There is no doubt that John and Renee Gorham wear success well. All the La Ruta dinners and both inaugural events on Saturday and Sunday were well attended or sold out! The Toro team brought the culture of Spain right to the heart of Bridgetown with International and local celebrity chefs, winemakers, dancers, music and…
McMinnville, the Heart of Oregon Wine Country, is Heating Up With a Variety of Family Fun Events This Summer The best part about Oregon summer is the endless events and happenings that give folks the chance to enjoy the few months of sunshine. Perfect for a day trip or long weekend away, the city of…
Have you seen the line up of diners, wine pairings, guest chefs and cultural talent coming to Portland for LA RUTA? We can hardly wait for all the food love! Make sure to get your tickets now, rumor has it they are going quick. CLICK HERE FOR EVENTS JULY 13-16 Enter to Win Tickets. Click Here…
Get Excited! La Ruta PDX: A Gastronomic Festival is an industry and trade focused event series celebrating the culinary culture of Spain in Portland, Oregon from the 13th to the 16th of July 2017. Chefs from Spain will join forces with chefs from Portland in a series of collaboration dinners. Events throughout the festival will showcase…
PROOF — The Washington Distillers Festival, the official tasting event showcasing Washington’s finest distilleries, will return for a fifth year on July 8 to Seattle's Fremont Studios. Tickets, a full list of participating distilleries and restaurants, plus complete event info, are available online at PROOFWashington.org. Over its first four years, the event has been a…
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