The community of West Seattle centers around this former streetcar crossing at Alaska Street and California Avenue SW, called the 'spine' of West Seattle. The streetcars run no more. Now other cars rule the road, but the intersection itself features the 'Walk All Ways' crossing system, which gives pedestrians a free-for-all moment free from automotive assault. The area boasts famous and award-winning murals, the largest single grouping of murals in Seattle. Long-standing area businesses include Easy Street Records, the Husky Deli, Neilsen Florists and the Classic Barber Shop.
Join Diane LaVonne for an engaging and unique food experience, one which connects the farmer, the ingredients, and cooking, with the finished product. You will start with lessons on choosing fresh ingredients for the days menu at the "Heart of Seattle", the Pike Place Market, where you will meet many of the farmer vendors and shop owners she has known for more than 20 years. After the tour you will go to her kitchen for a fun, interactive experience, learning about, preparing, and enjoying the best of what the Northwest has to offer from its waters, farms, orchards, and vineyards.
This is a place that is very difficult to define and categorize. Artists, who have different areas of specialization, all come together here and share their creativity. Housed in an industrial building dating back to the World War II era, this is a place where visitors can freely interact with the artists, who range from blacksmiths to photographers. This is more of an artistic community than a studio, one which encourages people to come and experience art first-hand. Do make an appointment with either the founder, Samuel Farrazaino, or with the specific artist you wish to meet, before dropping by.