Beer is not my strong point. I can find my way through a wine or cocktail list without too many problems, but am usually lost when I am craving a beer. Now, a new smart phone application called SipSnapp helps guide you through the process of choosing a beer you will like from the list of available options.The app accesses your camera to snap a photo of the beer list on any … [Read more...] about SipSnapp Guides You Through Beer Lists
SipSnapp Guides You Through Beer Lists
Dolan Lane to Meriwether’s, Scandal, Subway Damage Control
Chef Dolan Lane, most recently executive chef at Bluehour, has landed at Meriwether's restaurant: 2601 NW Vaughn in Portland. I am told that "he has already changed the menu to reflect their farm ethos". Meriwether's, which has been around since 2003, is known for a really nice space and lovely back patio.Another tip says that Acapulco Mexican Restaurant y Cantina has … [Read more...] about Dolan Lane to Meriwether’s, Scandal, Subway Damage Control
Goodby Produce Row Cafe
Alan Davis, owner of the Produce Row Cafe, announced this morning that the cafe will close permanently tonight. It is with a heavy heart that we close Produce Row today for an indefinite hiatus. We understand this is a surprise for many and please know that we could not be more grateful for all of your support over the last 40 years. Our hours today are 11AM-2AM and we hope … [Read more...] about Goodby Produce Row Cafe
Finishing up on News for August 2014 – Mondok, Le Vieux, Kukai Ramen
Oy. This bit of news makes me cringe: "It’s electricity à la mode. Diners are now offered a portable cell phone charger as part of the 15-course tasting menu served by Philadelphia restaurant Volvér, which is owned by chef Jose Garces. The charger is delivered on a small silver platter by wait staff between the sardine and live scallop course. The restaurant calls their … [Read more...] about Finishing up on News for August 2014 – Mondok, Le Vieux, Kukai Ramen
Catching Up – Bits of Portland Restaurant News
On the recent fig story, a commenter asks, "I am looking to find a place I can go and u pick some figs? I work in a Alzheimer’s facility and my residents loved the figs we got last year. They brought back so many memories for them when they where children. Last year we had a nursery donate a couple of boxes to us… Except this year they had to cut down their trees so they could … [Read more...] about Catching Up – Bits of Portland Restaurant News