The cocktail bar above Loyal Legion’s Beaverton beer hall, Flora, opened its doors Thursday, April 28th. Flora is a reservation-only cocktail bar, and obviously, people can make reservations up to one month in advance. However, to Loyal Legion’s lively beer bar environment, this intimate, refined upper-level bar hosts crystal glassware, ethereal wallpaper depicting mythical creatures,…
Updated December 31st, 2021 When it comes to cocktails, there are some crazy, decadent, and just plain bizarre Bloody Mary creations out there. Yet somehow, the combination of vodka, tomato juice, and mixed seasonings is extremely susceptible to flavor experimentation. These spots in the Seattle area have honed the craft, from minimalist marvels to spicy-hot…
On a recent trip to Portland I stopped in at Ración for some food and cocktails. Ración occupies a beautiful space in the west end of downtown and showcases an amazing open kitchen and bar. In addition to the bar being alluring, it is also fully stocked with beautiful and inventive cocktails. On this…
According to the annual Grape Production Report, gathered information from all sources, wineries, and growers in Washington State will harvest 240,000 tons of wine grapes in 2022. This is a 34% increase from the year before. In addition, the harvest produced the best grapes possible. Chris Stone, VP of Marketing and Communications for the Washington State Wine Commission, said, "Both Continue Reading
The People's Courts are making The City of Roses fun again, and everyone is welcome. The 48,000-square-foot social venue has indoor and outdoor Pickleball courts, Bocce Ball, Ping Pong, Cornhole, a 9-hole Disc Golf putting course, an arcade, and two excellent restaurants. It will open in the summer of 2023 at 2700 NE 82nd Ave in Portland, Oregon. It has Continue Reading
The summer of 2023 will be memorable, thanks to the lineup Festival Napa Valley has announced. Some of the biggest names in music will perform during the Festival, which takes place from July 8 to July 23. These artists include Carrie Underwood, Matteo Bocelli, Pablo Sáinz Villegas, Lucas Meachem, and Time for Three. The Festival offers two free summer training Continue Reading
Exciting news for foodies and hospitality enthusiasts: Chef Josh Black has been appointed the Executive Chef of ALBA Restaurant at the River Terrace Inn! Chef Black is an accomplished culinary professional with over 20 years of experience. He has worked at some of the country's most prestigious restaurants, such as The French Laundry in Napa Valley and Per Se in Continue Reading
We are thrilled to inform you of Lil America's grand opening as a new participant in the dynamic scene of our city. Lil America is a novel idea that promises to give visitors an experience they will remember. Lil America will become a favorite spot for locals and visitors thanks to its excellent location and gorgeous design. Located in the Continue Reading