<updated>From one of the owners of Gallo Nero, which is going into the old Mr. Jolly's/Nostro Cafe space at the Elizabeth condominiums in the Pearl District - Thank you for the interest in Gallo Nero. I'm posting to give you information on what is happening in the old Mr. Jolly's space (actually renamed Nostro Cafe most recently under the same ownership). I and my … [Read more...] about More Information on Gallo Nero in the Elizabeth Bldg.
Archives for March 2012
Is the Entrée Dead?
This story from Esquire caught my eye, The Death of the Entrée. Perhaps I should mention this is a story I bookmarked in October of 2011. Maybe it's because I haven't had anything to drink tonight, but I thought the story would be worth some conversation. Anyway, the premise is that the entrée is cliché, that no one really cares anymore, and that what we'd rather have is lots … [Read more...] about Is the Entrée Dead?
More March News for Portland Restaurants
I forgot this news - Trent Pierce of Fin fame has announced that he will be doing "sneak peek dinners" which will feature dishes from his "new seafood concept" which will open later this year. Trent Pierce and partner Benjamin Blank are looking for a space in the Pearl for the new place. I posted the press release a week ago, but if you missed it, you can read the rest of the … [Read more...] about More March News for Portland Restaurants
Goodbye Mr. Jolly’s, Hello Gallo Nero Bistro
The "Infusion Investment Group" has filed a liquor license permit for the space recently vacated at 903 N.W. Everett St., on the southest corner of the Elizabeth condominiums in the Pearl District. Most recently it housed Mr. Jolly's Coffee Bar.The investment group was established in 2009; other than that, I was unable to find any more information. However, a tipster tells … [Read more...] about Goodbye Mr. Jolly’s, Hello Gallo Nero Bistro
Catching Up on Food News for March
Back from vacation to the Bay Area. A word to the wise; if you are driving down alone, the gas will cost 3x more than a plane ticket. I expected that, but still - $350, and my car is not a gas guzzler.While there, I enjoyed the food at many places, Chez Panisse downstairs being the highlight. I've been thinking about the meal and its differences from Portland food ever … [Read more...] about Catching Up on Food News for March