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Looking to shake up your weekly dinner plans? Then head on over to Jamjuree Thai Cuisine located on 15th Ave E.

Jamjuree first came into being as a small restaurant in the heart of Thailand –Bangkok. The founding three sisters and a brother shared their love of cooking with other family members, and some of them brought their culinary knowledge to Seattle and opened Jamjuree as you know it. Here at Jamjuree, you’ll enjoy simple but delicuous food–dishes that are neither too traditional nor too ‘nouvelle’– just great Thai home cooking. – Jamjuree.

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Jamjuree Thai Cuisine is a Capitol Hill favorite serving up a mean Phad Tai, a decadent Thai iced tea, and a variety of other delectable plates to please any pallet. We recommend the Yellow Curry. Mmm! We’re getting hungry just writing about it!

What are locals saying?

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Awesome food… I go there for the lunch special almost everyday. Best thai food in Seattle without a doubt! via Chau P. on Yelp

My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this hidden gem recently and I am SO happy that we did! I really loved the dishes we had, special chicken and pad ki mao, and the portion sizes were perfect! Pad Ki Mao is one of my favorite Thai dishes and Jamjuree did not disappoint. The atmosphere is cute too. It would be great to take family or a date here. And, $20 for two and some leftovers to take home…not too shabby at all! I can’t wait to go back to Jamjuree in the near future! Juliane W. on Yelp

Have you been? What did you think?

Last week, we asked our residents about their favorite spot to grab Mexican food on Capitol Hill. Whether you’re looking for a sit down date experience or a quick grab and go, you will find that Capitol Hill offers a plethora of tasty options.

Here are our residents favorite spots. (All within close proximity to The Lyric!)

Here are a few of their suggestions!

Barriga Llena

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219 Broadway E
(between Olive Way & Thomas St)
Seattle, WA 98102

Tacos Chukis

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219 Broadway E
(between John St & Olive Way)
Seattle, WA 98102

La Cocina & Cantina

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432 Broadway Ave E
(between Republican St & Harrison St)
Seattle, WA 98102

Fogon

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600 E Pine St
(between Boylston Ave & Belmont Ave)
Seattle, WA 98122

Poquitos

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1000 E Pike St
(between 10th Ave & 11th Ave)
Seattle, WA 98122

Where is your favorite spot on Capitol Hill?

Bored with the bar scene? Looking for an alternative night out? Luckily for you, Seattle has a variety of entertainment and nightlife venues to turn any boring night lively. From concerts to restaurants, the number of things to do at your fingertips fails to disappoint.

One place in Seattle that we recommend checking out is Teatro ZinZanni. Teatro ZinZanni is a local favorite and a renowned night out on the town.

What is Teatro ZinZanni?
A night of theater, food, and art that will surely not be forgotten, Teatro ZinZanni presents a night of acrobatics, a delicious meal, and a variety of performances.

Teatro describes themselves as part circus, part dinner theatre, and always magical. Described as “the Kit Kat Klub on acid” and “the hottest ticket in town” Teatro ZinZanni is a night out unlike any other. It is a three-hour whirlwind of international cirque, comedy and cabaret artists all served up with a scrumptious five-course feast and elegant libations.

Teatro ZinZanni is located in the shadow of the Space Needle at the following address :
222 Mercer Street Seattle, WA 98109

How Can I Buy Tickets?
To purchase tickets for the dinner and show you can check out their website, purchase tickets at the box office or call their office at:
(206) 802-0015
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Have you checked out Teatro ZinZanni yet? What was your favorite part of the show? Would you recommend it as a must see activity in Seattle?

We know….we know….parking in certain Seattle locations can sometimes pose a challenge! During peak hours, inexpensive options can be hard to come across. Though Seattle does offer a number of public transportation options, driving and parking downtown can be inevitable.

In downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill, you will find street parking, paid lots, and parking garages.

To avoid paying a fee, a few places around the city offer parking validation dependent on your purchase at the location. Check with local retailers before visiting to determine if this option can save you money and hassle.

In Downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill, street parking is free weeknights after 8pm in most areas and all day Sunday. This free downtown parking is also offered on most nationally observed holidays.

Though you may not always be able to find free parking, here are a few resources to make your parking experience a bit less stressful:

Your Spot is Here
Visit YourSpotisHere.com for great deals and and parking destinations. Use the interactive map to find daily parking locations and their price, as well as deals from local businesses.

E-Park
E-Parkprovides real-time short term parking information, including the number of available parking spaces, for select parking garages in the Seattle downtown area.

Interactive Parking Map
The Interactive Parking Map brought to you by the city of Seattle, shows on- and off-street parking facilities in Downtown. Check out the map for the rates in Downtown neighborhoods.

Where do you like to park downtown and on Capitol Hill? Do you use any applications to make the process easier?

If you are a Seattle native, you may be aware of many of the great options we have for public transportation. If you are from out of town, you will quickly find that King County has a wide variety of buses and ferries to make getting from point A to point B a breeze.

In recent years, Seattle welcomed its newest mode of transportation – the light rail. If you are living on Capitol Hill the Light Rail is just a quick bus or taxi ride away.

What is the Light Rail?
The light rail is an under and over ground train that connects Seattle residents with a variety of locations.  The light rail runs from Westlake all the way to SeaTac Airport. From downtown Seattle, this is one of the most convenient ways to fly out of the city

How much does the Light Rail cost?

The cost of riding Central Link is based on how far you travel. One-way adult tickets start with a base fare of $2.00 and add five cents to the base fare for every mile of your trip.  Day passes cost two times the one-way fare and are good for travel on the service, date and stations printed on the ticket.

 Via http://www.soundtransit.org/Fares-and-Passes/Link-fares.xml

When Can I Ride The Light Rail?

The Light Rail has its first service at 5am and has service until around 1am depending on the day. For exact times and schedule please click here.

Have you taken the light rail before? How was your experience?

A Cupcake Gram – what’s that? A Cupcake Gram is a magical little email that our friends at Cupcake Royale have created to help you and your loved ones celebrate Valentine’s Day.

For a limited time, on the Cupcake Royale website you can send your friends and lovers a personalized email complete with a coupon for a free delicious cupcake.

How much do they cost?

Sending a Cupcake Gram cost $4 per card. For only $4 you can give your Valentine a big smile and delicious cupcake!

Cupcake Royale is one of our favorite spots on Capitol Hill located not far from The Lyric.
Have you sent any yet? Only 3 days left until Valentine’s Day!

Scott Haines is a finalist in the Washington Multi Family Housing Association Emerald Awards.  He was chosen in the category of “Maintenance Supervisor of The Year”
He was chosen as a finalist after an extensive application and interview process, including spending time with judges at the properties to learn how he does his job.  Scott works at The Lyric, The 101 and the Corydon.  It’s a huge honor to be a finalist and we are so proud of him.  The winners will be announced on Feb 6th (tomorrow) at a big gala.

Here is what Scott said about his work in his application:

“I believe I was nominated due to my passion for customer service.  I do everything I can to exceed our residents expectations on a daily basis.  I want them to have a wonderful place to live that they are proud of and a place where they feel supported.  Our residents know that I will do everything I can to find a way to resolve any issues they may have. I am very committed to customer service and our company goal is to deliver an experience that is quietly awesome.  That means that we are doing everything we can to make sure our residents feel supported and we do it in a seamless way.  I honestly love working with our residents and I enjoy offering them the best of the best at our property.”

Good luck Scott! We’re rooting for you tomorrow night!

Last week, we showed you our resident’s favorite coffee spots. Though coffee is delicious, tea is also something we love at The Lyric.

Where is some of the best tea on Capitol Hill? One of our favorite spots is Remedy Teas, located on 15th Ave East. Remedy Teas is a quick walk from The Lyric and fails to disappoint in its selection of teas.

Remedy Teas offers 150 types of tea all brewed to perfection and paired with great customer service. Whether you’re looking for a spot to catch up with a friend or a good book, Remedy Teas has ample seating and an assortment of tasty treats to pair with your tea.

seattle’s organic tea company and cafe

New Year is here and it’s a perfect time for RemedyTeas featuring more than 150 organic teas specializing in signature artisan blends. We love tea and love sharing it with you — we source, blend, sell and serve specialty organic tea from across the globe. You can shop online or visit our Seattle Cafe to experience tea with all your senses.

via Remedy Teas Online

Have you been? What did you think of the selection?