Ristretto and the Steampunk, the Closing of One Door and the Opening of Another

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Every so often in life you come across two people who just seem to belong together. That is the case with author Nancy Rommelmann and Ristretto Roasters owner Din Johnson. She is a powerhouse of enthusiastic energy, always up for new adventures, … [Read more...]

Coffee Guide: Ristretto Roasters

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Din Johnson is a risk taker. When Ristretto Roasters first opened in late 2005, in a tiny slice of a spot on very un-hip NE 42nd Ave near Fremont St, there were whispers of, “Who are these outsiders who aren’t from the Portland coffee scene? … [Read more...]

Star Chefs Adding Three New Categories to Portland’s Rising Stars Awards

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On October 10th, the Rising Star Awards were announced by StarChefs.com. The attention was surprising, because they have never paid attention to Portland before. Now it seems they have been won over by our culinary scene. After spending some time … [Read more...]