer weather, we're all spending a lot time outside. And if you're looking to 'pretty up your patio'-- stop by Seattle Goodwill! You can find tons of great items to repurpose at Seattle Goodwill, including terracotta flower pots, vintage su

Inside The Willows Inn, One of the Best Restaurants in America

It juts out of the Salish Sea. Craggy, wild, untamed. Lummi Island is accessible only by ferry, a ferry the size of a tugboat. The year-round population on the island is less than 900. There aren't any stoplights. What you will find is a post office, a gro

Did you know the first cordless phone was invented in Seattle?

If vintage phones ring your bell, Seattle's Connections Museum is the place to be!Operating for 30 years in Georgetown, the  Connection Museum has phones for EVERYONE. Think funktastic donut phones, early phones, candlestick phones, a real English phone bo

'Tis the season to vacation...in Chelan!

Tis the season to vacation... especially staycation. The State of Washington is loaded with incredible spots to enjoy the summer. Whether you're climbing Mt. Rainier, fishing in the Puget Sound or hiking the Cascades there's always something special to exp

Birds of a feather flock...to the parrot sanctuary in Woodinville

 This special spot in Woodinville is for the birds... literally! Here, birds of a feather flock together, with Christy Padilla taking them all under her wing.  Two hundred and fifty birds now live at Zazu's House - a sanctuary started back in 2001. Among t

3 hot trends from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Every July, Christmas comes early for fashion-forward shoppers who love rocking the latest looks - and scoring some sweet deals at the same time. We asked Shannon Schafer, Senior Fashion Director for Nordstrom, what makes the annual Nordstrom Anniversary S

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again'

Hitting the theaters this weekend, the sequel to one of the top grossing movie musicals of all time hits theaters.Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again stars Oscar winners Meryl Street and Cher. But will all that star power be music to your ears?The movie achieves s

Burgermaster: The family biz serving up burgers, fries & more for 60+ years

People love pulling into the Burgermaster Drive-In, near the 520 Bridge in Bellevue.  They fill up on good eats and and get a taste of a time gone by.Burgermaster started in 1952 at the University location across the bridge from here, explains Alex Jensen.

New Ballard boutique focuses on fashion and paying it forward

In the heart of Ballard Avenue stands a store with a new twist. Scout & Molly's boutique is one stop shopping for women who are looking for the latest fashion trends from local and national designers. It's a space made for women.It's comfortable and relaxi

Visiting Cannon Beach: No car? No problem

I'm approaching my 20th year as a Seattle transplant, and something crossed my mind the other day. What if this was my last summer in the Pacific Northwest?Not in a morbid way - just in a 'what-am-I-waiting-for' way. The go-to excuse for my lack of regiona

Hey! Wanna hang out with Doug Baldwin this weekend?

Long before Doug Baldwin was hauling in highlight reel touchdowns or hoisting the Lombardi Trophy he could often be found at a community center near his childhood home in Florida.They didn't just let me be complacent and relaxed on my athletic achievements

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Skyscraper'

Skyscraper PG-13There's a chance that Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson might actually be a great actor, but if he keeps making stinkers like Skyscraper, we'll never find out. It's not that Skyscraper is unwatchable, it just feels like a watered-down version of so

Celebrated chef goes from Food Network to Four Wheels

Aarthi Sampath has a serious culinary pedigree. She was the chef de cuisine at a Michelin-starred restaurant in New York City. She dominated multiple Food Network cooking competitions, winning Chopped and besting legendary chef Bobby Flat in a biryani batt

Guardian Cellars: A Cop and a Reporter's Perfectly Blended Life

Business is booming at Guardian Cellars in Woodinville. Winemaker Jerry Riener sniffs and sips his way through the barrels, making sure every drop of wine is pure perfection.It's delicious, he says. It's like a summer cobbler where you've got all this swee

Seattle artist creates creepy dolls (some even with real teeth!)

SEATTLE (SR) - Most girls grow out of playing with dolls, but not Brenda.For the last few years, dolls have become this West Seattleite's creative and VERY creepy passion. She paints old dolls, transforming them into chilling works of art that she sells on

Photos: Viewers celebrate National All-American Pet Photo Day

Life After 'Jeopardy!' - What Ken Jennings is Up To Now

If you're visiting Ken Jennings at his home in Seattle, you'll probably find him typing away at a keyboard. It's a  world away from how America first met the affable game show whiz in 2004 as the seemingly unstoppable champion on the Jeopardy! game show. B

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Whitney'

When you think of the greatest singers of all time, Whitney Houston is at the top  of the list. It's been more than six years since the troubled superstar's shocking death, and now a new documentary is trying to answer questions about her self-destructive

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Boundaries'

In theaters this week, the new indie road-trip comedy Boundaries starring Oscar-winning Christopher Plummer and nominee Vera Farmiga.On paper, the film sounds like one of those overly schmaltzy, On Golden Pond-ish, dysunfunctional father-daughter bounding

Universal Standard is Making Shopping Fun Again

Finally, fashion freedom for women. Universal Standard is an inclusive clothing brand that carries chic, modern clothing available in sizes 6-32. The idea came when co-founder and fashionista Alex Waldman couldn't find anything in stores that expressed her

Interviews with Eddie Cibrian & Rachel Bilson in Vancouver, BC

One of the hottest shows on ABC/KOMO-TV is Take Two. It airs at 10 p.m. on KOMO-4, and centers on Sam (Rachel Bilson), an actress who is fresh out of rehab and determined to make her next role a hit. To do so, she begins shadowing private investigator Eddi

A BIG Barn Sale at Fox Hollow Family Farm

Fox Hollow Family Farm in Issaquah is always an amazing place to visit with feathered friends as well as four legged ones. But folks go 'hog wild' when this special place opens up their doors - their barn doors that is... for a big sale! We were there for

If you want good eats this weekend, head to Taste of Tacoma

One of the South Sound's top summer parties is about to kick off. The annual Taste of Tacoma gets underway tomorrow, Friday June 22, at Point Defiance Park. There will be food, beer, wine, music and more - including a showcase for some of the areas best re

Washington Waterfront Home Tour: A life of luxury on Whidbey Island

While Whidbey Island is only a short ferry ride from Seattle, the rural island feels like a world away from the big city.

Washington Waterfront Home Tour: Penrith can help you buy the house of your dreams

Has part of you always wanted to live on the water? Sail the seas? Swim in some of the purest water the Pacific has to offer? If you’ve found yourself dreaming of such a life, then we encourage you to take part in the fourth annual Washington Waterfront Ho

'Sorry To Bother You': An absurdist, dark comedy with magical realism & science

It's among the most talked about movies of the year. Sorry to Bother You has played to sold out crowds from South By Southwest to SIFF, where it was the festival's centerpiece gala. I made an absurdist dark comedy with aspects of magical realism and scienc

Interviewing SIFF honoree, Ethan Hawke

The Seattle International Film Festival just wrapped up, but not before honoring a Hollywood renaissance man whose career has spanned more than three decades.Ethan Hawke's breakout role came in 1989's Dead Poet Society opposite Robin Williams. Since then h

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Incredibles 2' & 'Won't You Be My Neighbor?'

Incredibles 2PG  Just when you thought Hollywood couldn't squeeze out another superhero sequel, The Incredibles are back in The Incredibles 2 and spoiler alert: it's terrific. Holly Hunter and Craig T. Nelson are back as the voices of Bob and Helen Parr, b

Washington's brightest young stars shine at the 5th Avenue Awards!

Washington's brightest young stars LIT up at the stage at the 16th Annual 5th Avenue Awards. It's the event of the year for honoring high school musical theater. The evening was full of singing, dancing and drama - infused with a dose of teen spirit!About

'Don't make him a saint': Mrs. Rogers' one request of new documentary on her husband

Generation after generation of American children learned valuable lessons about feelings and friendship, thanks to one of television's greatest teachers: Mister Rogers.Now the life and legacy of Fred Rogers is the focus of a new documentary, and we got a c

Casting Call: Have you tried everything when it comes to losing weight?

Have you tried EVERYTHING when it comes to losing weight?Are you tired of quick fix solutions that don’t pan out?Do you avoid social situations because you feel self-conscious about how you look?Most importantly - are you interested in weight loss for life

Why winners aren’t the only ones who benefit from Washington’s Lottery

It’s amazing to think how one small action can lead to a bigger impact. Like putting coins into someone’s expired parking meter or buying coffee for the next person in line.These small acts aren’t just satisfying to do. They create a fun way to imagine how

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Ocean's Eight'

It's a serious case of girl power at the movies this weekend as the female caper comedy Ocean's Eight hits theaters. Sandra Bullock and Cate Blanchett lead an all star cast in the surprisingly pedestrian Ocean's Eight. The crime caper is a spinoff of the p

Rondeau's Reviews: 'American Animals' & 'The Seagull'

It's almost summer which means blocker-busters at the box office, but there's some smaller gem's hitting the theaters that might be worth your time and money. American Animals R At the beginning of the new heist film American Animals the audience is remind

Local theater has a whole new way to experience 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame'

Bringing an iconic literary figure to life would be challenging for any actor - but Joshua Castille is embracing it. I really enjoy playing Quasimodo, because he is a character that is very sweet and his heart is so huge, he said. Castille is starring in T

Refined's Carpet Makeover

REFINED’S CARPET MAKEOVER! Do you or someone you love suffer from severe allergies? Do you dread allergy season every year because of asthma, skin rashes, runny noses and itchy eyes? Do you have a beloved family pet that just makes things worse? Are you co

Meet the local writer & producer behind new SIFF film, 'Leave No Trace'

We sat down with local (and we mean really local, she's a Ballard broad) producer, Anne Rosellini, to talk about her latest work with the film, Leave No Trace.The new drama is about a father who suffers from PTSD and his daughter who have lived off the gri

The World's Only Rubber Chicken Museum is in Seattle

If you live in Seattle, you already know Archie McPhee in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood is your one-stop-shop for gnome rubber duckies, safety monitor fezs, inflatable hammers, pocket-sized unicorn catchphrase generators, ready-made tin foil hats and

Seattleites: Skip the 6-mile run and just lay in this pod instead

It may look like something out of a sci-fi movie, but people are swearing by this space-age spa treatment. The Jade-lined Infrared Pod is a service at the luxury Penelope & The Beauty Bar in Seattle's Fairmont Olympic Hotel. It's the only one in the Northw

Rondeau's Reviews: 'How To Talk To Girls At Parties'

From falling in love with an alien, to getting lost at sea - there's something new for everyone at the movies this weekend.Sometimes great performances can make up for an uneven script, and that's the case in the sweetly daffy How To Talk To Girl at Partie

The crime of the century becomes the sleeper film of the summer

They say it's one of the most daring art heists in U.S. history. Four college students, searching for something missing in their lives make a dumb decision to try and steal some of the rarest books in the world from a local university.Director Bart Layton

It's all smiles at the Tulalip Boys and Girls Club

All is quiet at the Tulalip Boys and Girls Club. It's peaceful - calm. Everything is set perfectly in it's place. People are working, but few words are exchanged. They all know it's a temporary respite...the first bus is approaching, and the action is abou

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Solo' and 'That Summer'

Solo: A Star Wars Story PG-13There's good news and bad news for Star Wars fans. The good news? The franchise's latest spin-off is a heck of a lot of fun. The bad news? We're going to have to wait a year or more for the next one. Solo, of course, tells the

All Aboard! This local group is trying to revive Seattle's historic trollies

No matter how you choose to commute, by car, by bike, on foot or on public transit, getting around Seattle during rush hour can be a drag. But one local group is trying to add some fun to our busy streets by reviving Seattle's Waterfront Trolleys, and runn

Kaiseki: A Japanese food experience unlike any other

In Belltown, amidst the hustle and bustle, an unassuming door is the gateway to another world. The start of a culinary journey. Japanese food unlike you've ever experienced before. Welcome to Wa'z.I bring the Japanese culture, the Japanese culinary techniq

Actress and Activist Alfre Woodard Brings Her Star Power to Seattle

Actress and activist Alfre Woodard brought her star power to Seattle as the keynote speaker for the YWCA Inspire Luncheon.The YWCA event was just spirited and wonderful, she said.  It was highly festive and communal.The YWCA is committed to gathering commu

Village Theatre's Hairspray Proves 'You Can't Stop the Beat'

There's a party going on in downtown Issaquah and you're all invited! The Village Theatre is putting on an all-new production of the Tony Award-winning musical Hairspray.Hairspray is an amazing show. You can't help but smile through the whole show. It's on

Danny Bonaduce: From 'The Partridge Family' to a Peaceful Life in Seattle

It's morning drive time at Seattle's classic rock radio station. I'm Danny Bonaduce and you are listening to KZOK.Being on the radio seems to strike perfect note for the former child actor.I'll tell you what I love about all of this - is it's what I'm best

Get to know Powerhouse Seattle Couple Sue Bird & Megan Rapinoe

There's a reason Seattle sports fan love Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe. The women are fierce competitors who have reached the pinnacles of their respective sports through hard work and sacrifice with the Seattle Storm and Seattle Reign. Bird is arguably the b

We took a ride on a $3.3 million yacht (!)

When the sun is shining, there's no better way to experience the picturesque beauty of the Pacific Northwest than to be out on the water, surrounded by the ones you love.Some of the early days of boating were the most fun I ever had with my family, and the

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Deadpool 2' & 'Book Club'

Deadpool 2RIf you loved the first Deadpool, then you won't be dissapointed with the sequel. Deadpool 2 is more of the same thing...and that's mostly a good thing. Ryan Reynolds is back as the foul-mouthed marvel anti-hero and this time around he takes on a

General Porpoise Doughnuts are made inside the Amazon Spheres

It's warm and inviting. A bright, airy space in Pioneer Square. The kind of place that makes you want to sit down and stay a while. But, that's not why they come to General Porpoise. It's the smell that draws people here. The smell of coffee and fresh doug

Book Club Review: Here's what we thought of 'Bachelor Nation'

When we heard that there was a book dedicated to everything Bachelor, we knew it had to be our April Book Club Pick. And who better to talk about it than our own Bachelor Round Table?! This group dusted off their hot takes, read the books and dished the di

How to throw a Royal Wedding Watch party fit for a Princess

Royal watchers all over the world are counting down the minutes until Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tie the knot at Windsor Castle.  But you don't have to be royalty to party like a princess! The queen of cookies, Jenny Keller of Jenny Cookies,  invited u

Manhole artist Russell Muits wants you to look down...really!

Sometimes it seems Seattle is painted in shades of gray. With gray skies above us and  gray streets surrounding us, it's easy to miss the beauty below us. Art right beneath our feet. We caught up with artist Russell Muits in Seattle's Pioneer Square, just

We talked to Lifetime's princess who played Kate Middleton

Laura Mitchell admits, she's always been fascinated by the royal family. But, growing up in Vancouver, British Columbia there was one specific royal who caught her eye.When I was younger, I was very much obsessed with Prince William when he was a teen. He

Freaky Tots: These Kalua Pork Tater-Tots will have you sayin' Aloha!

All this week, Refined is on a quest to showcase some of the best french fries in Seattle. Each producer branched out to a new place in the city to search for the ultimate, most unique fry. We've already seen Brandon try Poutine O' the Sea, Malia taste sho

Let’s Go Places: Skim the legendary pond at Stevens Pass

It's the final weekend at Stevens Pass, and that means the annual Pond Skim! Folks dressed in crazy outfits bombed down the ski hill and hit a 75-foot pond. Some stayed dry, and others got soaked!

Rondeau's Reviews: 'Life of the Party' and 'Breaking In'

Life of the PartyPG-13Everyone's favorite bridesmaid  Melissa McCarthy is back on screen in Life of the Party. It's about a middle-aged mom who gets dumped by her husband and decides to go back to school - and ends up partying like a rockstar at the same c

Pete Nelson: Local Tree Whisperer (and International Star)

Just twenty-five miles east of Seattle, Pete Nelson,  star of the TV show Treehouse Masters has created special spots for people among the trees.This is one of those places where you realize the Pacific Northwest is heaven, said Nelson.He's has been intere

Freaky Fries: What's better than Pike Place Chowder? Pike Place Chowder FRIES

All this week, Refined is on a quest to showcase some of the best french fries in Seattle. Each producer branched out to a new place in the city to search for the ultimate, most unique fry. We've already seen Brandon try Poutine O' the Sea, Malia taste sho

Freaky Fries: Good Gravy, these short rib Poutine Fries are eggs-cellent!

All this week, Refined is on a quest to showcase some of the best french fries in Seattle. Each producer branched out to a new place in the city to search for the ultimate, most unique fry. We've already seen Brandon try Poutine O' the Sea, now it's Malia'

The hottest play in Seattle right now is written by an 'Avengers' & 'Black Panther' star

In Familiar, actors Harvy Banks and Aishe Keita are part of the fabric that forms a complicated and comedic family mosaic. The play has received a lot of buzz, in part because of who wrote it...red hot Black Panther and Avengers star Danai Gurira. I love D

This dark 'anti-musical' is absolutely to DIE for

Word is spreading about a quirky musical called: Ride The Cyclone  from  5th Avenue Theater and ACT.  On the surface the plot sounds disturbing: it's about six kids who take a rollercoaster ride, and then die.Yeah, like we said- disturbing.But as soon as t

Freaky Fries: Taste-testing Poutine O' The Sea from White Swan Public House

All this week, Refined is on a quest to showcase some of the best french fries in Seattle.  Each producer branched out to a new place in the city to search for the ultimate, most unique fry. Brandon was up first, and things got a little...fishy.My pick was

Too Hot to Handle: This Seattle group plays with fire

On a sunny Seattle day, you can find just about anything at Gas Works Park; tight-rope walking, juggling and even a boxing class. But there's one group that never fails to attract a crowd. They call themselves Spinurn - and it's addictive to watch them in

An apprenticeship at Maslow's by FareStart is the second chance many need

A professional kitchen is not a place for the faint of heart. It's hot and intense. A place where seconds make the difference between great food and garbage. But in this kitchen, at this restaurant, amidst the burners, saucepans and knives, they're serving

Like pop music? It's time to get to know Rozzi

There is passion in her voice, and strength and pain. A sound that shape shifts, drawing on influences from pop, to soul, to rock, to country. When Rozzi sings, audiences feel something.I know that she wrote from the heart. She sings from the heart, so she

Glassybaby Founder Lee Rhodes is Lighting Up Lives

A flame flickering in a glass votive. It may seem simple, but for Lee Rhodes - it was illuminating.It was an accident, Rhodes said. I dropped a tea light into a hand blown vessel on my kitchen island and it lit up. I had three young children and had just b

Capitol Hill's newest restaurant comes with a side of robot

There's a new hot spot on Capitol Hill that has people talking. Partly because of the food and partly because of the staff.  Junkichi Robata Izakaya serves up authentic Japanese food with open charcoal grills. (Trust us, the food is amazing - get the Ginda

You've heard of mind-readers, but how about...tongue readers?

At Hen Sen Herbs in Renton, jars of exotic ingredients from the far east fill the shelves.This is Myrrh and this is Dragon's Blood. No, this isn't an episode of 'Game of Thrones', this is just Juliana Chin Isogai's every day life. Isogai is a traditional C

Day 5 at Pixar Fest: Delicious Dining

Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort is action-packed.From morning to night, there's so much to see and do. The Pixar Play Parade, Paint the Night, Together Forever, and of course, the rides. It's enough to work up an appetite. That's where the culinary team at

Abracadabra! Everyone who works at this Pike Place Magic Shop is actually a magician

Deep in the seemingly endless basements of Pike Place Market, there is a store some say is… pure magic.The Market Magic Shop.Sheila Lyon and her husband Darryl Beckmann run the place.“The Magic Shop in the Pike Place Market has been here for 45 years! said

Day 4: The Three Amigos hit the Rides at Disneyland

Disneyland Resort - there are tons of attractions at every turn, not to mention RIDES. For the Refined team, that got our wheels spinning - and nothing could slow us down. I mean nothing.First stop Disney California Adventure Park.With Groot standing guard

Seattle's stinkiest dessert is a Durian Crepe Cake

At first glance, you may not be sure what to make of this. It looks a little like a contorted coconut, or maybe a funky fossilized dinosaur egg. You may be familiar with it...but durian is an internet sensation. The Southeast Asian fruit is best known? For

Day 3 at Pixar Fest: Together Forever

When the sun goes down, Disney California Adventure Park transforms.It becomes a dazzling technicolor dream world, illuminated by more than a million lights. This is Paint the Night - a parade unlike any you've ever seen before.Here, Disney and Pixar's fri

Seattle's own Brittany Nicole Cox is one of the few Antiquarian Horologists in the world

In this South Seattle studio, priceless pieces from the past are brought back to life. Brittany Nicole Cox is part-magician and part-mechanic. Although there is an official title for what she does: Antiquarian Horologist. There are only a few people in the

Pixar Play Parade at Disneyland Resort is Fun for the Whole Family!

It's one of the most iconic spots at Disneyland. Main Street. The gateway to everything the park has to offer, and the perfect setting for one of the most popular events at Pixar Fest, the Pixar Play Parade.Guests may remember it used to be over at Disney

Book Club Review: Here's what we thought of 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck'

We switched things up BIG TIME this month, on a couple different levels! First off - instead of holding our own book club, we asked another book club to read 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck' by Mark Manson, and then we crashed it!And then secondly - w

At Little Uncle in Capitol Hill, traditional Pad Thai is their specialty

Husband and wife team Wiley Frank and Poncharee PK Kounpungchart are the perfect pairing. Wiley, a chef with experience in some of Seattle's top restaurants and PK, the product of a food-loving family, who grew up watching her grandmother cook in her nativ