Portland’s Nob Hill area, a boutique shopping and dining district which encompasses the environs surrounding NW 23rd and 21st Avenues, is considered one of the most adorable--and enjoyable--areas in town. This is a good place to take advantage of Oregon’s tax-free shopping, or to relish some of our most celebrated treats, such as Salt &…
Photo: Brix Tavern Facebook Brix Tavern is usually pretty cozy, but on June 16, it's filled to the brim with merry making barbecue enthusiasts. It’s the night of the much anticipated Beer-BBQ-Bourbon buffet, and nearly all in sight have huge smiles plastered on their faces. Between the intoxicating smell wafting through the room and the…
Photo Credit: Merlin Varaday Hazelfern Cellars, a fantastic new family-owned winery, has opened in the Chehalem Mountains outside of Newberg, Oregon, just up the road from The Allison Inn & Spa. Owners Bryan and Laura Laing say that wine is their love language. The couple opened the Willamette Valley winery this year after family events led…
If music is the food of love, then food is the … well, you know! Is there anything that sets the tone for romance more than the finest food and drink? In Portland, the top food city in the nation, only the best ingredients are used, whether it is amazing farm-to-table cuisine, exquisite wines…
Photo: Jason Staats Where To Eat Guide & Associates is pleased to announce the Summer 2016 issue of 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…
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