Summer cocktails are all levels of sweet, refreshing and sometimes fruity - we miss their bright, uplifting nature come Fall. While fall-styled cocktails are their own kind of delicious, don’t miss out on the last of the summer cocktails! Absinthe Brasserie | 2400 1st Avenue | 206-441-5132 With absinthe in the name, you’ll certainly find…
Celebrating all things fermented, The Little Woody Bend will return to Des Chutes Historical Museum on September 1st & 2nd, 2017. The Little Woody Barrel Aged Beer and Whiskey Festival will celebrate craft wood-aged beers from across the Northwest, along with small-batch American rye whiskeys and bourbons, barrel-aged ciders, during the ninth annual festival. Well-known…
With the crisp breeze warning that Autumn is just around the corner (not to mention the rain), it’s time to revisit Portland’s rich history of hot beverages that put a little spice in your life. Mainly, it’s time to talk about coffee & toddy cocktails. The history of mixing coffee with liquor is a long…
Downtown Portland’s Swank and Swine will be host to 2 Towns Ciderhouse for its upcoming Cider Dinner. Taking place on Thursday, September 21st this multi-course dinner paired with some of 2 Towns’ finest cider will begin seating at 6:00pm in Chef’s Alley at Swank Restaurant. Executive Chef Alexander Sullivan-Parker will pair his multi-course meal with handcrafted Northwest ciders from 100% fresh-pressed apples. Enjoy the…
MERIDIAN, ID – Known for its award-winning, coal-fired, brick oven pizza and calzones Grimaldi’s Pizzeria announces its Fall Favorites menu, featuring signature items and classics with a twist. Set to debut September 1. The appealing menu includes a new “Wedge” Salad complete with romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, blue cheese dressing, bacon, and gorgonzola;…
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