The Portland Business Journal broke the news today that P.F. Chang's in the Pearl District has closed their doors. The corporate website says "We’re sorry to announce that as of October 28th our doors are closed at this location. Please visit one of our nearby restaurants".According to the Journal, "The retail vacancy rate for the central city area, including the Pearl … [Read more...] about P.F. Chang’s Closes Pearl District Store. What will we do?!!
P.F. Chang’s Closes Pearl District Store. What will we do?!!
Reddit Portlandia Style: “How to keep local sous chefs from harvesting on your property”
This is one of the best things I've read in a while. On Reddit Portland, a poster asks: How do you keep local sous chefs from harvesting urban edibles on your property? "I have tried posting signs, yet they still seem to find a way into my yard to harvest everything from nettles and catmint to borage and grape leaves. I even built a six-foot tall fence, but they are still … [Read more...] about Reddit Portlandia Style: “How to keep local sous chefs from harvesting on your property”
Reader Survey 2013: Best Bar in Portland
I had no idea what to expect in the Best Bar in Portland category but I can't argue with the results, as I frequent all three. Clearly many of you appreciate well crafted cocktails. This is the last question in the 2013 poll.746 votes were cast:Teardrop Lounge – 13% of the total vote. 1015 NW Everett St., Portland, OR 97209. Map (503) 445-8019 Rum Club - 11%. 720 SE … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Bar in Portland
Reader Survey 2013: Best Beer Bar in Portland
The results have shuffled in the 2013 vote for Best Beer Bar in Portland Oregon. When I was in college, a nearby restaurant which went by the unfortunate nickname of "The Refectory" which was immediately renamed "The Rat Factory" by students - for good reason, had a list of 150 beers (I think that was the number). When I turned 21 I managed to make it through the list in six … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2013: Best Beer Bar in Portland
Pok Pok New York Adds Camera – Customers Can View Line
Pok Pok NY has a reputation for a long wait, but that isn't always the case. The enterprising Andy Ricker has added a video camera with a live feed to their website, so that customers can check online. Not only that, but when there is a line, the current average wait time will be displayed. I wish he had that in Portland!Here's the press release: Dear friends and … [Read more...] about Pok Pok New York Adds Camera – Customers Can View Line