11 things to do in the Seattle area this weekend

Welcome to the weekend! From cozy cafes to new books by local authors, here’s our latest on local things to do.

Mr. Dim Sum is drawing foodie fans to the mall in Tukwila with its all-day dim sum menu. Here’s what our critic thought of the restaurant, open since the fall.
Cozy up in a low-key Seattle cafe. For French choux buns and hearty sandwiches, our food writer suggests a Seattle patisserie and a corner store where you can unwind this winter.
This family recipe for albondigas is a winter warmer, nourishing anyone looking for a hug in a bowl. Make it for a friend in need, or as a treat for yourself.
Best described as a seaside shepherd’s pie, this dish from our recipe writer is full of chunks of fish and topped with fluffy mashed potatoes.

Get nostalgic at Seattle’s new elevated park on the waterfront. On a December visit to the Overlook Walk, carrying a copy of a 2019 photo of the viaduct, Now & Then columnist Jean Sherrard polled locals and tourists for their opinions.

Join the Seattle Crafting and Coffee Club, a free group that meets monthly, on Sunday or get inspired by one of these other local crafting groups.

Heading to the theaters? Check out what our critics thought of “The Room Next Door,” “The Last Showgirl” or other recent releases.
A Seattle couple benefit from “Opportunity Knocks,” a PBS show that coaches people on how to overcome financial challenges.

This month sees a few noteworthy delayed paperback releases, including what could be the best fiction and nonfiction releases of 2023.
Read local. Lynnwood author Kirsten Sundberg Lunstrum recently spoke to The Seattle Times about her debut novel, “Elita.”
Seattle author Jo Segura’s second romance adventure novel is out. The Seattle Times spoke to Segura about “Temple of Swoon,” similarities between the protagonist and herself and more.