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September 12th, 2008
September. The reason why we almost always forget Oktoberfest is this month. Though the sun is starting to set before happy hour ends, we take solace in autumn beers, football season, and the absurdity of an apparently endless supply of videos with presidential candidates standing in front of chroma-key backdrops. It was interesting for a while, but now we're getting a bit tired of indefinite 24-hour loops of “breaking” election news. For the next two months, our TV is going on a no-news diet. For a change of pace, we plan on hitting up the local newsstand for actual news… and this is not just a pretense to chat up the girl behind the counter… |
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Seattle Picks for Men: |
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| 1 | Finding Savile Row Yes, the choices are quite limited when you are in dire need of proper suit in Seattle. It’s like a scavenger hunt, leading you to the next neighborhood boutique, just to be disappointed with their off-the-rack, made-in-China garments. Should we blame Microsoft and Amazon for the downfall? Who knows, but if you haven't come across Kuhlman, you have yet to find Seattle's finest in Savile Row traditions. Located in Belltown, underneath Ace Hotel and right next to Cyclops Café in the old Latona building, you will find the city’s finest in bespoke tailoring. Drop by and owner Scott Kuhlman will assist you with making choices in wool to create a masterpiece for any male physique. Kuhlman also does an amazing job with shirt, pant, and jacket alterations, and they carry quality labels such as Paul Frank, Penguin, and Steven Alan. And don't be surprised when you drop by if you see Seattle's business elite mixing with local rock star icons, as they all get measured for bespoke suits here. Kuhlman |
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| 2 | New American Cooking Goes Local Ask anyone from Seattle—the last neighborhood that comes to mind for exceptional cuisine is Wallingford. But smack dab between Interstate 5 and Highway 99, this quaint north-Seattle family hood is—quite surprisingly—home to a masterfully renovated Craftsman-style bungalow right off the side of the road, which houses an exceptional restaurant. Tilth Restaurant is definitely a place to discover the essence of New American cooking and it certainly has the credentials to arouse your appetite. Just this year, The New York Times placed Tilth in the Top 10 Best New Restaurants, and in 2005 chef and owner Maria Hines was named one of the top best new chefs in America. By using only seasonal and organic Northwest ingredients, Tilth creates amazing and accessible dishes, sure to please any diner. The menu includes items like Grass Fed Hanger Steak and housemade Ricotta Gnudi—so Chef Hines will have you a raving fan within minutes. They also boast an extensive wine list, and on Saturdays and Sundays, drop by early for the 10 am brunch. Tilth Restaurant |
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| 3 | In the Mood For a Few Coldies? |
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| 1 | For Those About to Shop… We salute you. But for those of us who insist on looking great yet hate the act of shopping, comes IndiTailored. Basically, you enter your measurements and they keep 'em on file. Then, when you've got a hankerin' for a great dress (or casual) shirt, you choose from the wide selection of classic and contemporary fabrics, choose your cuffs, collar, etc., and in a couple of weeks you've got a shirt that is all you, baby. Genius. |
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| 2 | Leather Be Light The thunderstorms a couple of weeks back knocked out our power, and after fumbling around in the dark trying to remember where we put that damn flashlight, we were reminded of our intention to get a pocket-sized light. Turns out that a local outfit, Leatherman, makes 'em, and like their multi-purpose tools, they make 'em the best. Features like one-hand operation, stainless steel, LED design and one-battery set-up deliver maximum power and durability with minimum weight. Oh, and no dimming. |
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| 3 | I See You Ahh, the Webcam. Sometimes necessary for work, sometimes for those of you suckas in a long-distance relationship, always for those of us with our own Web-based nude shows. Wait… what? Anyway, no matter what your use, the grainy images you've experienced are now a thing of the past. With cutting-edge auto-focus technology and Carl Zeiss optics, this affordable little unit delivers the best clarity we've seen yet, even in extreme close-ups. Of what? That's your business. Quick Cam |
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Hip Happenings: |
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| 1 | Oktoberfest, 1.0 The Washington Beer Commission brings 30 Evergreen brews to one place for all (who are 21 and over) to taste. Advance tickets get you in the door with a free mug and eight drink tokens, while tickets at the door get you the mug and six tokens. Come hungry for brats and thirsty for Washington beer. What: Oktoberfest at the Alehouse |
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| 2 | Oktoberfest 2.0 The big(ger) one. Fremont's Oktoberfest: three days of German-esque drinking, running, and pumpkin carving. There will be lots of beer and things to do. Make sure to come back Sunday for Dog Day, enjoy Family Fun (or the microbeer garden) and join the race to the garden in the 5K Brew Ha Ha. What: Fremont Oktoberfest |
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| 3 | Meet Winos If beer is not your thing, swing by El Gaucho and meet the makers of great wines from JM Cellars (Sept. 12) and Va Piano Winery (Sept. 19). Questions will be answered, wines will be consumed, bottles will be sold. Bring a date for a real slam dunk! What: Wine Event at El Gaucho |
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| 4 | Great Sale on Great Clothes |
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