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RESTAURANT NEWS

Openings

Matt Janke, the talented original chef-owner of Matt's in the Market (still going strong with Matt’s former business partner), has opened Lecosho a few blocks south overlooking the Harbor Steps. Serving lunch and dinner, and open until 1 a.m. daily, Lecosho --- which translates to “pig” in Chinook native dialect, focuses on seasonal Northwest cuisine. Diners will find bacon, sausage and home-made charcuterie as well as seafood and pasta. Lunch & dinner daily. Lecosho, 89 University St., Seattle, WA 98101, 206-623-2101.

The much-anticipated Book Bindery opens this month in an industrial space overlooking the Ship Canal just north of Fremont. Seattle foodies have been buzzing about the credentials of its two partners: Shaun McCrain and Patric Gabre-Kidan. Chef McCrain worked at Les Elysss du Vernet in Paris, at Thomas Keller's Per Se in New York, and at Michael Mina in San Francisco. Patric Gabre-Kidan, formerly a pastry chef with Tom Douglas, is also the former chef at Ethan Stowell's Tavolata, How to Cook a Wolf and most, recently, Anchovies & Olives. Expectations are soaring for what could be Seattle's most exciting new restaurant to open this fall. Book Bindery, 198 Nickerson Street, Seattle, WA 98109, 206-283-2665.

Vuong and Tricia Loc, owners of the lovely French restaurant Portage in Queen Anne, recently opened June, a new café in the tiny space formerly occupied by Cremant in Madrona. Their eclectic menu is a seasonally inspired mélange of Asian, French, and new American flavors. Choices include braised lamb neck with hand cut pasta, stuffed rabbit leg with asparagus fondue, and a Thundering Hooves burger on a brioche bun. Despite its summery name, June's concrete floors and stark décor have a wintery yet casual, neighborhood vibe. June, 1423 34th Ave , Seattle, WA 98112, 206-323-4000.

News Bytes

New Roots Take Hold for the Local Vine on Capitol Hill
The Local Vine (TLV) opened its new Capitol Hill location only eight weeks after the popular wine bar vacated its original Belltown location due to structural problems in the Maguire Building on Second Avenue. Wine-by-the glass prices at the new shop range from $6 up to $28, with the majority between $8-13. The Local Vine will also offer seasonal small plates designed to be shared and paired with many wine and cocktail offerings. The Local Vine's resident chef is Andy Dekle, a five-year veteran of The Ruins private social club where he began as sous chef and moved into the executive chef role in 2008. The Local Vine, Trace North Building, 1410 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122, 206-257-5653.

Chef Shuffle

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Closings

CLOSED FOR GOOD
Take your taste buds on a walk down memory lane! Check out our exclusive closed restaurant database for Seattle to virtually visit your favorite dining spots from the past. Lampreia, R.I.P.

The sun has set on Casuelita's Caribbean Restaurant in Belltown. This bright tropical spot on Vine Street will fondly be remembered for its tasty cuisine and exotic cocktails from the Bahamas, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico. Casuelita's Caribbean Restaurant, 81 Vine St., Ste. 101, Seattle, WA 98121, no phone.

CULINARY EVENTS
Want to learn to cook? Try new dishes? Meet a foodie friend for fun? Check out our compilation of culinary events in your area.

View our calendar of Wine Dinners & Tastings in Seattle

Discover the top restaurants for various cuisines and categories like steakhouses, pizza, happy hours, and romantic dining. Find the best restaurants in Seattle here!

Find the best restaurants in Seattle in categories like outdoor dining and brunch

BEYONCE INSPIRED LIBATIONS

Try these whiskey cocktails inspired by Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album.

Check the recipes.

BOURBON IN YOUR AIOLI

This cashew aioli recipe gets a kick with bourbon.

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GAYOT'S RESTAURANT AWARDS

Over the years, we have been electing restaurants to be on GAYOT's Yearly Restaurant Awards.

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News for Restaurants in Seattle October 2010 Archive

News for Restaurants in Seattle
October 2010 Archive