Learn More

Spend a sunny day in West Seattle. You’ll take the water taxi, ride scooters to a nautical brunch spot, sip beers while looking at the water, then end with a cocktail while you wait for the ferry back to Seattle. For my West Seattlites, skip the water taxi steps 😉. 

A Perfect Date in West Seattle

Take the walk-on water taxi from Downtown Seattle, arriving in West Seattle in about 15 minutes, then enjoy hourly departures.

Water Taxi Ride

✅ Before you go: 
• This is a walk-on water taxi - no cars allowed
• Buy your ticket at the terminal ($5/pp), which is located at Pier 50 in Downtown Seattle, or you can use your Orca Card
• The taxi takes about 15 minutes

❗️Heads up: Water taxis depart Pier 50 every hour, with the first one at 8:30am and the last one at 6:30pm. Check the schedule here: https://kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/water-taxi/west-seattle.aspx 

Take the water taxi to West Seattle

After disembarking the water taxi at the marina next to Marination Ma Kai, rent scooters or bikes for a scenic ride to lunch.

Scooter/Bike Ride

📍The ferry will drop you off at the marina next to Marination Ma Kai. You’ll see tons of bikes and scooters around here to rent.

✅ Before you go: 
• Download the Link app or the Uber app to be able to rent a scooter/bike

💪 Pro tip:
• Stop for a pic by the lock fence - it’s the halfway point with an incredible view of Downtown Seattle

Rent scooters or bikes and ride to lunch

Enjoy a delightful lunch at Harry's Beach House, featuring a nautical theme and an elevated menu with items like oysters and eggs benedict.

Nautical Lunch

📍Harry’s Beach House is located on Alki Beach and has a sweet, nautical aesthetic, with shipwrecked paintings, a wooden bar, exposed brick, and an outdoor patio. Not to mention their menu is stacked with elevated breakfast staples. 

✅ Before you go: 
• Harry’s accepts reservations but I’ve been able to get a table quickly every time. Make a res here if you’d like: https://resy.com/cities/sea/harrys-beach-house?date=2022-06-06&seats=2 

🚴10 minute bike/scooter ride along the water from the marina to Harry’s

💪 Pro tips:
• Their bloody mary is perfect with a 3.5/5 spice level 
• Start with a half dozen oysters
• Their eggs benny with lemon hollandaise sauce and the kale caesar with salmon are both terrific


Stop for an amazing lunch at Harry’s Beach House

Alki Beach Park is ideal for relaxing or strolling post-lunch, offering stunning waterfront views right across from Harry’s Beach House.

Beach Relaxation

📍Alki Beach Park is a good spot to sit and digest - or walk around - while you look out at the water. 

🚶‍♀️Across the street from Harry’s

Relax at Alki Beach Park

At West Seattle Brewing Co. (TapShack), relax in sand-filled Adirondack chairs facing the water, and enjoy a Lazy Hazy Pale Ale on their scenic patio.

Beer Tasting

📍West Seattle Brewery is a small house-turned-brewery with Adirondack chairs in sand that face the water and a lovely patio with tables and chairs.

🚶‍♀️Across the street from Alki Beach Park

💪 Pro tip: 
• Their lazy hazy pale is delicious and 6.4% ABV


Grab a beer at West Seattle Brewing Co. (TapShack)

Marination Ma Kai, an LGBTQ-owned venue in Seattle, offers Hawaiian-inspired fare and cocktails with stunning downtown views, perfect for waiting for your ferry ride.

Cocktail Drinking

📍Marination Ma Kai is an incredible LGBTQ-owned spot with a Hawaiian-inspired menu and fire cocktails. Their views of downtown Seattle across the water are unmatched.

🚴10 minute bike/scooter ride along the water back to the marina where the water taxi dropped you off earlier

💪 Pro tips: 
• People will be putting in food orders at the front counter but since you’re just getting drinks, head straight to the back deck area to place your cocktail order
• Their jalapeño fizz was delicious
• Chill here until your ferry back home to Seattle arrives next door (you should be able to see it from Marination’s patio)

Have a cocktail at Marination Ma Kai

A peaceful 45-minute drive from Seattle leads you to Equine Escapes — a soul-soothing space where horses guide you into stillness. From quiet meadows to guided meditation in the woods, this experience is all about reconnecting with yourself in nature’s company.

Book your session at www.equineescapes.com 

Here's your plan for a peaceful 45-minute drive, guided horse meditation, and connection in nature

Reset & meditate with the horses 

Experience guided meditation with gentle horses at Equine Escapes in Roy, a unique way to ground yourself and reconnect in peaceful natural surroundings.

Guided Horse Meditation

✅ Before you go

      • It’s about a 45-minute drive from Seattle to Roy — plan your timing accordingly.
	•	Book your session in advance via equineescapes.com.
	•	Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking and sitting outdoors.
	•	Bring your water bottle, journal (or use the one provided), and an open heart.
	•	A light snack or acai bowl for the drive can make the journey even more relaxing.

💪 Pro tips
      •	Drive with the windows down — the countryside views are part of the experience.
	•	Let go of expectations; the horses will meet you exactly where you are.
	•	After the meditation, spend time connecting with the horses — it’s grounding and magical.
	•	Ask Kelly about your personalized souvenir — it’s a beautiful way to carry the moment with you. 

Meditate with Horses at Equine Escapes

Here's an Nudge to experience guided meditation with the horses at Equine Escapes.

The journey begins with a 45 minute ride from Seattle to Roy.

The serene ride through Yellow Meadows sets the tone for what's to come.

Then it's time to sit with the horses to simply be.

Their ability to stay grounded in the moment

makes them natural guides for mindful medation.

often helping to gently move anything that’s stuck.

Kelly will lead you through a guided meditation

in the woods surrounded by these soulful animals.

you can pet the horses and connect with them at your own pace.

Kelly created a personal souvenir for me based on the color

and letter I resonated with the most during my meditation,

Yoga in the park, every Thursday at 6:30 PM — hosted by Yerbana at Gas Works Park.
It’s free, it’s beginner-friendly, and it’s the midweek reset you didn’t know you needed.
Bring a mat, wear something comfy, and just show up. 🌿🧘🏽‍♀️
Find their instagram link for more info : https://www.instagram.com/yerbana?igsh=Y21laHdpY2dxN3Fz

Here's your plan for outdoor yoga at Gas Works Park every Thursday evening. Join in

Flow with Yoga in the park 

Enjoy a refreshing midweek reset with free, beginner-friendly outdoor yoga sessions at Gas Works Park in Seattle every Thursday at 6:30 PM.

Outdoor Yoga

✅ Before you go
       
       • Bring your yoga mat
	•	Wear something comfy you can move in
	•	Water bottle & light layer (it can get breezy)
	•	Arrive a few minutes early to find a good spot & parking

💪 Pro tips
• Go with a friend or come solo — either way, you’ll feel part of something.
And don’t worry about how “good” you are at yoga — just being there is enough.

Join Outdoor Yoga at Gas Works Park

Here's your nudge plan to take free yoga sessions at Gasworks Park hosted by Yerbana.

Get to Gasworks Park around 6:30 on Thursdays.

Set up your mat where you find space and just follow the instructions.

this is one refreshing experience to indulge in with such a huge group.

Biang Biang Noodles, a cozy spot serving up hand-pulled, wide-ribbon noodles that pack serious flavor and drama.

From slurp-worthy curry dry chicken noodles to light, fresh dumplings — this is your carb-fueled comfort meal done right. Bonus: generous portions, 5-minute wait time, and the perfect post-meal food coma walk back.


Here's your plan for indulging in comforting hand-pulled noodles and fresh dumplings at Biang Biang

Comfort Cravings at Biang Biang Noodles

Visit Biang Biang Noodles in Capitol Hill for hand-pulled noodles & dumplings; no reservations, huge portions, and spicy treats await with quick table-ready times.

Eating Noodles

✅ Before you go
      •    Check Google Maps for peak hours — this spot can get busy especially if you’re driving. Securing a parking spot is a hassle.
	•	No reservations needed, but you’ll check in at the counter when you arrive.
	•	Bring a friend… or your appetite. The portions are huge.

💪 Pro tips

	•	Ask to split the noodles into two bowls if you’re sharing — they’re happy to do it!
	•	Don’t skip the dumplings — they’re light, fresh, and balance the spice perfectly.
	•	The chili oil has a kick! Mix it in gradually if you’re spice-sensitive.
	•	Go for a window seat — perfect for people-watching in Capitol Hill.u

Make Your Way to Biang Biang Noodles

Here's your nudge plan to have some savory hand

pulled noodles at Biang Biang Noodles in Cap Hill.

and within 5 minutes you'll have your table ready.

We got the curry dried chicken noodles and vegetable dumplings.

so we asked them to split into two bowls,

So if you're craving some comfort food with a kick,

Put on your chefs hat at Sur La Table! 🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳The cookware store hosts several different types of cooking classes! Tonight, our recipes are based in Thailand! 🍚

Here's your plan for cooking Thai dishes at Sur La Table—hands-on, interactive class experience

Put on your chef’s hat at Sur La Table! 🍽️

Join a cooking class at Sur La Table in Kirkland! Learn to cook Thai dishes, get your hands dirty, and enjoy a delicious meal.

Cooking Class

✅ Before you go
• Book your class with Sur La Table: https://www.surlatable.com/cooking-classes/ 🍜
• There are so many to choose from, drawing inspiration from many different countries!
• I like to use the “calendar view” to see all the classes available each day. Some days, up to three are available at different times! You can search by cuisine too! 🍣🍤🥟🥞🍮
• Most classes are $99 per person. There is a discount code you can get if you want to sign up for emails your first time. II truly was pleased with the overall experience and how much food we made! 💸

💪 Pro tips
• This is at the Sur La Table location in Kirkland! At this point, there are no cooking classes offered at the Seattle location near Pike Place Market. 🍴🥄
• The class is very immersive! Get ready to get your hands dirty! (Keep that in mind if you have a severe food allergy.) 🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳
• You get 10% of any purchases made in the store during your class! 🍽️

Book a class and roll up your sleeves!

The cookware store hosts several different types of cooking classes,

and tonight our recipes are based in Thailand.

A chef guides you through the process step by step,

but you get to do everything from the preparation to the cooking and the plating.

These classes are a bit more expensive at almost $100 per person,

but I was really impressed with how much we got to do with the experience

Our shrimp barely be to the end of the meal.

I think we had 4 left by the time we played and everything,

but all of the food we made definitely passed the taste test.