As somebody who just lately moved to Seattle from New York Metropolis with my husband and little pup, I couldn’t wait to move out and expertise all that Seattle has to supply. So, when the prospect got here to discover the South Lake Union space, I used to be able to go!
Totally embracing the comfy climate, we began our journey indoors with somewhat (aggressive) recreation of minigolf at Flatstick Pub SLU. Proper whenever you stroll in you are feeling the power within the air as you’re employed your approach by way of the pub. Rounding the nook, you’ll come head to head with a 9-hole course that options legendary creatures, together with a 12-foot-tall Sasquatch and a vibrant pink owl that can scowl at anybody making an attempt to beat them as you go. Gaining some liquid braveness from the pub’s native beers on faucet, we set out onto the course to find out who was the last word minigolf grasp. Our rating card “by chance” obtained misplaced in direction of the tip, so we’ll rely it as a tie.
For many who have somewhat further time to spare, Flatstick’s 9-hole Duffleboard™ Course (which is a mixture of minigolf and shuffleboard) will certainly not disappoint. Full transparency, as newbies to the sport, it took us a few tries earlier than we discovered the right way to play, however when you get the grasp of it, the sport takes a enjoyable twist.
After grabbing some gentle bites on the pub, we headed off to our subsequent vacation spot: Ski SLU. These enjoyable little photograph ops all through South Lake Union made for some festive recollections to share with our household and mates again dwelling. Guests can get into the winter spirit with Summit at SLU at Nitro Plaza, they’ll cozy up by the hearth at Aprés SLU on the Day 1 Playfield, or they’ll Let It SLU with a magical snowstorm at Van Vorst Plaza (accessible every day from 4-5pm). Professional tip: Ski SLU is open now by way of January 6, 2023.
When you’re like us and want only a few extra presents for this vacation season, than wandering round South Lake Union’s ample variety of retailers gives the right excuse to go browse for some last-minute items. We stopped by Sub Pop Data on Seventh Avenue, which had a large assortment of t-shirts, hoodies, numerous trinkets, and vinyl information. The staff was tremendous pleasant and helped us pick the right presents for our mates.
A full day of journey requires a comfy meal indoors, in order that’s the place we headed to subsequent. We made our strategy to 2120, which gives flavorful New American delicacies that modifications seasonally. Daring to step away from my common Previous Normal, I made a decision to begin with certainly one of their seasonal cocktails, the Honey Badger. Made with Tito’s vodka, honey crisp apple shrub, dulce de leche, ginger and contemporary lemon, the cocktail offered a candy introduction to the meal that was about to come back. My husband and I’ve all the time had a agency perception that meals is supposed to be shared, so every time we exit, we order meals that the each of us will wish to attempt so we don’t miss out on all of the flavors. One order of the fried calamari, steak, and duck breasts later and we had been pleasantly glad with full bellies in tow.
Needing to stroll off our meal, we made our strategy to The Seattle Barkery to supply a particular deal with for our mini goldendoodle Whiskey. He’s not a fan of being left at dwelling for the day, so our responsible acutely aware got here into play, and we walked out with a couple of extra treats from the show.
It was time to move again dwelling after our day in South Lake Union, so we hopped within the automobile and made our approach. Till our subsequent journey round our new metropolis!
In regards to the Writer
Jacky Danyluk
Jacky Danyluk is a Advertising and marketing Supervisor at Go to Seattle. As an avid traveler and a brand new Seattle transplant, Jacky loves uncovering new locations within the metropolis she has but to discover. She normally may be discovered with a cup of espresso in hand, a digicam close by, and her canine in tow, able to set off on their subsequent journey.
