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TheBurgerKingdom: Favorite Burger in Portland

I’ve been writing about burgers in the city of Portland for nearly a decade. I’ve seen highs, lows, fire, rain, and I even ate nothing but burgers for an entire month. HamMayBurgers, and it was my senior thesis at Portland State University. I’m always asked: “Nate, what’s your favorite burger in Portland?”  The quality of…
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Not Your Normal Nachos!

Out of all of the foods that I love to eat and all of the different types of foods that I’ve tried, I still haven’t found anything that brings me the same amount of joy as a big plate of nachos piled high with delicious cheese and toppings. Living in a brewery town, I’m blessed…
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BBQueer: An Unconventional Foodie – Bend, OR

Food brings people together and is one of the main pillars in culture, health, and relationships. I believe that the majority of people are severely undereducated when it comes to food, whether it’s how to cook it, where to eat it, and where to source it. My goal as a “foodie” (BBQueer)and food educator is…
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PDXnomnom: Local Favorites in Portland

PDXnomnom: Growing up in a Filipino family, delicious food was always and still is, the star of every gathering.  “I love you” isn’t a common thing to say in Asian cultures, but we show our love through food.  My mom is the best cook I know, and she instilled in me what good food is…
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Fresh Restaurants in Seattle

Spring is a lovely time to visit Seattle. Longer, brighter days are ahead after a rain and snow-filled winter that broke regional records. As people shed their puffy coats and venture back outside, there are plenty of events and activities that are celebrating the season while still remaining safely socially distanced. From the vibrant atmosphere to local…
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