In the heart of Bellevue and the surrounding areas, you’ll find ample opportunities for catching sight of a wide array of animals — from blue herons to bobcats, salmon to sheep, cougars to cows — and a whole lot in between. Lush parks, family-friendly zoos and farms, serene wetlands, and scenic

In addition to being a high-tech town with top-notch schools, gorgeous parks, and a booming economy, Bellevue is also known for its international, multicultural vibe owing to its diverse residents, with more than 39% of its population hailing from more than 90 different countries.

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Transplanted to Seattle from Chicago in the 1960s, award-winning chef John Howie spent a decade at Palisade restaurant in the 1990s before launching Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar in Bellevue in 2002. He is also at the helm of John Howie Steak found at The Shops at The Bravern, an upscale shopping

Studies show that pursuing creative endeavors can increase positive emotions, reduce depression and anxiety, and even improve your immune system’s abilities. Trying something new also improves brain function and feeds your sense of adventure. Most importantly — it’s fun! Learn to cook something new,

If variety is the spice of life, the four seasons of outdoor fun that Bellevue, Washington, offers might just take the cake. Add a dash of winter snow skiing to a splash of spring waterfalls, a hint of summer on the golf course with a pinch of fall color and you get a delicious mix of outdoor

Bellevue serves up the best of all worlds—metropolitan amenities, minus the big-city hassles. Close to such noteworthy attractions as Pikes Place Market and Chihuly Garden & Glass, Bellevue exists as a place apart. From the Sky View Observatory—the tallest public observatory in the Pacific