Gabe Guarente

Senior City Editor

Gabe is based in Seattle (originally from New Jersey), and has previously been a food writer at Eater, a sports reporter, and a YA graphic novelist. You’ll probably find him scouting out the latest restaurant in town on the weekends, or strolling around the streets of White Center with his feisty pup, Armando.

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Your guide to Columbia’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some with our coffee guide, featuring 25+ local coffee shops.

August 6, 2025

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Samantha Robertson

A view of the Seattle skyline on a cloudy day with the Space Needle in the foreground displaying its Astronaut White paint at the top

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Seattle’s most iconic landmarks

Consider these our Hollywood signs.

June 6, 2025

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The outside of a coffee shop on a sunny day. Several chairs and tables are sitting outside in front of a building that says "Night Swim Coffee."

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Your guide to Charlotte’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

June 6, 2025

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A child touches a glass tank at the Woodland Park Zoo as a Humboldt Penguin swims up.

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Go Out and Play: Kid-Friendly Activities in Seattle

We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Seattle has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.

May 29, 2025

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An iced coffee on a table in Hyde Park Village. The clear container is full of light brown liquid, and the drink is close to the camera on a wooden table. A blurry fountain is in the background, with water spraying down. Trees are visible, and a gap through the trees shows a mostly blue sky with a few clouds.

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Your guide to Tampa Bay’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

May 19, 2025

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SIFF Festival Uptown 2025

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Guide to the 2025 Seattle International Film Festival

So many movies to see, so little time.

May 14, 2025

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Civics 101: Meet the Pothole Patrol

Help out the city by reporting pesky road blemishes.

April 2, 2025

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Nicholas Caballero

Cocktail against a tropical wall backdrop

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21 spots to grab a drink after work in Boston

Hit the town and enjoy a drink after work at one of these cheers-worthy local bars.

March 28, 2025

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Discovery Park in Seattle with a lighthouse and the water in the background

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Take a hike: A guide to trails around Seattle

Looking for the perfect hike? This curated guide highlights tried-and-true trails in the area — plus everything you should know about them, from difficulty level to accessibility and beyond.

March 14, 2025

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Seattle Reign team members celebrate a goal at Lumen Field against the San Diego Wave.

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Your guide to sports teams in Seattle

From Seattle Reign FC and the Seahawks to the Mariners and Storm — we’re sharing all you need to know about Seattle’s sports teams.

March 7, 2025

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Where to find the best coffee in San Antonio

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

February 20, 2025

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Nicholas Caballero

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Stay in the know with 45+ new and upcoming Fort Worth restaurants

Dining in Fort Worth is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

February 10, 2025

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Coffee being poured into an orange ceramic mug

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Some of the best coffee shops in Seattle

It’s kind of our thing.

January 17, 2025

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A coffee cafe with a natural wood counter.

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Order up: your guide to Portland’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

January 17, 2025

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Your guide to San Jose’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

January 17, 2025

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HOB Coffee Mural in North Park San Diego

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Your guide to San Diego’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

January 17, 2025

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Michael Beausoleil

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Your guide to Sacramento’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

January 16, 2025

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Three side by side images from coffee shops

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Your guide to Boston’s coffee shops

If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.

January 16, 2025

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The corner of a historic building has been remodeled to become a pizza pub.

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New and coming-soon restaurants in Derby City

Reservation for two, please.

January 10, 2025

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Phnom Penh Noodle House's soup with chopsticks showing off the noodles.

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Where to slurp great soups in Seattle

‘Tis the season for steaming bowls of comfort.

December 12, 2024

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All you need to know about Sea-Tac Airport

A guide to gates, parking, nonstop flights, and more.

December 9, 2024

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Travel and Outdoors

Winter weather forecast for Seattle

Prepare for winter weather in Seattle, Washington with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.

December 6, 2024

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Alina Hunter-Grah

The front of the Ballard Food Bank with its name in bright, block orange lettering.

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40 volunteer opportunities in Seattle

This list of volunteer opportunities in Seattle includes everything from tutoring students to park clean-ups.

November 18, 2024

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A farm with a big sign that reads "Welcome to Historic Walla Walla" sits in a golden wheat field at sunset while the moon hangs magically in a pastel-colored sky.

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Hit the Road: a foodie foray to Walla Walla, WA

From bike tours to cheese + wine tastings, Walla Walla has something for every traveler’s palate.

October 22, 2024

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A 1960s-style living room setup occupies the lobby of Northwest Film Forum, complete with faux food on serving trays on the coffee table, a vintage TV set, and doilies adorning the surfaces.

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What to see at Northwest Film Forum’s Local Sightings Film Festival

The Local Sightings Film Festival showcases the PNW’s creative communities with curated short film programs and feature films.

September 18, 2024

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A stack of fruity pebble pancakes from Lincoln Tavern in Boston.

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Great brunch restaurants to try in Boston

Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Boston, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.

September 12, 2024

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25+ local coffee shops and roasters in Columbus

From big cups of iced coffee to shots of espresso, there’s more than one way to get your caffeine kick in Columbus, Ohio.

September 4, 2024

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Daddy long-legs spotted on a window above a building casting the shadow of the Space Needle roof

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Your web-based guide to spider season in Seattle

Don’t worry — they won’t bite.

August 27, 2024

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Fans of the UW Huskies look on at Husky Stadium from the nearby docks.

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How to sailgate at UW Huskies games

Enjoy pregaming on the water

August 23, 2024

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A closeup of an elephant ear — fried dough topped with sugar

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Washington State Fair Food: unofficial power rankings

Hop into those stretchy pants — you’ll want to save some room for these Washington State Fair eats.

August 20, 2024

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