Culture
A year of making do on tourism promotion
The Obama administration gets the value of tourism for job creation. All the neighboring states do. Washington is trying to build momentum without state support.
Ronald Holden
Ronald Holden is a regular Crosscut contributor. His new book, published this month, is titled “HOME GROWN Seattle: 101 True Tales of Local Food & Drink." (Belltown Media. $17.95).
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Culture
Dale Chihuly finds a warmer welcome in western Michigan
A sculpture park in Grand Rapids mounts an extensive exhibit by the Seattle artist, and no matter what you think of his work, it demonstrates that there's no way Chihuly's vision can fit inside a private museum.
Tech
South Lake Union lands Tom Douglas
Tom Douglas confirms that his next restaurant will be in South Lake Union. Vulcan Real Estate is, well, thrilled.
Culture
Gelato is the new 'hot' thing
Italian ice cream is fragile and refined, best made in small batches. Here's a short guide to the artisanal gelaterias in Seattle.
Seattle & King County
Crosscut Tout: Simple pleasures at the Wooden Boat Fest
The annual event offers a way to enjoy Lake Union before it's overtaken by firework-watching crowds.