Where can you get the best Chinese food in Portland? The state of Chinese cuisine has improved greatly over the past few years. As recently as 2015, I complained about the lack of good Chinese restaurant options, but a spate of new openings has made a big difference. There is, of course, room for improvement, but we are slowly getting there. So here are the results for the … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Chinese Restaurant in Portland
Reader Survey 2017: Best Italian Restaurant in Portland
What restaurant has the best Italian food in Portland? I was curious how this survey question was going to come out, as we've had a steady increase in Italian restaurants over the years. Looking back at older surveys shows the trend away from simply serving a Caesar salad and a bunch of pasta has reached maturity, and Tuscan influence is on almost every menu. Putting together … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Italian Restaurant in Portland
Overflowing with Apples? Recycle Them for Charity
PDX Apple Recycling runs August through October to benefit Oregon Wild Judging for the apples rolling down the gutters, we have a good crop this year. Have more than you need? Recycle your apples with Portland Cider Company. CLACKAMAS, Ore. – August 11, 2017 – Portland Cider Company has announced details for its second annual PDX Apple Recycling, a program that collects … [Read more...] about Overflowing with Apples? Recycle Them for Charity
Reader Survey 2017: Best Barbecue in Portland
It is one of the most polarizing foods, but the majority of you have a strong opinion on the Best Barbecue in Portland While Podnah's Pit has easily topped your list for many years, more competitors have opened and they are starting to make inroads on the king. The top three choices stand significantly above the others. Podnah's has dropped by 8% since 2015 - not that this has … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Barbecue in Portland
Mint / 820 Lounge Closes for Good
Mint/820 Restaurant, one of the foundations of the modern Portland cocktail scene has closed. As reported by Eater, the bar/restaurant ended its run this week.Founder Lucy Brennan who started out at Saucebox in 1995, opened Mint in 2001 followed by 820 Lounge next door in 2003. Her influence lighted a fire under the Portland cocktail revolution from what was then an iffy … [Read more...] about Mint / 820 Lounge Closes for Good