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We found Archie's at the recommendation of our real estate agents when we bought our first house. We only used them a couple times, but were happy with both their work and their rates.
They also...
We found Archie's at the recommendation of our real estate agents when we bought our first house. We only used them a couple times, but were happy with both their work and their rates.
They also gave us a bid for replacing our old galvanized pipes with copper, and were the most reasonable of the bunch. Too bad (or maybe not) we moved before we had the work done :).
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Our families favorite spot for cakes is easily Hoffman's in Kirkland. Every one I've tried (white, chocolate, etc.) has been delicious - moist, dense and with amazing frosting. It will certainly...
Our families favorite spot for cakes is easily Hoffman's in Kirkland. Every one I've tried (white, chocolate, etc.) has been delicious - moist, dense and with amazing frosting. It will certainly cost you more than Costco, but it's well worth it for a special occasion.
The store itself serves sandwiches for lunch, and has a wide array of pastries to choose from. I haven't sampled the pastries, but the lunch I had there with my mother-in-law and my 18 month old daughter was quite tasty.
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I've been using at the Seattle Athletic Club (Northgate) for about a year and LOVE it! I have a 1 1/2 year old, and the SAC is my haven. The 'Kids Court' child care workers are great, really take...
I've been using at the Seattle Athletic Club (Northgate) for about a year and LOVE it! I have a 1 1/2 year old, and the SAC is my haven. The 'Kids Court' child care workers are great, really take the time to know the kids, interact with them, and make sure they're comfortable there. They even have regular Parents' Afternoon/Morning Out events - great for going to appointments, doing errands, or just catching your breath :).
The club amenities are quite nice - towel service, sauna and whirlpool in the locker room, newly renovated pool, nice Cafe upstairs, and a conference room you can use for meetings or to get a little work done. They have a Wifi network, too.
The equipment is all up-to-date, including some new personal TVs at the treadmills and elliptical machines. They give you a free fitness assessment and workout plan when you are new to the club - a great bonus whether you're just getting started, or need some variety in your routine.
Our dues are subsidized by my husband's company, so I'm not sure of the rates. If you call or stop in, they'll give you and information packet and some day passes so you can check it out for yourself.
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When we crave pizza we usually go for Romios delivery, but when price is a bit more important (like when you're feeding 10 people or more) Papa Murphy's fits the bill. We like it nearly as much as...
When we crave pizza we usually go for Romios delivery, but when price is a bit more important (like when you're feeding 10 people or more) Papa Murphy's fits the bill. We like it nearly as much as Romios, and it's always fresh since you bake it your self. The only downside - it really only works well to bake one at a time, so hungry crowds have to be patient!
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It's been a few years since we trained our pup (she's now almost 5), but we were really happy with our experience at the Academy of Canine Behavior. Our breeder recommended them, and we really feel...
It's been a few years since we trained our pup (she's now almost 5), but we were really happy with our experience at the Academy of Canine Behavior. Our breeder recommended them, and we really feel like they taught us the tools we need to have as well-trained (or not) a dog as we wanted :). They also offer board-and-train if you're looking for that. Would be perfect if it weren't such a trek to get there!
The instructors were knowledgeable and did a great job of explaining a bit of theory behind the techniques as well. The puppy class also included some all-important socialization time that we really enjoyed. A 60 pound Saint Bernard puppy try to play with a 15 pound retriever pup is a sight to see!
They advocated correction training (everything from a simple spray bottle, to a shaker can, to a pinch collar, depending on the situation). In basic obedience, they also talked a lot about being creative and finding 'natural' consequences for undesirable behavior. We found the combination of correction and LOTS of praise and reinforcement to be very effective for training. Just an FYI in case you are looking for clicker training or positive-reinforcement-only training.
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This is my wife's, Carlin, account but I saw this and had to post...my brother in law, Nate Berkey, owns and runs Berkey Supply http://www.berkeysupply.com/ over on the East side and this is one of...
This is my wife's, Carlin, account but I saw this and had to post...my brother in law, Nate Berkey, owns and runs Berkey Supply http://www.berkeysupply.com/ over on the East side and this is one of the things they specialize in.
If you talk to him, tell him his brother in law Matt says hi.
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Ever since moving away from Loyal Heights and missing India Bistro, we've been looking for a good close-by Indian restaurant near our new house (in Olympic Hills, north of Northgate). We liked...
Ever since moving away from Loyal Heights and missing India Bistro, we've been looking for a good close-by Indian restaurant near our new house (in Olympic Hills, north of Northgate). We liked Cedars, but the drive kept us away, and we weren't thrilled with Masala on Northgate Way.
Now we've found the spot! Zaika is just north of NE 145th St, so it's in Shoreline (on 15th Ave NE, not far from the new Romios locale). We ordered take-out and the food was fabulous! We shared some Chicken Vindaloo and Chicken Tikka Masala - both were great and the Nan was top-notch too. Next time we'll check out the Tandoori. Can't wait to try their lunch buffet!
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Union Square Grill is a great choice near ACT Theater and the Convention Center (not far from the 5th Ave Theater, either). The ambiance is quiet but not stuffy, and the food is top notch (I had...
Union Square Grill is a great choice near ACT Theater and the Convention Center (not far from the 5th Ave Theater, either). The ambiance is quiet but not stuffy, and the food is top notch (I had sirloin medallions topped with mushrooms that I still think about years later). They're owned by the same group as the Metropolitan Grill, and have a good website if you want to check them out: http://www.unionsquaregrill.com/.
It's a bit off the beaten path at the base of Two Union Square, but has been around long enough to always be busy - reservations are a good idea if you're planning ahead.
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Last Friday afternoon at about 3:30 I noticed that our furnace wasn't working and the temperature was down to 65 and falling. With an 11 month-old in the house, I knew we needed to get it working...
Last Friday afternoon at about 3:30 I noticed that our furnace wasn't working and the temperature was down to 65 and falling. With an 11 month-old in the house, I knew we needed to get it working again quickly. Based on Judy's Book reviews, I called Blue Flame and couldn't have been happier. They were friendly on the phone, and even tried to get someone out that day even though it was so late in the afternoon. I called around to try to find someone for that day, but few could even come Saturday and were all more expensive.
When the technician came the next morning, he arrived right on time. Even though the furnace appeared to be working properly, he stayed and thoroughly tested it. He eventually did find that the ignition was sometimes failing, so perfomed some needed maintenance and tested it several more times. Before leaving, he gave us his cell number and told us to call if it acted up again over the weekend. He also told us how to get around the failed ignition so we could keep the house warm until the repair could be done. It was great peace of mind and made us feel a lot better about having to pay the after-hours rate.
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It's been 3 long years since I lived close enough to Kwanjai Thai to stop in for take-out, and no other thai place quite lives up to it! My husband and I used to call our order in on the way to...
It's been 3 long years since I lived close enough to Kwanjai Thai to stop in for take-out, and no other thai place quite lives up to it! My husband and I used to call our order in on the way to Fremont, and I just loved the amazing smell when I hopped out of the car to pick dinner up. The place is small, but they are friendly and quick, and the food is amazing.
My husband & I are die-hard red curry and phad thai fans, but we've taken out-of-towners here and they've always raved about their selections, too. The balance of spices and sweetness is perfect, everything tastes fresh, and the phad thai never seems oily or greasy (a common problem, we've found).
If anyone can suggest a great place on the east side of I-5, please do!
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