The Marukin Portland SE Ankeny location has been pushed back to April 1st Marukin's Portland location on SE Ankeny next to Nong's Khao Man Gai, has been gearing up for their grand opening with daily lunch service for the past two weeks. However, they announced today that the projected March 18th grand opening date has actually been pushed back until April 1st, "as the Marukin … [Read more...] about Marukin Portland Opening Delayed
Le Pigeon to Eliminate Tipping
The owners of Portland's Le Pigeon announced today that they will eliminate tipping This follows close on the heels of the changes in tipping at Park Kitchen and Bent Brick that were announced last month. In the Le Pigeon model, tipping will be eliminated and replaced by an increase in prices. Because diners won't be able to give feedback through their tips, Pigeon will be … [Read more...] about Le Pigeon to Eliminate Tipping
The Hairy Lobster Opens on Jamison Square
The Hairy Lobster has opened in the old Fenouil/Jamison building on the Jamison square, complete with a website without an address on the home page. Must be under the reservations tab... no, that doesn't do anything. It's hidden under "Contact": 900 NW 11th Avenue in Portland 97209. Following the inscrutable website theme, appetizers are listed under "Water". It's not clever, … [Read more...] about The Hairy Lobster Opens on Jamison Square
Portland Falls Short on 2016 James Beard Nominations
The James Beard Foundation is once again stretching their yearly awards program to get as much publicity as possible. A press release this week lists the 2016 finalists. Only three Portland authors/chefs/restaurants have been retained from the original list of 18 local semi-finalists. The winners will be announced on May 2nd.American Cooking Book AwardJackie and Adam … [Read more...] about Portland Falls Short on 2016 James Beard Nominations
Equinox Restaurant Closing March 27th
After 13 years of business, Equinox Restaurant and Bar will close on March 27th.Dear loyal patrons,Equinox Restaurant and Bar will be closing its doors on Sunday, March 27th, 2016. Inside of nearly 13 years, and having been one of the first full service restaurants in the North Mississippi Historic District, we have been very fortunate to have made so many great … [Read more...] about Equinox Restaurant Closing March 27th