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

Hazelfern Cellars Opens In Newberg

Photo Credit: Merlin Varaday Hazelfern Cellars, a fantastic new family-owned winery, has opened in the Chehalem Mountains outside of Newberg, Oregon, just up the road from The Allison Inn & Spa. Owners Bryan and Laura Laing say that wine is their love language. The couple opened the Willamette Valley winery this year after family events led…
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Your Summer Seattle Where To Eat Guide is Here!

Photo provided by Il Bistro Where to Eat Guide & Associates is pleased to announce the Summer 2016 issue of the Where To Eat Guide in Seattle, available now at Seattle hotels, the Washington State Convention Center, GSBA Visitor Information Center on Capitol Hill and the Pike Place Market Information Center. We are thrilled to…
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Anniversary Specials All Month Long at Muselet

Photo provided by Muselet Muselet is turning one and they're celebrating with daily drink specials the entire month of May! The casual modern restaurant and wine bar on the South Waterfront invites you to enjoy the fabulous following specials: Champagne Tuesdays - Cheers to one year with $10 glasses of Champagne all night! Muselet has…
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Your Spring 2016 Issue of the Central Oregon Where To Eat Guide is Here!

Shrimp Cakes at Noi Thai Cuisine. Photo: Noi Thai Facebook  The Spring 2016 edition of the Central Oregon Where To Eat Guide is now available at most Central Oregon hotels, Roberts Field Redmond Airport, Visit Bend, Central Oregon Visitors Association and the High Desert Museum. This marks the tenth year that the Where To Eat…
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Bartini Offers Three Course Martini Dinner in April

In April, Bartini will offer a three-course martini-paired dinner for $30 per person. The following is the featured menu: First Course: Fresh Scallop Ceviche Martini Pairing: The Herbal Remedy with Belvedere, Yellow Chartreuse, Green Tea, Star Anise, Lemon & Prosecco Second Course: Smoked Beef Tenderloin Martini Pairing: Rainy Day with I. W. Harper Bourbon, Fernet,…
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