The Seattle Traveler

Start off the New Year’s on a happy note with adults toys from Seattle’s very own Babeland. 
This highly regarded store is known for being a women-friendly sex toy shop.  Founded here in Seattle in 1993, the store serves up information and fun to thousands of satisfied customers.  You’ll find toys, books, videos, along with personal advice and recommendations from the helpful staff.
Babeland’s Annual New Year’s Sale (one of only two sales the store has) runs January 1st –4th, with nearly everything in the store marked down 25-40%.  This looks to be one of the biggest sales they’ve ever …read more

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It’s about time that men had a “lingerie” store of their own, and Red Drawers will fill that gap.
Set inside Salon Dewi on Capital Hill, Red Drawers has underwear for men that includes briefs, trunks, brunks (a cross between briefs and trunks, similar to boxer-briefs), lo-rise briefs, loxers, boxer-briefs, jockstraps, thongs, and swimwear.  There on plenty of choices for every day wear, as well as options that are a little more fun, sexy and/or daring.
Location:  Inside Salon Dewi, 1525 14th Avenue, Capital Hill (map it)
Hours:  Tuesday – Friday, 10 am-8 pm; Saturday 10 am-7 pm; Sunday 11 am-5 pm.  Closed on …read more

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This Weekend. . .
. . . go spring plant shopping at the Friends of the Conservatory Plant Sale in Volunteer Park.
The Conservatory is a Victorian greenhouse modeled after London’s Crystal Palace.  It’s full of wonderful plants, including many restricted orchids that have seized.
You can pick up a gift for Mother’s Day, find something for that empty spot in your garden, a little something to brighten your office, or just try your hand at growing something new.  The best part about this plant sale is that includes indoor plants and well as outdoor one.
And, the Friends of the Conservatory …read more

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While I’m traveling in Italy, here’s a suggestion of how you can have a little taste of what I’m enjoying — without having to leave Seattle.  Check out one of the two locations of locally owned Via Tribunali.
Via Tribunali serves up Neapolitan style pizza to discerning patrons hungry for thin, blistered crusts, sprinkled with coarse salt.  The crusts are then  of topped with a light layer of sauce, and then topped with an assortment of toppings.  Some of the more popular toppings include:  garlic, fresh mozzarella, cured meats, and fresh sausage.
With a house salad (greens with olives and proscuitto) …read more

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Sometimes you can just use a good laugh! 
If you’re looking for something edgy and innovative in the humor department, Laff Hole offers lots of prospects for a good time.  It’s different, it’s quirky, and it’s a lot of fun!
Every week, the Peoples Republic of Komedy and Capitol Hill Arts Center presents a showcase of cutting edge comedians, combining stand-up and improv techniques.  Seattle area comedians include:  Cathy Sorbo, Jaqi Furback, Kelli Robson, Holli Pappan, and Monti.
Location:  Capitol Hills Arts Center, 1621 12th Avenue, on the corner of 12th Avenue and East Pine (Capitol Hill)
 
Tickets:  $5, available in online and at …read more

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As cold as it’s been in Seattle lately, here’s a chance to warm up at “Fire Season” by Paul Chatem, now on exhibit through the end of January at Bluebottle Art Galley.
 
Chatem combines painting with his story telling ability, interweaving multiple characters and story lines, with the occasional plot twist, into a series of paintings.  In “Fire Season,” Chatem depicts the dangerous and destructive forest fires of his Southern California home.  He actually painted this series while the fire ravaged outside his home.  You can see other work by Chatem here.
Bluebottle Art Gallery is owned and operated by Andrea and Matthew …read more

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