PDX Food Dude

Interesting news today from Timothy Nishimoto of Coppia Restaurant.Former Owner to Remain as Consultant, New Owner to Carry Torch Portland, Oregon; December 16, 2014: After almost ten years as owners of Coppia Restaurant & Wine Bar (opened in the Pearl District as Vino Paradiso, in 2005, and re-branded as Coppia in 2011 to focus on the cuisine of Piedmont, Italy), … [Read more...] about Coppia Keeps Concept, Focus, Changes Ownership

The owner of Portland institution Veritable Quandary is upset about the proposed Multnomah County courthouse which would be located on SW Naito Parkway. The owner is concerned that, because the new building would take over the land that he leases including the the patio and adjacent green space, he would lose the most valuable parts of his business - not to mention the chaos … [Read more...] about New Multnomah County Courthouse may Jeopardize Landmark Restaurant

Sad news - Two Tarts Bakery announced today that they are closing their retail store on NW Kearney at 23rd. Good news - they will still be offering their delicious cookies at Portland Farmers Market. You may not be familiar with them, but have probably seen jars of the little treats at various coffeehouses around town. You may have read my review here.Here is the press … [Read more...] about Two Tarts Closes Retail Bakery

Well now, I've heard of this in other cities, but as far as I know, this is new for Portland:From the DOC restaurant menu: A 3% health and wellness charge will be added to each check to provide health insurance and living wages for all our staff. Thank you!And from Nonna: a 5% health and wellness charge will be added to each check to provide health insurance for all of … [Read more...] about Portland Restaurants Add “Health & Wellness” Charge

Not work safe (swearing)http://youtu.be/DeQqe0oj5Ls … [Read more...] about Because it’s Friday – John Oliver on Pumpkin Spice Flavoring