About: Jason Staats

Jason Staats is an Oregon native, hospitality entrepreneur, and President of Where To Eat Guide. With a degree in hospitality and more than 20 years of experience in the restaurant and tourism industries, Jason has built his career around connecting travelers to great local dining and authentic destination experiences. He is a former President of the Portland Concierge Association and currently serves on the board of Pacific NW Experience (PNWE). Jason is especially passionate about the way multicultural food, hospitality, and local experiences help define a destination and bring communities together. His work spans Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, and beyond. When he’s not working, he enjoys cooking, traveling, and exploring the people, places, and events that make each region unique.

Recent Posts by Jason Staats

The Incredible Lineup at Feast Portland’s Sandwich Invitational

Last Thursday, the Sandwich Invitational kicked off Feast Portland in utterly delicious fashion. It's pretty awesome to see what some of the best chefs in the country can create between two pieces of bread. If you missed it, we're sorry - but here's your recap: Pulled Pork, Pickled Collard Greens, Pimento Cheese on Brioche By…
Read more

These Events Are Not Sold Out At Feast Portland (YET)!

These Events Are Not Sold Out At Feast Portland (YET)!
It's one of the most delicious times of the year! Feast Portland is next week and with it comes an amazing line up of culinary awesomeness. You can still get tickets to a few events (but act fast, they will sell out!): Friday, September 16th MEET THE PRESS 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM In early…
Read more

Where To Eat Seafood In Portland

Where To Eat Seafood In Portland
Portland is widely known for its farm-to-table cuisine, but with the Oregon coast so close by, and the best seafood purveyors up and down the state, many times that means sea-to-table. Portland restauranteurs have an almost religious dedication to filling your table with only the most quality ingredients, so they have cultivated close relationships with…
Read more

Your Fall Boise Where To Eat Guide Is Here!

Your Fall Boise Where To Eat Guide Is Here!
Where To Eat Guide & Associates is pleased to announce the Fall 2016 issue of the Where To Eat Guide in Boise, available now at top Boise hotels including Hampton Inn & Suites Boise - Downtown, The Grove Hotel, The Modern Hotel and Bar and the Red Lion Boise Downtowner. This issue of the Where To…
Read more

A Sneak Peek at Ulterior’s Stellar Summer Menu

Summer Bruschetta: Roasted/Grilled Summer Squash, Eggplant, Red Onion, Garlic, Tomato Vinaigrette, Truffled Goat Cheese Powder, Micro-Arugula. Photo: Yvonne Rew-Falk.  Ulterior Restaurant and Bar, the brick and mortar collaboration between LionFish SupperClub and MOTIV nightclub, is now open five days a week for your dining pleasure! Let's take a look at their new summer menu, which has…
Read more

MENU