The James Beard Foundation has announced the 2020/2021 event will celebrate previously announced honorees and nominees. This is after the foundation had already released its list of 2020 semi-finalists.At first, the foundation announced the award finalists and scheduled the announcement of winners to May, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the awards. When the … [Read more...] about James Beard Foundation Will Not Name Winners for 2020/2021
James Beard Foundation Will Not Name Winners for 2020/2021
Aviary Closing Permanently August 29th
Aviary, one of Portland's best restaurants, has announced they will be closing.The announcement on Facebook is short - "Aviary’s last day of service will be Saturday, August 29th. Thank you all for the support and friendship these past 9+ years."This news surprises me; Aviary has two outdoor dining areas and has been making a strong effort to provide both take-out and … [Read more...] about Aviary Closing Permanently August 29th
Yakuza Lounge Closing to be Replaced by Ichiza Kitchen
Yakuza is closing, but will live on elsewhere as "Yakuza Ghost Kitchen".From their news release -This year has brought some pretty extreme changes to us all. While some have been harder than others to swallow, we are excited to announce one change that is much more delicious. Starting September 1st, Yakuza Izakaya will be handing over the keys to its long time home … [Read more...] about Yakuza Lounge Closing to be Replaced by Ichiza Kitchen
Ruby Jewel Moves Away from Scooping Ice Cream
Ruby Jewel, the popular Portland Ice Cream Store Switches to Ice Cream Sandwiches Only. I am sad to say after 10 years of scooping ice cream in PDX, we are now turning into an ice cream sandwich ONLY shop! But, at the same time excited about the new plan. RUBY JEWEL LAUNCHES “JEWELS & GEMS” -CUSTOM DIPPED & ROLLED ICE CREAM SANDWICHES- With a narrowed focus on Ice … [Read more...] about Ruby Jewel Moves Away from Scooping Ice Cream
OCI – Oregon Culinary Institute Closing Permanently
According to OregonLive, The Oregon Culinary Institute along with some of the Pioneer Pacific college facilities are closing permanently. [Updated with OCI statement 7.22]The culinary institute had culinary programs ranging from a Hospitality Management AOS degrees at $32,850, a Culinary Arts Diploma for $18,405, Baking & Pastry - Hospitality Management Degree for … [Read more...] about OCI – Oregon Culinary Institute Closing Permanently