With Valentine’s Day rapidly approaching, it's time to start solidifying those dinner reservations before the pickings get (even more) slim. Many restaurants put together fixed price Valentine’s menus which some diners love, while others prefer the freedom of a regular menu selection. Whether you fall in the first or second category, here are our top picks for both fixed price and regular menu dinners, in the over $50 category (we'll bring you some under-$50 ideas tomorrow). more ›

"ooh la la" by John Gilmore, from our Flickr pool more ›

We thought we’d offer a quick look back at the Sunset Supper, which we previewed a few weeks ago and then attended. Actually, our view much of the evening was what you see in the photograph: the backs of a bunch of people standing in line. more ›

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BASTILLE DAY AT THE MARKET: Seattle's French restaurants are in Francophile overdrive tonight in celebration of French independence. Le Pichet (1933 First Ave.) starts its annual party at 6 p.m. and features Gypsy jazz until 11 p.m., when the d.j. takes over. Maximilien (81A Pike St.) has a special three-course dinner tonight for $35 and an accordion player. And Cafe Campagne (86 Pine St.) tops them all: a street fair is happening in Post Alley starting at 3 p.m. including wine and hors d'oeuvres. For those seeking more sustenance, they're offering an extravagant five-course dinner for around $80 per person. more ›