The Emerald Palate

2 weeks ago | emeraldpalate.com | Adria Saracino

I’ve found many of the best Seattle wine bars by happenstance, which isn’t surprising given there are so many wine bars in the city. What I love most about Seattle’s wine scene is its diversity. You might think that having Washington and Oregon wine country just a few hours away would mean that’s all wine bars serve, but most wine bars in the city have a variety of old world wines. This means you can refine your palate by comparing wines from all over the world.

4 weeks ago | emeraldpalate.com | Adria Saracino

As a travel planner, I’m always trying to find the best tours in Seattle for my clients. Most of them prefer to go the self-guided route with the itineraries I create for them, but sometimes you just get more out of an attraction with a narrated tour guide. And hey, as a local I love seeing the city from a new perspective with a tour!Luckily there are a lot of tour options given there’s so much to do in this city.

1 month ago | emeraldpalate.com | Adria Saracino

Despite not having children, I have lots of experience exploring Seattle with kids because I’m super close to my now-teenage nieces. I’m talking I used to live with the oldest for the first 8 months of her life and have consistently seen them 2-3 times a week for almost 15 years. Over that time, I’ve had to figure out things to do with them that capture their attention.

1 month ago | emeraldpalate.com | Adria Saracino

Finding the best things to do in Seattle in May is a breeze because the city reaches its peak in terms of weather. The days are longer, with the sun setting after 8:30 PM, and the weather is a comfortable 50-65°F. All of this is to say, it’s a vibe because the rainy season is nearing a close and locals are eager to get outside. With the warmer spring months in full effect, you can expect a range of springtime activities, be it outdoor festivals, Mother’s Day celebrations, or neighborhood fairs.

1 month ago | emeraldpalate.com | Adria Saracino

Visiting farms near Seattle is one of my favorite activities no matter the time of year. Sure, Seattle has a ton of interesting cultural attractions. But sometimes you just need to touch grass and immerse yourself in nature sans people. Thankfully Washington is a huge agricultural state, so there are a ton of Seattle-area farms within a 1.5 hour drive of the city. Whether you’re looking for u-pick berries, pumpkin patches, or flowers, here’s a roundup of the best farms near Seattle.