I’ve been passing the Foster & Dobbs store at NE 15th and Brazee (next to the new Mio Gelato) for the past few weeks, but it has always been at night when they were closed. Today I made a special trip to see what they were all about. Portland …Read the Rest
It’s a place for women of all ages to gather, enjoy a lovely visit with friends over a cup of black lavender tea and a light meal, while surrounded by a charming collection of antiques and collectibles. Valley Time – Read More>
The first time I drove by the 60′s rock poster-inspired sign on North Interstate Avenue, I flashed back to June 12, 1980. That was the night the Grateful Dead played “Fire on the Mountain” as Mt. St. Helens presented Portland with an ash shower shepherded by an odd windshift. This …Read the Rest
Parisian-style bistro offers professional, amiable service and familiarity that has kept local foodies’ Gallic tastes satiated for years. Madame Monique Musquin flutters about the elegant dining room making excellent wine recommendations, while Chef Claude Musquin brings more than 40 years of French culinary experience to the kitchen. The menu features …Read the Rest
Friday night was a busy night, with a glass of wine and food at three different wine bars/restaurants: Bar Avignon, the brand new Metrovino in the Pearl, then Bar Mingo for the finale. Portland Oregon Wine – Read More>
I’m not sure what it is about food with a hole that so titillates us. All I know is that when I catch sight of a plain glazed raised doughnut or fresh cinnamon raisin bagel, my heartrate skips three gears. I never met a fudge bagel I didn’t feel the …Read the Rest
Don’t be surprised if an unexpected guest joins you for a slice today. A constant presence at Old Town Pizza is Nina (pronounced “Nigh-na”), our resident ghost. If you feel a presence behind you, or smell a faint waft of perfume, you may have just received a visit. Nina is …Read the Rest
I am reviewing this place based on a trip during zwickelmania. It was my first time out to the lodge since sour beers have become more of an interest and getting out there from SE PDX is a bit of a chore. Regardless, this was far and away the best …Read the Rest
Not to be confused with New Taste of India located a few carts down on the same “cart strip”, this one has a giant menu (how do they have such a huge menu in such small digs anyway) and the standard 5 piece combo Food Carts Portland – Read More>
Quality Mediterranean and Greek Food including lots of vegetarian and some vegan options. The Gyros especially, are highly recommended. Food Carts Portland – Read More>
Beaverton Bakery made our cake for our wedding on May 15, 2010 and it was absolutely amazing! Everyone we worked with at the bakery was very helpful and professional. The price was also extremely reasonable and free delivery was included. The cake was delivered on time so we didn’t have …Read the Rest
What better way to enjoy the gift of Daylight Saving Time and pretend it?s not April than to go on an evening stroll (or bus ride, or bike ride, or MAX ride?) for an ice cream cone? However you get there, you should definitely try Cool Moon Creamery right off …Read the Rest
The cozy environment of Apex offers a northside outdoor patio, a large bicycle parking lot, and friendly, well-known area servers like the Horse Brass’ Chris “King C” Ensign, Hopworks Jaime Rodriguez, beer scribe Abram Goldman-Armstrong, and the beloved McCann himself. BrewPublic – Read More>
¿Por Qué No? is yet another hole-in-the wall taqueria to grace Portland, this time in the burgeoning Mississippi area. Located just 500 feet north of Fremont on Mississippi, it is a small converted basement garage with about four tables inside and a selection of tables and benches on the sidewalk …Read the Rest
There are several ways George’s could improve: 1) Recliners at every table. You will want a nap when you’re done anyway, so they really could help out by providing recliners. 2) Opening another location closer to my house. 3) Uh, I got nothing. Yelp – Read More>
With all the 5-star reviews already written for the Cadillac Cafe, I hesitated adding my two cents. What more can I say about greatness? I’d been before. I love the place. I thought ” What can I offer that’s unique and windswept in the review world for a place that …Read the Rest
I love Greek food. There is something so simple and so “of the land” about it, plus it always reminds me of the trip I took there, oh, about…uh…well, sadly it was so many years ago that it is depressing to think about. It is still one of those places …Read the Rest
On this extremely rainy afternoon, I made my way down to Tigard, Oregon to visit a Starbucks. Unlike Juan Valdez who randomly chances upon his Starbucks for his reviews, I plot out which stores I will visit. StarBucksMelody – Read More>
Stumptown Coffee Roasters have been pulling the best espresso shots in Portland since 1999. And, with seven locations in both Portland and Seattle, you are not stuck for choice in the north-west of America. FlickSpin – Read More>
Located on historic Terwilliger Boulevard overlooking the Willamette River, Chart House features magnificent views of twinkling city lights, the river & on a clear evening, distant Mount Hood. It’s one of the most remarkable settings in the Pacific Northwest. Since 1961, Chart House has been dedicated to providing the ideal …Read the Rest
