My new issue of Seattle Met came in the mail. I'm always so eager to delve into this mag and learn more about my city (yes, I call it MY city). There was a really interesting article about Pioneer Square, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Seattle. I remember when I first moved here that P Square was the most happening area to hang out, eat, see live music, and go clubbing. I remember frequenting "The New Orleans Cafe" http://www.neworleanscreolerestaurant.com/
to see the greatest blues bands and relax with an eclectic group of people. This place had the most amazing Bloody Marys, you know, the kind you could pretty much refer to as a salad. With pickled Okrah (sp?) green beans, celery, onions, bleu cheese stuffed olives, and Jalapenos. Now that I think about it, this is where I tried Okrah for the first time! Sadly, Pioneer Square (like a lot of Seattle neighborhoods) went through a rough patch (see article). Seattleites are now frightened to be there late-night and the only hang-outs left are scary clubs that are best known for finding drugs in a pretty shady crowd. Now, I only go for the great delis (which are mentioned in this article) like Tat's http://tatsdeli.com/
for the best hot pastrami sandwich I've ever had- the "Tatstrami"! I will always miss the old safe Pioneer Square but I am excited they are trying to rebuild and I can't wait to experience the new galleries and Art-Walks to come. I'm rooting for you Pioneer Square!!
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