The Judging is Complete for the 2010 Beer Haiku Contest There were some great entries in the Sagebrush Classic Feast beer haiku contest this year. Unfortunately, the judges have to narrow them down to one winner. Thanks to everyone for their entries! I wish I had a prize for all of you.Here are the judge's top entries: The winning entry is by Rachel: Pour the twilight … [Read more...] about 2010 Beer Haiku Winner
Review: Paley’s Place
This review is now out of date. You'll find a new complete review here.I will admit upfront that through a series of events over the years I have an emotional tie to Paley’s Place. On my first meal in 1996, we had barely sat down when the gentleman at the next table caught my eye. “You simply must try our wine,” he said proffering the bottle. “It is our 40th anniversary … [Read more...] about Review: Paley’s Place
Naomi Pomeroy To Appear on Iron Chef
Naomi Pomeroy of Beast restaurant will appear on Iron Chef Show on June 27th 2010. Naomi has been quite busy lately. Her press release which was issued last week has all the details, plus information on various magazine articles she will be appearing in. TelevisonWe don't watch Television... But apparently that doesn't mean you can't BE on Television.THIS SUNDAY JUNE … [Read more...] about Naomi Pomeroy To Appear on Iron Chef
Spaghetti Crop Forcast
In 1957, the BBC ran what is considered by many to be one of the greatest April Fools jokes of all times It was a report on the Swiss spaghetti harvest. Back in those days, many people weren't familiar with pasta, and knew nothing about how it was made. According to the Museum of Hoaxes, "Huge numbers of viewers were taken in. Many called the BBC wanting to know how they … [Read more...] about Spaghetti Crop Forcast
“Fin Restaurant” to Open in Former Sel Gris Space
Former Sel Gris owner Joan Dumas has partnered with Daniel Mondok's former sous-chef Trent Pierce to open a seafood concept called "Fin". The restaurant in the old Sel Gris space at 1852 SE Hawthorne will be reopening shortly. As usual for a new restaurant, Trent has already hired away staff from other Portland chefs, so it seems close to launch. Joan has registered the domain … [Read more...] about “Fin Restaurant” to Open in Former Sel Gris Space