Love Month is here. Yes, you may call it Valentine's Day, but we are taking a less Hallmark approach. So where will you spend it and with whom? We believe Portland could be the West Coast's best city for a date with your partner, part-time lover, or even furry friend. There is certainly no shortage of fantastic…
Valentine’s is just around the corner. Emerald City is one of the perfect areas to let you have a romantic vibe. Even with the pandemic, here are a few places to take your significant other for a special night. A romantic dinner out, from steak house to the rooftop garden, to elegant candlelit experience, and…
San Francisco is home to many must-visit restaurants on the list of where-to-go restaurants in the country. The options here are so diverse that you can never go wrong with planning a date night in San Francisco. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, are you having trouble deciding where to take your valentine? Here…
Dirty Habit, San Francisco’s sultry bar, and restaurant located on the fifth floor of Hotel Zelos are pleased to share their sexy new private dining experience – Sultry Habits – offered February 11-12, 14, and 16-19 in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Dirty Habit has taken over the guestrooms adjacent to the restaurant and accordingly converted them…
Escape the crowds of the high-production Napa wineries and join me on the outskirts for some high-quality, intimate wine tasting experiences. Here are two of my favorites! Tamber Bey (1251 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga, CA 94515) Just north up Hwy 29 past, St. Helena is the sleepy town of Calistoga, known for its mineral water and…
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