Portland Oregon Food and Drink
Throwing Ourselves On The Grenade of Bad Food to Save You
From the press release - Yes, its true. Six long years away from the stove. Why, you ask? Well, I turned 43 in October and started contemplating life. I realized that since I stepped out of my role as Chef, I have been literally wandering … [Read more...]
There is a new chef at the Brasserie Montmartre. Chef Johnny Nudd will lead the kitchen beginning July 24th. From the press release - “Talented yet humble, and with experience in San Francisco, New York, and Europe, Chef Johnny is the kind of … [Read more...]
As happened in 2010 and 2011, Nostrana wins by a large majority for Portland's Best Italian Food. The separation between the second group is pretty close, so I listed a few. Last year Genoa was 2nd, so Tabla has moved up. 732 votes were cast. I think … [Read more...]
The 2012 results will be posted shortly! Here are the results of the reader survey of the best restaurants in Portland. The total number of votes was a bit daunting, but I narrowed them down to a group which stood far above the rest. Within each … [Read more...]
This question was suggested by a reader, and added at the last-minute. I think it was a good idea, and was interested to see which restaurants placed on top of the pack. Here are the results. Out of 490 votes cast: Metrovino -20% of the … [Read more...]
I split this category into two parts: restaurant desserts, and places that primarily serve desserts. Out of 924 votes: Restaurants were a fairly tight vote: Paley’s Place – I agree. 1204 Northwest 21st Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map … [Read more...]
Buried in a press release from Tabla yesterday was this note: "we are very excited to have Pastry Chef Jeff McCarthy here at Tabla. After the closure of Ten 01, Jeff took a bit of time off and then decided to come over to the east side to Tabla. … [Read more...]
