Ever since Powell's closed their books for cooks store on SE Hawthorne, I've been hoping someone would step up to replace it. Now it is happening. Vivienne Kitchen & Pantry is transforming into Portland's culinary bookstore and more. Many of you may know Vivienne Bakery, which opened in 2016. Now they are in the process of retooling, to open in late-October as a "Kitchen … [Read more...] about Vivienne Bakery Rebrands – Opening as Vivienne Kitchen & Pantry
Ever Popular Rogue Creamery Blue Cheese “2020 Best Cheese in the World” Now Available
In 2019/2020 this Rogue Creamery Blue Cheese won “Best Cheese in the World” out of 3,800 judged at a competition in Bergamo, Italy. It immediately sold out. Now the 2021 version is available. I have a confession. I start watching local cheese cases in the early fall, knowing Rogue Creamery Blue Cheese, 2020/2021 winner of “Best Cheese in the World” is due to be released. Now … [Read more...] about Ever Popular Rogue Creamery Blue Cheese “2020 Best Cheese in the World” Now Available
Please Help the Chesa’s of Ataula, 180Xurros and Masia Rebuild Their Home
You may not have heard what is going on with the Chesa's, but they have had an unimaginably bad series of events happen since 2020. Here is a post from gofundme.com from Sarah Marshall. These are good people, and if you can possibly afford it, please do what you can. Here is the information from the website: Sarah Marshall is organizing this fundraiser for Jose Chesa and … [Read more...] about Please Help the Chesa’s of Ataula, 180Xurros and Masia Rebuild Their Home
Beginning Friday, Aug. 13, all people in Multnomah County will be required to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.
August 9, 2021 Beginning Friday, Aug. 13, all people in Multnomah County will be required to wear a mask in indoor public spaces. Masks will be required, regardless of vaccination status, for all people 5 and older (2 years and older if tolerated). Video of Multnomah County issues executive order mandating masks in public indoor spaces Chair Deborah Kafoury this week will … [Read more...] about Beginning Friday, Aug. 13, all people in Multnomah County will be required to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.
Goodbye Mom – Paley’s Place Revisited
Note: Paley's Place is permanently closing November 28, 2021.Now and then I'm so inspired by a meal, I want to write about it. This is one of those times. But it is also a goodbye to my mother who died a few months ago. If you'd like you can skip directly to the review by clicking here.I have an immigrant friend whose life has been a long journey over a short time. It … [Read more...] about Goodbye Mom – Paley’s Place Revisited