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Have Fun and Feel Good Getting Dressed at sandylew

We have to get dressed every day. Why not have a good time doing it? That is the guiding philosophy behind Downtown Seattle’s eclectic women’s clothing boutique sandylew. The creative force behind the 1st Avenue shop is lifelong artist Sandy Lew-Hailer. She opened her boutique in...

Doner Box: Bringing German-Turkish Fusion to Seattle

When Vaness Vu moved to Seattle from the Czech Republic 11 years ago, she wasn’t able to find authentic a German-style Doner kebab, a German street food with spitted meat, fresh vegetables, and flatbread. A plate of Doner kebab meat and sides. (Photo: Doner Box) With a...

Watson’s Counter: A Culinary Story about Identity, Community & the Quest for Excellence

When Watson’s Counter owner James Lim opened his restaurant and café in Ballard, he knew he wanted to do everything just right. Gochujang fried chicken and waffles “I thought, ‘I’m going to have a coffee shop...

Om Mama Co. X Intentionalist: The Magic Behind Mom-Owned Businesses

Amy and Aarthy, co-founders of Mama Bar Being a parent, and a mother in particular, dramatically transforms how we walk through life. Once you have a little one to care for, it’s no wonder that your priorities shift. This transition can be hard to navigate, especially in a world that often...

Black Coffee Northwest: The Story That Needs to be Told

Black Coffee Northwest President Mikayla Weary and Co-Owner Darnesha Weary. Black Coffee Northwest tells the story of many things: what a lifetime of activism and compassion can manifest, the experiences and hurdles the Black community and Black business owners face, and the story of a family...

Sairen Represents a New Generation in Japantown

It’s unmistakable that Sairen owners Kaitlin Uemura and Kaitlin Madriaga are twin flames. Friends from college and co-owners of their fashion design label, Morning Siren, they have a long history of creating together. “Everyone knows we’re such good friends and we would always play...

Emma’s BBQ Serves Love, Kindness, and the Finest Barbecue

Tess Thomas, owner of Emma's BBQ in Hillman City. “Every day that I get up, I love coming here,” said Tess Thomas, owner of Emma’s BBQ. “I told my husband, ‘I love it so much, I could sleep here and wake up the next day, and be ready to go to Emma’s.’ That’s how much this little...

The Handmade Showroom Uplifts Artists and Gives a New Meaning to Handmade

The Handmade Showroom storefront in Pacific Place Mall in Seattle, WA. (Photo: The Handmade Showroom) For Marlo Miyashiro, opening The Handmade Showroom wasn’t just about fulfilling a dream — it’s what her entire life had led up to. “Having this store is sort of the culmination...

Business Spotlight: Arcaro Boxing

Tricia Arcaro Turton, owner of Arcaro Boxing. Tricia Arcaro Turton is a former professional boxer, not-so-secret Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift fan, and owner of Arcaro Boxing in Seattle's Central District neighborhood. Tricia has a community-first attitude and describes Arcaro Boxing as a place where people can work on themselves, face the...