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
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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Portland’s Bar Vivant hosts Flamenco Fridays with Espacio Flamenco
Fridays in August join Espacio Flamenco and Bar Vivant for lively flamenco performances in the courtyard. Each week we will feature a different producer at the outdoor sherry bar. Get there early to grab some tapas and a sherry to pair with live flamenco guitar, singing and dance. Seating on a first come first served…
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Napa Noodles Now Open in Downtown Napa Valley!
The Zaslove Family, owners of the “Best Sushi in the Napa Valley,” Eiko’s and Eiko’s at Oxbow have announced the opening of a new restaurant. Napa Noodles opened to the public July 26th, located at 1124 1st Street. Napa Noodles is managed by Allison Hallum, Rick & Nancy’s daughter, who currently manages both of the…
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Portland’s Ringside Fish House Hosting Oyster Shuck-Off
In celebration of RingSide Fish House's Dollar Oyster Mondays (D.O.M.) one-year anniversary and upcoming National Oyster Day, RingSide is hosting an Oyster Shuck-Off In The Park event on Tuesday, August 1st from 4-6pm in Director Park (815 SW Park Ave). This Shuck-Off event features two friendly competitions between three of Downtown Portland's best seafood restaurants…
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Santa Cruz Chefs Bring Traditional Mexican Cuisine Tasting Menu July 30th – Get Tickets!
Chef Liam Blackmon from Cacoco Drinking Chocolate and Chef Zachary Mazi of The Food Bender (formerly of LionFish SupperClub and Ulterior Restaurant) are teaming up with the world famous Chef Diego Felix of Colectivo Felix to put on the next iteration of Tacos and Chocolate at MJA Vineyards! Come and enjoy a selection of incredible and cultural significant Mexican cuisine,…
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Recent Comments by Jason Staats
- 7 Apr 2021 on Where To Eat Guide Launches!
- 5 Jan 2016 on Looking Back at the Deliciousness of 2015: Our Favorite Food Photos