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By Paul Gerald
September 29, 2008
It isn’t clear exactly when waffles became the thing in Portland, but it has clearly happened. First there was FlavourSpot, with two locations in North Portland. Then the Bread and Ink Cafe on SE Hawthorne opened a Waffle Window. Early this year, newspaper stories appeared, talking about restaurants trying out new combinations of sweet and savory ingredients on waffles.
So hearing that another waffle cart has opened on SE Division Street is hardly shocking. In fact, there’s not much shocking about the Little Blue Waffle Wagon at all, except maybe that more people aren’t doing this.
It’s pretty simple, ...
September 29, 2008
It isn’t clear exactly when waffles became the thing in Portland, but it has clearly happened. First there was FlavourSpot, with two locations in North Portland. Then the Bread and Ink Cafe on SE Hawthorne opened a Waffle Window. Early this year, newspaper stories appeared, talking about restaurants trying out new combinations of sweet and savory ingredients on waffles.
So hearing that another waffle cart has opened on SE Division Street is hardly shocking. In fact, there’s not much shocking about the Little Blue Waffle Wagon at all, except maybe that more people aren’t doing this.
It’s pretty simple, ...
By Tom D'Antoni
September 18, 2008
Naming the combination ballrom, lounge and recording studio The Secret Society was a stroke of genius.
Who doesn't want to find out what the secret is?
Located on NE Russell next door to the Wonder Ballroom, the secret is out. Toro Bravo, the much-praised Spanish restaurant is on the first floor, while a ballroom and the lounge is on the second and a full-service recording studio in the basement.
This ...
September 18, 2008
Naming the combination ballrom, lounge and recording studio The Secret Society was a stroke of genius.
Who doesn't want to find out what the secret is?
Located on NE Russell next door to the Wonder Ballroom, the secret is out. Toro Bravo, the much-praised Spanish restaurant is on the first floor, while a ballroom and the lounge is on the second and a full-service recording studio in the basement.
This ...
By Paul Gerald
September 12, 2008
Type: Hip and modern diner with dual-level patios
Typical price range with coffee and tip: $11 - $13
Wait: None that I’ve seen or heard of
It’s large, it’s impressive, there seems to be a lot of money behind it, and there is no doubt that something serious is being attempted.
What is it? Well, we could be talking about NE Alberta Street, which continues to evolve from rough to hip to happening to…well, something else entirely.
Or we could be talking about the Radio Room, the newest bar and restaurant on said street. It would be impossible to drive past the intersection ...
September 12, 2008
Type: Hip and modern diner with dual-level patios
Typical price range with coffee and tip: $11 - $13
Wait: None that I’ve seen or heard of
It’s large, it’s impressive, there seems to be a lot of money behind it, and there is no doubt that something serious is being attempted.
What is it? Well, we could be talking about NE Alberta Street, which continues to evolve from rough to hip to happening to…well, something else entirely.
Or we could be talking about the Radio Room, the newest bar and restaurant on said street. It would be impossible to drive past the intersection ...
By Cindy Anderson
September 10, 2008
Some of the coolest places to go for the waning days of summer in Portland are along the edges of our majestic rivers. Enjoy sweeping river views, drink in the sunset, save money, and sip a bit of fine wine or throw in a margarita or two. These popular waterfront restaurants can be enjoyed at a discount when you hit Happy Hour, and are located along (or near) nice walking paths for an enjoyable evening stroll.
WILLAMETTE RIVER:
Cypress Restaurant & Bar
Happy Hour: Daily 4:00 - 6:00pm
Food specials: $2 - $4
Drinks: $3 beer, ...
September 10, 2008
Some of the coolest places to go for the waning days of summer in Portland are along the edges of our majestic rivers. Enjoy sweeping river views, drink in the sunset, save money, and sip a bit of fine wine or throw in a margarita or two. These popular waterfront restaurants can be enjoyed at a discount when you hit Happy Hour, and are located along (or near) nice walking paths for an enjoyable evening stroll.
WILLAMETTE RIVER:
Cypress Restaurant & Bar
Happy Hour: Daily 4:00 - 6:00pm
Food specials: $2 - $4
Drinks: $3 beer, ...
By Audrey Dilling
September 8, 2008
“So where did the safari theme come from?” I ask John Shanebrook and A.J. Brown, the founders of Blue Joe Coffee in Lake Oswego. I feel a little bit like I’ve just asked a question they hear every day, but the two are happy to share the story.
In the early stages of their roasting careers, the coffee connoisseurs turned entrepreneurs traveled to Jamaica in pursuit of the Jamaica Blue Mountain blend of coffee — one of the finest in the world and also among the most expensive. The two were struck by the history of discovery and adventure in the former British colony and wanted to recreate this feeling in their café.
The influences of that ...
September 8, 2008
“So where did the safari theme come from?” I ask John Shanebrook and A.J. Brown, the founders of Blue Joe Coffee in Lake Oswego. I feel a little bit like I’ve just asked a question they hear every day, but the two are happy to share the story.
In the early stages of their roasting careers, the coffee connoisseurs turned entrepreneurs traveled to Jamaica in pursuit of the Jamaica Blue Mountain blend of coffee — one of the finest in the world and also among the most expensive. The two were struck by the history of discovery and adventure in the former British colony and wanted to recreate this feeling in their café.
The influences of that ...
By Becky Moore
August 5, 2008
At first glance, the new Bar Avignon appears to stray a bit far from the chill settings that have thus far characterized SE Portland’s casual eat-n-sip style. After all, we knew former Wildwood wine director Randy Goodman was behind the place. What we didn’t expect to find, alongside a nice glass of Cotes-du-Rhone, were 16-oz. cans of PBR, Tecate and even the good ol’ American Hamms. And we certainly didn’t expect to see Randy and wife, Nancy Hunt, wearing tees, shorts and sneaks.
So is it upscale or casual? Surely it can’t be both.
But it is. With the aesthetic of an urban wine bar and the comfort of a neighborhood pub, Avignon attracts both ...
August 5, 2008
At first glance, the new Bar Avignon appears to stray a bit far from the chill settings that have thus far characterized SE Portland’s casual eat-n-sip style. After all, we knew former Wildwood wine director Randy Goodman was behind the place. What we didn’t expect to find, alongside a nice glass of Cotes-du-Rhone, were 16-oz. cans of PBR, Tecate and even the good ol’ American Hamms. And we certainly didn’t expect to see Randy and wife, Nancy Hunt, wearing tees, shorts and sneaks.
So is it upscale or casual? Surely it can’t be both.
But it is. With the aesthetic of an urban wine bar and the comfort of a neighborhood pub, Avignon attracts both ...
By Ashley Gartland
July 29, 2008
If you haven’t already heard, Belly Timber’s name is Victorian slang for “food of all sorts”. And indeed the menu spans a wide range of dishes from commonplace (a burger) to adventurous (bone marrow aioli) to the occasional rarity (pickled rhubarb). Even the cocktail menu here offers tipples that straddle the line between everyday and extraordinary imbibing, with an old-fashioned listed alongside multiple absinthe-infused selections.
Such cocktails take center stage at Belly Timber, which opened this summer in the 50-seat Victorian-era house on SE Hawthorne Street that was once Chef Tucker's Patisserie. Sandwiched between two handsome dining ...
July 29, 2008
If you haven’t already heard, Belly Timber’s name is Victorian slang for “food of all sorts”. And indeed the menu spans a wide range of dishes from commonplace (a burger) to adventurous (bone marrow aioli) to the occasional rarity (pickled rhubarb). Even the cocktail menu here offers tipples that straddle the line between everyday and extraordinary imbibing, with an old-fashioned listed alongside multiple absinthe-infused selections.
Such cocktails take center stage at Belly Timber, which opened this summer in the 50-seat Victorian-era house on SE Hawthorne Street that was once Chef Tucker's Patisserie. Sandwiched between two handsome dining ...
July 21, 2008
Some foods are just plain easy to eat. Hot dogs, ice cream cones, sandwiches — heck, they're even served in/on their own "plate" with built-in "utensils" (i.e. buns, cones, bread slices). Other cuisines, however, are more complicated, even down right intimidating. But that shouldn't stop you from getting adventurous and trying something new for dinner.
That's why LivePDX and PDX 49 have teamed up for a "Food How-To" series, getting the inside scoop from local restaurants about how to order, how to eat and how to enjoy the full experience of fondue, sushi, Ethiopian cuisine and dim dum. Watch PDX 49 every Monday evening this month to see Chloe and Darcy get hands-on experience, then check LivePDX for
Some foods are just plain easy to eat. Hot dogs, ice cream cones, sandwiches — heck, they're even served in/on their own "plate" with built-in "utensils" (i.e. buns, cones, bread slices). Other cuisines, however, are more complicated, even down right intimidating. But that shouldn't stop you from getting adventurous and trying something new for dinner.
That's why LivePDX and PDX 49 have teamed up for a "Food How-To" series, getting the inside scoop from local restaurants about how to order, how to eat and how to enjoy the full experience of fondue, sushi, Ethiopian cuisine and dim dum. Watch PDX 49 every Monday evening this month to see Chloe and Darcy get hands-on experience, then check LivePDX for
By Cindy Anderson
July 18, 2008
July is Craft Brew Month in Oregon, and it’s being celebrated with big smiles throughout Portland and beyond. Now is the time to try the varied line-ups of spectacular Northwest beers on tap at our local brewpubs. To further enjoy the month-long celebration in “Beervana,” as Portland is known, hit the hops at Happy Hour to save the big bucks big time. And don’t forget to include some true brew tastings by ordering a brewery’s sample flight of house specialties.
Alameda Brewhouse
Happy Hour: Mon - Fri 3:00 - 6:00pm
...
July 18, 2008
July is Craft Brew Month in Oregon, and it’s being celebrated with big smiles throughout Portland and beyond. Now is the time to try the varied line-ups of spectacular Northwest beers on tap at our local brewpubs. To further enjoy the month-long celebration in “Beervana,” as Portland is known, hit the hops at Happy Hour to save the big bucks big time. And don’t forget to include some true brew tastings by ordering a brewery’s sample flight of house specialties.
Alameda Brewhouse
Happy Hour: Mon - Fri 3:00 - 6:00pm
...
July 14, 2008
Some foods are just plain easy to eat. Hot dogs, ice cream cones, sandwiches -- heck, they're even served in/on their own "plate" with built-in "utensils" (i.e. buns, cones, bread slices). Other cuisines, however, are more complicated, even down right intimidating. But that shouldn't stop you from getting adventurous and trying something new for dinner.
That's why LivePDX and PDX 49 have teamed up for a "Food How-To" series, getting the inside scoop from local restaurants about how to order, how to eat and how to enjoy the full experience of fondue, sushi, Ethiopian cuisine and dim dum. Watch PDX 49 every Monday evening this month to see Chloe and Darcy get hands-on experience, then check LivePDX for
Some foods are just plain easy to eat. Hot dogs, ice cream cones, sandwiches -- heck, they're even served in/on their own "plate" with built-in "utensils" (i.e. buns, cones, bread slices). Other cuisines, however, are more complicated, even down right intimidating. But that shouldn't stop you from getting adventurous and trying something new for dinner.
That's why LivePDX and PDX 49 have teamed up for a "Food How-To" series, getting the inside scoop from local restaurants about how to order, how to eat and how to enjoy the full experience of fondue, sushi, Ethiopian cuisine and dim dum. Watch PDX 49 every Monday evening this month to see Chloe and Darcy get hands-on experience, then check LivePDX for
By Paul Gerald
July 11, 2008
Type: Breath-of-fresh-air, friendly neighborhood spot
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $11 - $14
Wait: Not bad for tables, but can get long for food on weekends (though they’re working on it)
I confess a certain sadness upon the closing of Gramma Lucy’s Cafe on SE Division. It was far from the best food in town, and it was far from the best-looking place, as well. But it was possibly the most entertaining place to eat breakfast, mainly because it was run by a certifiable nutjob — and I mean that in a good way — who wowed everyone with his loud charms.
So when I heard that guy had ridden his motorcycle off into the sunset, I was a little bummed — until I met the new owners, who were in the ...
July 11, 2008
Type: Breath-of-fresh-air, friendly neighborhood spot
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $11 - $14
Wait: Not bad for tables, but can get long for food on weekends (though they’re working on it)
I confess a certain sadness upon the closing of Gramma Lucy’s Cafe on SE Division. It was far from the best food in town, and it was far from the best-looking place, as well. But it was possibly the most entertaining place to eat breakfast, mainly because it was run by a certifiable nutjob — and I mean that in a good way — who wowed everyone with his loud charms.
So when I heard that guy had ridden his motorcycle off into the sunset, I was a little bummed — until I met the new owners, who were in the ...
July 7, 2008
Some foods are just plain easy to eat. Hot dogs, ice cream cones, sandwiches -- heck, they're even served in/on their own "plate" with built-in "utensils" (i.e. buns, cones, bread slices). Other cuisines, however, are more complicated, even down right intimidating. But that shouldn't stop you from getting adventurous and trying something new for dinner.
That's why LivePDX and PDX 49 have teamed up for a "Food How-To" series, getting the inside scoop from local restaurants about how to order, how to eat and how to enjoy the full experience of fondue, sushi, Ethiopian cuisine and dim dum. Watch PDX 49 every Monday evening this month to see Chloe and Darcy get hands-on experience, then check LivePDX for
Some foods are just plain easy to eat. Hot dogs, ice cream cones, sandwiches -- heck, they're even served in/on their own "plate" with built-in "utensils" (i.e. buns, cones, bread slices). Other cuisines, however, are more complicated, even down right intimidating. But that shouldn't stop you from getting adventurous and trying something new for dinner.
That's why LivePDX and PDX 49 have teamed up for a "Food How-To" series, getting the inside scoop from local restaurants about how to order, how to eat and how to enjoy the full experience of fondue, sushi, Ethiopian cuisine and dim dum. Watch PDX 49 every Monday evening this month to see Chloe and Darcy get hands-on experience, then check LivePDX for
By Angelo M. De Ieso II
June 18, 2008
For lovers of craft beer in Oregon, there is no time like July. Following a sudsy finish in June that features the Summer Brewers Games at Pelican Brewery in Pacific City (June 20 & 21) and the world famous North American Organic Brewers Festival (June 27 - 29), Oregon, known as “Beer Lovers Promised Land,” hops into the most festive month. July is bustling with a statewide celebration of brew culture, headed up by the Oregon Brewers Guild (OBG), with a mission that centers itself around “promoting great beer and beer styles, providing a vehicle for networking between brewers and their suppliers and retailers ...
June 18, 2008
For lovers of craft beer in Oregon, there is no time like July. Following a sudsy finish in June that features the Summer Brewers Games at Pelican Brewery in Pacific City (June 20 & 21) and the world famous North American Organic Brewers Festival (June 27 - 29), Oregon, known as “Beer Lovers Promised Land,” hops into the most festive month. July is bustling with a statewide celebration of brew culture, headed up by the Oregon Brewers Guild (OBG), with a mission that centers itself around “promoting great beer and beer styles, providing a vehicle for networking between brewers and their suppliers and retailers ...
By Jeremy Lloyd
June 16, 2008
By the ages of 10, Mozart had composed his first symphony, Picasso had created several paintings and Tiger Woods had already won two junior golf championships.
At the same age, Jennifer Buehler was also getting an early start on her life’s passion.
“When I was 10 years old, I found this old French cookbook,” says Buehler. “I looked through it, I planned out my menu, I made my mom take me to the grocery store and she bought everything I needed. I went home that night and I made filet of sole in white wine sauce, herbed baby new potatoes, I made my own salad dressing and I made chocolate mousse from scratch. My mom says I used every single pot and pan in the entire kitchen, and she said the meal was absolutely fantastic.”
“But,” she concedes, ...
June 16, 2008
By the ages of 10, Mozart had composed his first symphony, Picasso had created several paintings and Tiger Woods had already won two junior golf championships.
At the same age, Jennifer Buehler was also getting an early start on her life’s passion.
“When I was 10 years old, I found this old French cookbook,” says Buehler. “I looked through it, I planned out my menu, I made my mom take me to the grocery store and she bought everything I needed. I went home that night and I made filet of sole in white wine sauce, herbed baby new potatoes, I made my own salad dressing and I made chocolate mousse from scratch. My mom says I used every single pot and pan in the entire kitchen, and she said the meal was absolutely fantastic.”
“But,” she concedes, ...
By Paul Gerald
June 13, 2008
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $12 - $16 (all major cards)
Wait: Perhaps a little on weekends
Seasons & Regions is a restaurant that practically nobody in the Portland breakfast scene has ever heard of. For one thing, it’s on SW Capitol Highway, hardly the center of our culinary world. And it’s not even in the Hillsdale stretch of road we know; it’s across from the Mittleman Jewish Community Center. Since breakfast is served only on weekends, it’s hardly the signature offering. If you were to drive by you would probably think, Gee, it looks like an old Dairy Queen or something. And ...
June 13, 2008
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $12 - $16 (all major cards)
Wait: Perhaps a little on weekends
Seasons & Regions is a restaurant that practically nobody in the Portland breakfast scene has ever heard of. For one thing, it’s on SW Capitol Highway, hardly the center of our culinary world. And it’s not even in the Hillsdale stretch of road we know; it’s across from the Mittleman Jewish Community Center. Since breakfast is served only on weekends, it’s hardly the signature offering. If you were to drive by you would probably think, Gee, it looks like an old Dairy Queen or something. And ...
By Ashley Griffin
June 12, 2008
When visiting West Linn’s new (five-0-three) restaurant and bar, cast your reservation about dining in the ‘burbs aside. You’ll find no cookie cutter décor or slow, surly service here, and you certainly shouldn’t expect to consult a mass marketed menu that caters to everyone from grandparents to tots before ordering.
Instead, come to (five-0-three) anticipating the unexpected, for the restaurant’s regionally inspired menu is finely tuned, the imbibing opportunities plentiful, the staff well-educated and anticipating your every ...
June 12, 2008
When visiting West Linn’s new (five-0-three) restaurant and bar, cast your reservation about dining in the ‘burbs aside. You’ll find no cookie cutter décor or slow, surly service here, and you certainly shouldn’t expect to consult a mass marketed menu that caters to everyone from grandparents to tots before ordering.
Instead, come to (five-0-three) anticipating the unexpected, for the restaurant’s regionally inspired menu is finely tuned, the imbibing opportunities plentiful, the staff well-educated and anticipating your every ...
By Cindy Anderson
June 6, 2008
Once a year in mid-June, you may be lucky enough to take pops out on the town for Father's Day (June 15). Save yourself some dough and still give dear ol' Dad a special treat at a nice restaurant’s happy hour. Below are some tough, dark, sophisticated, and of course, masculine places perfect for all types of dads, dudes — and dames, too. Keep these classics in mind and enjoy Dad's company for less all throughout the year:
The Crown Room
Happy Hour: Tues - Fri 4:00 - 7:00pm
Food specials: $3 - $7
Drinks: $2 off specialty drinks
Atmosphere: Vegas-style showcase lounge
June 6, 2008
Once a year in mid-June, you may be lucky enough to take pops out on the town for Father's Day (June 15). Save yourself some dough and still give dear ol' Dad a special treat at a nice restaurant’s happy hour. Below are some tough, dark, sophisticated, and of course, masculine places perfect for all types of dads, dudes — and dames, too. Keep these classics in mind and enjoy Dad's company for less all throughout the year:
The Crown Room
Happy Hour: Tues - Fri 4:00 - 7:00pm
Food specials: $3 - $7
Drinks: $2 off specialty drinks
Atmosphere: Vegas-style showcase lounge
By Paul Gerald
May 23, 2008
Type: Casual by day, circus by night
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $7 - $12 (Cash, Visa, MasterCard)
Wait: Legendary, from about 10:00pm to 3:00am on weekends.
Two trips to the Original Hotcake House:
Saturday, 1:15am. I haven’t seen 1:15am since I quit drinking.
I stumble out of the Crystal Ballroom, dazed, smelling like the beer and pot everybody else was doing. My ears are ringing, my back is stiff, my feet are throbbing, my head is pounding. It’s finally time to go the Hotcake House. Some things have to happen in the middle of the night.
May 23, 2008
Type: Casual by day, circus by night
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $7 - $12 (Cash, Visa, MasterCard)
Wait: Legendary, from about 10:00pm to 3:00am on weekends.
Two trips to the Original Hotcake House:
Saturday, 1:15am. I haven’t seen 1:15am since I quit drinking.
I stumble out of the Crystal Ballroom, dazed, smelling like the beer and pot everybody else was doing. My ears are ringing, my back is stiff, my feet are throbbing, my head is pounding. It’s finally time to go the Hotcake House. Some things have to happen in the middle of the night.
By Stacy Larsen
May 16, 2008
Walking into Alu for the first time is a bit like being admitted into a secret club. The door — enormous, square and aluminum-colored — doesn’t quite look like a door. Are you in the right place? Is this Portland, or Gotham City? Push on the latch and it swings both in and out on a center hinge like the bookcases in Scooby Doo cartoons. If you’re not expecting it, you might scurry inside as if you almost missed your chance. And you don’t want to miss this.
Inside, Alu is narrow and intimate. It blends an almost medieval ...
May 16, 2008
Walking into Alu for the first time is a bit like being admitted into a secret club. The door — enormous, square and aluminum-colored — doesn’t quite look like a door. Are you in the right place? Is this Portland, or Gotham City? Push on the latch and it swings both in and out on a center hinge like the bookcases in Scooby Doo cartoons. If you’re not expecting it, you might scurry inside as if you almost missed your chance. And you don’t want to miss this.
Inside, Alu is narrow and intimate. It blends an almost medieval ...
By Jeremy Lloyd
June 16, 2008
By the ages of 10, Mozart had composed his first symphony, Picasso had created several paintings and Tiger Woods had already won two junior golf championships.
At the same age, Jennifer Buehler was also getting an early start on her life’s passion.
“When I was 10 years old, I found this old French cookbook,” says Buehler. “I looked through it, I planned out my menu, I made my mom take me to the grocery store and she bought everything I needed. I went home that night and I made filet of sole in white wine sauce, herbed baby new potatoes, I made my own salad dressing and I made chocolate mousse from scratch. My mom says I used every single pot and pan in the entire kitchen, and she said the meal was absolutely fantastic.”
“But,” she concedes, ...
June 16, 2008
By the ages of 10, Mozart had composed his first symphony, Picasso had created several paintings and Tiger Woods had already won two junior golf championships.
At the same age, Jennifer Buehler was also getting an early start on her life’s passion.
“When I was 10 years old, I found this old French cookbook,” says Buehler. “I looked through it, I planned out my menu, I made my mom take me to the grocery store and she bought everything I needed. I went home that night and I made filet of sole in white wine sauce, herbed baby new potatoes, I made my own salad dressing and I made chocolate mousse from scratch. My mom says I used every single pot and pan in the entire kitchen, and she said the meal was absolutely fantastic.”
“But,” she concedes, ...
By Stacy Larsen
May 14, 2008
A few years ago, a drive down SE Stark Street, just west of 82nd Ave, would probably get you a dank bar, some plywood and maybe a fender job at Beet’s Auto Body. If you wanted a good meal other than pizza, you were better off at one of the Vietnamese places down 82nd.
Today, however, this Montavilla corridor boasts six restaurants and cafes in three blocks, all bathed in the glow of the lovingly restored Academy Theater. Some of the first people who opened up these places were described as gutsy, taking a chance on a “gritty” street. Now it’s paying off for everyone, and the area was even just mentioned in Sunset magazine. But don’t be fooled — while no longer gritty, these places are still totally laid-back and family-friendly.
May 14, 2008
A few years ago, a drive down SE Stark Street, just west of 82nd Ave, would probably get you a dank bar, some plywood and maybe a fender job at Beet’s Auto Body. If you wanted a good meal other than pizza, you were better off at one of the Vietnamese places down 82nd.
Today, however, this Montavilla corridor boasts six restaurants and cafes in three blocks, all bathed in the glow of the lovingly restored Academy Theater. Some of the first people who opened up these places were described as gutsy, taking a chance on a “gritty” street. Now it’s paying off for everyone, and the area was even just mentioned in Sunset magazine. But don’t be fooled — while no longer gritty, these places are still totally laid-back and family-friendly.
By Mark Stock
May 8, 2008
Chained to my chair by an Appalachian-sized food coma, I was hoping the check would never come. And before it did, Three Square Grill co-owner Barb Barber calmly interjected: “You guys are so civilized,” she said. “Most people just come in and wolf it all down.”
Which is exactly what we had spent the last two hours doing, only on a larger, lengthier scale. In fact, after destroying my order of meatloaf and adjusting my belt accordingly, I was feeling quite like a criminal.
Imported from North Carolina, the Barbers’ (husband Dan is the head chef) southern sense of transparency is written all over the menu. From the bibliography at the base ...
May 8, 2008
Chained to my chair by an Appalachian-sized food coma, I was hoping the check would never come. And before it did, Three Square Grill co-owner Barb Barber calmly interjected: “You guys are so civilized,” she said. “Most people just come in and wolf it all down.”
Which is exactly what we had spent the last two hours doing, only on a larger, lengthier scale. In fact, after destroying my order of meatloaf and adjusting my belt accordingly, I was feeling quite like a criminal.
Imported from North Carolina, the Barbers’ (husband Dan is the head chef) southern sense of transparency is written all over the menu. From the bibliography at the base ...
By Audrey Dilling
May 2, 2008
Portland does a lot of things right — and its bar scene is no exception. Consider the number of breweries scattered around town alone; beer has become as ingrained in our culture as organic vegetables and Gortex.
A thriving nightlife can have unfortunate side effects, however. According to Portland Police Bureau statistics, 85 DUII’s (Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants) were issued in 2007 within one mile of Holocene, a popular destination for drinking in Southeast.
Thankfully, RideOn Portland is taking action to curb this dangerous trend. The non-profit organization is dedicated to decreasing the instances of drunk driving in the city by dispatching designated drivers throughout Southeast Portland. These volunteers ...
May 2, 2008
Portland does a lot of things right — and its bar scene is no exception. Consider the number of breweries scattered around town alone; beer has become as ingrained in our culture as organic vegetables and Gortex.
A thriving nightlife can have unfortunate side effects, however. According to Portland Police Bureau statistics, 85 DUII’s (Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants) were issued in 2007 within one mile of Holocene, a popular destination for drinking in Southeast.
Thankfully, RideOn Portland is taking action to curb this dangerous trend. The non-profit organization is dedicated to decreasing the instances of drunk driving in the city by dispatching designated drivers throughout Southeast Portland. These volunteers ...
By Heather Strang
May 2, 2008
She woke you up every morning for school and made your breakfast. She nagged at you to brush your teeth. And when you wanted to pierce four holes in your ear, she simply shook her head to indicate, "Over my dead body." Let's face it; your mother is practically a saint for putting up with you. So, for Mother's Day (which is May 11 for those of you staring at this blankly), the least you can do is treat your mom to a delicious brunch. It's the perfect opportunity to show off your restaurant know-how, let Mom indulge, plus it gets you off the hook from cooking. That way, everyone wins!
Bread & Ink Cafe
If you're looking for comfort, unpretentiousness ...
May 2, 2008
She woke you up every morning for school and made your breakfast. She nagged at you to brush your teeth. And when you wanted to pierce four holes in your ear, she simply shook her head to indicate, "Over my dead body." Let's face it; your mother is practically a saint for putting up with you. So, for Mother's Day (which is May 11 for those of you staring at this blankly), the least you can do is treat your mom to a delicious brunch. It's the perfect opportunity to show off your restaurant know-how, let Mom indulge, plus it gets you off the hook from cooking. That way, everyone wins!
Bread & Ink Cafe
If you're looking for comfort, unpretentiousness ...
By Cindy Anderson
May 1, 2008
Come the first days of May, you may find yourself thirsty for sun, sangria and salsa. So slip on your sandals and spice up your Happy Hour with south-of-the border flavor. Dine for less dinero and get a taste of Mexico and beyond via some of the area's best Latino restaurants.
Andina
Happy Hour: Mon - Sat 4:00 - 6:00pm
Food specials: $1 - $2
Drinks: $5 exotic cocktail specialties
Atmosphere: Upscale and warm South American flavor
Andina's Peruvian style interior is more high-style Lima than Machu Picchu, with high wooden-beamed ceilings, copper-topped ...
May 1, 2008
Come the first days of May, you may find yourself thirsty for sun, sangria and salsa. So slip on your sandals and spice up your Happy Hour with south-of-the border flavor. Dine for less dinero and get a taste of Mexico and beyond via some of the area's best Latino restaurants.
Andina
Happy Hour: Mon - Sat 4:00 - 6:00pm
Food specials: $1 - $2
Drinks: $5 exotic cocktail specialties
Atmosphere: Upscale and warm South American flavor
Andina's Peruvian style interior is more high-style Lima than Machu Picchu, with high wooden-beamed ceilings, copper-topped ...
By Paul Gerald
April 14, 2008
*Editor's Note (6/30/08): The Breakfast Guy has been informed that Jobie has moved on to a new local restaurant, and the SE Pix brunch is no longer available. If you want to reminisce, though, read on.*
Type: “The sweet magic spreads to brunch.”
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $11 - $13 (Visa, MasterCard)
Wait: Little to none
Everybody who goes to Pix Patisserie agrees that there’s something magical about the place.
The magic begins with a display case full of positively wondrous desserts. I won’t even bother describing them here, but I will say ...
April 14, 2008
*Editor's Note (6/30/08): The Breakfast Guy has been informed that Jobie has moved on to a new local restaurant, and the SE Pix brunch is no longer available. If you want to reminisce, though, read on.*
Type: “The sweet magic spreads to brunch.”
Typical Price Range (meal with coffee and tip): $11 - $13 (Visa, MasterCard)
Wait: Little to none
Everybody who goes to Pix Patisserie agrees that there’s something magical about the place.
The magic begins with a display case full of positively wondrous desserts. I won’t even bother describing them here, but I will say ...
By Ashley Griffin
April 9, 2008
First, full disclosure: I’ve never dined in an Indian restaurant before. Certainly, I’m addicted to chai tea, and have tried curries and even Naan-like bread before, but I hadn’t ever tasted paneer (soft, freshly made cheese) or pakora (chick-pea battered fritters). Nor had I broke through the thin crust of a samosa chaat (fried turnovers) to discover tender potatoes inhabiting the crisp, pastry shell, or capped off my meal with gulab jamun (milk doughnuts).
So, upon entering East India Co. Grill & Bar — a new Indian restaurant that opened in West Downtown last December — I knew not at all what to expect.
It immediately became clear that
April 9, 2008
First, full disclosure: I’ve never dined in an Indian restaurant before. Certainly, I’m addicted to chai tea, and have tried curries and even Naan-like bread before, but I hadn’t ever tasted paneer (soft, freshly made cheese) or pakora (chick-pea battered fritters). Nor had I broke through the thin crust of a samosa chaat (fried turnovers) to discover tender potatoes inhabiting the crisp, pastry shell, or capped off my meal with gulab jamun (milk doughnuts).
So, upon entering East India Co. Grill & Bar — a new Indian restaurant that opened in West Downtown last December — I knew not at all what to expect.
It immediately became clear that
By Carolyn Neuhausen
April 2, 2008
Move over coffee, there’s a new favorite sip in town.
Though Portland is an epicenter of popular beverages like coffee, unique microbrews and impressive Pinot noirs, the city has many fine tea houses and purveyors that the rose isn’t the only plant that Portland is known for.
Case in point: Though Starbucks was founded in Seattle, the coffeehouse chain sells tea, not from Washington, but from Oregon-based company Tazo Tea. Perhaps you’ve heard of another nationally recognized Oregon tea company, Stash Tea.
What exactly makes tea so popular in Portland — and around the world? Like coffee, tea can be full bodied, dark and stimulating. Unlike coffee, ...
April 2, 2008
Move over coffee, there’s a new favorite sip in town.
Though Portland is an epicenter of popular beverages like coffee, unique microbrews and impressive Pinot noirs, the city has many fine tea houses and purveyors that the rose isn’t the only plant that Portland is known for.
Case in point: Though Starbucks was founded in Seattle, the coffeehouse chain sells tea, not from Washington, but from Oregon-based company Tazo Tea. Perhaps you’ve heard of another nationally recognized Oregon tea company, Stash Tea.
What exactly makes tea so popular in Portland — and around the world? Like coffee, tea can be full bodied, dark and stimulating. Unlike coffee, ...
By Angelo De Ieso
April 2, 2008
For those with a palate for craft beer, chocolate and cheese, Bailey’s Taproom is an essential rendezvous point. Located in the heart of downtown Portland, just off south of Burnside on SW Broadway, proprietor Geoffrey Phillips has been sharing his passion for choice beer from this historic corner spot since August of 2007.
With 20 rotating craft brews on tap and several bottled favorites, Bailey’s offers an extensive sampling of Pacific Northwest flavor that goes beyond any typical tavern. Thanks to prodigious foresight by local connoisseurs ...
April 2, 2008
For those with a palate for craft beer, chocolate and cheese, Bailey’s Taproom is an essential rendezvous point. Located in the heart of downtown Portland, just off south of Burnside on SW Broadway, proprietor Geoffrey Phillips has been sharing his passion for choice beer from this historic corner spot since August of 2007.
With 20 rotating craft brews on tap and several bottled favorites, Bailey’s offers an extensive sampling of Pacific Northwest flavor that goes beyond any typical tavern. Thanks to prodigious foresight by local connoisseurs ...
By Cindy Anderson
March 28, 2008
Happy Hour is all about having fun and sharing good times with friends. At several places around town, you can extend that time with longer hours, and maybe catch some free live music at the same time. There's much to be happy about at these select Happy Hours with added benefits. Phone some friends and plan your week to take advantage of each day’s generous offerings:
ALL-NIGHT MONDAY
Zaytoon
Happy Hour: Monday 5:00pm – Close / Daily 5:00 - 7:00pm & 11:00pm - Close
Food specials: $2 - $8
Drinks: $1 PBRs, $3 drafts, $4 wells
Atmosphere: Minimalist, ...
March 28, 2008
Happy Hour is all about having fun and sharing good times with friends. At several places around town, you can extend that time with longer hours, and maybe catch some free live music at the same time. There's much to be happy about at these select Happy Hours with added benefits. Phone some friends and plan your week to take advantage of each day’s generous offerings:
ALL-NIGHT MONDAY
Zaytoon
Happy Hour: Monday 5:00pm – Close / Daily 5:00 - 7:00pm & 11:00pm - Close
Food specials: $2 - $8
Drinks: $1 PBRs, $3 drafts, $4 wells
Atmosphere: Minimalist, ...