Category Archives: Portland

Behind the Bar: Portland’s Ultimate Cocktail – Pine Oil Heaven

  On a recent trip to Portland I stopped in at Ración for some food and cocktails. Ración occupies a beautiful space in the west end of downtown and showcases an amazing open kitchen and bar. In addition to the bar being alluring, it is also fully stocked with beautiful and inventive cocktails. On this…
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Portland Legend Steve Smith Passes Away at 65

The Where to Eat Guide team mourns the passing of Portland beverage legend Steven Smith, co-founder of Tazo Tea and force behind Stash Tea Co. and Steven Smith Teamaker.  Mr. Smith is remembered as a visionary in the specialty beverage market, singlehandedly revolutionizing the tea experience for consumers far beyond the Pacific Northwest.  Starbucks acquired…
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Palate Pleaser: The Parish

A parish is a county. According to co-owner Tobias Hogan, he and his business partner Ethan Powell called their Pearl District Cajun eatery The Parish (231 NW 11th Ave.)  - one of the best places in town to enjoy oysters - because they wanted their guests to feel at home. The pair operate two Cajun…
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This Just In: Kell’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Is Going To Be Epic

Kells Irish Festival celebrates Irish heritage with live music, dancing, food and kids activities at two locations PORTLAND, Ore. – Thousands of locals and expats will partake in live music, traditional dancing and Irish food and libations at the 24th annual Kells St. Patrick’s Day Festival. The Northwest’s largest St Patrick’s Day event will run for…
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