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Libido-licious: Goddess This

Now that winter is (or will) gradually transform itself into spring, it’s time to think about sex, love, and romance. (Oh, like you weren’t already.) Valentine’s Day (a.k.a. V-Day) will soon be upon us, and thus February is the month of all things that are “libido-licious” (i.e., aphrodisiacs, if you will). Things like... [Read more of this review]

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Choice Organic Teas’ New “Bookend” Teas

Now that the New Year is fully upon us, changes are on the horizon. For we hedonists all like to shake things up on a regular basis, don’t we? So … how about tea for two … or four. Four new flavors, that is. As of this month (currently available at their online store and scheduled to be in stores next month) Seattle’s own Choice... [Read more of this review]

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Bible Schmible: Family Focus

Time to get a little heavy here, dear hedonists. What is the Bible? What is its purpose? Why was it written and by whom? There’s a new play in town – a world premiere, in fact – that addresses these questions and, in so doing, redefines what is the Bible, what is holy. In short, it’s family. That’s right family –... [Read more of this review]

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Women and War

World War II was a time in our history that we must remember – remember and relive through the literature and the arts, for example – so as to never lose sight of the horrific atrocities of which we as human beings are capable. The purpose of such a reminder is to ensure that we do not necessitate such behavior again. Ever. For, as the Spanish... [Read more of this review]

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Tap: Surrey’s Finest

OK, as a Surrey-girl-turned-Seattleite, I can hear the groans now: “tap Surrey’s finest.” But I’m not trying to create some crass joke, here, dear hedonists. Rather, I’m here to tell you about what is currently my fav fine dining restaurant in Surrey, B.C. The restaurant: Tap Restaurant in Surrey, B.C. Located in the South... [Read more of this review]

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Frothin’ Over Capresso

Although these days the weather outside may be frightful to some – and hedonistic-heavy snow days to others – Snowmageddon is a fab time for a nice, hot beverage (regardless of which camp you’re in). And, if you’re truly house-/apartment-/condo-bound, with the local hot beverage places either closed or seemingly not worth the... [Read more of this review]

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All About Attila

As Seattle sits snow-bound, northern Italy is currently being invaded. Invaded by a barbarian whose name is pronounced more than one way: uh-TILL-uh in English, and AH-teel-uh in Italian. OK, so not an actual military invasion, but rather, an operatic one. Canadian bass-baritone John Relyea from Toronto, Ontario as Attila (left) and bass-baritone Michael... [Read more of this review]

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A Completed New Year’s Resolution: Heed the Hedonist on Facebook

So … some people keep New Year’s Resolutions, others don’t. Personally, I can see both sides: given that most resolutions pertain to health improvement – be it physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, socially, financially, or (of course) hedonistically – one could argue that they shouldn’t be a once-a-year... [Read more of this review]

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Latest Lunch Offerings at Capital Grille

There’s just something about the start of a new year that makes folks want change, ideally for the better. Be it starting fresh, self-improvement, or resolutions – or all of the above – January seems to be a time for change. Winter $16 Plates Menu gets an update: Roasted Red Pepper Soup (left) and Roasted Root Vegetables with a Wagyu... [Read more of this review]

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Coriolanus: One Bad-Ass Momma’s Boy

People can be … complicated. Take Caius Martius Coriolanus, a Roman general known for his ability to fight in wartime. Heralded as a hero, his mother Volumnia encourages him to run for consul (high office). Coriolanus is a fighter, not a politician (although he has the ego for both). However, he’s also a bona fide momma’s boy, so he... [Read more of this review]

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Give Your Head a Little Love, Part 3 of 3: Lips

Here’s the final third installment of the three-part head lovin’ series: lips. Those delectable, moist-alicious vessels for … oh, lots of things. This time of year, it’s tougher than ever to keep those beauties supple, smooth, happy, and healthy. Today I tested three lip balms, provided by Metropolitan Market as a part of their... [Read more of this review]

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Give Your Head a Little Love, Part 2 of 3: Air Repair

O.K., so part one was all about the hair; for part two, let’s move on to the face. This time of year, travel – in particular air travel – is pretty much a fact of life. What’s more, as of late travel has become more … complicated. The result: grumpy, rumpled, dried-out passengers. But there’s another option for those... [Read more of this review]

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