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Reader Survey 2012: Best Lebanese Restaurant in Portland

June 6, 2012 by PDX Food Dude 12 Comments

Nicholas

In 2011, the ranking for Best Lebanese in Portland went Nicholas, Ya Hala, Karam. Generally a bargain in this tight economy, these restaurants seem to be prospering. This year there have been few changes, though the separation between restaurants has changed. Nicholas has lost a little ground, Ya Hala gained, Karam has dropped by a huge percentage - perhaps the high prices are … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2012: Best Lebanese Restaurant in Portland

Reader Survey 2012: Best Indian in Portland

June 6, 2012 by PDX Food Dude 22 Comments

Tandori Prawns @ Vindalho

Indian food is incredibly varied and complex. It is also one of my favorite foods, and I've been wishing we had more choices in Portland. The recently opened Bollywood Theater has helped fill the void with good options at very affordable prices, jumping to #3 on the list after only being in business for a few months. Vindalho and East India Company have swapped; I'm guessing … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2012: Best Indian in Portland

Reader Survey 2012: Best Coffeehouse in Portland

June 5, 2012 by PDX Food Dude 7 Comments

Ristretto N Williams

I thought it would be interesting this year to break coffee into two categories - Best Coffeehouse and Best Roaster. Stumptown is known for roasting and I thought they would do pretty well in both categories, especially with 5 stores, but that isn't the case. Let's look at the results: 752 votes cast:1. Ristretto Roasters - 16.2% of the vote. Our review2181 NW Nicolai … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2012: Best Coffeehouse in Portland

Starbucks Buys “La Boulange”

June 5, 2012 by PDX Food Dude 6 Comments

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Starbucks has made a $100 million dollar cash deal to buy a small bakery chain in San Francisco. Here is part of the press release: SEATTLE, June 04, 2012 - Responding to customer demand for more wholesome and delicious food options, Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire San Francisco-based Bay Bread, … [Read more...] about Starbucks Buys “La Boulange”

Reader Survey 2012: Best Coffee Roaster in Portland

June 5, 2012 by PDX Food Dude 22 Comments

A new category this year - roaster. You'll find Best Coffeehouse here.I was floored by these results. The relatively new Ristretto Roasters came out of nowhere to take first place, edging out Stumptown Coffee.Out of 736 votes cast: 1. Ristretto Roasters – 27.9% of the vote . Our review2181 NW Nicolai St., Portland 97210 Map 3808 N Williams Ave, Portland … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2012: Best Coffee Roaster in Portland

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