About: Jason Staats

Jason Staats is a native Oregonian with a degree in hospitality and extensive background in the restaurant and tourism sectors. He is a former President of the Portland Concierge Association, current board member of the Pacific NW Experience, President of the Where To Eat Guide and an influencer in the broader hospitality communities of Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho and beyond. Jason loves to cook and has a passion for travel. His favorite annual events are Feast, Taste Washington, Savor Idaho and Treefort. You may follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram: @Jason_Staats.

Recent Posts by Jason Staats

Tickets for Swank and Swine Upcoming Cider Dinner September 21 – Portland

Tickets for Swank and Swine Upcoming Cider Dinner September 21 – Portland
Downtown Portland’s Swank and Swine will be host to 2 Towns Ciderhouse for its upcoming Cider Dinner. Taking place on Thursday, September 21st this multi-course dinner paired with some of 2 Towns’ finest cider will begin seating at 6:00pm in Chef’s Alley at Swank Restaurant. Executive Chef Alexander Sullivan-Parker will pair his multi-course meal with handcrafted Northwest ciders from 100% fresh-pressed apples. Enjoy the…
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Grimaldi’s Pizzeria announces its Fall Favorites – Meridian, Idaho

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria announces its Fall Favorites – Meridian, Idaho
MERIDIAN, ID – Known for its award-winning, coal-fired, brick oven pizza and calzones Grimaldi’s Pizzeria announces its Fall Favorites menu, featuring signature items and classics with a twist. Set to debut September 1. The appealing menu includes a new “Wedge” Salad complete with romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, blue cheese dressing, bacon, and gorgonzola;…
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Where to Eat Before and After the Eclipse in Bend

Where to Eat Before and After the Eclipse in Bend
Central Oregon is already getting inundated with visitors coming for a once-in-a-lifetime eclipse event! Pick up one of our guides at one of the visitor centers, the Redmond Airport or any of the hotels for a full list of the best restaurants in Central Oregon. We wanted to take a moment to highlight some of…
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Napa Valley Farmers Market Events and Updates

Napa Valley Farmers Market Events and Updates
Tuesday, August 15th With this Tuesday being the final Tuesday market prior to the start of the school year, come down to the market to celebrate! Kids are invited to participate in the 10:30am Back to School Lunchbox Scavenger Hunt where they can compete for a reusable water bottle while they hunt the market for fresh and prepared items…
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