Bloomberg Green Festival is coming to Seattle from July 10-13. The festival is an assembly of influential climate and sustainability-focused figures coupled with four days worth of conversation, performances, screenings, art and more. The inaugural festival will also feature an expansice Restaurant & Bar Series that will be held at some of Seattle’s hottest restaurants and bars, selected for their commitment to sustainability. Each of the experiences is created specifically for and available on that night only in celebration of the Green Festival. This series celebrates not just notable C ..read more

Pioneering Plant-Forward Matcha Cafe Opens in Bustling South Lake Union this June with Plans for Capitol Hill in early 2025 and an Eye for Franchising Future Locations  Today, Matcha Magic, a first-of-its-kind plant-forward matcha cafe in Bellevue, announced expansion into two vibrant Seattle neighborhoods: South Lake Union (SLU) and Capitol Hill. Known for its delightful array of innovative matcha beverages and healthy smoothies, Matcha Magic is set to debut its new locations in late August and February 2025, respectively. Its succe ..read more

Get ready for the ultimate summer kickoff at Shio’s first-ever launch party on the Sugo and Shio patio! Sugo will be teaming up with Seashucked to bring you an all-you-can-eat oyster extravaganza, paired with the official debut of Sharon Lei’s exciting new boozy boba concept, Boba Drunk! Don’t miss out on this sensational night of fresh oysters, creative cocktails, and summer vibes. DJ Freddo will be spinning the hottest tunes throughout the event, bringing electrifying beats and infectious energy to keep the party going all night long! Come dressed in your summer’s finest! Date of event: Fri ..read more

Chewy, Crispy, Crunchy. Salty, Savory, Sweet. Have you tasted Dough Zone’s mouth-watering eats? Local Chinese restaurant chain, Dough Zone Dumpling House, is opening a new location at Harbor Steps, bringing their award-winning dumplings, noodles, and buns to the heart of downtown Seattle. Famed for their craveable flavors and textures, Dough Zone serves affordable comfort foods, elegantly plated. Their cozy dining rooms are accented with modern lighting, trademark steamer basket wall art, and plush seating, for a relaxing and convenient meal. The service is fast, but the flavors linger!  ..read more

Shake Shack is finally opening its doors in downtown Bellevue on June 18th at 10:30AM. The new location will replace the old Blue C location at 503 Bellevue Way NE. For the opening day, Shake Shack is planning to donate $1 for every sandwich sold on opening day to Harvest Against Hunger, a campaign that seeks to connect farmers, truckers, and volunteers to fight hunger and food waste. Shake Shack is a culinary gem known for its quality, innovation, and community spirit. From its origins as a humble hot dog cart to its global presence, Shake Shack consistently delivers delicious, responsi ..read more

FareStart, a social-enterprise nonprofit focused on job training and employment to disrupt poverty, has announced the reopening of its restaurant. The FareStart Restaurant will feature a new counter service concept for breakfast and lunch beginning in early July along with a series of Guest Chef Nights starting June 27, signaling a pivotal moment in the organization’s ongoing mission to provide on-the-job-training opportunities for people overcoming barriers to employment. The restaurant will operate on weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering classic comfort food menus. Diners wil ..read more

Yes, it’s true. Jollibee is finally coming to Seattle. The new Jollibee will be located at 3820 Rainier Ave. S, Seattle, Washington, 98118. Global restaurant brand, Jollibee, beloved for its crispy and juicy Chickenjoy fried chicken, mouth-watering chicken sandwiches, and wildly popular Peach Mango Pie dessert, will open its first location in Seattle, WA, on Friday, June 7, 2024. Primely located in the city’s South End area at 3820 Rainier Avenue South in the Rainier Valley Square shopping center, the new Jollibee promises to deliver a joyful dining experience to both ..read more

EDMONDS, WA — Ethan Stowell Restaurants is thrilled to announce the grand opening of a new location for The Victor Tavern at 550 Main St, Suite 100, Edmonds, WA 98020. Under the culinary leadership of Chef Taylor Johnson and the expert beverage direction of Erik Carlson, the new Victor Tavern promises to be a vibrant addition to the Edmonds community. The daily menu at The Victor Tavern Edmonds focuses on playful and casual tavern fare made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. Guests can enjoy tavern burgers and sandwiches, small shareable plates, large salads, and a variety of large plate dinne ..read more

Seattle’s beloved brunch festival, Bacon Eggs & Kegs, proudly announces its return to the iconic Lumen Field on June 1st and 2nd. The festival will take place primarily outdoors in The Muckleshoot Heritage Plaza with some programming indoors inside the Field Plaza. The event promises to once again captivate attendees with an unparalleled brunch experience complete with the legendary ‘30 Ft Bloody Mary Bar’, Boozy Root Beer Floats, Bacon Bingo and so much more. With an impressive culinary lineup and an exciting selection of boozy beverages, this festival is ready to delight brunch enthusia ..read more

Trinh and Thai Nguyen, the sibling chefs behind Bainbridge Island’s acclaimed modern Vietnamese restaurant Ba Sa, will officially open Ramie on Wednesday, May 22 at 3pm. Ramie, located at 1529 14th Avenue in Seattle’s vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, will serve Vietnamese cuisine reimagined with innovation and creativity providing guests with an ever-evolving celebration of Vietnamese heritage. The menu, inspired by the nhau culture of gathering to eat and drink for no particular reason, features an exciting variety of both savory and sweet dishes, perfect for sharing with friends and famil ..read more