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Need help planning a date? Whether the date is romantic or platonic, Tamari Bar — which serves Japanese cuisine — reigns supreme.

Here's your plan for a casual date night: Enjoy Japanese cuisine at Tamari Bar, then indulge in dessert at Hot Cakes

❣️Casual date night❣️in Capitol Hill

Enjoy Japanese cuisine and drinks at Tamari Bar in Capitol Hill, Seattle. Great for dates with happy hour deals.

Japanese Cuisine

✅ Before you go
• Happy hour is from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM and then again from 9:00 PM until last call. 
• Peak hours get busy so I recommend making a reservation! 

💪 Pro tips
• The happy hour drink & food combinations are a great deal! https://www.tamaribarseattle.com/happy-hour-copy
• Try a highball!

Tamari Bar

Enjoy delicious seasonal desserts at Hot Cakes 🍰 in Capitol Hill after a short walk from Tamari Bar.

Dessert Eating

✅ Before you go
• Hot Cakes is about a 10 min walk from Tamari Bar! 
• It can get super busy and challenging to get a seat on the weekend, so just keep that in mind. 

💪 Pro tips
• Try one of the seasonal desserts! 

Hot Cakes 🍰 

Come on a first date with me to enjoy some Japanese cuisine and get some dessert.

Tamari Bar is located in Capitol Hill and it is my favorite restaurant.

The environment is super lively and it has incredible food,

you can walk over to Hot Cakes after to enjoy some dessert.

as well as vegan and gluten-free options.

Launch, or rent, your boards from East Lake and paddle on over to Gasworks Brewing. 

Brews and boards on Lake Union 🍻🏄‍♀️

Launch your paddle board from Eastlake's public shoreline, enjoy easy rentals and waterfront access for a fun adventure paddling on Lake Union.

Paddleboard Launch

✅ Before you go
• This is a public beach area in a residential area. 
• There is plenty of street parking but be mindful of the neighborhood.

💪 Pro tips
• The beach is an access point for other paddle boards. 
• There are tables and chairs to lounge in too.

Launch from East Lake

Paddle up to Gasworks Brewing on Lake Union, tie up at their dock, and enjoy a cold brew and snacks with waterfront views and laid-back vibes.

Brewery visit

✅ Before you go
• There is a dock you can tie on or a small beach area to walk up if the docks are full.

💪 Pro tips
• The line can get pretty long to order, so make a friend while you wait in line.
• Bring plenty of sunscreen.

Brewery paddle up

Return your rented paddle board at E Louisa St shoreline in Eastlake. Relax in beach chairs or explore nearby public waterfront spots after your paddle adventure.

Paddleboard return

✅ Before you go
• make sure your phone is charged so you’re able to return your board.

💪 Pro tips
• lounge in one of the chairs or explore the smaller public beaches nearby!

Return your paddle

The weather is finally starting to get warmer in Seattle,

so come with me to paddle board to a brewery in South Lake Union.

but I ended up renting one from this self-service locker in East Lake.

There's a QR code on the locker service that explains everything.

It's super simple once you take out the paddle board,

you close it back up and then you're able to launch from the beach area.

I would say it's about a 15 minute paddle over.

the scariest part was just crossing the lake because of all the other boats,

but Luckily there weren't that many this day,

You're able to paddle right up to the brewery and leave your paddle on the dock.

and they're always playing bumping music.

I've had the nachos before that are pretty good.

I also randomly ran into one of my friends,

We stayed for maybe 1 hour and then I had to start

heading back because I was renting by it the half hour,

headed back to our boards and got right back to the water.

I was nervous about the return process for the paddle board,

I used the link they sent me and was able to unlock the locker,

put the paddle back in along with the oar and the life jacket,

It was such a lovely way to spend an afternoon and I honestly can't wait to do it again.

This might be the most fun art studio I’ve ever tried! At Wicked Rae’s in West Seattle, you can create and take home your own art for as little as $25!

Here's your plan for messy, fun splatter painting at Wicked Rae's art studio in West Seattle

$25 Splatter Art Studio! 🫟🖌️🎨

Create vibrant splatter art at Wicked Rae's in West Seattle—$25 gets you paint, tools, protective gear, and your own canvas to take home! No rules, just messy fun!

Splatter painting

✅ Before you go
• Wicked Rae’s is a women-owned art studio in West Seattle: https://www.wickedraes.org
• Definitely make an appointment! They have plenty of time slots available! 👩‍🎨
• The owners will provide everything you need, including paint, tools, canvases, and protective gear! 🫟
• It doesn’t hurt to still wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty, just in case! 👚
• There are different packages with add-ons to choose from! I did the basic package for $25 and had a blast! 🎨

💪 Pro tips
• Have fun! There are so many different tools to try! I probably finished my painting — and then ruined it — and then finished it again three times before I ended up with my finished piece! 🤪

Get creative! 🖌️

This might be the most fun art studio I have ever tried.

This is Wicked Rae’s over in West Seattle.

and the adorable owners provided everything we needed.

many different types of tools to paint with.

Our favorite was definitely this racket with these paint-filled balloons.

One of the most fun parts about this is you can get the entire room dirty.

You don't have to be careful or try to keep anything clean.

And the best part is you get to take your art home same day.

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.