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Lauren Kartic is a twenty-something who was born and raised in the Seattle area. She graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Journalism and currently works as a Corporate Communications Manager. Lauren spends the majority of her time exploring Seattle, trying as many new restaurants as she can and consuming as many books, blogs and magazines as possible. She also loves wine, traveling, sunny Seattle days, reality TV and the written word. If you have a Seattle charity or cultural event, restaurant, boutique, spa, or salon you would like covered on Miss A, please contact Lauren at lauren.kartic@gmail.com.

Kickin’ Boot Whiskey Kitchen Opens In Seattle

The Kickin' Boot bar area has whiskey and bourbons stacked to the ceiling.

Lovers of whiskey and barbecue, rejoice. Nathan Opper and Zak Melang, the two who brought us The Matador, opened the newest watering hole in Ballard: Kickin’ Boot Whiskey Kitchen.

The Kickin’ Boot bar area has whiskey and bourbons stacked to the ceiling. (Photo Credit: Lauren Kartic)

Open daily, the full-service restaurant and bar [...]

Vinolution Wine Event To Benefit The Market Foundation In Seattle

Last year's Vinolution event (photo credit: Vinolution.org)

It’s not hard to convince me on the reasons why I would want to attend a local wine event, and in particular the second annual Vinolution promises to be fun, interesting and unexpected. When the event description stated that it would appeal to those who think “a big glass of red wine goes great [...]

Chef Holly Smith Offers Table 2 For 2 Series At Cafe Juanita

Chef Holly Smith at Cafe Juanita (Photo Credit: cafejuanita.com)

A unique, chef-prepared menu created exclusively for you is a splurge-worthy treat. Especially when it’s from Iron Chef and James Beard Foundation winner for Best Chef Northwest, Holly Smith. And that exclusive meal is exactly what Chef Smith of Cafe Juanita will be offering with the restaurants’ “Table 2 for 2” series starting Sunday, [...]

Newly Updated 35th Street Bistro Kitchen + Bar In Fremont

Updated bar at 35th Street Kitchen + Bar

Updated bar at 35th Street Kitchen + Bar

You’ll find an updated food menu, refreshed drink options and a new feel at the recently renovated 35th Street Bistro Kitchen + Bar in Fremont. The expanded bar now allows for 25 guests and the private dining room has been converted to a stylish lounge. [...]

Gauguin And Polynesia: An Elusive Paradise At Seattle Art Museum

Reclining Tahitian Women (The Amusement of the Evil Spirit) by Paul Gauguin. (Photo Credit: Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum, by Ole Haupt)

Seattle’s long, cold winter months tend to make me long for an exotic getaway. And since that isn’t in the plans this year, my form of escapism will be a trip to the Paul Gauguin exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum. The brilliant hues and tropical landscapes of his Polynesian-inspired paintings are sure to [...]

The Land Of Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker At The Triple Door In Seattle

(Photo credit: The Land of Sweets)

No holiday season seems complete without watching the classic ballet, The Nutcracker and Clara’s travels through the Land of Sweets. Hers was filled with Russian Candy Canes, Spanish Hot Chocolate and Danish Marzipan Shepherdesses. But the sweets in The Burlesque Nutcracker are meant to delight a more mature crowd.

Photo Credit: The Land [...]

Recap: 20something – The New Vintage In Seattle

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The 20something – the new vintage event was last Saturday evening. The event brings together Washington winemakers, restaurants and a lively crowd who is passionate about these industries. The evening included tasting wine, sampling local bites and listening to live DJ Darek Mazzone.

Winemaker pouring at 20something (Photo Credit: 20something)

And one of [...]

Holiday Recipes From Washington State’s Maryhill Winery

Maryhill Winery (photo credit: Maryhill Winery)

Have you started planning your Thanksgiving recipes yet? Because if you haven’t looked at the calendar lately, the fourth Thursday of November is next week. Every year it sneaks up quickly and once Turkey Day has passed, the holidays keep rolling on by. So, heed this advice, and start planning your holiday menus now [...]

20something: The New Vintage Wine And Food Event Returns To Seattle

Attendees at last year's 20something event (photo credit: Washington State Wine Commission)

There’s no better way to learn about a bottle of wine than from the source. And with 75 winemakers at this year’s annual 20something – the new vintage event you can be sure you’ll learn about (and taste) a lot of wine.

The Washington Wine Commission’s annual event features wine and food samples all [...]

Couture Du Jour: Hotel Bellevue Fashion Show Benefitting Overlake Hospital

Photo from last year's show (Photo credit: The Bellevue Club)

Photo from last year's show (Photo Credit: The Bellevue Club)

On Friday, October 14th, local designers and retailers will come together to show the latest in everything from lingerie to swimwear to evening wear at Hotel Bellevue’s annual fashion show, Couture Du Jour. The night will include a pre-show party with music and [...]

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