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Beer, football & frenzied fans Celebrating the best bars in Bellevue to catch the ‘big game’

The King of Shoes

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Inside scoop: dine | wine | art | fashion | cheap thrills

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6 CHEAP THRILLS | Eating cheap around Bellevue

8 FASHION | Behind the scenes at the Gene Juarez fall photo shoot 11 DINE | By the Slice: Bellevue’s best pizza spots 12 COVER STORY | Beer, football and frenzied fans 15 ARTS | The King of Shoes takes footwear to the next level

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18 MUSIC | Fresh off tour with Madonna, Via Romen comes to Bellevue 22 SCENE & HEARD | The top five things you must do in October

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the editorial note

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he month of September was a world wind of fashion, from Fall Fashion Week presented by The Bellevue Collection to the first ever Fashion’s Night Out hosted at The Bravern and Bellevue Square.

With October rolling in, now is the time to kick off the high heels and slip on the team jersey and face paint for the 2010 football season. Between the Huskies and the ‘Hawks, there’s plenty of game watching to be had. If you can’t make it down for a good tailgating party at Qwest Field, make sure to catch all the action at one of many Bellevue bars featuring extended happy hour specials and plasma HDTVs (Beer & Football, pg. 12-13).

Craving a good slice of pizza to balance out that beer?

Swing into any one of the great locations around Bellevue serving up traditional, and not so traditional, pizza by the slice (By the Slice, pg. 11).

Fall is also the perfect time to take advantage of a fun night out. Swing over to The Parlor Live Comedy Club at Lincoln Square and catch any one of the great comedians hitting the stage this month. Get a sneak preview inside the mind of Gilbert Gottfried and be sure to enter to win free comedy tickets (Comedy Corner, pg. 21). It’s our way of saying thank you to our loyal readers.

The Scene is a publication of the Bellevue Reporter.

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Bellevue Eats on the cheap Despite Bellevue’s ritzy reputation for burgeoning yuppie hotspots, the recent recession has many residents becoming more frugal. It’s still possible to eat out on a shoestring budget AND be satisfied and content – not every single dining spot in the city breaks the bank.

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Power Lunch

 Ooba Tooba Located on busy 108th St – right across from the Bellevue Transit Center – Ooba Tooba is a lunch spot not to be missed. Quality Mexican food at under $10 a plate, what’s not to love? Open for fairly limited hours (11am-2:30pm), it does tend to draw a hungry and frenzied working crowd, but don’t let this discourage you from sticking out the lines. Try out the full salsa bar or the beer battered cod burrito for a lunch that will hit the spot. Visit them online at www.oobatooba.com.  Saigon City Pho Ah, Pho. This Vietnamese noodle soup has exploded in popularity in the Seattle area in recent years. It’s a great cure for a variety of ailments, including hangovers and the common cold. It’s particularly refreshing on a cold fall or winter day. And best of all – its cheap – a small bowl of this delicious dish is rarely more than $5. Saigon city offers hands down, the best pho in Bellevue – staff is friendly and service is excellent. Located at 15045 Bel Red Road, learn more by calling 425.401.0823.  India King Restaurant Located on 156th near Crossroads, newly opened India King is located where Black Angus used to be. Head here for the lunch buffet - $9.95 including soda. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and the menu extensive. One advantage of India King’s lunch buffet is that it has a lot more variety than others in the area. They also offer a selection of affordable dinner options for those dining later in the day – try the lamb curry, which is tender and heartily spiced. Find out more by calling 425.214.4797.  Lets Do Lunch This neighborhood cafe is one of Bellevue’s treasures, serving up homemade-style soups, panini sandwiches and entree salads including the Northwest Green Salad and Traditional Taco Salad. Half sandwiches start as low as $3.99 and a heaping bowl

of tomato basil is only $3.49. Located at 1417 130th Ave NE, Lets Do Lunch is a great little spot to dine in or grab and go. Find out more at www.myletsdolunch.com.

Happy Hour

 Grand Cru Wine Bar (1020 108th Ave NE, Suite 100) Start the week off right with half-off small plates and $5 wines by the glass all night long on Mondays and 4:007:00 p.m. Small plates worth sampling include the Dungeness Thai Crab Cakes or the Black Truffle Oil Popcorn. Learn more at http:// grandcru-winebar.com.  Lucky Strike Lanes The perfect spot to release your inner child, this bowling alley for grown ups includes $1 burger (1/2 pound) night every Wednesday, from 4 p.m. to close. Lucky Strike Lanes is located at 700 Bellevue Way NE, Suite 250 in Lincoln Square. Learn more by visiting, www.bowlluckystrike.com.  Earls Restaurant With a different drink special every day of the week and $5 to $8 food items including Chicken Tacos, Ahi Tuna Sliders, Wings and Calamari, how can you go wrong? Earls offers two happy hours, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. daily and 10:00 p.m. to close, Sunday through Tuesday. Visit www.earls.ca for the entire scoop.

Crossroads

 You don’t have to travel far to get a taste of international cuisine. Simply make your way to the Crossroads Shopping Center (NE 8th & 156th Ave. NE) for a variety of ethic eats that won’t deflate your wallet, including Ebru Mediterranean Grill, Thyme for Soup, Ziti Pasta Italiano and Bulgogi Korean. With nearly 20 dining spots to chose from in one place, Crossroads is truely a Bellevue hot spot for cheap eats. Check out all the cheap eat dining spots by visiting, www.crossroadsbellevue.com.

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n a crisp morning in late May, (yes, this is the Seattle area), The Scene was invited behind the scenes at the Gene Juarez Fall Collection 2010 photo shoot. The day-long shoot took place at the stunning backdrop of the EMP (Experience Music Project) and captured a number of day time and evening looks. looks. Photographer Sinisha and models Andrea Milner, Anna Norheim and Christina Humphrey arrived early on set to prep for hair and makeup. In the skilled hands of a professional artistic team, including Gene Juarez creative directors, Kim Lundin and James Todd, the models were transformed into fresh fall looks from head to toe.

According to Todd, the Gene Juarez Collection photo shoots are inspired heavily by the runway.

“At Gene Juarez, we use fashion as a concept for what we do,” he explained. “Some hair dressers sometimes do what they think is cool, when they think its cool. We chose to use the fashion trends of the upcoming seasons and the major fashion designers to influence us and tell a story that pushes our customer into what’s current and what’s in the moment.”

The photo shoot for the Fall 2010 Collection was a three-prong process.

The first day look was a throw back to, Where the Wild Things Are.. “It is all about fur this fall and winter,” Todd said, adding, “What’s not to love?”

The second day look was inspired by military fashion and cool, windy e man behind days translated through lots of volume, texture and movement in the hair.

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october 2010 | thebellevuescene.com | 11 Get the dish on other Bellevue pizza spots by visiting www.thebellevuescene.com

By the Pictured above: (Top) Chevre Roast from Zeeks Pizza, (Bottom Right) Barbeque chicken atop the Caspian from MOD Pizza, (Bottom Left) a fresh baked slice of classic pepperoni and green pepper from Topolino.

MOD Pizza

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Revisiting the retro-style of family dining, MOD Pizza in Bellevue has become known for its made-on-demand creations. The quick-serve restaurant features a large, 775-degree Earthstone oven that keeps the line moving quickly.

A single MOD’s individual 11 inch thin crust pizza cooks in as little as three and a half minutes, and the oven can hold up to 25 pizzas at one time.

MOD’s pizzas are made using a signature handmade dough and red sauce, which is made fresh daily. The menu features 10 selections including the Caspian (mozzarella, gorgonzola, barbeque chicken, barbeque sauce, sliced red onions) and the Ulysses (mozzarella, parmesan, asiago, gorgonzola, chicken, hot Buffalo sauce, jalapenos) and more.

There are 20 display toppings in all and customers are welcome to customize their pizza, all while remaining at the same price point of $5.88. MOD also offers salads, hand-spun shakes, beer, wine, pizza knots and old fashioned Ding Dongs.

Situated on Bellevue’s busy Northeast 8th Street, Topolino’s offers quality New York-style pie that suits every man (or woman)’s budget. Options range from classics like cheese, pepperoni and sausage to more elaborate affairs such as the smoked salmon and clam and garlic. Calzone lovers won’t be disappointed, either- Topolino’s offers 12 different options for those who prefer their toppings encased by warm, delicious crust. For those who work nearby, Topolino’s is known for its lunch specials – try a two topping lunch pizza and a soda for only $7.95. For the same price, diners can also get a calzone or a meatball sub, plus their beverage of choice. For diners not necessarily in the mood for pizza, Topolino’s offers a variety of other Italian options, including loaded subs and pastas. One thing to be aware of: Topolino’s does not sell by the slice, only the pie, so bring a few friends unless you’re feeling REALLY hungry.

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The infamous pizza pie has long been associated with oven-baked, flat, disc-shaped bread typically topped with a tomato sauce, cheese and various toppings. It’s time to brake away from the mundane and “traditional” and try some of Bellevue’s best, served hot daily.

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Pizzeria Guido and Wine Bar

15600 NE 13th St, 425.614.0007, www.pizzeriaguido.com Located at Crossroads mall, just across from the movie theater, Pizzeria Guido is the perfect spot for a post or pre-movie bite. This is probably the most authentic Neopolitan pizza in the area – fresh ingredients, thin crust, simple concepts – quite the opposite of Chicago-style deep dish pizza. In addition to pizza, they offer a variety of fresh salads, antipasti (appetizers) and decadent desserts. This might be a place to go without the kids, however – the pizza is authentic and the atomosphere borders on romantic.

Pizza varieties include classics like the Margherita (tomatoes, cheese, fresh mozzarella, and basil), Salsiccia (tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and Italian sausage), and Quattro Stagioni (tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, olives, prosciutto, mushrooms, and artichokes).

Over half the menu is composed of vegetarian options, and there are even some dairy-free choices for vegan or lactose-intolerant diners.

Zeeks Pizza

10201 NE 10th St., 425.893.8646, www.zeekspizza.cocm Considered the new kid on the block, the Seattle favorite opened a prime Eastside location in June next to University Book Store near downtown Bellevue. With one part secret dough recipe and one part fresh herbs and seasonings, Zeeks Pizza has become known for its fullflavor slices of prime pizza. Give your taste buds a wake-up call with the Puget Pounder ($18.95, 12” medium) topped with Canadian bacon, pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, black olives and fresh oregano layered over mozzarella and Zeek’s fresh tomato sauce. If you want to push the boundaries, try the Thai One On ($18.95, 12” medium) with chicken, bean sprouts, carrots and fresh cilantro layered over mozzarella, Zeeks own peanut sauce and an olive oil glaze.

Pizza by the slice is also available at all Zeek’s Pizza locations from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

A complete listing of pizza by the slice can be found on online at www.zeekspizza.com.

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The Pumphouse Bar & Grill

The best bars in Bellevue to catch the big game

BY LINDSAY LARIN | PHOTO BY KALI STANGER

11802 NE 8th St. Bellevue 425.455.4110 www.pumphousebellevue.com

TV Count: Catch the game on one of the eight High-definition televisions, all with DIRECTV. Tap That: Sip on Elysian Immortal (IPA) brewed on Capitol Hill in Seattle.

Stats: Great spot to grab some hot wings and nachos and wash them down during happy hour with $3 domestic brew mugs

(Happy hour runs from 2 to 5 p.m. on weekdays). Coming for an early game? Pumphouse also offers a variety of delicious hot breakfast items, including omelettes, pancakes and French toast.

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Mustard Seed

5608 119th Ave. SE Bellevue 425.603.9001 www.mustardseedgrill.com

TV Count: It’s hard to miss any part of the action during the game while watching any one of the 23 TVs throughout Mustard Seed Grill & Pub.

Tap That: Beyond the basics, Mustard Seed features Alaskan Pale Ale and Redhook Blonde for the fall and winter seasons.

Stats: Check out the Mustard Seed website for a full listing of sports

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and events including fan days. Also, take advantage of the Monday through Thursday happy hour featuring $2.95 Domestic Drafts and $3.50 Micro Drafts.

The Spot Off Main

20 103rd Ave NE Bellevue 425.646.6434, www.thespotoffmain.com

TV Count: The Spot features four High-definition televisions with DIRECTV and three projector screens.

Tap That: Not on tap, but in a can– enjoy a

16 oz PBR for only $2 during Monday night football.

Stats: Showcasing the NFL Package, The Spot

opens at 9:45 a.m. on Sundays for football and breakfast. Host a Fantasy Football Party and receive a free pitcher of Bud Light and a pizza for $20.

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550 106th Avenue Northeast 425.467.1730 www.taphousegrill.com

TV Count: Six plasma HD televisions

in the bar and one in the semi-private room.

Seahawks and college games on Direct TV / NFL Sunday Ticket.

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Tap That: Oktoberfest dpecialty beers including Spaten, Hacker Pschorr and Paulaner.

425.453.8080 , www.paddycoynes.net

Stats: Tap House Grill will open early for brunch at 9 a.m. every Sunday– all football season long. Michigan Alumni come every Saturday to cheer on their team!

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TV Count:

This Irish pub features three big screen HDTVs.

Tap That: Grab a Guinness or Smithwicks, sit back and enjoy the game.

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Watch Monday night football with $4.99 steak and fries. If you enjoy sleeping in on the weekends, no worries. Breakfast is served until 2 p.m. on weekends.

The Parlor Collection

700 Bellevue Way NE 3rd Floor 425.289.7000, www.parlorcollection.com

TV Count: A nine-foot drop down big screen shows all the action in the Ultralounge as well as plasma TVs throughout the facility.

Tap That: Seasonal rotating Alaskan or Amber is on tap all season long.

Stats: Happy hour specials are offered all day Sunday and Monday during football season and the main 42-foot bar includes a full-length ice rail to keep your drinks cold.

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THE SEATTLE ART MUSEUM IS EXCITED to present a landmark exhibition of the work of Pablo Picasso (1881–1973), arguably the most radical and influential artist of the 20th century. The exhibition presents iconic works from virtually every phase of Picasso’s legendary career, documenting the full range of his unceasing inventiveness and prodigious creative process. Drawn from the collection of the Musée National

Picasso in Paris—the largest and most important repository of the artist’s work in the world—the exhibition features more than 150 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints and photographs. The Musée Picasso’s holdings stand apart from any other Picasso collections because they represent the artist’s personal collection—works that the highly self-aware artist kept for himself with the intent of shaping his own artistic legacy.

GET YOUR TICKETS ONLINE NOW This exhibition is co-organized by the Musée National Picasso, Paris and the Seattle Art Museum.

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Bill Snowden Jr. poses with mannequins at the Topline Corporate headquarters in Bellevue.

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BY LINDSAY LARIN | PHOTOS BY CHAD COLEMAN

A look at how Bellevue-born Report Footwear is shaping the world of design, one shoe at a time.

hey say to really know someone, you have to walk a mile in their shoes. In the case of Bill Snowden Jr., senior vice president of Topline Corporation headquartered in Bellevue, the shoe really depends on the day. The showroom at the Topline Corporation rivals any A-lister’s shoe closet, displaying hundreds of designs, samples and finished products ready to be viewed by buyers for local retail stores.

This year marked the 30 year anniversary of Topline, a Bellevue-born busi-

ness created by Bill Snowden Sr., a former employee of Nordstrom. The privately owned company has grown over the years, with roughly 100 employees at the Bellevue headquarters, serving as the base of design and operations for the satellite offices worldwide.

“I grew up here in Bellevue, playing with shoes and trying them on,” said Snowden Jr. “I was given the opportunity to be a part of my father’s business and I took it.”

In 1993, Topline launched the Report Footwear line, followed by Report Signature in 2005. A team of 15 designers look to the top fashion trends, from editorial photo shoots to the runway, drawing inspiration from world travel and foreign markets to establish the direction for each season.

The latest issue of Instyle magazine sits open on one designer’s desk, as he leans over a blank sketch pad, penciling what could be the next top selling shoe.

The casual setting of the design studio and showroom at the headquarters is a breeding ground for creativity.

According to Snowden Jr., the design team works to capture excitement and

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Inside the headquarters of Topline Corporation in Bellevue.

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“We encourage our employees to travel and experience the world for inspiration,” he explained. “It’s a more understandable process if you actually live it. We want to always keep our designs fresh and our innovations cutting edge.”

The fashionable footwear line for women, men and children has put Topline on the map and the red carpet. Mena Suvari, Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan are among the celebrities who adorn Report Signature shoes, the higher end of the two lines.

Sold at numerous Bellevue locations, including Norsdtrom and David Lawrence at The Shops at The Bravern, the Report Footwear line opened its first retail store earlier this year at Bellevue Square. With a strong focus on style, quality and affordability, Topline produces seasonal footwear trend presentations and designs for all levels of the retail markets. The retail space echoes the same clean, modern design as the Topline corporate office and features limited edition styles as well as the standard Report and Report Signature lines.

“Opening the first retail store in Bellevue was important to us, and it affords us the opportunity to have a strong presence here,” said Snowden Jr. “Bellevue Square is considered one of the premiere malls of the Northwest and we wanted the Report brand to be associated with it.”

To learn more about Report Footwear, visit www.reportshoes.com.

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The art of boudoir P

Joey Nicole

rofessional photographer Joey Nicole loves playing dress up for a living. Lace, corsets and long lashes – the things that dreams are made of.

For Nicole, it’s all in a days work. The University of Washington graduate recently celebrated the grand opening of her new photography space in Issaquah called, Joey Nicole Boudoir studio.

Boudoir photography derives from the romantic notion of a lady’s private bedroom or dressing room, dating back to the late 1800s. Boudoir, meaning “to pout” in French, has made a return of late, through the lens of the camera.

Nicole approaches her style of Boudoir photography with one part femininity and one part luxury. Her goal is to put her client at ease and to capture beautiful photographs of a romantic nature.

“I fell in love with Boudoir photography because of the beauty behind it,” she explained. “The moment a client slips into something elegant and has their hair and makeup done, you see this confidence grow and it shows through the photos.”

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akeup artist and personal stylist Rosaline Hampton has mastered the art of transformation.

The private salon owner works with clients from Seattle and the Eastside, creating new looks from color touchups and a trim to an entire head-to-toe look including wardrobe, hair and makeup.

“I have been doing makeup and hair for as long as I can remember,” said Hampton, in her cozy Redmond-based salon. “There is something almost magical about bringing out someone’s inner beauty and displaying it for the world to see. I can’t imagine doing anything else.”

The International School of Protocol and Cosmetology graduate completed her apprenticeship with master stylist Justin Monroe at the Salon Syndicate in Los Angeles and she spent the next five years working as a makeup artist on professional photo shoots and began dabbling in wardrobe styling. She went on to train under Eugenia Weston, owner and founder

of Senna Cosmetics in Beverly Hills.

Six years ago, after working at several highend salons in L.A., Hampton opened her own hair and makeup studio near Marymoor Park in Redmond. She now serves nearly 400 clients from Seattle and the Eastside and continues to work on professional photo shoot sets and runway shows.

She makes frequent stops in some of the world’s fashion hot spots including London, New York and Los Angeles.

“I love living and working in the Seattle area, but I find I have to travel often to stay in tune with the latest in the fashion and beauty industry,” Hampton said, who hopes to open a new studio in the Bellevue area in the coming months. “I plan to stay here and continue to grow my business because I feel people here are very grounded and real. I have developed really strong relationships with my clients.”

To learn more about Rosaline Hampton, visit www.rosalinehampton.com.

Nicole first got into photography after working for Gene Juarez Salons for some time. She discovered she was drawn to photography, something she had loved since she was a child.

She rekindled her passion for the camera and studied under internationally recognized photographer Bob Davis.

Along with her husband, she began photographing weddings and went on to attend the Boudoir Divas Conference in San Diego, where she worked with leaders in the industry to master the art of Boudoir photography.

Nicole’s Boudoir Photography studio offers clients on-site professional makeup application by ILoveBlush.com, and the option of several photo packages to choose from.

“Every client is different, and my goal is to make the process as comfortable as possible,” Nicole said. “I want to give them a finished product that they can feel pride in.”

Learn more by visiting www.joeynicoleboudoir.com.

Photo by Chad Coleman

Photos by Nicole Joey

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Via Romen

brings new style to Gypsy music STORY BY NAT LEVY | PHOTO BY AKOS

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oma music, more often associated with the widely used term Gypsy, is an expression of the history of a wandering society.

Roma groups migrated around the world for centuries, soaking up customs, history, and yes, music. With each new trek, a new layer was added to the story.

Many contemporary artists playing within the “Gypsy” genre get lost in the expanse of musical influence, but not Via Romen.

The group, which specializes in Nuevo Russian Romany style, incorporates the

influence of jazz, Latin, Jewish and Roma musical tradition to form a style that is gaining steam in the United States and even earned several of the band members a spot on tour with Madonna.

Via Romen is bringing its unique sound and growing following to Bellevue Oct. 2 for a show at the Meydenbaure Theatre.

“We’re trying to show other things, other music styles and other sounds that have never been heard before,” said Alex Gorodezky, one of the band’s guitar players.

The key to the band’s style rests in the disparate musical experiences of its members, all of whom immigrated to the United States.

The band was originally founded in 2004

by Russian-born Vadim Kolpakov, who grew up in a Roma family. He was musically trained by his uncle Alexander Kol-

pakov, a famous Russian musician. In Boston, Vadim Kolpakov joined forces with vocalist Petra Gelbart (former Czechoslovkia), and Arkadiy Gips (Ukraine), a violinist since the age of three.

“He started playing when he was three, and now he’s 55, so he’s pretty good,” Gorodezky said. “His sound is so unbelievable he can play on anything.”

Marina Shanefelter (Estonia) serves as the band’s primary dancer and choreographer.

She brings a background of Latin dancing with flamenco and salsa.

Gelbart earned a Ph.D from Harvard in ethnomusicology, adding a refined technical style to the Roma influence.

Kolpakov brings a dynamic personality, combined with classical training and an overwhelming desire to entertain anyone within earshot, Gorodezky said. Gorodez-

ky, a Ukrainian, joined the band in 2007 after hearing Kolpakov play in Raleigh, N.C. He received training in classical guitar and performed jazz music as well.

In 2008, the band received its first big break when a friend of Kolpakov’s introduced him to Madonna. Kolpakov was asked to play her birthday with his uncle, and after that was invited, along with Gips, to her world tour.

The band captured the momentum from the tour and channelled it into the recording of their upcoming album My Two Homes, which Gorodezky said should be ready by the time they make their west coast swing next month.

“Every song on this CD, we’re proud of,” he said. “Every song is special, has a touch of us. It has something unique in it... It’s not your mother’s Gypsy music.”

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Fall finds for the home STORY AND PHOTOS COURTESY OF JON GREENBAUM

1. Window treatment

Hunter Douglas still leads the industry with their cutting edge designs for many window and door applications.

Simple side panels will help dress up or down a room and give it a finished looked.

Think of window treatments as another accessory. Find a good selection at Bellevue’s Pottery Barn (212 Bellevue Square, www.potterybarn.com).

all sorts of unique treasures and one-of-a-kind pieces at Common Folk Co. in Bellevue

(15600 NE 8th St Bellevue, www.commonfolkco.com).

3. Beautiful bedding

Custom bedding is definitly a trend this fall, with the mattress sizes varying so much it’s becoming harder to find “ready made’ bedding that fits properly. You can also be more specific with color, texture 2. All in the accessories and style when it comes to custom made bedding, for a This season, it’s all about bold color and texture with a strong surprisingly realistic price.

Greenbaum Home Furnishings emphasis on metalics. Think in Bellevue provides custom bohemian style, with lots of services, including bedding bright purples and reds. Find

ensembles for master suites, guest rooms and creative children’s rooms (929 118th Ave SE, www.differentbydesign.com).

4. French Laundry

Known more commonly as a look of washed linen finish with off-white, neutral fabrics, “French Laundry” is more popular than ever.

To add a little flare to an otherwise beige palette, accessorize with bright colored throw pillows or a signature lamp with detailed designs.

Browse through the extensive collection at Crate & Barrel at Bellevue Square (www.crateandbarrel.com).

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Words of wisdom, etiquette & advice for the Eastside scenester

Ask Rose

Dear Rose, I enjoy having friends and new acquaintances over for cocktails three to four times a month.

On numerous occasions, I will have a few guests who behave as if they were not taught proper manners.

Could you please remind your readers of proper cocktail party etiquette, so I do not have to!

– Miss Manners in Bellevue

Dear Miss Manners, It is never too late to brush up on one’s behavior, as it can reflect poorly on how we are perceived. As a guest, you should not: smoke, even if you can locate a hiding place. Arrive one minute early, or arrive 10 minutes before the end, and then expect to stick around for an hour, after everyone else has left. Shake hands with your cold and wet right hand that has been holding your drink; always hold your drinking glass in your left hand (and never drink out of the bottle, always a glass). Talk to someone while glancing over their shoulder as if you are looking to see if someone more important is at the party. Monopolize a conversation with a celebrity or another guest, so none else can speak to them. Break something and not tell the host. As a guest you should: RSVP if that is called for on the invitation. Make sure that you have breath mints close by. Drink only as much as you can hold well. Bring a guest only if you call first and receive your host’s permission. Write a short thank-you note to your host afterwards. Bringing a small hostess gift is always a nice gesture, and is greatly appreciated by the host. ..............................................................................................................

Dear ear Rose, I recently went on a date, and I was very miserable the whole evening. I waited it out, but wished the whole time that I could leave. What should I do if this happens to me again?

– Avoiding Misery

Dear Rose,

Dear Miserable, If you ‘re in a physically nasty situation where your date is drunk,

abusive, making sexual innuendos or strong arming you, by all means, make a quick departure and LEAVE. You should never stay in this type of situation to be polite My friend and I have a bet on the proper way to eat a or submit to this type of behavior because someone is buying you dinner. If you are bored, disappointed, restless, or embarrassed to be seen with this person, by no roll. She says that it is okay to cut it with a knife. I was means should you escape. Stick it out and look for the positive, as it is not forever. taught to break my roll into pieces. Who is right?

Be a good sport, as this is great training for the future. Be sure to thank your date at – Bread and Butter the end of the evening. Find something to praise them about from the evening, to avoid being critical and hurting their feelings. You could mention that you have always wanted to go to this restaurant, and thank them for making it possible.

If they respond “Well, I’ll call you soon”, take a deep breath, do not panic and When the bread basket is adjacent to your place respond “No, I really don’t think so, I’m sorry, but I do not feel that you setting, pass it first to the person sitting next to you, then and I share the same interests and attitudes.” Thank s again for dinner help yourself, and pass it to the person on your other side, tonight”. The goal is to be polite and mature, and not lead them on. to be passed along from there. The same goes for the butter. ........................................................................................

Place the roll and butter on your bread plate, which will be Dear Rose, Hats are being seen more and more on men. placed on your left of the place setting above your fork(s).

What are the rules for when a man wears a hat? – Hat Lover If there is no bread plate, then keep the roll at the left side Dear , I love watching movies from the 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s (we all love of whatever plate is in front of you. A roll should be pulled Don and Mad Men) where men did not leave home or the office without apart with your fingers in two or more parts; it should not wearing a fedora of some type. Traditionally, a gentleman would remove his by cut with a knife. Do not “butter ahead”; rather, butter hat if he were greeting a woman or being introduced to a new acquaintance each piece of roll and then eat it. Try breaking your of either sex. Today, if the weather is cold or wet, or if a man is wearing a roll over the plate, as to not get crumbs all cap to cover up his un-kept or unwashed hair, he need not remove it. over yourself.

He “tips” his hat, giving its brim a quick tug, out of respect for the other person- and as a wistful acknowledgement of courtesy long past. In no case does a gentleman wear a cap or hat when he is at any meal indoors, or if he is Rose Dennis has being served at a bar. Simply turning the bill of his cap backwards does not 14 years experience as a tenured college professor at take care of the situation. He removes his cap so that others can see his face Edmonds Community College, teaching classes in Fashion, Retail, and be assured that they are enjoying his full attention. Removing your hat Marketing and Business Management. (Photo courtesy of Team Photogenic) during The Pledge of Allegiance or when the National Anthem is being performed always shows respect towards the American Flag and for Want to Ask Rose? Send your questions to askrose@live.com what our flag symbolizes.

Dear Bread and Butter,

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Favorite Voice Over Work

The voice of the AFLAC duck. I went to the audition and it was either me or Liam Neeson. Just think, I could have been in Schindler’s List instead.

Role Play

If someone played me in a movie I think it would have to be George Clooney. The physical resemblance is uncanny.

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I always say whichever one waves a check in my face first.

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5 THINGS

You Must Do This Month

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Oct. 22: Sale Of The Year

The Guilds of Bellevue Arts Museum present the first annual Guilded Estate Sale. The sale features high-quality art work, collectibles, housewares, small interior furnishings, glassware, jewelry, rugs, silver, vintage clothing and more. The Guilded Estate Sale runs all day Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23, with a special champagne continental breakfast and early bird sale ($7, cash only) on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Learn more by visiting www.bellevuearts.org.

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Oct. 1: Go Green For Fashion Celebrate “green” glamour at the 2010 Project Green Light fashion show presented by the Bellevue Club and Hotel Bellevue (11200 SE 6th Street). The fashion event, benefiting All About Hope, includes wine and appetizers along with the latest fashion from Francisco Hernandez, Piazza Sempione, Jimmy Choo, Barney’s New York, Turgeon-Raine Jewellers, and much more. Cocktails start at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $45 per person. To reserve your spot, visit http://bcfashionshow.eventbrite.com or email social@bellevueclub.com.

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Oct. 18: A Legendary Event

Hopelink presents the 15th Annual Reaching Out Benefit Luncheon featuring guest speaker, John Legend. The award-winning musician and philanthropist was recognized as one of Time Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People of 2009,” and earned high praise from Seattle’s own musical legend Quincy Jones. Join Hopelink for this signature event and help the local community by raising awareness and support. To learn more, visit www.hope-link.org or call 425.897.3705.

Oct. 23: Bones

Join in the spooky fun as the Pacific Northwest Chapter’s Arthritis Foundation presents Bone Bash, a dinner and auction at The Harbor Club Bellevue. All proceeds from the event will support the mission of the Arthritis Foundation. Tickets are $125 (individual) or $1250 (Table of 10). Must be at least 21 to attend the Bone Bash event on October 23, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. To purchase a ticket, call 206.419.7374 or visit www. bonebashseattle.com.

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Oct. 30: Cult Classic

The Theatre at Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue is showing two performances of the sci-fi classic, Rocky Horror Picture Show. Join in the twisted salute to horror and rock music for an evening of thrills. Costumes are encouraged for the two showings, at 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. Tickets are $8 for general seating and are available through Brown Paper Tickets by calling 800.838.3006 or by visiting, www.brownpapertickets.com. Get all the details at http://www.meydenbauer.com.

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