"The Octopus Bar" is by far the best watering hole in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood. The decor should be tacky (in theory), but it's effortlessly cool

"La Marzocco" in Seattle is the perfect place to sip coffee, flip open your MacBook and lose yourself in your work. It's in the same space as KEXP...

"Mbar" Seattle is best known for their Divine Intervention cocktail. From the highly curated dinner to the seats by the firepit, it is perfect for a date.

"Robert Ramsay Cellars" in Seattle is a little hidden from the outside but absolutely worth it. You can try wine flight or pours - the Mouvedre is my fav.

"JarrBarr" has been dubbed 'the best little bar in Seattle'. It's the kind of place that a friend of a friend of a friend will recommend to you...

"Alki Beach Park" offers spectacular views of the Seattle skyline. I love going there for a walk and some fish and chips or kayaking...

"Lifelong Thrift" in Seattle's Capitol Hill is one of the most well managed and organised thrift shops I have ever been to, while still being a nonprofit.

"Magnolia Park" in Seattle is a small, casual, intimate green space with sweeping views. It's never too busy, well spread out and peaceful enough for a nap

"FlintCreek Cattle Co" in Seattle is a new American steakhouse with a sustainable and ethical approach and killer cocktails. Perfect for a rainy evening...

"Biscuit & Bean" is my favorite biscuit and gravy breakfast place in Seattle. These people really know how to make great biscuits -- and lemonade...

"Rocco's" in Seattle is one of my go-to places for a slice of pizza or a drink. I also like their garlic bread and Caesar's salad...

"Rachel's Ginger Beer" Seattle is where I go when I'm craving dessert-in a cup. Every day they have at least five different ginger beer flavors on tap...