Empress by Boon to Open June 18 San Francisco’s Newest Epicurean Destination Revives a San Francisco Chinatown Landmark. The new Empress by Boon, the expansive Cantonese culinary destination spearheaded by Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon, located at 838 Grant Avenue is thrilled to confirm its grand opening on Friday, June 18, 2021. In the space…
Taste Washington 2021 Wraps Up with a Plan to Resume in Person Next Year Taste Washington and Taste Washington Wine Month kept the spirit of the annual wine and food festival alive in 2021 by offering an array of monthlong programs centered around wineries, restaurants, and hotels. While this year’s weekly themes pivoted from the…
This week, Where To Eat Guide and Associates, also known as The Eat Guide, has re-launched its dominant presence in the tourism dining industry with its new digital dining magazine, including sample menus, amenities, maps, and direct links to reservations, catering, and take-out. The first area launched is Treasure Valley, Boise, Idaho. The hotel occupancy…
Ling & Louie’s, an Asian fusion restaurant located in Meridian, Idaho, just outside of Boise, is celebrating their 10th anniversary with ten days of fun April 1-10. Ling & Louie’s slogan – “Not For Boring People” – definitely applies when it comes to the festivities, which includes: • fortunate cookies – a return of the…
For its 2021 summer season, Rocky Butte Farmers Market will host five monthly markets providing access to affordable, seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products in Northeast Portland’s historically underserved Madison South, Roseway, and Sumner neighborhoods. Rocky Butte Farmers Market 2021 will take place the second Saturday of each month, June through October, from…
Opera on the Lawn Returns to Remy Wines for a 20th Anniversary Celebration Some Sunday mornings call for coffee. This one calls for live opera, a picnic on the lawn, and a glass of Oregon wine. On Sunday, August 23, 2026, Remy Wines will celebrate its 20th anniversary with the return of Opera on the Lawn. The outdoor performance features Continue Reading
Where To Play This Summer in Seattle: Events, Dining & Local Picks Seattle is heading into one of its busiest stretches of summer. Seafair returns to Lake Washington, Bite of Seattle takes over Seattle Center, and Festival Sundiata brings a free weekend of Black arts, food, music, and culture to the heart of the city. Whether you are visiting for Continue Reading
Heading to the Waterfront Blues Festival with food allergies or dietary restrictions? You are not alone. Festival food can be exciting, but it can also be tricky when you are looking for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, or vegan options. The good news is that several vendors at this year’s Waterfront Blues Festival are already thinking about guests with different dietary needs. Continue Reading
Portland’s Waterfront Blues Festival returns July 2-4, 2026 to Tom McCall Waterfront Park, bringing three days of live music, riverfront views, fireworks, and a full festival food lineup that makes this one of the tastiest summer events in the city. This year’s Blues Bites food court and vendor marketplace will feature a mix of new arrivals, returning Portland favorites, local Continue Reading
Portland’s summer soundtrack returns to the riverfront. The Waterfront Blues Festival is back July 2–4, 2026 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Downtown Portland, bringing three days, three stages, Blues Cruises on the Willamette River, local food, craft beverages, a curated marketplace, and a Fourth of July fireworks show over the water. This year’s lineup stretches far beyond traditional blues, Continue Reading