Agent Janie

BEST Fun Place for Kids Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Okay, I get the whole kid focus here, but it's the one of MY best fun places, too!! :) Great changes to the landscape and habitats have only made this a better place to appreciate the animals...and you usually get to see come crazy cute critter out on a walk!!

BEST Indie Theater The Grand Cinema

Ummmmm...DUH!!!!!

BEST Local Bands Gina Belliveau

I STALK - I MEAN <3 - GINA & YOU SHOULD, TOO!!!!!!

BEST Tire Shop Discount Tire

BEST Day Spa Olympus Spa

I've been naked at this spa too many times to count. I've been a client and an employee (massage therapist) & it only gets better with every visit! The staff are awesome from the scrub specialists (Song, "Sunshine,"..) to the two DARLING sisters who own and operation the authentic Korean restaurant. YUMMMM....!!!

BEST Facial Day Spa Adriana

Hands down, the BEST facial I've ever had. Clinical, educational, and perfect for my super-sensitive skin. Adriana KNOWS HER STUFF!!!

BEST Hair Salon FoxFire Salon & Spa

JESSICA ROCKS!!!!! Hands down, she is amazing and translates my crazy into a cut and style that I can manage and that people compliment me on ALL THE TIME!!! As one of her only "silver foxes" she helps me to keep on lovin' my "natural highlights" as they move into the majority. :)

BEST Manicure and Pedicure The Pedicure Room

Shelly & Mo in a serene space, spreading the love one pedicure at a time. :)

BEST Waxing FoxFire Salon & Spa

Kathleen makes my brows REMARKABLE - in that people comment on how great my brows look and often!!! Who knew that was possible?? I <3 Kathleen and won't take these brows anywhere else. :)

BEST Breakfast Old Milwaukee Cafe & Dessert Company

BEST. BREAKFAST. EVER.

BEST Burger Mikie Burgers

Double Bacon Cheeseburger (-onions)...YES!!!!!! I don't even have to mention the awesomeness of their custard flavors and milkshakes. Dang!!

BEST Hot Dog The Red Hot

Peanut butter & bacon. Best slaw ever. Where I spent Election Night 2008 with two of the coolest Red Hot regulars: Heather & Rick, of course!!! :0)

BEST Teriyaki Goofy Goose

We have re-discovered this fun spot and it is my kids' FAVORITE teriyaki... brought the menu back to the office & both coworkers are partaking as I type! :)

BEST Alterations and Tailoring Chelsia Berry Designs

I've seen her work and need to get down to see what she can do to help me make a couple of outfits ALL THAT!! I know she can do it, too..!!

BEST Designer Jewelry Brighton Collectibles

I LOVE this line and the U-Village store is so warm, welcoming and service-oriented. :)

BEST Vintage and Resale Nine Lives Vintage Wears

You betcha - Kristi is the BESTIE & so is her vintage fashion sense!! :)

BEST Asian Fusion Chinoise

I miss Chinoise MOST OF ALL after moving from Seattle. This was the first sushi I'd ever had and while the pieces might not have been "bite sized" for everyone else, my big mouth loved to explosion of flavor and amazing quality. :) Ever dish I tasted was PERFECTION!!

BEST Fine Dining El Gaucho

Love it. Every time. Flaming swords of food. Flaming dessert. No lip when I ask for my meat well done - now THAT's classy!!

BEST Mediterranean Adriatic Grill

They had me at Creamy Polenta + a Mac Daddy from the bar. Whoa!!

BEST Mexican Masa

Pink-tinis (lemonade, martini glass rimmed in sugar with a KICK). Pink Tacos (all October long). And MEXICAN STREET CORN!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Whoa...I'm gettin' hungry...

BEST New American The Rosewood Cafe

Barry, Barry, Barry....what can I say? I love to see Chico parked outside and think about just what soup you're in there creating. I've NEVER had a Ginger Beet Soup haunt my food dreams like yours...when's it coming back?!! :)

BEST Seafood Ivar's Seafood Restaurants

Best since my childhood. Never disappoints. A Must Stop for every visitor who comes to town.

BEST Steakhouse El Gaucho

We had our wedding reception at the Pampas Room Lounge and head back to celebrate ourselves as often as possible. :) DATE NIGHT!!! I can't get past my FLAMING SWORD....Mmmmm...

BEST Sushi Sushi Tama

BEST. SUSHI. EVER. If you like actual high-quality sashimi, this is the place for you. I realize that I am surrounded by roll-lovers where there is nothing raw in the mix, so they are drawn to other spaces with fancier views or decor. Keep it simple and hit Sushi Tama....NOW!!!

BEST Bike Shop Old Town Bicycle

BEST Gym Figures

Friendly. Personal. Warm. Love it!

BEST Pilates Studio The Pilates Body Movement Studio

BEST Yoga Studio Samdhana-Karana Yoga

What goes with yoga better than philanthropy?!!

BEST Favorite Local Charity Breast Cancer Resource Center

Hey LOOK!!! You can vote DAILY!! Help us get BACK TO THE TOP!! Come into the center for a TOUR TODAY!!

BEST Gay and Lesbian Bar The Mix

BEST Live Music Jazzbones Tacoma

BEST Wine Bar Cork

Had my first ever Cork! leftovers last night (never left anything behind before for taking home) & they were FAB!! I couldn't replicate the ambiance from Nick's DARLING space, but I did my best as I soaked a sad, sore toe and missed Lady Gina's performance with Nick Sandy (I hear it was the bomb!). <3 Cork!!!

BEST Bartender Jason Alexander @ The Villa Caffe and Imbibery

Give Jason your current mood, a fav flave, or the color you'd like for your drink & I SWEAR he'll read your mind and pour it into a glass on the bar. CRAZY MAD SKILLS!!!

BEST Local Newspaper Columnist/Reporter Dan Savage

BEST Doggie Daycare Urban Hound

While I have yet to unleash my manic dogs on this establishment, friends RAVE about the care taken and their dogs' love of Urban Hound. :)

BEST Pet Supplies Next to Nature

Hands down the BEST staff, BEST products, BEST quality... I shop at the Tacoma location exclusively & shamelessly promote them to my pet-loving friends (acquaintances & strangers, too)!

BEST Arts and Crafts Colorful Impressions

June is AMAZING...!!!!

BEST Bookstore King's Books

Vast selection and live felines to assist your every need!

BEST Children's Gifts Teaching Toys

BEST Butcher Golden Steer

Since the beginning of time (okay, my early 70's childhood), this icon has been the best around!

BEST Coffee Shop The Villa Caffe and Imbibery

Ummmm...and best bar and killer kitchen and wonderful ambiance and friendliest owners/staff...hello?!!!!!

BEST Gourmet Grocery Metropolitan Market

The staff at the Proctor location are part of my Tacoma family and I <3 grocery shopping....AMAZING!!!!

BEST Tea House Mad Hat Tea Company

Blends, ambiance, accoutrements...Mad Hat's got it ALL!! + 253 Heart stickers - just sayin'. :)

BEST Biggest Public Eyesore Experience Music Project

U.G.L.Y.

BEST Green Building Center For Urban Waters

BEST Local Event Fremont Fair & Solstice Parade

It just can't be beat!

BEST Place to People Watch Seattle Center Fountain

BEST School with the Most Spirit Stadium High School

And that's just the NEW HIGH SCHOOLERS' PARENTS!!! :)

BEST Man of the Year Dan Savage