Ballard - Features

The original headline proposed for this article by Ballard News-Tribune Columnist Peggy Sturdivant was "Aster is Toast."

But, even if quite literal, that might have been initially too confusing for readers.

The fact is, five years…MORE

For locals, Olaf's at 6301 24th Ave NW has a lot to live up to. In a sense, the new bar is taking the place of two other 24th Ave NW bars: The Viking and the Copper Gate, both beloved bars that harkened back to Old Ballard and represented the…MORE

By Katy Wilkens, MS, RD

I recently took an 8-day, 65-mile kayak trip around Orcas Island. Our meals were wonderful, and the ocean was the closest my food got to salt.

It amazes me how high in salt most backpacking and “instant”…MORE

If you want a real Cuban sandwich, visit the new Geo’s Cuban and Creole restaurant.

That’s the line that co-owners Kim Gianotti and Geo Rodriguez offer.

“I’m originally from Cuba. I grew up having my parents cooking, all my family.…MORE

In a recent Slog post, The Stranger asks an important question, "Is Ballard DOOMED?"

The question comes in response to the new Stoneburner restaurant and the building that it is housed in, Hotel Ballard. When The Stranger published a…MORE

On Saturday, Aug. 17, sailors donned pink and raised money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation as they sailed around Shilshole Bay.

At last count, the event raised almost $38,000, and more checks are rolling in. During the race,…MORE

From Seattle Animal Shelter

The Seattle Animal Shelter will host a cat adoptathon on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2013, at the Interbay Petco, 2001 15th Ave. W., Seattle. The event runs from noon to 3 p.m. and features numerous kittens and cats of…MORE

The burger above may look intimidating and that it might eat you rather than the other way around, but buying it is for a good cause.

Li'l Woody's limited time School Lunch Woody Burger is available from Tuesday, Aug. 20 to Sunday, Aug. 25…MORE

Editor's Note: Viking Days is an annual event put on by the Nordic Heritage Museum that celebrates Scandinavian heritage. Traditional food, music, craft and more were on display at the festival. Photographer Allyce Andrew took plenty of great…MORE

Friday, August 16

Ballard Sidewalk Sale

What: Businesses all over the Ballard downtown core are putting out sales on the sidewalk. This is the 43rd Annual Sidewalk Sale.

Where: Along Market St, Ballard Ave and Leary Way