Lake Washington : activités

Prepare and delight in sustainable seafood

Join me for two hours of cooking and conversation inspired by my committment to support local/ sustainable fish and seafood. So much of the beauty of the Pacific Northwest is tied to the ecology of our local waters and all of the creatures that inhabit and sustain them. It's about knowing how to make more conscious choices. I source almost all of the ingredients we use in the class from local farmers markets. We are incredibly blessed here by having access to a stunning variety of products produced by farmers from around the state. When all is said and done... it's all about what you begin with that determines the quality of what ends up on your plate. Begin with fresh quality ingredients and with simple techniques and minimal work you will have a truly memorable meal. For more than twenty years it has been my pleasure and delight to share my passion, purpose, and Kitchen with folks from around the world as well as locals. I invite you into my kitchen to share stories, laughter(maybe a glass of wine) and a great meal. Diane

Visit The Red Room With Deputy Jesse Holcomb

Taste 18 distinctive local meads with Mr B

An artist's guide of music & culture in Pike Place Market

I’m thrilled to invite you on my cultural tour of Pike Place Market! While many visitors flock to see the flying fish, locals and I cherish the market for its unique creative spirit and deep-rooted connection to Seattle's vibrant art and music scene. Come join me, a lifelong performing artist who practically grew up in this iconic market, for an intimate experience that weaves together music, art, and personal storytelling. • After meeting up at the famous wishing pig, we'll visit the mural featuring legendary artists like Artis the Spoonman and my father, Ron Bailey. I've got the inside scoop on the unique history and incredible stories that I'm so excited to share! You'll also get to hear about and from the local makers and artists whose booths fill the market. • I’ll take you to all the spots where buskers bring art to life, with incredible performers that do everything from playing upright pianos to juggling knives while spinning hoops. Don’t forget to bring some dollar bills if you'd like to tip this world class talent! • After sampling snacks from some of my favorite vendors, we’ll wrap up our tour at the stunning new rooftop garden, which has breathtaking views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. You’ll discover corners of Pike Place Market that few visitors experience, and you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for what makes this place so special!

Jouez aux échecs de vitesse avec un fondateur du club de Seattle

Rejoignez-moi et une équipe d'habitants de Seattle à Big Time Brewery pour une soirée interactive de gameplay, de coaching et de bonne bière. • Après avoir pris un verre, je vous présenterai le groupe et vous expliquerai comment ce club est devenu la soirée d'échecs la plus fréquentée d'Amérique du Nord. • Ensuite, nous passerons à une séance de coaching personnalisée en fonction de votre niveau de compétence. Je vous expliquerai les principales ouvertures, les tactiques et les pièges, et je vous ferai part de mes remarques en direct pendant que vous jouez. • Une fois que vous serez échauffé, nous lancerons une série de matchs d'échecs rapides de cinq minutes afin que vous puissiez mettre ces nouvelles stratégies à l'épreuve. Vous repartirez avec des compétences plus pointues, de nouvelles connexions et un nouvel amour pour le jeu.

Mix art and cocktails at an underground art bar

Get inspired by The Hideout’s art— blending color, composition and taste. Soak in surroundings Chat about color's influence on taste and emotion. Make a Manhattan Stir a deep-red Manhattan inspired by abstract art. Shake a gimlet Create a bright green gimlet evoking surrealism. Mix noir martini Blend a smoky martini inspired by moody portraits. Elicit Andy Warhol Make a bold, pop-art-inspired Cosmopolitan twist.

Explore Seattle’s street art with a local muralist

Experience the historic and contemporary murals at the heart of Seattle’s urban identity with me, a working street artist and muralist, on a 90-minute tour of Pioneer Square and Belltown. • I’ll welcome you in Pioneer Square and show you 15 murals that encapsulate the vibrancy of the street art scene. I’ll explain about their context and significance. • Catch a public bus to Belltown, passing a few more of the neighborhood’s most famous works along the way, to see another 10 murals and discuss the stories behind them. • Head to my studio at Base Camp Studios for an inside look at my creative process and the chance to ask me any more questions about street art. You’ll leave with a zine recapping the highlights of the day, and a deep appreciation for the ever-evolving role of graffiti and muralism in Seattle’s artistic landscape.

Bateau à la mi-journée ou en soirée sur le Puget Sound à Seattle

There is a sense of magic in setting your sails, allowing the wind to carry you across water. I will gently encourage everyone to take a turn steering the boat, to feel the uniting force of wind and water. After all these years, I still find it enchanting. We will leave the dock at Shilshole Bay Marina, motor out past the city’s famed Golden Gardens Park, watch for sea lions loafing on the Meadow Point buoy, and then set sail, heading West across Puget Sound toward the magnificent Olympic Mountains. Along the way we will watch for orcas, schools of Dahl’s porpoises, sea lions, harbor seals, jumping salmon, bald eagles, great blue herons, cormorants, diving gulls, and other wildlife. On the Sunset Cruise we will keep a careful watch as the sun sets behind the Olympic Mountains, for the resulting lightshow is something you will want to capture on camera. As the sun drops behind the well-named Mount Olympus and other peaks in the range, it often illuminates the feathery horizon clouds into glorious colors. Join the Fun: Please don’t be shy about joining a cruise that already shows guests booked. It is always special when guests from different cities, states … and countries … come together to share this inspiring experience. Whichever voyage you choose -- Morning, Afternoon, or Sunset -- it is always magical to fill the sails on the beautiful waters of Puget Sound.

Seattle Coffee Culture Tour

Explore the evolution of coffee culture in the Pacific Northwest on this walking and tasting tour of Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood! *HIGHLIGHTS* - Learn about the roasting process and everything that goes into making your cup of coffee - Discover the strong counterculture and progressive history of the local neighborhood - Visit local coffee shops and sample various types of coffee *INCLUSIONS* - Samples of 3 different styles of coffee We will keep you well caffeinated on this tour as you’ll delve into the history, roasting and creation processes behind the usual coffee shop orders, as well as the city’s more unique and specialty offerings. You may get to try anything from infused coffee to a decadent espresso invented right here in Seattle!

Intro to Mushroom Foraging in Seattle

Learn how to find delicious mushrooms confidently, even if you’re a worried first-time forager! Nothing compares to the squeal of glee when you find your first edible mushroom. Savor the smell of fresh mushrooms mixed with nature and feel the soft moss beneath your shoes as we trek through Seattle’s most picturesque old-growth forests. ---------- How is this experience unique? ---------- o Designed for first-time foragers. o Focused on edibility vs. non-edibility. Be spared from memorizing scientific Latin names! o Visit a convenient location within a 30-minute drive of Seattle. o Find tasty mushrooms most people have never even heard of (along with famous ones) o Use my go-to method to unearth secret locations right under your nose. o I capture your “OMG!” Kodak moments so you can share your epic hunt. You will learn how to find and safely identify edible mushrooms, differentiate them from questionable look-alikes, and how to clean, store, and savor them! While I can't predict where mushrooms are fruiting, I scout the area in advance. My batting average with Mother Nature is 95%. Classes fill quickly & well in advance! Book now to avoid disappointment. Private events available on request. Find us on IG @forage.seattle to see what's happening right now and a full schedule of offerings!

Tournée des snacks sur le marché de Pike Place

Welcome to the most fun and low-stress way to explore Pike Place Market! This tour is perfect for anyone interested in the market's diverse culinary offerings, as well as those who wish to learn about its rich culture and history. We keep it short, sweet and to-the-point. The tour lasts for 1 hour and 15 minutes and all food tastings are included in the price of admission. Your best experiences in Pike Place Market will be exploring on your own, and with us you'll get an idea of where to start and what to look out for. We allot extra time at the end of the tour so you can get personalized recommendations from your guide. This tour offers food, flavor and so much more! You'll visit some of the most iconic spots on the West Coast, like the salmon-tossing fishmongers and the oldest Starbucks location. You’ll also explore some of the market’s lesser-known corridors as your guide shares interesting stories of those who have enriched the market with culture and identity. A typical tasting menu includes smoked salmon, tea, chocolate, soup and baked goods. This is your option for a quick and easy way to explore Pike Place Market. Food tastings are not a substitute for a full meal, but you'll leave feeling full of flavor and confident to continue exploring on your own. So come join us and discover all that the market has to offer!

Randonnée en forêt jusqu'aux chutes de Snoqualmie et Twin

This half day tour is a combination of a moderate 2-hour hike (also a few inclines for 7 minutes) to the Twin Falls close up and a visit to the famous Snoqualmie Falls which we drive right up to. I will pick you up in downtown Seattle and drive eastward for about 30 minutes until we arrive at the trailhead. We will hike in old growth forest along Snoqualmie River to Twin Falls and the Upper Falls (1.4 miles), which is a beautiful cascade of waterfalls. After the hike we will drive through North Bend, where the diner from the popular tv show "Twin Peaks" is located and through the historic logging town. Snoqualmie. The locomotives of the time are still on the railroad tracks and the old depot from the year 1890 is in use till this day. We stop to view the Snoqualmie Falls of 270 feet - followed by driving along Borst Lake, where Mount Si is reflected in the often still lake - and then drive back to downtown Seattle.

Dégustation de thés et tisanes

You'll spend a delicious evening sampling a myriad of different teas in our unique steampunk tea shop. You'll sip, I'll brew and you'll learn about what makes different teas unique and how tea is grown and processed. We'll talk about the legends and lore surrounding this mysterious magical beverage. We'll sample and compare floral notes, mineral elements, and vegetal savory scents. We'll drink and compare black teas, explore Oolongs, savor subtle green teas, and dive into the wide world of therapeutic herbal Tisanes. We'll try on crazy hats and have a fabulous time. Come develop your palate and learn more about Teas & Tisanes. This experience is for tea lovers and novices alike and we'll guarantee you find something to fall in love with by the end. Other things to note We've got you well taken care of. Bathroom provided. Comfy environment and chairs included. Street parking is fairly easy, and there is a 90 minute free parking garage 2 blocks away.

Randonnée à proximité du mont Rainier

The tour to the area near the highest volcano (14,410 feet) in the Cascade Mountain range, Mt. Rainier, will begin with picking you up in downtown Seattle and driving to Mt. Rainier area. Throughout the day we will be hiking a few miles where we enjoy the marvelous views of Mt. Rainier and its glaciers, old growth forest and see beautiful waterfalls and rivers. From November to June snowshoes and crampons will be provided when the trails are covered with snow.