Alexander Sullivan-Parker, formerly of Catagna and Muselet, has taken over the Swank and Swine kitchens in the Paramount Hotel. Sullivan-Parker has stepped up the game at Swank Restaurant, refining dishes into sophisticated presentations of Americana. “The result is generally something our guests find familiarity in but also a little intrigue. Hospitality is always in the…
Valentine Sweets for the Sweet at Pix Pâtisserie/Bar Vivant Take Out & Make Out, Heart Macarons and Diamond Earring Giveaway Diamond Earring Giveaway On Valentine’s Day, a single box of Pix handmade chocolates will also hide a pair of 14 karat white gold stud earrings with 12 ¼ carat round cut diamonds. Retail value $300.…
Where To Eat Guide & Associates is pleased to announce the Winter 2016-2017 issue of the The Where To Eat Guide in Portland, available now at top Portland hotels, the Oregon Convention Center, Travel Portland Visitor Information Center and exclusively at Powell's City of Books. This issue of the Where To Eat Guide proudly features Karam on the…
Now that the Autumn bounty is at its fullest, and we are hunkering down for the chilly holiday season, it’s time to get ready for everyone’s favorite holiday that’s all about eating (and eating and eating) – Thanksgiving! There is so much to be thankful for in Oregon, with all of the lovely farm-to-table dining…
What better way to learn about and enjoy sherry than with … an obstacle course? Bar Vivant (2225 E Burnside St.), the tapas bar adjacent to Pix Patisserie, invites you to celebrate International Sherry Week with fun, games and tastings on Saturday November 12th from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. The Sherry Educational Obstacle Course,…
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