We've reached the middle of the week (and the end of election season), which means there are probably a few folks out there looking to do something other than work feverishly all day, eyes on computer screens, only to go home and eat a dull meal. So we thought we'd furnish you with a little bit of food fodder to fill your social calendars. more ›

This fall we are combining our love of the football and our dream of learning to cook by preparing a meal from the city of the Seahawks' opponent. more ›

This fall we are combining our love of the football and our dream of learning to cook by preparing a meal from the city of the Seahawks' opponent. more ›

How many bowls of clam chowder could a $1,000 Ivar's gift card buy? If you become the next Ivar's Clam Star, you could find out--and you'll also receive a Clammy Award trophy, along with a possible ringtone deal. Let Seattlest repeat that, Biden-style: ringtone. All you have to do is recreate one of Ivar Haglund's ballads on video and be creative about it. Dear God, do local musicians realize the potential for ironic hilarity here? Deadline's October 27th--get cracking! more ›

As I think of my happy condition...surrounded by acres of clams.Yes, Ivar's is 70 years old and celebrating. The bedrock of Seattle's waterfront is a reminder to us all: some things never change (the clam chowder, the fish & chips) but many survive by adapting. more ›

Were he still alive, Ivar Haglund would be celebrating his 103rd birthday on today, probably by strumming his guitar and singing some pun-filled ditty. To celebrate, the Ivar's restaurants are selling cups of birthday chowder for 103 cents. more ›