Dear Seattle, this is not a drill. The holiday season is here! seriously.
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, and everyone is busy getting ready for the end of the year festivities. Need a little joy and light as the Big Dark begins to set? Don’t worry.
This guide includes stories that suggest holiday fun, including notes about skating rinks and light shows, theater, dance performances and concerts, the results of a three-turkey taste test, and Thanksgiving tips from Seattle-area chefs. are abundantly published. , answers to fiery etiquette questions and more.
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Which bird is best? Which salt water? The Seattle Times food team created and tested turkey recipes to determine the winner of the holiday dinner.
When it comes to vacations, restaurant industry professionals do the right thing. Here, Seattle-area chefs talk turkey, drinks, and more before Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving traditionally involves a big feast and a corresponding amount of time in the kitchen. Leave the cooking to the professionals. We will introduce you to a local guide.
As food writers approach Thanksgiving, they wonder: Why are we so obsessed with this large, beloved, and perhaps bland bird? The short answer is tradition. That’s not a bad thing.
These recipes, courtesy of Indigenous Food Lab and Valerie Segrest, offer an opportunity to approach the holidays with respect, mindfulness, and deliciousness.
Many of the popular holiday foods are highly nutritious. The columnist explains that it not only contains vitamins and minerals, but also thanks to phytochemicals.
The Seattle area’s holiday festival calendar is getting busier as we head into December. Here are some notable events.
It’s the season when local artists get more attention.
Why not watch “The Nutcracker” this holiday season? Our art critics analyze the differences between the show’s many Seattle-area works.
From hot chocolate to iced coffee, our staff will recommend books that go well with a variety of drinks.
Whether you want to wrap yourself up in a nostalgic blanket or in a cloud of sequins this holiday season, we’ve got a show to suit your mood.
Looking for music to celebrate the joy, peace, and hope of the holiday season? Here are some of our top picks.
For just $5, families across Washington can cut their own Christmas tree from the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Everything you’ve always wanted to know (but were afraid to ask) about buying art.
The Seattle Times asked three local booksellers to recommend three books to look forward to this holiday season.
Last year, food critic Bethany Jean Clement discovered Pacific Northwest food gifts for the holidays that will make your at-home meals even more fun.
Inclement weather can ruin your winter vacation, but there are ways to prepare for the weather on your next trip, writes travel expert Christopher Elliott.
The holidays can be a stressful time of year, but the last thing you want is to come across as a rude host or guest. Here’s what to do, according to the pros.