Portland Oregon Food and Drink
Throwing Ourselves On The Grenade of Bad Food to Save You
By Ken Collura As a professional wine buyer and an active consumer, I'm inundated with ratings. Each major wine publication has seemingly hundreds of them each month. If that wasn't enough, they're encountered in big, bold numerals everywhere … [Read more...]
Another popular article from the past, by Ken Collura Have you ever tried Coca-Cola with a steak? Or coffee? How about a margarita? Each of these beverages can be seen accompanying steaks around town on a nightly basis. I know that everyone has … [Read more...]
Another oldie but goodie from the archives. Food Dude Article #9 (Wine Paraphernalia) By Ken Collura I've never cared for the term "Wine Collector." To my way of thinking, a collection is something that has been passionately assembled, shined … [Read more...]
Here are some photos of the Granville Island Public Market in Vancouver BC to accompany Ken Collura's Story. As you can see, it is quite an interesting place to while away a morning. Click on the pictures to expand them. … [Read more...]
Have you ever dreamt about a certain kind of food? Not necessarily a dream while sleeping, but more of a daydream that repeatedly encompasses your thoughts. I've recently had such a recurring dream about Japanese ramen, and the dreams were about the … [Read more...]
Food Dude Article #10 By Ken Collura Every year, I try to assess the goals I've set for myself as a sommelier and whether they are being achieved. I know most people do this around New Year's Day, but August is just as good. So now is the time … [Read more...]
By Ken Collura Introduction: I work the floor as a sommelier/manager in a busy restaurant five nights a week and try to dine out on at least one of my days off, so I’ve written this piece from the perspective of someone who has been an active … [Read more...]
