With a thriving art, food, and music scene and one of the country's fastest-growing populations, Seattle is this generation's city on the make. Every month, the savvy journalists, critics, and bloggers at Seattle Met chronicle the Emerald City's nightlife, politics, and culture, delivering in-depth reviews and human-interest stories in a beautiful full-color print publication. On the magazine's affiliated politics and food blogs, researchers scour the streets for news on up-and-coming bars and restaurants or City Hall shake-ups, delivering news with elegant prose and a local city focus. There are plenty of reasons to read Seattle Met, but read on to shine a spotlight on a few:

Eat, Drink and Be Merry

• Find the perfect bar or restaurant with a litany of reviews and editor's picks
• Knowledgeable food writers update on happy hours and restaurant news on the "Nosh Pit" blog
• Plan your weekend with info on upcoming events, plays, and concerts

The Stories

• In-depth profiles on the people and events that make the city what it is
• Fresh local and state political reporting from the magazine's PubliCola blog
• Dedicated coverage of the region's tech sector, including news on giants such as Microsoft, Amazon, and the impending robot uprising

Inside Tips

• Guides for visiting local markets, vacation spots, and natural wonders
• Advice for wedding planning in the affiliated Bride & Groom publication
• Expert guidance on buying or renovating homes in Real Estate and Home & Design sections