This announcement from Governor Kate Brown today: Salem, OR—Governor Kate Brown today announced new measures to flatten the curve of coronavirus transmission in Oregon, including new orders and guidance on social distancing, an agreement for the Portland metro hospital system to coordinate resources and increase capacity, activation of the state's Unified Command emergency … [Read more...] about Oregon Restaurants and Bars limited to Takeout, Delivery Only
Oregon Restaurants and Bars limited to Takeout, Delivery Only
COVID-19 Impacts Oregon Restaurant Community
For a week my PR inbox has been filling with restaurants announcing increased sanitation and reassurance that they are following all the recommended steps for preventing the spread of COVID-19. There was even one that seemed to me, rather tone-deaf, which used math to downplay the entire threat.I can't imagine what it is like running a small business where folks tend to … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Impacts Oregon Restaurant Community
Coffee Guide: Lionheart Coffee
Lionheart is the best coffee in the Beaverton/Hillsboro area. Last year I was driving back from an early hike at Cooper Mountain in far SW Beaverton when Lionheart Coffee caught my eye and I stopped in. To my surprise, they had a 6.oz cappuccino - a rarity in the area, and even better, it was the best I have had on the west side. In late 2019 the coffeehouse opened a second … [Read more...] about Coffee Guide: Lionheart Coffee
James Beard Foundation Postpones 2020 Awards
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION REGARDING THE 2020 AWARDS AND COVID-19 The James Beard Foundation is acutely aware of the health and safety concerns surrounding the current COVID-19 pandemic. We are also mindful of how this virus is negatively impacting the hospitality industry at large, both from a well-being and economic standpoint. As such, our … [Read more...] about James Beard Foundation Postpones 2020 Awards
Zapapizza RIP
Restaurateur Nick Zukin has thrown in the towel on Zapapizza, which featured pan pizza with Mexican toppings.I have heard Zapapizza was good, and am a bit embarrassed I never visited the restaurant. It was on a street I don't happen down very often, and I pretty much forgot about it. Best of luck to Nick and his employees.Here is the Facebook announcement which is … [Read more...] about Zapapizza RIP