Life + Culture

Meet Bellevue Deputy Mayor: Mo Malakoutian

Article by Caitlin Agnew Mo Malakoutian was elected to the City Council in November 2023, for a four-year term starting in 2024. At his first meeting, his colleagues elected him Deputy Mayor for 2024 and 2025. Bellevue Lifestyle caught up with Mo to learn more about his journey.   What led you to become Deputy Mayor of Bellevue?   My journey into civic engagement has been a natural progression, rooted in my deep-seated commitment to giving back to the communities I call home. From a...

June 2024

Beauty

Beauty From the Inside Out

The nurse practitioners of Glowlight Med Spa, Katie Swerland and Gloria Chang, share their holistic wellness approach. Article and Photography by What led you to GlowLight Med Spa? Katie: Over the last decade my career focus was Cardiology and treating chronic heart conditions where I developed a deep understanding of treating illnesses, but I found my true passion was helping people prevent illnesses before they start. This passion led me to transition from hospital-based medicine to...

June 2024

Travel

Summer Road Trip

Explore these three travel destinations, just a drive away! Article by Caitlin Agnew Earthlight Villas   1.      Stunning Views   Earthlight is located in the heart of Washington state, built high atop Pioneer Ridge, with sweeping views of the Columbia River, Cascade Mountains, and the Entiat Valley. Remote and romantic, enjoy a secluded weekend with a loved one, far from any noise or tourists.  Bring your favorite book or journal, pack in your favorite foods, and take in the stunning...

June 2024

Health + Wellness

Strengthen your Mind and Body

Build endurance, get stronger, and surprise yourself with Pure Barre. Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Pao Sanchez Katie Wallis is the proud owner of four Pure Barre locations including Bellevue, Kirkland, and most recently Mill Creek and Lynwood.  Previously a fitness competitor and dancer, Katie discovered Pure Barre in 2010 and was instantly hooked.  “The workout was everything I loved wrapped up into one place. It's musically driven, high intensity, and FUN! The workout plus the...

June 2024

Auto + Marine

Hit The Road In Style

A roundup of stylish cars for your epic summer road trip. Article and Photography by From winding coastal drives to scenic mountain routes, the possibilities for scenic road trips in the Pacific Northwest are endless.  And what better way to enjoy the open road than with a stylish and adventurous SUV? This round-up of sleek and spacious SUVs boast comfort and style and will make every mile of the journey feel like indulgence.     Aston Martin DBX707    Aston Martin’s first SUV, the...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Navigating Friendship and Business

The Forum Social House Founders Share Key Advice for Friends in Business Ventures Article by Caitlin Agnew | Photography by Ricky Rath How did Forum Social House come about? Noah : The three of us know entertainment inside and out after being in the industry for well over 3 decades combined. We knew Topgolf was the perfect partnership to bring into the fold, being more entertainment driven than strictly golf driven. Once we were able to secure that partnership, then we started...

May 2024

Health + Wellness

Men in Therapy

Local experts discuss how and why men engage (or don’t engage) in the therapeutic process. Article by Julia Bonnheim | Photography by Courtesy of Self Space Self Space is a group mental health practice, offering psychotherapy services to adults, adolescents and couples.   Self Space believes therapy is first and foremost a relationship with an open, non-judgmental professional with whom you can safely share your whole self with and experience real and significant change. This article emerged...

May 2024

Real Estate

Amazon’s Positive Impact

Bellevue’s growth and prosperity is being led by an amazing corporate partner.  Article by Kevin Wallace | Photography by Courtesy of Kevin Wallace Kevin Wallace is the president of Wallace Properties and oversees all development and acquisition activity for the company. He is also responsible for all legal matters for the company’s three divisions: Brokerage, Property and Asset Management and Investment/Development.  Bellevue Lifestyle asked Kevin to share his thoughts about Amazon’s...

May 2024

Local Services

Journey From the Outside In

Porchlight provides a path from homelessness to stable living Photography by Jennifer H. LaFreniere, Block-Architects Founded in 1993 by three women in the Eastside Interfaith community, PorchLight is a foundationally sound, resource-expansive, client-centered non-profit serving East King County. PorchLight (formerly known as Congregations for the Homeless) is the only full-service shelter for adult single men experiencing homelessness in our area. “Homelessness is a complex social issue in...

May 2024

Food + Beverage

Cheers to Dad!

Article and Photography by Dads come in many forms, from biological to step, godparents to foster parents, friends, and other family members.  This Father’s Day, mix up this simple yet timeless cocktail to toast the special dad in your life!    Classic Old Fashioned Ingredients   ·       1 teaspoon sugar ·       3 dashes Angostura bitters ·       1 teaspoon water ·       2 ounces bourbon (or rye whiskey, if preferred) ·       Garnish: orange twist   Directions 1.     Add the sugar...

May 2024