Goodbyes are always bittersweet- especially when the goodbye you’re saying is to Bend, OR. I was born and raised in this town. I’ve watched it grow from a small milling and farming community of 20,000 to a bustling, trendy mountain town with over 100,000 residents and a massive influx of seasonal tourists. Although I am…
We announce the April 2022 edition of Famished Fork - The Eat Guide's monthly newsletter! Welcome Spring! We wish you a bright, warm, and beautiful Spring! Please get to know our featured foodie influencers and the freshest dishes in their local areas! This issue mostly features a guide on where to eat in Portland, Bend,…
Portland is a foodie city, and most of the city's identity is the food carts! Food carts are perfect for busy people and perfect for this pandemic since they are built for takeaway and provide social distancing between the staff and diners. Check out this food cart guide Juliana Soles, also known as Food Femme…
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…
As a hip and trendy city, it is no surprise that Boise has an abundance of fun and affordable happy hours. If you are looking for the best place to wind down your workday or to kick off your night out on the town, be sure to consider these five friendly locations for your next…
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
After Our Pacific Northwest Tourism Outlook, DMOs Responded: After publishing our Pacific Northwest Tourism Outlook 2026, Where To Eat Guide reached out to destination marketing organizations for additional insight into what they are seeing in their markets and what local restaurants, hotels, tasting rooms, attractions, and hospitality businesses should be preparing for next. The original article focused on one central Continue Reading