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about what a friend or loved one might actually want, like a one-of-a-kind custom leather

or a fresh local feast. And even better, a thoughtful

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for one single

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give short shrift to others. Because thoughtful, local, meaningful for the entire extended

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Visit our Pinterest gift guide to find gifts they’ll cherish. And here’s a gift from us to you: One hour free parking from 10am – 2pm at the Public Market Garage at 1531 Western Ave. Details at PikePlaceMarket.org.

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A damn fine gift for people who live more like sailors than saints. See our collection of limited-edition gifts at:

SAVE YOURSELF!

Holiday Survival Tips for Black Friday & Beyond by Charyn Pfeuffer

As the holiday season verges on full-tilt frenzy, we’re here to help you

unique findings at every turn

make smart shopping decisions. In fact, we’ve compiled five holiday guides with more than 130 local gifts to help you start crossing names off your list. From your dog walker to your daughter’s teacher, we’ve got you covered with dozens of items either made in the Pacific Northwest or sold at independent small businesses, because your holiday budget helps our local stores survive.

Save money … Man around town (well, the Pacific Northwest, really), Scott McMurren helps locals and visitors alike explore the Emerald City on the cheap. In his discount travel book, The Seattle TourSaver (www.seattletoursaver.com), cost-conscious folks can save big on more than 100 offers, including whale-watching tours, flightseeing trips and a cruise to Victoria. It’s a great way to get out and explore Seattle and beyond (deals extend to Victoria and the San Juan Islands, too), but also a great way to save some cash when entertaining out-oftown family.

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From low-cost films to free food and every service in between, David Volk, author of The Cheap Bastard’s Guide to Seattle: Secrets of Living the Good Life — For Less! (GPP Travel, 2010) shows readers where to find the best bargains in Seattle. It’s like having a frugal best friend who knows all the best budget places to show you. Save time in the kitchen … Like many Seattleites, I love to cook, but want to spend less time in the kitchen during the holidays and more time savoring the company of friends and loved ones. Chef and father Greg Johnson cooks real food for his kids and shares six tips on how easy it can be to whip up fast, fresh and tasty dishes during the holidays that will make the whole family happy (www.chefandfather.com). 1. Braising meats may take a long time, but is relatively maintenance-free time, so it frees up time and space to do other things. 2. Freezing homemade sauces and other dishes in family-size portions is a great way to whip up dinner in minutes. 3. Slice meats into discs, and then pound thin to reduce cooking time to seconds on the stovetop, as opposed to roasting for minutes in the oven. 4. Make your own frozen pizzas. Just cook a few extra on “Pizza Night,” but only cook them halfway. Freeze in a large sealable bag, and you are ready to pop them in the oven whenever you want. 5. Every dish you make, ask yourself, “How can I use the leftovers as another dish, lunch or snack?” 6. Do what restaurant chefs do: Measure out and prep ingredients the night before to make quick breakfasts and school lunches the next morning.

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MORE GIFTS FOR MOVIE FANS Books * Collectibles * Calendars & more

Scarecrow Video gift certificates available in any amount

Save your sanity … Need a break from it all? Like, right now? Download Seattle Weekly’s free “Happy Hours” mobile app, which will point you toward the cheapest hooch available at any hour of the day. We know that money can get tight during the holiday season, but with all the great happy hours around town — many of them occurring twice daily — you have every reason to put down the shopping bags for a few minutes and toss back a few. Search “Happy Hours” in your app store and let the fun begin.

Joss Whedon: Complete Companion $18.95

How do you “save” during the holidays? Shoot me a tweet at @charynpfeuffer with the hashtag #SeattleWeekly and I’ll re-tweet the best tips.

Daenerys Targaryen POP! figure $10.95

The Big Lebowski 2013 Wall Calendar $13.99

Coffee & more at Scarecrow Video Open Monday through Friday 7am-6pm Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm

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Speaking of survival, we’re also here to help out with some seasonal survival skills — like saving. Fact: The holidays can be tricky to navigate, and sometimes, even in a time notorious for excess, less can be more. Here are a few scenarios where you can be a bit more resourceful this holiday season.

Capitol Hill

‘Tis the season to find things that make you feel good.

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and Collectibles

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BLUE SKIES IN DECEMBER. A HARDWARE STORE ON CAPITOL HILL. (206) 322-1717 • 1417 12TH AVENUE WWW.PACSUPPLY.COM

clothing • gifts • jewelery 905 E Pike St • Seattle • 206-324-4092 www.indeedretailtherapy.com

Holiday Flavors: Pumpkin Gingersnap Eggnog Spiced Apple Pie

Capitol Hill • 316 E. Pike St.

Lifelong Thrift Store Clothing · Household · Books · Unique finds SHOP • DONATE • VOLUNTEER 1017 E Union Street At 11th Avenue Proceeds support those living with HIV/AIDS & other chronic conditions.

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GIFT CERTIFICATES available for the holidays!

1401 E Madison St.

Since 1982

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BLACK FRIDAY Response Fly Rod To catch the biggest and best fish, you need the right tools. Bainbridge Island’s Sage Manufacturing has been producing highquality fly rods for over 30 years. This year, Sage introduced a new fly rod called the Response that has fast action and notably smooth casting. Available from 3-12 weights, everyone from aspiring beginners to angler know-it-alls will appreciate a Response fly rod under the tree this holiday season. Other models are available for onsite purchase. Patrick’s Fly Shop 2237 Eastlake Ave. E, 206-325-8988 patricksflyshop.com $395 (special order only; next day delivery)

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Glass Water Bottle H20 is essential to your health and happiness, but we all know with the Seattle plastic bag ban in effect that plastic is a big no-no. Get your eight 8-ounce glasses a day with this unbreakable recycled glass water bottle sleeved in eco-friendly bamboo. Perfect for hot or cold beverages, pick from three BPAfree plastic tops depending upon your hydration needs. Miro Tea 5405 Ballard Ave206-782-6832 mirotea.com $25

A New Way to be Human Beloved Seattle personality, author, KUOW contributor and former pastor (as well as the first openly gay Episcopal dean in the US), Robert V. Taylor shares his lifelong friendship with Desmond Tutu in this beautifully written book for those seeking an authentic way of living. Taylor’s memoir recalls his and Tutu’s demonstration against apartheid and how they went on to create the Desmond Tutu Peace Foundation. It also delves into his coming out process during his dean selection process. There are countless lessons to be learned within the pages of this book among them, love and compassion.” (New Page Books, 2012) The Elliott Bay Book Company 1521 10th Ave., 206-624-6600 elliottbaybook.com $15.99

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Plus goodies from other great local businesses like... Top Ten Toys Central Co-op Fremont Brewing University Book Store Alchemy Goods ...and many more!

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Swedish workwear company, Dunderdon is one of those brands that has a small, but super dedicated following. Known for its simple, but well-crafted pieces, celebrities like Jake Gyllenhaal are fans of the men’s collection. Pieces include twill down parkas, lambswool sweaters and raw denim jeans, but it’s Dunderon’s ‘J25’ Canvas Jacket with heavy pile liner that should be part of every man’s stay-warm winter arsenal. Available in Olive. Ian 1919 2nd Ave., 206-441-4055 ianshop.com $289

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SAVE THE DATE. DEBUT DECEMBER 1ST. Engraved Wishbone Necklace We have a special space in our amuletloving heart for charms and pendants. From Nicole Richie’s coveted line of red-carpet worthy accessories, make a wish with this conversational House of Harlow 1960 14-carat gold plated pendant necklace. We can’t guarantee that it will bring you good luck, but it’ll certainly add style to your wardrobe without being too “statement-y.” Ketch 5317 Ballard Ave., 206-402-4589 ketchshop.com $85

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Period Corsets Since 1997, Seattleites Rebecca Kaufman and Susan Davis have been pushing up the “girls” with their lingerie company, Period Corsets. Their drop-dead sexy designs have graced many an Angel at Victoria’s Secret Fashion Shows, as well as celebs ranging from Fergie to Madonna. All 13 styles are available for general commission and can be customized to your heart’s, err waist’s, content. Period Corsets 206-264-0997, periodcorsets.com $260 and up

Ayurvedic Swedana Treatment Based on the 5,000-year old system of Indian medicine Ayurveda, this detoxifying spa service balances your dosha (kinda like your personal mind and body fingerprint). Get horizontal for a serious rubdown before retreating to the warm cocoon of the cedar Swedana to sweat out toxins. Finish up with an herbal powder brushing. Absolve all post-holiday guilt with this super cleansing gift. Vida Spa at Seattle Pan Pacific Hotel 900 Lenora St., Suite 220, 888-865-2630 vidaspas.com/panpacifichotel $195

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Local architectural designer by day/fashion designer by night, Christine Chaney creates ethereal scarves, shrugs, jackets and dresses that make both sexes swoon. Named Seattle Magazine’s “2012 Best Emerging Designer,” we adore the versatility of her crochet hooked garments, especially the capelet. Chaney’s inspired pieces enable our city’s love affair with winter accessories, and we’re all the more stylish for it. Besides, how you not love a designer whose motto is: “Nobody gets screwed making this clothing, but if you wear it, you might just get laid.” Velouria 2205 NW Market St., 206-788-0330 christinechaneycreative.com/craft $132

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Bring the barista home (well, not literally) with Starbucks’ latest single-serve brewer. Verismo, a word derived from a form of Italian opera, uses fancy high-pressure Swiss engineering to bring the Starbucks experience straight to your kitchen. What sets this machine apart from others on the market? It can spew out perfectly made espresso-based drinks complete with crema beyond your usual cup of coffee. Sur La Table 84 Pine St., 206-448-2244 surlatable.com $199.95

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Coffee and Espresso Maker

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BLACK FRIDAY

Prints & Paintings

by Pacific NW Artists Quality Frames & Gifts

Stand Up Paddle (SUP)

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Closer to the Ground Closer to the Ground: An Outdoor Family’s Year on the Water, In the Woods and at the Table (Patagonia Books, 2012) by Dylan Tomine. This engaging memoir follows Bainbridge Island writer, Dylan Tomine and his family through four seasons as they hunt chanterelles, fish for salmon, dig clams and gather at the kitchen table to enjoy the fruits of their labor. The Washington Post calls it, “An eloquent chronicle of a likeable family’s attempt to love a more nature-centric life.” Dylan and his family own Bainbridge Island Blueberry Co. (u-pick farm). Patagonia 2100 First Ave., 206-622-9700 patagonia.com or amazon.com $29.95

Adopt an Orca Now you can be the proud parent of one of our Southern Resident Community of orcas, including the three new calves born this past summer. Great for kids who want to learn about whales, each adoption comes with a personalized certificate and photo, a genealogy chart of your whale’s pod, monthly e-updates about the whales and more. Kick up the cool factor for this gift with a whalewatching tour. The Orca Adoption Program whalemuseum.org Orcas Island Eclipse Charters 8365 Orcas Rd., Orcas Island 360-376-6566, orcasislandwhales.com $35 and

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Geared toward all ages and skill levels, Stand Up Paddling (aka SUP) may be the new “it” sport. Sure, it requires some serious core muscles to actually stand up, but the wide stable board makes it easier to balance than let’s say, a surfboard. Think of what an awesome adventure it would be to see Lake Washington and connect with nature from this perspective?! Yeah, we thought so. Salmon Bay Paddle Stand Up Paddle Board 206-465-7167, salmonbaypaddle.com $100 and up

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• Eat • Shop • Play

Helping to launch and grow small local businesses

THE

STORE Pike Place Market, Mezzanine Level • 206-508-1342 • www.shopventures.org

Since 1972

Isadoras antique Jewelry

Good Tidings We Bring! 1601 First Ave . isadoras.com . 206.441.7711

Come enjoy the taste of the Old Country at our newly remodeled store at Pike Place Market

1920A Pike Place Seattle, WA 98101 206-441-0942 HOURS Mon. - Sat. 9am-5:45pm, Sun 10-6

MILAGROS FINE MEXICAN FOLK ART

the best of mexico is here!

GIVE A UNIQUE GIFT! • Oaxacan carvings • Religious artwork • Talavera pottery • Huichol artwork • & more Pike Place market: Post Alley (just off Pine St) 2nd location 1409 1st Ave, between Pike & Union 206.464.0490 www.MilagrosSeattle.com

BLACK FRIDAY Sash Boa Coiler Boots Hey, snow bunnies! Hit the slopes in style with these sleek, luxury snowboarding boots from Ride Snowboards. Boa Coiler lacing gives you perfect cable tension all the way through the forefoot, while Ride’s uber-comfy Intuition™ Support Foam Liner hugs the contours of your feet. Available in black or teal. REI 222 Yale Ave. N., 206-223-1944 rei.com $229.95

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Gumball Poodle Socks Geared toward all ages and skill levels, Stand One of the defining, ahem, fashion statements of the ‘70s. Who remembers rocking the three-stripe tube socks at the roller rink? Satisfy your need for nostalgia with Gumball Poodle’s unisex, Made in USA tube socks emblazoned with super groovy words like Whiskey, Zombie and Nerd. Monster Art and Clothing 5000 20th Ave. NW, 206-789-0037 monsterartandclothing.com $10 or 3 pairs for $25

HALO 4 Halo Nation, rejoice! In Halo 4, the first entry in a new series of Halo games dubbed the “Reclaimer Trilogy,” experience the dawn of an epic new Halo adventure, solo or split screen with up to three friends. As the Master Chief returns to battle an ancient evil bent on vengeance and annihilation, embark on co-op missions with new enemies. Pink Gorilla Games West Seattle, University District and International District locations pinkgorillagames.com $59.99

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What happens when a brand new operating system meets a slimmed-down tablet format? You get Surface from Microsoft, this season’s “it” tech gadget. Use the built-in kickstand plus a removable keyboard, and you pretty much have a super cool touch screen laptop. Simple setup seals the deal. Windows users will love it. Microsoft University Village and Bellevue Square Mall locations microsoft.com $499 and up

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Come Enjoy our Cozy Cafe!

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handcrafted toys, classic toys, games, art supplies, science kits, bedding, clothing & furniture 5333 Ballard Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98107 CloverToys.com

ART ALTERNATIVES STRETCHED CANVAS THROUGH 12/31/2012

PAINTS, BRUSHES, PASTELS, FINE ART PAPERS, DRAWING & GRAPHIC SUPPLIES, ART BOOKS, CANVAS, PRINTMAKING, CRAFT & KIDS ART SUPPLIES, & MORE!

NOW OPEN IN BALLARD! 2000 MARKET STREET, SEATTLE 206.523.4830 ~ WWW.DAKOTAARTSTORES.COM ~ OPEN 7 DAYS

BLACK FRIDAY Necky Eliza Kayak

For the female paddling enthusiast in your life, consider the Rolls Royce of dive kayaks, a Necky Kayak. Born in the Pacific Northwest and named “Best Women’s Kayak” in Sea Kayaker Magazine’s 2011 Readers Choice Awards, the Eliza model is specifically designed to fit women. One of the lightest kayaks on the market, its boasts a roomy cockpit, and padded thigh braces for kick butt handling and control. Northwest Outdoor Center, 2100 Westlake Ave. N, Suite #1 206-281-9694, nwoc.com $1,599.99 and up (special order only)

Collapsible Boots

These colorful rain boots have been a must have for urban style-setters ever since Kate Moss rocked them with hot pants at the famed Glastonbury festival a few years back. Now, fashionistas on-the-go can weatherproof their look with Hunter’s brand new collapsible boots - the perfect travel companion. You can never own just one pair of these pretty boots, and when you know it’s going to rain for months on end, why would you? Nordstrom 500 Pine St., 206-628-2111 shop.nordstrom.com $135

Snowboarding Ultra Dream

Looking for a crowd pleasing gift for the hardto-shop for people on your list? How about the thrill of soaring nearly 200-feet in the sky over Elliott Bay? You could buy the standard ticket ($13 for adults; $8.50 for children) or go big with a ride in the VIP gondola, which features four leather bucket seats and a glass floor. Each VIP ticket zips guests to the front of the line first class-style, and then they get to take home a commemorative tee-shirt. The Seattle Great Wheel 1301 Alaskan Way, seattlegreatwheel.com $8.50 and up

When winter hits, Seattlelites like to hit the nearby slopes. K2’s brand new all-mountain snowboard is built for speed, stability and handles, well, like a dream. Tricked out with some new technology, like a BAMBOOYA bamboo core and refined the tips and tails, it’s kinda like a sexed-up, tuned-up version of K2’s Turbo. Evo 3500 Stone Way N., 206-973-4470 evo.com $549.95

Holiday Flavors: Pumpkin Gingersnap Eggnog Spiced Apple Pie

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Fremont • 704 North 34th Street

The Bastyr Dispenssary

20 % off Unique Natural Gifts

Jewelry • Body Care • Sweets Housewares • Books • Clothing Candles • Incense and more

December 1– 8, 2012 Hours vary. Visit WholeHealth.BastyrCenter.net for details. The Bastyr Dispensary at Bastyr Center for Natural Health 3670 Stone Way N., Seattle • 206.834.4114

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Ride The Great Wheel

Give the gift of

Lemoncello A Taste of Italy Made in Washington

Black Heron Spirits Find it at your local retailer.

Give the Gift of Balboa Wine this Season! 1/2 price shipping of 6 bottles or more Free shipping on a full case

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4169 Peppers Bridge Road Walla Walla, WA (509) 529-0461 • www.balboawinery.com

Free gift wrapping Free book shipping 206.634.3400 • ubookstore.com • 1.800.335.READ

D-LUX 6 $799.00 Casual Cameras for Sophisticated Photographers

$499.95

BLACK FRIDAY Briggs Dog Dish

Love your pooch, but don’t love the ever-popular plastic dog dish? Made from reclaimed steel drums, this eco-friendly dish is built to last, giving you and your dog something to bark about. No two pieces are exactly alike and each set includes a stainless steel bowl. Rex 1402 12th Ave., 206-467-4440 rexseattle.com $55

Felt Pod Planters

Like brightly colored flyer saucers, Flip & Tumble’s 100% recycled felt planters are perfect for your littlest plants. Lined with plastic, each planter comes with a dropper for easy watering. Cheap, cheerful and sustainable, these pod-like cuties will add a pop of color to your home or office. Andaluz 4908 Rainer Ave. S., 206-760-1900 andaluzseattle.com $14

Adopt a Pet

Sending holiday greetings is a snap when you use Postcardly. Simply set up a Postcardly email account, send an email with an attached photo and Postcardly will turn your image and message into a fridge-worthy postcard and send it via snail mail. Skip buying stamps and long lines at the post office and and still make every friend and relative happy. Easy peasey. Gift certificates available, too. postcardly.com $.99 each

Thinking about getting a pet for the holidays? Give an animal a special home (and a second chance!) with adoption. More than 5 million companion animals enter shelters each year; an estimated two-thirds are euthanized. Shelter pets make great - and grateful companions - love and licks guaranteed. All adoption applications are subject to approval. Seattle Humane Society 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue 425-641-0080, seattlehumane.org fees vary

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Scandinavian Design is the cornerstone in all Helly Hansen gear. The optimal combination of purposeful design, protection and style. This is why professional athletes, patrollers and discerning enthusiasts choose Helly Hansen.

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PIONEER SQUARE a great place to shop!

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Unique handmade glass art & gifts From Seattle’s oldest Glassblowing studio

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BLACK FRIDAY Schwinn Tigress

Indulge your fiercest little feline slash cyclist with this styley kids’ bike. Twelve-inch tires, coaster brakes, detachable training wheels and a sweet pink paint job complete with lots of Flower Power will keep your 2-4-year old rolling through the streets of your neighborhood in the utmost of safety and style. There’s also a version for the little dude in your life too; the Tiger. (Special order only, allow four weeks.) Alki Bike and Board 2606 California Ave. SW, 206-938-3322 alkibikeandboard.com $130

Sprout Watches

Forget mass-produced Disney, Lego and Hello Kitty themed watches. Instead, kit your favorite kiddie (or kid-at-heart) in Spout Watches adorable, affordable ecotimepieces made from sustainable materials including conflict-free diamonds, organic cotton, corn resin and bamboo which all run on a mercury-free battery. Colorful designs make a statement and range from simple classic bands to whimsically-detailed dials. With styles for men, women and children, these watches will make even non-wearers want to keep track of time. Nordstrom 500 Pine St., 206-628-2111 nordstrom.com $30 and up

Animal Hoodies

Is your crafty kid the next Rem Koolhaus? Give ‘em something beyond your standard building blocks. Made by Manzanita Kids, this awesome local business based in Ballard makes high-quality, open-ended wooden toys. This particular set allows kids to construct lots of cool stuff, including barns, castles and villages. Manzanita Kids 206-419-8528, manzanitakids.com $75

Love it or hate it, the animal knit cap trend isn’t going away. PingiHats takes the popular teenage craze one step further with its super cute zip-front hoodies available in a zoo full of options. We’re partial to the Bat, Owl and Unicorn hoodies, but if they made a Liger version, our grown-up world would be complete. Maybe with matching mittens. Pike Place Market Friday, Saturday and Sunday only pingihats.com $54 and up

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Artisan perfumer, Meredith Smith helps clients complete a fragrance profile before crafting a sweet-smelling custom formulation. 100% vegan fragrances, after-hours shopping and perfume-making classes are available. Sweet Anthem 6021-B California Ave. SW, 206-937-1415 sweetanthemperfumes.com $72 and up

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McManus fesses up that Black Friday isn’t the biggest retail day for Capitol Hill shops; Small Business Saturday is when shoppers really show up. “Shoppers are really locally-minded on that day, and really appreciate the flyers with the listing of all the local shops offering specials or deals,” she says. In addition, the Broadway Sunday Farmers Market will feature some deals that Sunday, and of course, the Capitol Hill Indoor Flea Market will sell arts, crafts and thrift goods upstairs in the OddFellows Building from 11a.m. to 3p.m. on Saturdays. Still not convinced to shop local? Lisa Nakamura, chef and owner of Allium on Orcas Island, knows a thing or two about small-town economy. Her children’s’ book, Bucky the Dollar Bill (www.createspace.com/3867098), traces how a single dollar bill spent on Orcas Island supports small, independent businesses and benefits the community. “Buying local is like throwing a pebble into a pond; the ripples spread far and wide,” says Nakamura. This year, give your fingers a rest, your feet a workout and your neighborhood businesses some love. For a complete listing of Shop the Hill Black Friday sales, deals, specials and online-only offers, visit www.capitolhillseattle.com.

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Here are some of the things you love about our local culture. “Themed costume pub crawls and parties, dancing in museums at midnight, improv, rockin’ wine events, neighborhood businesses banding together to curate events, public art, performances.” Keridwyn Deller of Capitol Hill, www.seattlepockets.com “Talking to strangers (everyone has a story!) and drinking a frozen latte from Caffe Ladro (shh ... a secret menu item and the best blended beverage on the market!) are two of my favorite things about Seattle.” Dawnelle D. of Rainier Beach, order-taker extraordinaire at Marination “Seattle has a dynamic dance scene, with many interesting performances from local and visiting choreographers and troupes. I’ve had season tickets to the UW World Dance series the last few years and really enjoyed it.” Kirsten Graham of Mount Baker, owner, KGPR

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“My favorite thing about Seattle’s local culture: Village-style atmosphere with restaurants, shops close to home, and downtown is a bus ride away!” Michael D. of Upper Queen Anne, Stormnet Media Blitz “In Seattle, it’s all about balance. People here will be just as happy eating a messy, drippy Cuban sandwich at Paseo, Seattle’s most popular hole-in-the-wall, as they are dining out at a fancy restaurant … they just have to make sure they get both experiences.” Keren Brown of Queen Anne, FranticFoodie.com “My favorite spot on Seattle’s culture scene is Jazz Alley, where you can sit and listen to jazz greats such as Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, and Branford Marsalis from tables right up against the stage.” Sheri Doyle of West Seattle, Pacific Northwest Journeys “Seattle is the home of ‘niche’ — whether it’s an off-the-wall business idea, underground sub-culture, or an unlikely style of music, there’s a sub-community somewhere in Seattle that will embrace it.” Glenn C. of Wallingford, Glenn Crytzer and his Syncopators “I love the small-town feel of Seattle and its big-city amenities as it relates to the accessibility of amazing culture, art and food.” Diana Naramore, co-owner of Ballard and Greenwood Sip and Ship “Whenever I feel like complaining about Seattle, all I have to do is remind myself that I grew up in the middle of Kansas.” Shawn Kralicek of Night Gallery Records “Twilight Artists Collective, with its local art, crazy jewelry and inspiration galore, is the perfect place to have a last-minute-gift panic attack. “ Beth L. of West Seattle, designer at A Crowded Coop “I’m always dazzled by the Alvarez Family Farm’s market stalls overflowing with produce, especially the brilliant-colored chiles of late summer.” Gretchen Goehrend of Magnolia, founder of India Tree Gourmet Spices and Specialties “From the Rainier Valley Heritage Parade, to School of Rock performing at The Crocodile, to parking-strip food gardens, we love everything Seattle.” Nicole and Brian Durbin of Columbia City, co-owners of Black Bottle, Black Bottle Postern and The Innkeeper “Love Sundays in West Seattle. The Farmers Market at the Junction is amazing, and where else can you hit a world-class bakery (Bakery Nouveau), grab some kitchen supplies (Capers), shop for adorable clothes (Carmilia’s), pick up some hipster shoes (the Sneakery and Clementine), sip coffee while you browse for CDs (Easy Street), and run into 20-30 people you know?” Anita L. of West Seattle Yes, we can and should be proud to live in a city rich with culture and with more arts per capita than many bigger cities. What follows is a list of carefully chosen cultural gifts and experiences that will bring plenty of pleasure and NW pride to all of your recipients. Now go on and GIVE ’EM CULTURE!

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GIMME CULTURE SAM Membership Give a gift that friends and family can enjoy throughout the year: the gift of SAM membership. Now showing through midJanuary, women reign supreme in Elles: Women Artists from the Centre Pompidou, Paris. This landmark exhibit touts more than 130 works of art made by 75 female artists from 1907 to 2007. For more gift inspiration, visit SAM SHOP for uncommon objects that fit all budgets. Seattle Art Museum 1300 First Ave., 206-654-3210 seattleartmuseum.org $65 and up

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Grand Illusion Cinema Membership Did you know that Grand Illusion Cinema is Seattle’s oldest continuously running movie theater? Showing classic, foreign, rare and campy films since 1968, this nonprofit is run by a crew of seriously dedicated volunteers. Membership buys reduced admission to films and a variety of cool perks depending upon the level. The space is also available to rent for private functions. Help keep the 35mm format alive — one film at a time. Grand Illusion Cinema 1403 NE 50th St., 206-523-3935 grandillusioncinema.org $30 and up

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Scarecrow Video Gift Card Fact: Scarecrow Video is home to the largest movie-rental inventory in the country, with more than 117,000 individual titles available for rent. Located in the University District, the indie video store stocks everything from latest releases to obscure titles and everything in between. Buy your fave movie buff a gift certificate, which are good for both rentals and sales. They also have an amazing selection of Blu-rays and DVDs for sale, which always make great gifts. Scarecrow Video 5030 Roosevelt Way NE, 206-524-8554 scarecrow.com available in any amount

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GIMME CULTURE Photography Instruction Do you know someone who would love to learn how to take great (or better) photos? Local photographer Peter West Carey gets aspiring and advanced shutterbugs out of the classroom and into an environment where they feel comfortable with a camera. Need the basics of light, shutter, aperture and ISO covered? Done. Want to work on more advanced camera mechanics and techniques? Yep, he can do that too. For the more ambitious, he has photo tours planned to Bhutan, Nepal, and Hawaii planned for 2013. Peter West Carey peterwestcarey.com $145 per two hour, hands-on session plus one month of email critiques

Please join Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and Make-A-Wish® Washington for our second annual

Holiday Brunch with Santa Sunday, December 9, 2012 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Four Seasons Hotel, 99 Union Street Enjoy a delicious plated breakfast, create holiday crafts and receive a commemorative photo with Santa. Adults: $50/Children: $25 (two and under are free)

Give the gift of golf with a gift card to Interbay Golf Center. The wintertime golfing experience in Seattle can be a bit challenging, but some practice time at this driving range can help keep your swing in tip-top shape. Covered, heated stalls make cold weather conditions manageable. Kids can sign up for one-day junior camps taught by PGA and LPGA teaching professionals; lesson packages are also available for adults. Interbay Golf Center 2501 15th Ave. W, 206-285-2200 premiergc.com available in any amount

Cafe & Paddle Club Gift Card Rent kayaks and suck down tasty margaritas all in one spot? Yep, you can do that at Agua Verde Cafe & Paddle Club (although we recommend waiting on the tequila until AFTER you’re back on land). Get on the water with a guided tour (the New Moon tours are fab) or go solo and explore Lake Union and Lake Washington. There are also Stand Up Paddleboards available for the intrepid. It’s a great gift and one of the best ways to explore Seattle and see wildlife. Agua Verde Cafe & Paddle Club 1303 NE Boat St., 206-545-8570 aguaverde.com available in any amount

Batting Cages Gift Card Most batting cages are fun, but this 20,000foot indoor facility is especially awesome. A great activity for kids and grown-ups alike. They supply the helmets, bats and ball and you bring your best Babe Ruth impersonation. An easy online reservation system makes it simple to book cage time by the hour. North Seattle Batting Cages 8512 20th Ave. NE, 206-300-7908 northseattlebattingcages.com available in any amount

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Tickets to see The End’s Deck the hall Ball, Dec. 4, KeyArena: Not surprisingly, this show is sold out. AND it’s three weeks before Christmas. Which means if you can procure a pair of tickets for the one you love (who also loves the Killers, M83, Metric, the Lumineers, etc.), you are going to be setting the stage for an historic holiday season. Holiday-themed presents are always better (and less dated) in advance, and they give the holidays a longer shelf life. OK, down to the nitty gritty of getting tickets to this sold-out show. First: Check Ticketmaster every morning. More tickets will be (quietly) released as the date approaches. Second: Check every hour the day of the show. Third: Go to the show and get tickets at the door (it sometimes happens) or from scalpers (it won’t be as bad as you think; there are LOTS of seats in KeyArena). Good luck!

the Beatles stereo Vinyl Box set: There are several ways you can go about getting all 14 Beatles LPs. If you have the

scratch ($300-plus), picking up this newly released box set of Sgt. Pepper, Rubber Soul, etc., on thick, fresh vinyl is a good way to go. Even if your loved one is a longtime Beatles fan, they may never have had every record at the same time (I can’t be the only one plagued by this trend). If your budget is somewhat limited, that’s all right. You can usually find just about every Fab Four release in the REALLY CHEAP used-vinyl bins at Everyday Music on Capitol Hill. Yeah, the copies will be . . . a bit worn, but they’ll average about $7 each. You’ll also score some points for crate-digging.

Beck hansen, song reaDer (out Dec. 7 via McSweeney’s): Beck’s new “album” isn’t really an album at all, it’s a BOOK OF SHEET MUSIC! Which sounds kinda pretentious, I know. But it’s actually pretty fantastic. And think about this: Would you rather sit around the piano this Christmas belting out the same old standards, or rallying the family band in one of the first-ever performances of a Beck original? Give this to the musician in your family and watch as it keeps on giving as you all learn the tunes. tickets to sasquatch! We have no idea who’s playing the big ol’ shindig at the Gorge, going down May 24-27 (but last year’s lineup of Beck, Jack White, Girl Talk, etc. should give you an idea of the vibe). We do know a few things: 1. This festival is going to sell out. 2. There is someone on your list who’s going to freak when you give them tickets for Christmas. 3. Grandmas, this one is better than cash, since it can only be enjoyed and CANNOT be used to pay down debt. Tickets are on sale now for $300 (includes camping). Yes, the price will go up in the spring. a ukulele from Dusty strings: The history of the ukulele: First the Hawaiians played them, then Eddie Vedder played one, then all the fecking hepsters played

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Urban Craft Uprising is Seattle’s largest indie craft show! At UCU, celebrating its eighth year, fans can choose from a wide variety of hand-crafted goods, including clothing of all types, jewelry, gifts, bags, wallets, buttons, accessories, aprons, children’s goods, toys, housewares, paper goods, candles, kits, art, food, and much, much more.

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The Art of Silliness

We all know the benefits of shopping local abound: you’re keeping your money circulating in the local economy, you’re directly supporting others and their families, and you get to interact with the producer of whatever you’re purchasing—which is a bonus whether your biggest concern is the quality of the product, the sourcing of the materials, the creative process, or just making a connection with someone in your community.

Learn to make and embellish 3D wool objects using fiber and felting needles. You’ll have time to explore several interchangeable techniques to make unique jewelry pieces, small soft toys and replicas like fruits and veggies, or even free-form abstract sculpture.

Needle Felted Embellishing

Carla Sonheim Drawing and Painting Imaginary Animals

with Moxie

Create your own tapestries, make a new design on an old sweater, or poke some extra cuteness on those thrift-store baby socks with the magic of needle felting! Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your favorite fabric swatches to play with.

Catch All Fabric Bowl

By shopping at UCU, you have the chance to shop local, on a huge scale! We’ve done all the legwork of getting all these incredible local crafters and designers under one roof, so you can have the one-stop-shop experience, without the big box store.

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with Jonah Rondon

We will be making a small and simple fabric bowl that will hold small trinkets, buttons, coins, hair clips, etc. A free kit will be provided for 12 people that will include everything you need to make one for you and one to give as a gift.

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performs acoustic sets at every restaurant stop. Last month, Motopony’s Daniel Blue stood on a chair in the middle of Revel, plucking away at his guitar, while the group nibbled short-rib dumplings and Korean kimchi pancakes. December brings A Very Merry Mustache Adventure: four hours of eating. Multiple musicians and a well-fed Santa Claus even make an appearance. averymerrymoustache.eventbrite.com

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tickets to see “land of the sWeets: the Burlesque nutcracker” at the triPle door (Dec. 11-16, 18-24, 26-27): This one almost goes without saying (almost). Even the most ca’lous, cynical individual lets a little eggnog into their cup this time of year. And the “Burlesque Nutcracker” at the Triple Door really does offer a little something for everyone. For those who aren’t fans of Nutcracker, there’s burlesque; for those who don’t like burlesque, there’s Nutcracker; and for those who don’t cotton to either, there are inventive mixologists who aim to please and have a special talent for hitting their target. the hunger gaMes: songs froM district 12 and Beyond: No, this isn’t a Christmas album! And that’s good, because Christmas albums are dated on Dec. 26. This album—featuring music inspired by, though mostly not included in, the film—is easily one of the year’s best albums. Brilliantly curated by T-Bone Burnett (of O Brother, Where Art Thou fame), the album includes choice cuts from Arcade Fire, Secret Sisters, Neko Case, and, yes, Taylor Swift. It’s a solid go-to album for anyone on your list with a soft spot for indie rock, country, rock, or pop.

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gift certificate to White Mustache’s Musical Plates tour: Music + food = <3. It’s an easy equation-one that food and music fanatic Bryce Lathrop has perfected with his Musical Plates tours. Bryce takes a local band, grills them on their favorite foods, and then curates a selection of locally loved restaurants based on their tastes. You eat your way around Seattle while the band

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Musical-theMed cooking tools froM easy street/ eMP/aMazon.coM: For decades, disappointed mothers have ripped open holiday wrapping to find . . . a blender. A salad spinner. A hand-held vacuum. But GAMA-GO now sells a line of musical-themed kitchenware for the whimsical, headbanging cook. The Shredder Cheese Grater is shaped like an electric guitar; the wheel of the pizza cutter looks like a record; and the Hiphopsicles ice-cube tray will pimp out your holiday cocktails with microphone, boombox, and turntableshaped ice.

gift card to rock Box: Gift tip #354: Buy someone a present that will also benefit you. I would hope that gifting someone an experience at Rock Box, Capitol Hill’s uber-modern, Japanese style karaoke parlor, would secure you an invitation to spend a rainy, dreary evening in a small room belting out Aerosmith’s “Cryin’.” Material things don’t last forever, but the night you spend with your homies stuffed into a small room, belting out “American Pie” under the influence of sake, will last a lifetime. Bonus round: It’s happy hour all day long on Sundays.

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This holiday, give the gift of creativity by enrolling the crafty person in your life in art classes at Thrive Art School. They offer fine arts classes for the kiddies, as well as special interest courses for teens and grownups. So whether you’re just starting out or looking to master a new medium like pencil, watercolor, charcoal and acrylic paint, there are classes for all ages and abilities. Thrive Art School 6329 Ravenna Ave. NE, 206-522-1659 drawingschool.com $79 a month and up

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Ma ke t h e p l e d g e to shop local this holi Foster your kid’s musical creativity with classes at School of Rock. Bow down to the gods of guitar — Page, Clapton, Bonham and Gilmour — in School of Rock’s one-day workshops. Or learn to rock hands-on-lesson style with the guitar, bass guitar, vocals, keys and/or drums. If your kid’s mastered the Ramones’ catalog and is ready to take it to the stage, there’s a performance program too. School of Rock 13730 Lake City Way NE, Suite B201 206-417-7625, schoolofrock.com $49 and up

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Recess Monkey CD Recess Monkey is made up of three local elementary school teachers who create music for kids and families. Their eighth and latest album, In Tents, was inspired by a four-month stint at Teatro ZinZanni. Set in an imaginary traveling show, the album captures the pitch-perfect understanding of the high-energy hijinks that get kids excited. Top Ten Toys 104 North 85th St., 206-782-0098 toptentoys.com $14.99

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This is not your standard, issue dinner and a show. Instead, expect to be delighted by singers, dancers, aerialists and acrobatic performers in this part circus, part comedy extravaganza described as “the Kit Kat Klub on acid.” A five-course feast is served during the three-hour production, which switches up shows a few times each year. There are special holiday gift packages available, as well. Teatro ZinZanni 222 Mercer St., 206-802-0015, dreams.zinzanni.org/giftpackages available in any amount

Seattle Children’s Hospital is taking part in the launch of the first-ever crowdfunded hospital gift catalog, www.GiveMiracles.org, as part of a national campaign led by the world’s largest crowdfunding-for-good platform, Fundly, and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Donors can choose gifts ranging from a $30 comfort toy to a $12 billion neonatal intensive care wing and will receive updates on how their gift is being utilized. Seattle Children’s Hospital givemiracles.org

Milk Fund and CookieFest

The holy trinity of local historical theaters — The Paramount, Moore and Neptune Theaters — are much-beloved for their rockin’ lineup of shows. Looking ahead, the 2013 calendar does not disappoint. Give the performing arts lovers on your list a gift certificate to STG Presents, which can be applied towards upcoming shows like The Book of Mormon, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Soundgarden or Seattle Rock Orchestra performs Smashing Pumpkins. Orders must be placed no later than Sun., Dec. 18. The Paramount Theatre Box Office 911 Pine St., 206-682-1414 stgpresents.org available in any amount

Seattle Milk Fund is gearing up for the annual traditional holiday event, CookieFest. Early on Saturday, December 8, more than 20 of Seattle’s best bakeries and culinary schools will have fresh-baked cookies for sale for gifts or immediate gobbling. All proceeds will benefit the Seattle Milk Fund, which strives to increase economic stability for families by awarding childcare and education grants. Free activities will be available to entertain the little ones while CookieFest shoppers select their sweets. Downtown Macy’s, Stewart Street Room 3rd Floor, 1601 3rd Ave., 206-729-2304, seattlemilkfund.org $15 per dozen while supplies last

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Looking for a big dance floor, a lively crowd and a place to learn salsa, swing, tango or tap? Give the gift of a five-week class series ($60) to your favorite dancing friends. (No stars necessary.) Gift cards are good for all products and services, including classes, cover charges and food and drink at The Tin Table. Century Ballroom 915 E. Pine St., 206-324-7263 centuryballroom.com available in any amount

For the badass chicks (and guys) in your life, buy ’em season tickets to Seattle’s all-female, flat-track roller derby league. Bouts are fast, furious and filled with hard-hitting action, as four home teams and one all-star team battle it out to burn rubber and leave their opponents in the dust. Rat City Rollergirls 206-599-9613, ratcityrollergirls.com $70 and up

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Save money and get the best possible seats with series tickets to the Seattle Symphony. Choose from 3- to 21-concert series packages and tack on the convenience of pre-paid parking if you wish. Subscribers also have access to special events before the general public. From Stravinsky & Mozart to Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, Seattle Symphony hosts more than 200 concerts annually. Seattle Symphony 200 University St., 206-215-4700 seattlesymphony.org prices vary

In its 10th year, the 2013 Moisture Festival promises even more awe-inspiring Comedy/ Varietè-infused Burlesque acts. A magnificent spread of more than 50 shows (including New Year’s Eve 2013!) will be presented across Hale’s Palladium, SIFF Theater, and Broadway Performance Hall from March 21 to April 14 (other venues to be announced). Expect rapid-fire entertainment including aerial acts, jugglers, comedians, and yes, even fire. Moisture Festival (206) 297-1405, moisturefestival.com pricing varies

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Give your favorite couple the red hot gift of romantic dance with a Salsa con Todo gift card. Beginners to advanced students can learn the fundamentals of Salsa, but also delve into Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha, and Guaguanco. Recent Salsa 101 Session student Radley E. raves, “What I enjoy about Vassili’s teaching style, is that he doesn’t just teach you a bunch of monochromatic dance steps. He shows you the flow, the details, the way you make these steps sexy and seamless.” Now, who wouldn’t want to learn some suave Latin dance skills? Salsa Con Todo 750 North 34th St., 206-402-2945 salsacontodo.com available in any amount

For a super-special gift, consider tickets to the one-night only “Ten Grands Seattle” concert on May 11, 2013 at Benaroya Hall. Picture this: Ten grand pianos on stage with musicians playing solos, simultaneously and in various combinations. Proceeds benefit the Snowman Foundation, which supplies grand pianos to organizations in Washington state that provide music education and experience to kids. So indirectly, your price of admission helps give the gift of music to children. Benaroya Hall Box Office 200 University St., 206-215-4800 benaroyahall.org $42 and up

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If you live in Seattle, you’ve probably managed to kick its bajillion stereotypes to the curb. Sure, it’s gray and gloomy for months on end, but it’s also one of the most beautiful, lush, vibrant cities in the country. Seattleites may wear more fleece and flannel than the national average, but it doesn’t mean we can’t make a fashion statement. And despite the belief that we still listen to grunge 24/7, our dynamic music scene is constantly evolving and producing headline-grabbing performers like Fleet Foxes, the Head and the Heart, Macklemore and Shabazz Palaces. We all have our reasons why we love the Emerald City. As we wax poetic on the merits of shopping local in this holiday gift guide, it only seems appropriate to share why I love Seattle. I could list hundreds of reasons why I call the Pacific Northwest home, but here are ten. 1. SHOWING OFF: The first place I take a visitor from out of town is Ray’s Boathouse, a restaurant in Ballard. The views of seals playing, Puget Sound, and snow-capped Olympic Mountains from the upstairs deck are pretty spectacular. Plus, you see working fishing boats returning to Salmon Bay with their catch, so the seafood is about as fresh as it gets.

3. NATURE: If I want a nature fix, I go to the Cascade Mountains. Mount Si is a decent sixmile hike, which takes folks through multiple ecosystems to its 4,167-foot peak. It scores extra points for being dog-friendly. 4. URBAN PARKS: For a moment of Zen, I can hide away at Fremont Peak Park. This postage-stamp-size community park on a residential stretch offers panoramic views of Ballard, the bridge, and Salmon Bay. It’s one of my favorite places to watch the sun set. 5. COFFEE: When I need a caffeine fix, I head to Lighthouse Roasters. This tiny neighborhood coffee shop has been roasting beans in vintage machines since 1995 and makes the best mocha I’ve had in Seattle. I brew their “Lighthouse Blend” with a French press at home daily, but regularly visit the shop for its perfect foam and unpretentious baristas. 6. DRINKING AGAIN: When I’m feeling cash-strapped I take advantage of Seattle’s twice-daily happy hours. There’s absolutely no reason to not eat and drink well in the Emerald City. Early happy hour is mostly standard across the board, typically with deep discounts on food and booze. Late-night happy hour usually lures imbibers with cheap food deals. 7. MUSEUMS: Seattle’s best museum, in my opinion, is the Museum of History & Industry, and man, am I excited for the grand opening on December 29 at their new location in Lake Union Park. I’m a nerd for time and place facts, and this museum chronicles 150 years of Seattle’s history. If I had to rate a favorite museum based on its gift shop, Seattle Art Museum (SAM) takes the retail win, hands down. The pottery, jewelry, and knit goods are well worth maxxing out your credit card. 8. OUTDOOR ACTIVITES: My favorite jogging/walking route is around Green Lake. I rollerblade, walk my dog, or dish with my girlfriends on its 2.8-mile loop. During the summer, you can swim in the lake. In cooler months, I grab a pre-stroll Mexican hot chocolate at Chocolati Café near Stroud Avenue North. 9. DAY TRIPS: Just outside Seattle, you can visit Whidbey Island. It’s a quick ferry trip from Mukilteo, and the island is the perfect day-trip getaway with wineries (Whidbey Island Winery is quite good), local Penn Cove mussels (in Coupeville), and Deception Pass State Park (35 miles of trails). Remarkable bridges make me weak in the knees, and the arched version at Deception Pass is a suspended, two-lane stunner. 10. NEARBY WEEKEND GETAWAYS: In the winter, I love to visit the San Juan Islands. Sure, the off-season weather may be moody and gray, but most of the tourists have gone home, hotel rates drop, restaurant reservations are a snap to secure, and wildlife is more abundant. Book a cabin at Doe Bay Resort on Orcas Island and take advantage of the hot springs overlooking Otter Cove. What do YOU love about Seattle? Send me a tweet at @charynpfeuffer with the hashtag #SeattleWeekly and I’ll re-tweet my favorite hometown pride shout-outs.

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2. DRINKING: When I crave a bloody mary I always go to Matt’s in The Market. This second-story restaurant and bar right across from the throngs of tourists at Pike Place Market epitomizes Pacific Northwest cuisine and sensibilities. Their bloody mary pays homage to the region’s Scandinavian heritage by subbing Aquavit for vodka.

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Beer for Your Hair Ditch the spendy salon products and reach for a beer. Seattle-based hair care company Duffy’s Brew, has teamed up with Elysian Brewing Company to create a boozy line of hair products. Healthy hair newcomers, The Wise ESB shampoo and conditioner join the company’s roster that already includes Original Stout and Elysian’s Dragonstooth Stout. VAIN Locations in West Seattle, Ballard & Downtown, duffysbrew.com $18 shampoo, $20 conditioner

We stock more than 695 healthy foods and 1500 carefully selected supplies for dogs and cats. So this holiday season, whether you’re facing a vexing problem with your car or dog or just looking for the perfect gift, we can help you find a great solution.

AJ Power Paintings Recently, we fell hard and fast for AJ Power’s paintings on exhibit at Lighthouse Roasters in Fremont. We love his whimsical interpretations of South African birds, flora, fauna and Big Five game animals, influenced by the artist’s stint working in West Africa with the Peace Corps. On occasion, Power will host workshops out of his Ballard studio. AJ Power 206-818-3941, ajpowerstudio.com prices vary

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Eat Local Gift Card Let’s face it. It isn’t always easy to put delicious and nutritious meals on the table, especially during the holiday season. Give the gift of tasty convenience with an Eat Local gift card, where recipients can choose from a variety of prepared foods made with Northwest-farmed, organic or sustainably grown produce, grass-fed and finished meats and free-range chicken. Perfect for the sleepdeprived new parents on your shopping list. Eat Local 503 Broadway E, 206-397-3999 stores.eatlocalonline.com $25 and up

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Local author Jennifer Worick has written or co-authored more than 25 books, including the New York Times best-seller The WorstCase Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating & Sex. In her latest book, Things I Want to Punch in the Face, inspired by the blog of the same name, Worick uses sharp wit and humor to convey annoyance over those little things in life that chap your hide and warrant a tongue-in-cheek lashing. She says everything you’re thinking . . . out loud. (Prospect Park Books, 2012) Third Place Books, Ravenna: 6504 20th Ave NE, 206-525-2347 Lake Forest Park: 17171 Bothell Way NE 206-366-3333, thirdplacebooks.com $11.95

Roq La Rue Gallery Since 1998, Roq La Rue has played a major part in the local Lowbrow/Pop Surrealism art scene. They’ve helped launch emerging artists, as well as exhibit an eclectic mix of established artists throughout the year. From December 5–31, Femke Hiemstra and Ryan Heshka will be showing their work at the Belltown gallery. Browse their inventory of represented artists’ work online or in-person. Other gift options include a great selection of really cool art books. Roq La Rue Gallery 2312 2nd Ave., 206-374-8977 roqlarue.com prices vary

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Pie & Pastry Server That’s right. A good pie server can make or break your pie — literally. These handcrafted beauties are one-of-a-kind perfect hostess gifts. Need something sweet to slide your pretty little server under? Pair this gift with a 9” made-to-order pie from their rotating roster of roughly 10 pies. There are more styles of this pie server to choose from, too! Delivery available within the Seattle metro area. A la Mode Pies 5821 Phinney Ave. N, 206-383-3796, alamodeseattle.com $53

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For even the most green-thumb-inept, terrariums are easy to make and incredibly low-maintenance. They also make pretty much the best hostess gifts or party favors ever. At The Palm Room in Ballard, you can pick up ready-made terrariums of all sizes, or let your recipient take a class and do it themselves. Whether they opt for a bug-eating carnivorous plant terrarium or a desert-scape succulent terrarium, they’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind creation and the added bonus of a total sense of calm — the shop is an absolute gem and oasis of Zen. The Palm Room 5336 Ballard Ave. NW, 206-782-7256 thepalmroom.com $50

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BALLARD It’s oh-so-easy to part with disposable income in Ballard’s cute-as-a-button restaurants, bars and boutiques. For a lot of Seattleites, this in-demand neighborhood is a weekly destination for its farmers market, but venture beyond the jam-packed stalls filled with locally sourced goodness (hello, holiday meal shopping!) and you’ll find lots of wonderful one-of-a-kind gifts. Talk with any shop owner, and you’ll quickly learn how much love and effort goes into stocking these stores with unique items. For your shopping convenience during the holiday season, many Ballard merchants will be staying open late, most until at least 8pm. HOLIDAY SEASON EVENTS Now - December 24: Reindeer Festival One of Seattle’s favorite free holiday outings: You can view two reindeer — Dasher and Blitzen — at Swanson’s Nursery (feedings at 10am and 4pm). Curley the camel will also be on hand for entertaining hijinks. And Swanson’s elves have created an amazing and unique miniature storybook scene surrounding the awesome Great Ballard Railway model train tracks. See if you can spot the whimsical surprises. Two trains run every day, keeping kids entertained. Santa is also there, as well as plenty of holiday shopping opportunities. Swanson’s Nursery, 9701 15th Ave. NW, 206-782-2543, www.swansonsnursery.com. December 8: Ballard ArtWalk Ballard has been spotlighting local artists and businesses with its Second Saturday ArtWalk since 1998. Pick up one-of-a-kind gifts for those on your list while supporting independent artists and retailers. 6-9pm. For information on participating venues and artists, visit ballardartwalk.blogspot.com and ballardartwalk.blogspot.com/p/map.html for a handy map, including participating galleries, studios and restaurants.

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December 14: Ballard Knitters for the Homeless Learn to knit, or step up your current skills. Bring yarn and needles if you have them — and some to share with those who don’t, if you can. Jody Grage is leading this group for anyone who would enjoy getting together monthly to knit simple hats and scarves for community members who do not have a warm home this winter. 7-9pm. For more information, contact Jody Grage at jodytgrage@gmail.com or call 206-718-1529. At Aster Coffee Lounge, 5615 24th Ave. NW.

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CAPITOL HILL Hipsters flock to this always-lively neighborhood just a stone’s throw from downtown for its famed bars, cafes and nightlife. And because Capitol Hill is the most densely populated neighborhood in the city, it plays out in our city’s retail favor with its diversity of small, locally owned shops and boutiques. Whether you want to buy something old (funky thrift shops reign supreme), something new, something swanky or something easy on the pocket, you will find it here. Hoof around the hill and discover a handful of different shopping areas, from Melrose Market, Broadway, the Pike/Pine corridor, to 15th Ave.

Give the Gift of Balboa Wine this Season! 1/2 price shipping of 6 bottles or more Free shipping on a full case 4169 Peppers Bridge Road Walla Walla, WA (509) 529-0461 • info@balboawinery.com

HOLIDAY SEASON EVENTS December 9: HoliGAYS wine & cocktails Poco’s annual party returns with a twist. From 3-6pm, your $20 gets you eight tastes from a great lineup of red and sparkling wines. Then, you decide whose team you’re on — Team Red or Team Sparkle. If you buy one or more bottles, they’ll throw in a cocktail for you made by their scratch bartenders, who’ll demonstrate how you’ll be able to do more with your new purchase than just pour it into a glass. POCO wine + spirits, 1408 E. Pine St., www.pocowineandspirits.com December 11: Kinky Crafting The gals at BUST Magazine are back again, this time using their craft savvy to add a sexy twist to Babeland’s seasonal décor, and they are in need of your help. Put on your best holiday sweater and swing over for an ornament-making session to deck out their holiday bush. Arrive early, because the first 10 attendees will receive gift bags with toys and a copy of BUST’s latest issue. Festivities start at 7pm. Babeland, 707 East Pike St., 206-328-2914, babeland.com, holidaybush.eventbrite.com

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Little Black Dresses Inspired by mid-century vintage designs, Lisa Vian Hunter’s Madison Park boutique, Vian Hunter House of Fashion, showcases her chic collections as well as custom clothing. Hunter was a contestant on NBC’s Fashion Star, which debuted this past spring. Although her “Trudy” dress was picked up by Macy’s and promptly sold out before the episode even aired, the designer still rules the world of Little Black Dresses with her glam, retro fashions. Vian Hunter House of Fashion 2814 E. Madison St., 206-860-5030 vianhunter.com prices vary

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December 22: Buy Last-Minute Local at Bizzare Bazaar At the 5th annual Bizarre Bazaar, you’ll find unique and funky wares for to fill those lastminute holiday shopping needs. BizBaz features gifts to fit many budget levels — jewelry made out of hardware, sexy men’s underwear, shower art, survival bracelets, badge bling, delicious Pacific Northwest-sourced snacks, not-your-mama’s wall art, playful and ecoconscious clothes, and much more. BONUS: Enjoy a well-stocked mimosa bar whilst you shop! Come early and bring cash. 11am-4pm at The Erickson Theatre, 1524 Harvard Ave.

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Free UBER Towncar Ride Who needs the hassle of holiday driving, much less having to keep tabs on your eggnog intake? Forget parking or waiting for a cab, Uber makes it super-easy to get around Seattle with just the tap of an app. Uber fares are all-inclusive — no need to tip, no exchange of cash or card is necessary. Let Uber be your on-call holiday designated driver. All you have to do is download the app and enter the promo code SEATTLEWEEKLY or sign up at uber.com/go/SEATTLEWEEKLY and your 1st ride in Seattle is FREE up to $50. Expires 12/30/12.

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Do you have a live music lover on your shopping list? They’ll love a gift card to The Triple Door. Its intimate setting, cocktail service, and Asian menu from next-door Wild Ginger make it a hip sit-down dinner club venue for catching live national acts like Maceo Parker and Hot Tuna. For happy hour and local acts, check out Musicquarium Lounge, which is like an equally classy little sister. The Triple Door 216 Union St., 206-838-4333 thetripledoor.net available in any amount

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PIKE PLACE MARKET There are few one-stop shopping destinations in Seattle that bring me such complete and total joy as Pike Place Market. It sustains my home-chef habits with local foo stuffs, provides the perfect backdrop to showcase Seattle for first-time visitors, and is my favorite stop to sip and nosh. I’ve also been turned on to more than a few local artisans selling their handcrafted, made-with-oodles-oflove wares here. My advice: Plan a day at Pike Place Market on your holiday retail itinerary. Stock up on all your edible entertaining needs, snag some one-of-a-kind gifts and treat yourself to lunch or happy hour while you’re there. Just be sure to stop and sniff the flowers at the many festive stalls along the way.

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December 6 and 13: Post Alley Wine Hop Join The Tasting Room for their weekly $4-a-glass pour menu. Each Thursday, the staff will select four wines that “speak to them” to be featured on the Wine Hop menu from 5-7pm. The Tasting Room, 1924 Post Alley, 206-770-9463 (WINE), tastingroomseattle.com C

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Shoe and Accessories If someone on your lists is looking for comfortable yet fashionable shoes, like La Canadienne, Born, Merrell and Keen, they’ll love a gift card to The Woolly Mammoth. The small shop on “The Ave” is well-stocked with fashion-forward, functional footwear that won’t break ankles. Or your budget. Validated parking is available at any UDPA lot. The Woolly Mammoth 4303 University Way, 206-632-3254 woollymammothshoes.com gift cards available in any amount

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Chi-Chi 12-Strand Necklace In 2008, James Minola and Chelsea Green began to design and produce a line of in-house products called Grain. Created as sustainably as possible in the Pacific Northwest or in collaboration with artisan communities in Guatemala, their best-selling item to date has been a recyclable shower curtain that does not off-gas. Although we think this is really cool, we’re guessing that most people don’t put shower curtains on their holiday wish list. Instead, we recommend Grain’s Chi-Chi necklace named after the famous Chichicastenango Market, known by many as the most colorful market in North America. Grain 206-965-9302, graindesign.com $152

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For the glassware enthusiast, check out these bike-themed glasses at Butter Home. We love the simplicity of the screen-printed design and sturdiness of the vessel. Perfect for kicking back a pint with friends, because everyone knows that beer and bikes make for an awesome gift. Butter Home 1531 Melrose Ave., 206-623-2626 butterhomeseattle.com $12 each or two for $22

Erickson Longboards’ gorgeous handmade longboards, crafted from fallen trees and reclaimed hardwood, are geared for a long, smooth ride. They offer a slick alternative to driving while still being kind to the environment. They also turn the longboard scraps into super-cool cutting boards and butcher blocks. Call for locations or to set an appointment, 206-659-7105 ericksonlongboards.com $299

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Having a hot tub an awesome backyard addition living in the precipitation-prone Pacific Northwest. For those with hot-tubwishes, but limited by space constraints or budgets, there’s a solution — Hot Tub Boats. Year-round, rain or shine, you can gather five of your besties, put on a bathing suit and soak your way around Lake Union and Portage Bay. Boats are also available for overnight rentals and purchase. Hot Tub Boats 2520 Westlake Ave. N, 206-747-4362 hottubboats.com $139/hour and up

For the serial spa-goer on your list, Gene Juarez Salon & Spa has an ahh-mazing assortment of gifts. For the gal who never misses a mani, give the “You Deserve Pampering” package, which includes a 60-minute Tranquility Massage, Petite Facial with choice of Skin Care Masque, Classic Manicure and Petite Pedicure. Check their website for holiday offers starting at $75, which can be purchased at any salon location or online. Gene Juarez Salons & Spas genejuarez.com $225, gift cards available in any amount

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UNIVERSITY DISTRICT AND U VILLAGE If you are looking for a blend of locally owned shops intermixed with smaller boutique brands, head over to the University District. Here, shoppers can meander the area for quirky purchases, like secondhand thrifted clothes, gargoyles (yes!), obscure movie titles and other “accessories.” Or spend the day perusing dozens of wonderful shops and hitting the many holiday-themed events at the open-air University Village (umbrellas provided). HOLIDAY SEASON EVENTS Now – December 24: Visit Santa (pets too!) Get your picture taken with Santa in his very own cabin (located near Fran’s Chocolates in U Village). Through December 13: Mon-Sat 10am-8pm & Sun 10am-7pm. December 14-23: 9am-9pm daily. On Mondays, bring your pet for a picture with Santa and 10% of sales will benefit the Seattle Humane Society. Please note that Santa takes a break from 2-3pm each day. Visit uvillage.com/santa for more info. December 8: U District Farmers Market Wreath Making Produced by the Neighborhood Farmers Market Alliance, the U District Farmers Market operates on Saturdays from 9am-2pm in the south lot of the University Heights Community Center located at 5031 University Way NE. On December 8, from 10am to 2pm, the Seattle Parks Department will donate piles of evergreen branches and clippings for your wreath and other swag-making pleasure. Free fun for all ages. Every Saturday in December: Very Merry Saturdays at Madewell Stop by Madewell at U Village from 1-4pm every Saturday in December for fun in-store festivities, including a complimentary braid bar and Madewell manicures. www.madewell.com. Now – December 19: Winter Wishes at U Village Donate a gift to a kid in need. Visit the Winter Wish trees outside of Bryn Walker and Headlines Salon to pick a tag off the tree and purchase a gift for a child in need this holiday season. Gifts benefit families from Boyer Children’s Clinic, Childhaven, Children’s Home Society, Compass Housing Alliance (HomeStep), Friends of Youth, Sand Point Family Housing, University District Food Bank, Wallingford Boys & Girls Club and YouthCare. Unwrapped gifts should be dropped off in the gift box no later than Wednesday, Dec. 19.

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December 12: Menorah Lighting Celebrate at the U Village’s annual Hanukkah gathering. The fun is complete with klezmer music by the KlezKidz and dreidels and Hanukkah gelt for the kids. The Menorah Lighting takes place in the pavilion outside of The North Face and Mrs. Cook’s. 6pm.

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Mugs Retrofit Home stocks all sorts of cool home furnishings and accessories, but sometimes a custom sofa or rug just isn’t suitable for everyone on your holiday list. Instead, we steer toward the mod shop’s books, candles, clocks, toys and tsotchkes, like this Kings Road Redux Mug made by Northwesterner, Rosanna Bowles. We love the luxe Baroque embellishments, like crowns emblazoned in 24k gold. Four asssorted low modern baroque mugs in a gift box. Retrofit Home 1103 East Pike St., 206-568-4663 retrofithome.com $49.95

Vintage Books Arundel Books carries a truly diverse stock of used and rare books specializing in art, photography, architecture, design, and literature including original editions. Shoppers at Arundel Books this year have been asking for everything from Charles Bukowski to high-end photography books to leather-bound first editions by Charles Dickens - which is timely because they just so happen to have a huge stock of vintage Dickens right now... Arundel Books 214 First Avenue S, 206-624-4442 arundelbookstores.com prices vary

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Letters from Wishing Rock is the first novel in the Wishing Rock series by local author Pam Stucky. What would happen if everyone in town lived in the same building? Ruby Parker is about to find out. Online dating, a group trip to Scotland, a discussion about dogwinkles, a fateful hoedown, and friendships old and new, all interspersed with recipes from some of the town’s best cooks, make Wishing Rock come alive in this delightful and insightful look at life, love, relationships, and community. (CreateSpace, 2011) Wishing Rock General Store pamstucky.weebly.com $14.99

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December 1– 8, 2012 Hours vary. Visit WholeHealth.BastyrCenter.net for details. The Bastyr Dispensary at Bastyr Center for Natural Health 3670 Stone Way N., Seattle • 206.834.4114

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Every Pacific Northwesterner knows the secret to winter-weather success lies in layering. Built for aerobic activities, Outdoor Research’s Centifuge Jacket features wind and weather-resistant hard-faced fleece on the front, but a breathable fleece on the back and underarms. The combo creates a perfect balance to maintain a comfortable experience whatever the activity. Available for men and women. Outdoor Research 2203 1st Ave. S, 206-971-1496 outdoorresearch.com $125

From school to sleepovers, Dabbawalla backpacks will kit even the most roughand-tumble of kids in style. Simple designs pop with colorful monkeys, cats, flowers, and crayons, while an eco-sponge neoprene exterior keeps bags safe from dirt, spills and stains. This Seattle-based company employs sewing workers who earn fair wages in safe working conditions and does business with companies who support this commitment. Clover Toys 5333 Ballard Ave. NW, 206-782-0715 clovertoys.com $40

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Cousins and business partners, Erica Nelson-Sheehan and Dustin Nelson feature hand-picked jewelry and accessory artists, focusing on one-of-a-kind pieces. They also design the boutique’s private collection, which includes fabulously androgynous handmade silk and wool vests inspired by a men’s tuxedo waistcoat from the early 1900s. Nothing screams sexy on a woman quite like a tailored menswear piece that accentuates all the right curves. Hitchcock Madrona 1406 34th Ave., 206-838-7173 hitchcockmadrona.com $385

Step up onto a custom-engineered bike and ride as hard as you dare. Each workout lasts 45 or 60 minutes and includes climbs and descents, while working arms with weighted bars. Stadium-style seating makes every spot a good one, while in-house DJs keep adrenaline pumping with their unique mix of music. Looking for a new workout in the New Year? This indoor cycling class will make your standard issue spinning class seem pretty tame. Bellevue location, too. Flywheel Sports 224 Westlake Ave. N, 206-402-4819 flywheelsports.com $25 and up

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Fresh Handcrafted Rotating Kebab Meats Locally Baked Turkish-German Style Flatbread House-Made Sauces and Fresh Produce Come down and have a döner Pioneer Square Mon-Tues: 11am - 4pm Wed-Sat: 11am - 7pm (206) 838 0339 221 1st Ave S Seattle, WA 98104 South Lake Union Mon-Fri 11am - 9pm Sat 11am - 9pm (206) 838 5032 428 Westlake Ave N Seattle, WA 98109

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PIONEER SQUARE This vibrant neighborhood in the southwest corner of downtown is truly the historic heart of Seattle. Its main plaza and many surrounding blocks boast beautifully restored buildings designed in the Second Renaissance Revival, Beaux-Arts Classical, and Richardsonian-Romanesque styles and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Among its many bars, restaurants, small shops and edgy grit, shoppers can find worldclass art galleries and a taste of local culture. For sports enthusiasts, this neighborhood is a convenient (and scenic) walk from Safeco and Qwest Fields. The holiday season is always a mighty fine time to soak up all that this very walkable neighborhood has to offer. HOLIDAY SEASON EVENTS December 6: Dogs on Parade, Howliday Style Come see the Howliday Style Dog Parade and Tree Lighting in Occidental Park on Thursday, Dec. 6 starting at 5pm where one costumed dog will be honored as Pioneer Square Dog of the Year. Register your dog for the costume contest and parade at dogsonparade2.eventbrite.com. December 6: Pioneer Square Artwalk Find the perfect handmade gifts by visiting the Pioneer Square Artwalk. Bonus – Between 5 and 10pm you can park for free in three Pioneer Square parking lots – Frye Parking Garage at 117 3rd Ave S., Pioneer Square Garage at 74 S. Jackson St., or Merrill Place Garage at 72 S. King St. Simply visit a restaurant, gallery, store, or go to Milepost 31 at 211 1st Ave. S. before 8pm to receive a voucher and hand it to the parking attendant when exiting the garage. December 31: Underworld New Year’s Eve Party Ring in the New Year with a special Underworld New Year’s Eve champagne party hosted by the world-famous Underground Tour, an adults-only stroll through the old red-light district of the abandoned underground city that was Seattle’s birthplace. A lust-filled version of the Underground Tour, the Underworld Tour is seamier, raunchier and totally inappropriate! After the tour, you’ll join in the countdown to midnight with a champagne toast in a beautifully restored 19th-century saloon, Doc Maynard’s Public House, on Pioneer Park in Pioneer Square. A $25 / 21+ admission. Price includes a cocktail, plus glass of champagne at midnight. Purchase advance tickets online at vwww.undergroundtour.com, by phone at 206682-4646, or at the ticket booth at 608 1st Ave.

BUY LOCAL R&L Goods Notebooks Designed in collaboration with design studio Piano Nobile, R&L Goods’ line includes limited-edition, hand-printed textiles ranging from wallets to refillable notebooks. Their 100% handmade, refillable notebooks are sized to fit Moleskine softcover journals. Blank journal and pencil included; a colored elastic-band closure keeps your jottings safe. R&L Goods Notebooks randlgoods.bigcartel.com $24 and up

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Body Products Ward off dry winter skin with Olivina’s line of moisturizing body products. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Northern California wine country, ingredients include grapeseed and extra virgin olive oils, along with pure shea butter, coconut oil, sweet almond, and rose-hip seed oils. Bonus: These subtly scented products are free from chemical parabens, preservatives and sodium lauryl sulfate. Three Birds Home & Gifts 2107 Queen Anne Ave. N, 206-686-7664 threebirdshome.com $8.50-$21

Red Delicious iPad Sleeves Pimp your tech toys with custom-made padded sleeves that fits all three generations of iPad, as well as Kindles, Nooks and 7” mini devices. Pick your fabric and style, and designer Emma Roscoe will stitch it up to your specifications and send it out. Take note; orders can take a week to process. For readymade styles, as well as super-cute everyday and laptop bags, go see Emma at Pike Place Market on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Red Delicious Bags & Accessories Pike Place Market (north end of the main arcade), 206-402-8697 reddeliciousbags.com $34

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Canadian textile designer Virginia Johnson paints all of her original illustrations with watercolors. She then works with artisans in India, who silk-screen the prints onto lightweight wool gauze scarves to be enjoyed year-round. Find Johnson’s works and other lesser-known designers at Juniper, a delightful, European-style shop in Madrona. In addition to her stylish finds, we love that owner Lisa Clinton, also fosters kitties as part of her mission to support the Seattle Animal Shelter. Juniper 3314 E. Spring St., 206-838-7496 juniperinmadrona.com $195

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Nufoot We love these pull-on, non-skid neoprene footies for their multiple uses. Stretchable, washable, and available in a rainbow of colors, this minimalist footwear is great for working out, wearing on a plane, or as a stylish slipper substitute. A steal at less than a Hamilton, they’re the perfect stocking stuffer for everyone on your list. Northwest Art & Frame 4733 California Ave. SW, 206-937-5507 facebook.com/northwestartandframe $9.99

Two Trading Tigers Consignment Boutique and Gift Shop Lake Forest Park Town Center Mon 12:30-5:30pm, Tues - Sat 10-5:30pm Thurs 10-7pm, Sun 10:30-3:30pm 206-440-5598 Berliner Döner Kabob Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer for the sports fan who enjoys prepping for the live SODO action in Pioneer Square? Give the gift of a Berliner Doner Kabob gift certificate. These folks put a unique German twist on the traditional Turkish lamb gyro sandwich, serving lamb or chicken options on a seeded flatbread with an addictive garlicky yogurt sauce. These wonderful sandwiches are guaranteed to soak up a bit of the booze to keep your fanatic going strong for a long time. Berliner Doner Kabob Pioneer Square, 221 1st Ave. S and South Lake Union, 428 Westlake Ave. berlinerseattle.com $5.99 and up

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Just in time for the holiday shopping season, local retailer Nordstrom opened another outpost of its deeply discounted sibling, Nordstrom Rack, at the Northgate Mall. At more than 41,000 square feet, the new space is stocked with deals on high-end brands like Theory, Marc Jacobs and John Varvatos. Nordstrom Rack Northgate 401 NE Northgate Way, Suite #304 206-641-3300, shop.nordstrom.com Prices vary

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I’m gonna cut straight to the chase here. Seattle is a pretty kick-ass bites-and-booze town. And no, we don’t need a season of Top Chef filmed here to say it’s so (although it does make me warm and fuzzy every time Seattle makes it to the national media stage). I lived in Seattle for a stint nearly a decade ago (I’ll save the relationship-gone-bad saga for another time), then headed back to California, before deciding the Pacific Northwest was the place for me to be. This city’s understated (and often underappreciated) food cred is one of the main reasons why I love this place so much.

Operation: Make Spencer Move started early one Saturday morning in Capitol Hill, where I plied him with Marination Mobile’s Kalbi Beef and Spicy Pork Tacos. No one, and I mean no one, has the willpower to say no to the Nunya Sauce. Next up, I made a major miscalculation of Off the Rez’s route and schedule; so instead, we headed to Molly Moon’s for some pre-noon scoops. Salted licorice ice cream and a quick walk around Cal Anderson Park helped solidify our next stop: Where Ya At Matt. We loaded up on Po’ Boys at the N’awlins-inspired food truck and headed to Fremont Peak Park for an impromptu picnic and views of Ballard’s boats, marinas and waterways. I had officially played the maritime card. From there, we put our name on the waiting list at Ray’s Cafe for a prized patio seat on the unusually sunny afternoon before braving the lines across the street at Paseo for an almighty Cuban Roast Pork Sandwich. Just as the sandwich was secured, my cell phone rang and our table was ready, so I stashed the greasy mess in my purse for later consumption. I waxed poetic on all the fab virtues of Seattle over oysters, margaritas and smoked salmon skewers until we were stuffed and ready for our next stop: Hilliard’s Beer. If you want to motivate the male gender to do anything, I’ve learned that waving beer like a carrot works wonders. I’m not saying Spencer is in any way like a rabbit, but he did seem to enjoy sipping his way through the tasting-room selections. Oh, and having his photo taken with the brewery’s beer vending machine was a definite highlight. Hello, who wouldn’t like beer on demand? All in all, my day of full-court culinary press was a success. And guess what? Spencer signed a lease and made the move to Seattle a few weeks ago. I know his professional career may have played some part in this decision, but I’d like to think the promise of tasty food trucks, cheap happy hours and incomparable seafood left an indelible impression on his mind. I only hope his constitutionals are prepared for what’s to come. When it comes to bites and booze in our fair city, what are your favorites? I’ve shared many of my favorite consumable favorites in this holiday gift guide, but please feel free to send me a tweet at @charynpfeuffer along with the hashtag #seattleweekly. Oh, and if you feel like turning a Seattle newcomer onto something new and delicious, you can always add Spencer to the social media mix via @spencerspellman. Thank you in advance for your culinary kindness, and here’s to a tasty holiday season.

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So when my dear food, life, and travel-loving friend, Spencer Spellman of The Traveling Philosopher (thetravelingphilosopher.com), confessed he was contemplating a move to Seattle, I pulled out all the show, tell and taste stops. You see, I’ve had chef friends schedule layovers in Emerald City so I could work my marathon-eating tour de force magic on them. Usually, it just takes a dozen oysters and bottle of bubbly to have them fall to their knees. The idea of having a whole day to woo a potential Pacific Northwesterner tickled me.

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BITES & BOOZE Coaster Set Don’t let wine-glass rings ruin your table — slide a stylish wood coaster under there and drink easy. These amazing, real wood coasters from Spitfire Girl come in a beautiful, readyto-gift handmade wood box with a sliding top to display your set all the time. Love it, share it and buy it for a friend, because every table can benefit from pretty accessories. Sip and Ship 1752 NW Market St., 206-789-4488 & 8560 Greenwood Ave. N, 206-783-4299 sipandship.com $43.75

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The Seasonal Cocktail Companion Despite our belief that boozing knows no season, The Seasonal Cocktail Companion: 100 Recipes and Projects for Four Seasons of Drinking is a season-by-season toolkit for stocking your bar straight from the farmers market. From rhubarb bitters in the springtime to Horchata nog in the summer, local spirits expert Maggie Savarino gives you the tools to infuse your bar with flavorful character. (Sasquatch Books, 2011) The Elliott Bay Book Company 1521 10th Ave., 206-624-6600 elliottbaybook.com $18.95

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Scrappy’s Bitters Gift Box You’ve seen Scrappy’s Bitters grace the bars of your favorite fancy watering holes. Now bring this can’t-live-without cocktail ingredient home. This perfect starter gift of old-fashioned bitters for the home or commercial bartender contains: Cardamom, Chocolate, Grapefruit and Orange flavors. And since they want you to achieve mixology success, there’s a recipe card stashed inside each box to get your creative juices (and the cocktails!) flowing. Wine World and Spirits 400 NE 45th St., 206-402-6086 wineworldspirits.com $25.95

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Cupcake Royale has cooked up the most incredible Bacon Crack, perfect for your bacon-loving friends and family and a great topping for any ice cream sundae. Sneak it under the tree or stuff it in a stocking; this lovely jar of bacon brittle is the number one gift for salty-sweet lovers. Don’t believe how good it is? Ask for a sample at any Cupcake Royale cafe. Cupcake Royale cafes in Ballard, Capitol Hill, Madrona, West Seattle & Bellevue cupcakeroyale.com $9.50

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Holiday Flavors: Pumpkin Gingersnap Eggnog Spiced Apple Pie

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BITES & BOOZE Age-Your-Own-Whiskey Kit

Huckleberry Cordial

Making whiskey is a fairly simple process, and this DIY kit makes it really easy to distill your favorite brown liquor at home. The kit comes with everything you need to craft two 750ml bottles of 110 proof White Dog un-aged whiskey, including a two-liter aging barrel, pouring funnel, two tasting glasses and step-by-step instructions. Because of the small barrel size, the aging process is significantly accelerated making nicely aged whiskey available in 3-6 months (you be the judge!). Since we’re all about recycling, the aging barrel can be refilled and reused multiple times. Woodinville Whiskey Co. 16110 Woodinville Redmond Rd. NE, Ste. 3 425-486-1199, woodinvillewhiskeyco.com $149.95

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Anything from Hot Cakes We’re on our knees for pretty much anything Autumn Martin makes at Hot Cakes Molten Chocolate Cakery. There’s no such thing as a bad holiday gift coming from her cute-asa-button Ballard shop. But if we had to play favorites, we’d ply all the sweet teeth on our list with her super-boozy Rye Whiskey Caramel Sauce (made with Old Overholt, aka Mommy Juice), in-house Smoked Chocolate Chips, Northwest Chocolate-Coated (crack!) Hazelnuts, or for the kiddies, a S’mores Cookie Kit that would make Hershey’s cry uncle. Hot Cakes 5427 Ballard Ave. NW, 206-420-3431 getyourhotcakes.com about $10 and up

Bainbridge Organic Distillers Usually when people talk terroir, they’re referring to where wine grapes are grown. Not the distillers at Bainbridge Organic Distillers, who are taking full advantage of their island location to distill the state’s first USDA Certified organic vodka, gin and whiskey. Take a fun day trip to the distillery — open Monday through Saturday from noon to 5pm — for tastings and holiday retail purchases. A boozy detour makes shopping 10 times more bearable. See website for complete list of local retailers. Bainbridge Organic Distillers 9727 Coppertop Loop NE, 206-842-3184 bainbridgedistillers.com prices vary

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Planning a party? Stop by Taylor Shellfish in the Melrose Building for all your shellfish needs. Or, if you want to send a taste of Pacific Northwest to friends near and far, visit their website for shipping options. For a real treat, try the Shigoku oysters, the suspension-grown and tumbled-by-tide pet project of 88-yearold patriarch Justin Taylor. For shipping, visit www.taylorshellfishstore.com. Taylor Shellfish Farms 1521 Melrose Ave., 206-501-4321 taylormelrose.com prices vary

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Shortbread Collection

Looking for the perfect pairing or bottle of wine to take to a holiday soiree? Ask the wine experts at Bottlehouse for a hand-curated recommendation from around the Pacific Northwest. For an impromptu hostess gift, pick up the BH Prosecco Kit. And while you’re there, take a shopping breather to indulge in small plates, cured meats and a thoughtful list of cheeses. Bottlehouse 1416 34th Ave., 206-708-7164 bottlehouseseattle.com available in any amount

We swoon for the variety of fun flavors in the cookie|box| Shortbread Collection. Named for some sweet lovin’ friends, the Carolyn is made with dark, dense Valrhona chocolate, the Hayes is a fancy hazelnut-and-vanillabean combo, and the Emma brings the savory flavors of thyme and lime to its cornmeal crunch. Delivery is available in the greater Seattle Metro and Bellevue area for a small fee. cookie|box| cookieboxseattle.com $10 per dozen

Cutie Pies

The holidays are a time to celebrate and indulge in baked goods warm from the oven. Unfortunately for the gluten-sensitive, seasonal pleasures such as sugar cookies and mincemeat tarts have been off-limits. Enter Gluten-Free Baking for the Holidays. Jeanne Sauvage, Seattleite and author of the popular blog Art of Gluten-Free Baking, has perfected 60 gluten-free recipes with all the flavors of their wheat-filled counterparts. Now everyone can pull up a chair to the holiday table with comfort and joy. (Chronicle Books, 2012) Whole Foods Market 1026 NE 64th St., 206-985-1500 wholefoodsmarket.com $24.95

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Cutie Pies features recipes for 40 delicious sweet and savory snack-size pies, following one of the hottest trends in food: tiny desserts. Barista and businesswoman Dani Cone presents 40 exclusive recipes inspired by the unique line of compact pastries she serves at her Seattle-based Fuel Coffee and High 5 Pie locations. Illustrated throughout with mouthwatering, full-color photographs, Cone’s easy-to-follow recipes enable bakers everywhere to create these tiny treats with big flavor. (Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2011) High Five Pie 1400 12th Ave., 206-695-2284 high5pie.com $16.99

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BITES & BOOZE Chocolate Covered Cherries

Eating Tour

Here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re a bit spoiled by some of the world’s greatest cherries. So how do you make a terrific little stone fruit even tastier? You put ‘em in the hands of Chukar Cherries, who transform these sweet little orbs into confections covered in chocolate. This year, they’ve boxed up a Ho Ho Holiday Original Assortment, which features nearly a dozen variety of these sweet treats in flavors like Amaretto Rainiers, Black Forest Cherries, Cherry Bings, and Milk Chocolate Classic Cherries. Chukar Cherries 1529 Pike Place, Pike Place Market 206-623-8043, chukar.com $23.95

Looking for a gift for your favorite foodie? Let self-proclaimed “gastroguide and raconteur” Bryce Lathrop lead you on a White Moustache Urban Adventure Co. Eating Tour On Wheels. For at least two hours and a minimum of four stops, you’ll explore Seattle’s tastiest neighborhoods, stopping for substantial bites along the way. This unique immersible experience is like seeing the city with your best in-the-know friend who only shares the best restaurants. White Moustache Urban Adventure Co. 19011 8th Ave. NE, 206-552-0950 whitemoustache.com $200 and up

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Pulling an all -nighter? USE DUFFY’S BREW CRAFT BEER SHAMPOO.

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‘Twas the night before Christmas and all across the land, there was plenty of celebrating with Diamond Knot beer in hand. The growlers were all stuffed under the tree with fine care, in hopes that the morning would soon be ‘nere.

We reserved a small amount of our 2011 Wee Heavy winter ale for this special bottling. Aged in oak bourbon barrels for 6 months, the beer has flavors that bring to mind currants, caramel, and of course, bourbon. Enjoy!

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CHEERS TO NORTHWEST BEERS!

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Now your recipient can walk into their favorite bottle market or brewery with a lifetime leather six-pack. Composed of leather rings riveted together and riveted to a central masonite handle, this strippeddown, minimalist beer box has been unofficially named “The Spartan Carton.” How cool is that? Chihuly Garden and Glass 305 Harrison St., 206-753-4940 chihulygardenandglass.com $85

As Seattle’s oldest brewpub, Big Time has been serving the UW community since 1988 and winning plenty of medals at the Great American Beer Festival along the way. Win over the beer lovers on your list with Beer Boxes, a one-gallon bag-in-box “Party-Pak,” 22 oz. bottles of Big Time’s four standard brews, or a half-gallon growler. Big Time Brewery & Alehouse 4133 University Way NE, 206-545-4509 bigtimebrewery.com available in any amount

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For authentic German sausages in a unique array of flavors and styles, check out Uli’s Famous Sausages in Pike Place Market. Operated by Uli Lengenberg (with capable assistants, of course). Uli is a specially trained and certified Meister from the German region of Westphalia, an area known locally as “Sausage Country.” If you live in Seattle, you can order Uli’s Famous Sausages on Amazon Fresh. Or pick up some links in person. Praise the lard! Uli’s Famous Sausage Pike Place Market, 1511 Pike Place 206-839-1000, ulisfamoussausage.com gift certificates available in any amount

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“When I think of Winter/Christmas/Holiday beers, I usually think of beers that are either a little higher in alcohol to settle in and keep warm with or that maybe have some kind of warming spice component to them. Belgian ales easily fit those characteristics. Some of my favorites are: Het Anker Gouden Carolus Noel ($11.99, 750ml). Big, rich and rummy malt body with a strong spicy anise flavor. Rich and warming, a Bottleworks favorite.” — Shaughn O’Keefe, manager at Bottleworks in Wallingford Bottleworks 1710 N 45th St., 206-633-BIER bottleworksbeerstore.blogspot.com prices vary

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Sweeten the holiday season with the gift of a Rusty’s Famous Cheesecake. Named “Best Dessert in Western Washington 2012” by KING-5, go for the original New Yorkstyle Esther’s Classic Cheesecake. Rusty Federman learned this recipe from his mother, and it is oh-so-good. Looking for the perfect hostess gift? Pick up a Rusty’s artisan gourmet cheesecake available in the freezer compartment at Freshy’s Seafood Market on Mercer Island. Rusty’s Famous Cheesecake 206-708-5198 rustysfamouscheesecake.com prices vary

No matter what time of day, you can expect to wait in line. D’Ambrosio features ultracreamy versions of every flavor you’ve fantasized about, but it’s the pistachio, made from a Sicilian variety produced near the Etna volcano, that tickles the taste buds of true-blue gelato lovers. Ask any Seattleite, and they’ll tell you that the road to Utopia is paved with D’Ambrosio’s made-from-scratch gelato. Try the Torta al Formaggio (Cheesecake). D’Ambrosio Gelato Ballard, 5339 Ballard Ave. NW & Capitol Hill, 1542 12th Ave. dambrosiogelato.com $10 and up

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Every expression of The Balvenie is related through the distinctive honeyed taste we achieve through our five rare crafts. But like any family, each one has its own individual character.

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Camera Flask

For the wino who wants instant gratification. This handy device perfectly aerates any wine from your lightest Pinot Noir to your most robust Bordeaux. Just pick an aeration setting from zero to six hours, pour it through the nifty gadget to decant and drink it down. Best part? You’re being enabled by a Seattle-based company. Sixth Avenue Wine Sellar 600 Pine St. (3rd floor of Pacific Place) 206-621-2669 sixthavenuewineseller.com $40

Everybody loves booze, right? Because alcohol and covert photography go hand in hand, consider this classic-shaped flask made from stainless steel. Whether your brother is a whiskey-in-the-woods kind of guy or your best gal pal is a soft-drink-spiker-at-themovies type, this flask is camera-ready for all of the imbibers on your list. Want to step up your present? Throw in a side of hooch. Sur La Table 84 Pine St., 206-448-2244 surlatable.com $24.95

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Black Heron Spirits Based in West Richland, this small Washington distillery helmed by Joel Tefft, winemaker of Tefft Cellars, specializes in hand-crafted spirits, or “Christmas in a bottle,” as their website touts. Make your favorite Bloody Mary drinker happy this holiday season with a bottle of Brushfire Pepper Vodka. In an unusual twist, they also make Brandy and Grappa. See website for complete list of local retailers. Capco Beverages 4100 SW Alaska Ste. A, 206-933-3416 blackheronspirits.com $30 and up for spirits

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With over a decade of experience raising, slaughtering, butchering, curing, preserving, cooking, and eating grass-fed animal products, Vashon Island’s Sea Breeze Farm has developed an extensive repertoire of techniques for capturing the essence of the field in their exquisite Butchery by Hand classes. Learn time-honored techniques for stocking your pantry and larder that will impress friends, and more importantly, pop with flavor. Sea Breeze Farm 17635 100th Ave. SW, 206-567-4628 seabreezefarm.net $95 and up

WINES AND CIDERS Vortex Cellars

Stop by our Woodinville tasting room and give us a swirl. Bring or mention this ad before the end of January 2013 for a complimentary tasting. 19501 144th Ave NE, D500-A • Woodinville, WA

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THE PICCOLA TOTE: WINE-TO-GO IN HANDY DANDY FORMAT The Best Washington wine in eco-friendly package. Use Promo code Gift15 for 15% off totes at online store: STORE.PICCOLAWINE.COM www.PiccolaWine.com

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WINES! Burien’s new wine shop

Affordable, award winning and limited production NW wines. Tues - Sat 12 - 6 601 SW 152nd St. Burien, 206-246-WINE

Free tasting and 10% off a bottle of wine. Expires March 2013.

New Tasting Room 19501 144th Ave NE Suite C1200 , Woodinville

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Give the Gift of Balboa Wine this Season! 1/2 price shipping of 6 bottles or more Free shipping on a full case 4169 Peppers Bridge Road Walla Walla, WA (509) 529-0461 • info@balboawinery.com

Bainbridge Island’s UltimateWine Experience! An easy 5 minute walk from the Bainbridge Ferry terminal.

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BITES & BOOZE

“Best Destination Restaurant 2012”

Sound Spirits Aquavit

Martha Stewart Living

A.J. Rathbun of Seattle Magazine named Sound Spirits Aquavit one of “5 Best New Washington Spirits.” Sound Spirits’ founder and distiller Steven Stone honors this Scandinavian favorite by keeping the recipe fairly traditional using herbaceous caraway and dill with a twist of coriander, fennel and green anise. No one flavor overwhelms making the end result perfectly balanced and charmingly complex. So raise a glass, say “skal” and savor the slight burn. Sound Spirits Distillery 1630 15th Ave. W, 206-651-5166 drinksoundspirits.com $34.95

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Japanese Mandoline Kathy Casey is always cooking up the fun so of course, we want know about this foodie’s “can’t-live-without-it” culinary gadgets. Casey slices paper-thin fruits and veggies with one such gadget — her Benriner Japanese mandoline. Three easily-changeable blades (fine, medium, coarse) made it a breeze to shred or julienne everything short of meat. And since we’re all about safety, there’s a finger guard included. Kathy Casey Food Studios 5130 Ballard Ave NW, 206-784-7840 kathycasey.com $34.95

Foods Jams, Jellies & Sauces Local mom Rebecca Staffel has turned artisanal jams, jellies and sauces into musthave pantry items. Need some inspiration this holiday season? Pair some Deluxe Spiced Plum Jam with roast poultry or roast pork, stir it into yogurt and granola, or make a cocktail snack with blue cheese and crackers. Staffel’s Gingered-Rhubarb Jam was a winner of the prestigious 2011 Good Food Award ( judged by the grand dames of the culinary world, Alice Waters and Ruth Reichl). Book Larder 4252 Fremont Ave. N, 206-397-4271 deluxe-foods.com, $12 and up

Delicious, Organic Affordable Vegetarian meals delivered to your home or work. Go to Amazon Fresh and ﬁnd some of our meals there! 307 W. McGraw Street Seattle www.LuckyPalate.com

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Shipped in from the homeland of Hawaii, Marination mai kai boasts an authentic shave ice machine. If shave ice doesn’t scream aloha, their high octane cocktails, like a lychee margarita, a jalapeno kamikaze, and a rum-laden “Mai Kai” will. We Seattleites may be faced with months of gray, but a stop at Marination mai kai will spread some sunshine — even if it’s in a delicious liquid format. We aren’t picky. Marination mai kai 1660 Harbor Ave. SW Gift cards available in any amount

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BITES & BOOZE Tatoosh Bourbon

Food Lovers’ Guide

Using a Southern family moonshine recipe, traditional distilling techniques, and Pacific Northwest ingredients, Seattle-based Tatoosh Distillery has crafted an exceptionally versatile liquor. Neat, on the rocks, or subbed for whiskey or rye in drinks such as a Manhattan (adjust the other ingredients to compensate for the much drier bourbon), your recipient will love this 100-year-old recipe. Independent Liquor & Wine Westwood Village, 511 SW Trenton St. 206-402-5363, tatooshdistilery.com $49

When it’s time to take the in-laws out to dinner or your girlfriend on a sexy date, who do you turn to for a spot-on recommendation? Why, Foodportunity founder and local gal-in-the-food-know Keren Brown, of course. This ultimate guide to Seattle’s food scene provides the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy and celebrate local culinary offerings. Book Larder 4252 Fremont Ave. N, 206-397-4271 booklarder.com $14.95

GLASSHOUSE STUDIO Unique handmade glass art & gifts From Seattle’s oldest Glassblowing studio

Pioneer Square Mon-Tues: 11am - 4pm Wed-Sat: 11am - 7pm (206) 838 0339 221 1st Ave S Seattle, WA 98104

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Fresh Handcrafted Rotating Kebab Meats Locally Baked Turkish-German Style Flatbread House-Made Sauces and Fresh Produce Come down and have a döner

311 Occidental Ave S • 206-682-9939 glasshouse-studio.com

South Lake Union Mon-Fri 11am - 9pm Sat 11am - 9pm (206) 838 5032 428 Westlake Ave N Seattle, WA 98109

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Arundel Books Over 10,000 Art & Photo books

“A girl should be two things, classy and fabulous”

1000’s of 1st Editions • Dickens to Bukowski

Come visit our expanded new location in Pioneer Square’s Grand Central Building 214/216 1st Ave. S (lower level) Seattle 98104 • 206.624.4442

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Give the Gift of Chocolate! [ vintage, baby! ]

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Chef and Father Online Cooking

Hello, Seattle saké lovers. Let us introduce you to Johnnie Stroud and his wife Taiko. They’ve brought the first premium saké shop and tasting bar to the U.S., Saké Nomi, which literally means “saké only,” and planted it in our very own Pioneer Square. Each week brings a new menu of saké. Most recently, they’ve offered two fantastic, approachable and affordable junmai: Koshi no Homare Nami (“Wave”) from Niigata, and Bijofu (“The Gentleman”) from Kochi prefecture. Swing by, ask questions and gift your friends some delicious saké. Saké Nomi 76 South Washington St., 206-467-7253 sakenomi.us prices vary

Greg Johnson, a Seattle-based chef & filmmaker was faced with a new cooking challenge when his first daughter turned 6 months old: How to prepare fresh, organic solid food for his little one. When she took her first bite of the food he’d prepared and seemed to enjoy it, Johnson was hooked and started crafting fun and healthful ways to cook for kids and, more importantly, new techniques to make it easy on parents. Membership to his online site offers monthly recipes, fun how-to tutorials (often featuring his sweet little girls taking charge) and an abundance of insights on how to get your kids to eat real foods. Greg Johnson, Chef and Father chefandfather.com $1.99 per month

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We’re getting down to the wire and I know some of you (okay, many of you, including pretty much every male in my life) still have some shopping to do. If you haven’t started to tackle your “to shop” holiday list, that’s perfectly okay: there’s still time. I’m not here to scold you, but instead to extend an inspirational retail life jacket. Here are some 11th-hour picks that tend to be of the little-black-dress, make-every-gift-recipient-happy variety. If you still find yourself stumped, here are a few quick guidelines to consider: When in doubt, give booze; women will never say no to chocolate; and you can never go wrong with spa services. May your patience be unwavering and the shopping forces be with you as we near the final stretch of the 2012 holiday season. Eat, drink, be merry, but above all else, soak up the company of those around you.

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PROCRASTINATOR PAGES The Perfect NW Wine

Bainbridge Organic Distillers

Looking for the perfect pairing or bottle of wine to take to the holiday soiree? Ask the wine experts at Madrona’s Bottlehouse for a hand-curated recommendation from around the Pacific Northwest. Or stocking-stuff with their fun selection of cocktail bitters, preserves and other culinary delights and accoutrements. And while you are there, take a breather and indulge in wonderful small plates, wine tastings, cured meats, and a thoughtful list of cheese. Bottlehouse 1416 34th Ave., 206-708-7164 bottlehouseseattle.com prices vary, gift certificates available

Usually when people talk terroir, they’re referring to where wine grapes are grown. Not the distillers at Bainbridge Organic Distillers, who are taking full advantage of their island location to distill the state’s first USDA Certified organic vodka, gin and whiskey. Take a fun day trip to the distillery — open Monday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. — for tastings and holiday retail purchases. A boozy detour makes shopping 10 times more bearable. Bainbridge Organic Distillers 9727 Coppertop Loop NE, for Seattle retail locations, visit bainbridgedistillers.com prices vary

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Shanik Gift Certificate

Zoka Coffee Roasters & Tea

If you’re a foodie in Seattle, chances are you’ve made the pilgrimage to Vij’s in Vancouver, B.C. Well, Vikram’s spice-loving wife, Meeru, has taken border control out of the equation by bringing her delicious passion on a plate to South Lake Union with the opening of Shanik. Touted by Seattle Magazine as “The most anticipated restaurant opening of the year,” if you’re looking to impress your foodie friends with a dining experience to remember, this is it. Shanik 500 Terry Ave. N, shanikrestaurant.com $50 and up

Gift the gift of single-origin coffee beans from El Salvador to your caffeine-loving friends. We love their new-ish program, the Zoka Family Direct Trade, which means they create and maintain personal relationships with the coffee farmer and his or her family. For a special treat, give a pound of Zoka’s El Salvador La Montañita Pulp Natural — beans at their very best. Zoka Coffee Roasters and Tea Co. Greenlake, University, Kirkland and South Lake Union locations 866- ZOKA-NOW, zokacoffee.com $14.95 and up

Burgundian Gift Certificate

Just Add Wine

The latest addition to the Brouwer’s and Bottleworks family, Burgundian offers 22 beers on tap and a large craft can and bottled beer selection. The super-knowledgeable staff does a great job playing beer matchmaker and hearty fare like Chicken and Waffles provides the perfect foundation for tasting pints. Burgundian Tavern 2253 N 56th St., 206-420-8943 burgundianbar.com available in any amount

Our friends at Beecher’s know how to bring people together over tasty eats. This gift collection complements wine with one mother lode of an assortment of cheeses and accoutrements, including Beecher’s Flagship, Flagship Reserve, Smoked Flagship, 4-year Aged Flagship, No Woman, and Marco Polo Reserve. Just add wine and you have a party. Beecher’s Seattle beechershandmadecheese.com $85

Barbour Scarves and Bags

Not those bath kind of salts, silly. We’re talking about the wonderfully-soothing actually putthem-in-your-bath kind of salts. And Sugarpill has your stash — Dead Sea Salts, Bolivian Rose Salts, Red Alaea Clay Salts, Himalayan Pink Salts — just to name a few. And if you want one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers, check out Sugarpill’s amazing array of culinary seasalt offerings, including Flor Blanca, Japanese Aguni and Bali Pyramid, along with infusions such as Chili Verde and Smoked Serrano. Or pick up their infused organic and fair-trade cane sugars flavored with real fruits, peppers and oils. Sugarpill 900 E. Pine St., 206-322-7455 sugarpillseattle.com prices vary

In their Madrona studio/storefront, cousins and business partners Erica NelsonSheehan and Dustin Nelson design and sell the boutique’s private collection along with unique, hand-picked, one-of-a-kind jewelry, clothing and accessories from other select artists. Currently Hitchcock has an array of gender-neutral bags and wool scarves by Barbour that are both versatile and cute and come in a variety of styles; some can function as large tote bags, whereas others are smaller purses perfect for toting around the basics. The scarves small size and versatile colors make them easy to wear with anything. Hitchcock Madrona 1406 34th Ave., 206-838-7173 hitchcockmadrona.com prices vary

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PROCRASTINATOR PAGES Ayurvedic Swedana Treatment The Minimalists: 2012 Holiday Happiness Tour (12/21) Seattle Radio Theatre: ‘I’ll Be Seeing You’ (12/21) Earshot Jazz: Duke Ellington’s Sacred Music (12/22) Seattle Baroque Orchestra: Baroque Celebration! (12/29)

Based on Ayurveda, the 5,000-year-old system of Indian medicine, this detoxifying spa service balances your dosha (kinda like your personal mind and body fingerprint). Get horizontal for a serious rubdown before retreating to the warm cocoon of the cedar Swedana to sweat out toxins. Finish up with an herbal powder brushing. Absolve all post-holiday guilt with this super-cleansing gift. Vida Spa at Seattle Pan Pacific Hotel 900 Lenora St., Suite 220, 888-865-2630 vidaspas.com/panpacifichotel $195

Interbay Golf Center

Jared Diamond: What Traditional Societies Can Teach Us (1/3)

Give the gift of golf with a gift card to Interbay Golf Center. Wintertime golfing in Seattle can be a bit challenging, but some practice time at this driving range can help keep your swing in tip-top shape. Covered, heated stalls make cold weather conditions manageable. Kids can sign up for one-day junior camps taught by PGA and LPGA teaching professionals; lesson packages are also available for adults. Interbay Golf Center 2501 15th Ave. W, 206-285-2200 premiergc.com available in any amount

SAF: Designing Big in Small Spaces (1/8) William Janeway: page 30 Capitalism in the Innovation Economy (1/9)

townhallseattle.org “The shop at Wing Luke Museum in the Chinatown-International District is fantastic!” – The Seattle Times

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Unique Gifts for everyone at Wing Luke Museum Shop! WWW.WINGLUKE.ORG/MARKETPLACE 719 S. KING ST. 206.623.5124 EXT.203

Beer for Your Hair Ditch the spendy salon products and reach for a beer. Seattle-based hair-care company Duffy’s Brew has teamed up with Elysian Brewing Company to create a boozy line of hair products. Healthy hair newcomers The Wise ESB shampoo and conditioner join the company’s roster that includes Original Stout and Elysian’s Dragonstooth Stout. VAIN Locations in West Seattle, Ballard & Downtown, duffysbrew.com $18 shampoo, $20 conditioner

The Triple Door Gift Card Do you have a live-music lover on your shopping list? They’ll love a gift card to The Triple Door. Its intimate setting, cocktail service, and Asian menu from next-door Wild Ginger make it a hip sit-down dinnerclub venue for catching live national acts like Maceo Parker and Hot Tuna. For happy hour and local acts, check out Musicquarium Lounge, which is like an equally classy little sister. The Triple Door 216 Union St., 206-838-4333 thetripledoor.net available in any amount

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Body Products

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Ward off dry winter skin with Olivina’s line of moisturizing body products. Inspired by the natural beauty of the Northern California wine country, ingredients include grapeseed and extra virgin olive oils, along with pure shea butter, coconut oil, sweet almond, and rose-hip seed oils. Bonus: These subtly scented products are free from chemical parabens, preservatives and sodium lauryl sulfate. Three Birds Home & Gifts 2107 Queen Anne Ave. N, 206-686-7664 threebirdshome.com $8.50-$21

Markdowns on bikes, accessories & gear at both locations! 1007 NE BOAT STREET (206) 547-4491

Travel Set Designed by a self-proclaimed beauty junkie, Kari Gran’s all-natural line is handmade in Seattle in small batches using organic ingredients. The travel set, including the essential serum, hydrating tonic, and cleansing oil, can go straight into your carry-on, ensuring a healthy complexion in the air and on arrival. info@karigran.com 206-257-1226, karigran.com $35

BIKE RENTALS BUY • SELL • TRADE • CONSIGN “Seattle’s Used Bike Shop”

1109 N 35TH STREET (206) 397-4286 recycledcycles.com Mon-Fri 10am-7pm Sat-Sun 10am-6pm

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Hot Tub Boat Rental Having a hot tub is an awesome backyard addition living in the precipitation-prone Pacific Northwest. For those with hot-tub wishes limited by space constraints or budgets, there’s a solution — Hot Tub Boats. Year-round, rain or shine, you can gather five of your besties, put on a bathing suit and soak your way around Lake Union and Portage Bay. Boats are also available for overnight rentals and purchase. Hot Tub Boats 2520 Westlake Ave. N, 206-747-4362 hottubboats.com $139/hour and up

Bellingham’s magnificent natural scenery is matched only by the sheer volume of things to see and do. Outdoorsy sports enthusiasts can revel in the incomparable hiking, skiing & snowboarding at Mt. Baker. Arts enthusiasts can visit myriad galleries and theatres. Adventurers delight in exploring the charming villages and boarding vessels bound for whale watching. All will find a quick jaunt across the water to Lummi Island well worth the trip, for lodging and dining at a B&B like The Willows Inn is beyond compare. Don’t miss the incredible prix fixe dinner by Chef Blaine Wetzel Thursday-Sunday, starting at $177. Willows Inn 2579 West Shore Drive, Lummi Island 888-294-2620, willows-inn.com rooms starting at $204, gift cards available

Pulling an all -nighter? USE DUFFY’S BREW CRAFT BEER SHAMPOO. At Duffy’s Brew, we use real Craft Beer in our Shampoos, Conditioner, and Stying products. Why? Because it makes you look good. When you look good, you feel good. Things get much more interesting when you feel good. So loosen up, pour another drink, and enjoy yourself. And whatever happens...

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PROCRASTINATOR PAGES 100% Beeswax Candles These candles are made with the purest of ingredients: 100% pure beeswax (primarily from the Northwest), naturally extracted essential oils and 100% cotton wicks. Ten percent of the net profits from all Big Dipper candle sales are donated to organizations dedicated to outreach, education, and sustainability efforts devoted to promoting sustainable beekeeping. PCC Natural Markets Nine Puget Sound-area locations pccnaturalmarkets.com $5.59 and up

Arm Warmers Designed and fashioned by athletes for athletes, Oiselle is the official apparel sponsor of Christy Turlington’s foundation, Every Mother Counts, a charity dedicated to providing awareness for maternal health. For the female athletes on your list, consider a pair of Oiselle’s sleek arm warmers. They’ll keep your fave gal pal’s arms warm, whether she’s out for a run or walking the dog. Plus, reflective graphics step up the nighttime safety factor. West Seattle Runner 3727 California Ave. SW, #2A, 206-938-0545 westseattlerunner.com $32

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Glass Water Bottle

H20 is essential to your health and happiness, but with the Seattle plastic bag ban in effect, we all know that plastic is a big no-no. Get your eight 8-ounce glasses a day with this unbreakable recycled-glass water bottle sleeved in eco-friendly bamboo. Perfect for hot or cold beverages. Pick from three BPAfree plastic tops depending upon your hydration needs. Miro Tea 5405 Ballard Ave206-782-6832 mirotea.com $25

Ugly Baby Shower Art Doug and Rosalie Gale’s quirky, waterproof shower art pieces are emblazoned with phrases like “Love handles are soft and sexy,” making suds time fun time. Their collection includes every single bathroom accessory you didn’t know you needed, as well as snarky greeting and postcard sets and Star Wars-inspired sweetheart tees. We love their new location nestled beneath Pike Place Market, which they share with La Ru, a line of handmade wearable art and original illustrations. Ugly Baby and La Ru 1430 Western Ave., 206-696-0089 uglybabyandlaru.com $10 and up

Give the Gift of Balboa Wine this Season! 1/2 price shipping of 6 bottles or more Free shipping on a full case

Gumball Poodle Socks One of the defining, ahem, fashion statements of the ‘70s. Who remembers rocking the three-stripe tube socks at the roller rink? Satisfy your need for nostalgia with Gumball Poodle’s unisex, Made in USA tube socks emblazoned with super groovy-words like Whiskey, Zombie and Nerd. Monster Art and Clothing 5000 20th Ave. NW, 206-789-0037 monsterartandclothing.com $10 or 3 pairs for $25

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Aged Corn Whisky

Black Heron Spirits Find it at your local retailer.

Glassybaby

Your Most Romantic Holiday Ever!

Since its inception in 2003, Glassbaby has given more than one million from sales to charitable causes. We adore this season’s packaged set offerings of holiday votives and drinkers sets. The “Sleigh Bells Ring” set of three candle holders (middle row) and “Frosty the Snowman” set of four drinkers (bottom row) are particular charming. Better still, 10 percent from the sale of every holiday set will be donated to food banks that help and heal those in need. Glassybaby Locations in Madrona, U Village & Bellevue 877-299-3591, glassybaby.com Candle holders: $44 apiece Drinkers: $55 per glass

For Couples

Shopping List

1. We-Vibe 3 Super powerful! The #1 couples toy just got even better. Come and see why! 2. Earthly Body Wet Set Massage Care Kit A full size 3 in 1 massage candle. Massage/body lotion & a bottle of glow oil.

Pick up Candles, Feather Tickler, Satin Blindfold, and Edible lotions!

Punch in the Face Local author Jennifer Worick has written or co-authored more than 25 books, including the New York Times best-seller The WorstCase Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating & Sex. In her latest book, Things I Want to Punch in the Face, inspired by the blog of the same name, Worick uses sharp wit and humor to convey annoyance over those little things in life that chap your hide and warrant a tongue-in-cheek lashing. She says everything you’re thinking . . . out loud. (Prospect Park Books, 2012) Third Place Books, Ravenna: 6504 20th Ave NE, 206-525-2347 Lake Forest Park: 17171 Bothell Way NE 206-366-3333, thirdplacebooks.com $11.95

Don‛t forget sexy shoes!

For Him

1. Fleshlight Vortex The # 1 selling male masturbation toy. 2. Anereos Helix The top prostate stimulator. 3. Mary Green silk thong or a pair of Junk underjeans

Any vibrating penis ring SEATTLE EVERETT MARYSVILLE BELLINGHAM

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For Her

1. Lelo Soraya waterproof “rabbit-style” vibe 2. We-Vibe Touch 3. A sexy piece of lingerie or maybe a corset

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Don’t let wine-glass rings ruin your table —slide a stylish wood coaster under your glass and drink easy. These amazing, real wood coasters from Spitfire Girl come in a beautiful, ready-to-gift handmade wood box with a sliding top to display your set all the time. Love it, share it and buy it for a friend, because every table can benefit from pretty accessories. Sip and Ship 1752 NW Market St., 206-789-4488 & 8560 Greenwood Ave. N, 206-783-4299 sipandship.com $43.75

Fresh Home-Made Tamales Specials

Bacon Crack Cupcake Royale has cooked up the most incredible Bacon Crack, perfect for your bacon-loving friends and family and a great topping for any ice cream sundae. Sneak it under the tree or stuff it in a stocking; this lovely jar of bacon brittle is the number one gift for salty-sweet lovers. Don’t believe how good it is? Ask for a sample at any Cupcake Royale cafe. Cupcake Royale, locations in Ballard, Capitol Hill, Madrona, West Seattle & Bellevue cupcakeroyale.com $9.50

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Tatoosh Bourbon Using a Southern family moonshine recipe, traditional distilling techniques, and Pacific Northwest ingredients, Seattle-based Tatoosh Distillery has crafted an exceptionally versatile liquor. Neat, on the rocks, or subbed for whiskey or rye in drinks such as a Manhattan (adjust the other ingredients to compensate for the much drier bourbon), your recipient will love this 100-year-old recipe. Independent Liquor & Wine Westwood Village, 511 SW Trenton St. 206-402-5363, tatooshdistillery.com $49

Scrappy’s Bitters Gift Box

www.willows-inn.com 360-758-2620 | 888-294-2620 2579 West Shore Drive Lummi Island, WA 98262

Boma Faceted Gemstone Jewelry featured at University Village, Pacific Place & Bellevue Square

You’ve seen Scrappy’s Bitters grace the bars of your favorite fancy watering holes. Now bring this can’t-live-without cocktail ingredient home. This perfect starter gift of old-fashioned bitters contains: Cardamom, Chocolate, Grapefruit and Orange flavors or choose a kit containing Lime, Lavender, Celery and Orange. And since they want you to achieve mixology success, there’s a recipe card stashed inside each box to get your creative juices (and the cocktails!) flowing. Wine World and Spirits 400 NE 45th St., 206-402-6086 wineworldspirits.com $25.95