Summer Bruschetta: Roasted/Grilled Summer Squash, Eggplant, Red Onion, Garlic, Tomato Vinaigrette, Truffled Goat Cheese Powder, Micro-Arugula. Photo: Yvonne Rew-Falk. Ulterior Restaurant and Bar, the brick and mortar collaboration between LionFish SupperClub and MOTIV nightclub, is now open five days a week for your dining pleasure! Let's take a look at their new summer menu, which has…
The Corned Beef Hash at Besaw's. Photo: Besaw's Facebook It’s no secret that brunch is Portland’s favorite meal. There is even a skit about it on Portlandia! Why do we line up to tuck into breakfast foods at all hours (so worth it)? Farm-to-table goodness, the highest quality fair trade coffee roasters, a variety…
Photo by Bob McClenahan. Courtesy of Visit Napa Valley. Napa Valley is intoxicating. The wine, the food, the countryside, the wine… Ah, you can almost hear the grapes ripening in the sun this time of year. Napa Valley is undoubtedly the ultimate escape for any wine lover, whether you’re an expert or a novice. Summer…
Photo by Madeline Churm On a misty afternoon, I went out for happy hour at Brickhouse. The yellow paneling lining the windows and the cobblestone sidewalk surrounding the restaurant made me feel like I was in Europe for the afternoon, which is never a bad feeling. But I was here for more than just admiration…
Fish and Chips at The Phoenix. Photo: The Phoenix Facebook Where To Eat Guide & Associates is pleased to announce the Summer 2016 issue of the Where To Eat Guide in Central Oregon, available now at most Central Oregon hotels, Roberts Field Redmond Airport, Visit Bend, Central Oregon Visitors Association and the High Desert Museum. This…
Portland's creative side takes center stage this August as the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology, better known as PFCAT, returns for its biggest festival yet. Running August 18 through 23, 2026 at OMSI, PFCAT brings together independent filmmakers, animators, artists and audiences for six days of screenings, conversations, immersive experiences and a closer look at where storytelling is Continue Reading
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