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As you may know, we have a large database of restaurants that offer patio dining. Now many of you are opening new ones. The database gets hundreds of thousands of views during the summer months and I will be reopening the improved version next week! Since many restaurants are offering outdoor dining for…
Pok Pok closing all locations except the original restaurant. The original restauratn opened as a walk-up window in about 2005. At the time I said, “It was a chilly night, and I felt like the fox that had gotten into the chicken coop. Crispy, crackly chicken skin gave gently under my teeth releasing…
The chain announced the closures on Facebook today Among the constant dribble of permanent restaurant closures since the pandemic started, Blue Star Donuts has added their name. Here is the statement from Facebook. Dearest donut loves,Heavy hearts all around, again, as we share the news of some additional closures in the Blue Star…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 3, 2020) – Today the U.S. Senate passed the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act by unanimous consent. The bill will now go to the president for his signature. The Act includes several improvements the Association has been pursuing that will improve the PPP for use by restaurants, including: Extending the…
If you, as a restaurant owner has gotten this message, don’t panic. PBOT sent out the following email to restaurants with sidewalk cafe permits: Hi 2020 Sidewalk Café Permit Holder, Thank you so much for your patience while we are navigating all county, state, and national COVID-19 guidelines regarding the City of Portland…
Food Celebration Feast Portland has been canceled this year. Over the years, not only has Feast brought in millions of dollars in tourism but according to their website, has raised over $520,000 to their causes, most recently Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon and Urban Gleaners. Feast is a key strategic partner to tourism,…
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This list of restaurants in the Portland Metro area closed due to Covid. It will be updated regularly. In the order of most recent closures first. Note that I don’t normally link to Facebook (FB) or Instagram sites because I just end up with a broken link…
A complete list of distilleries open to the public in the Portland area. Updated 9/20 – Removed House Spirits, updated Westward Whiskey. Misc. updates, new details. Keep in mind that due to Covid-19, hours/tours/tastings/etc. may have changed. Check before you go. Portland is a mecca for micro-brews,…
We’ve all seen expensive tonic waters in the grocery store, but are they worth the price? 1/2021 – Fentimans is back, but stay far away. Over the years many people have asked me what are the best tonic waters, and if they are worth the cost. Last…
A Guide to Great Portland Coffee Portland has a collective passion for coffee that’s borderline obsessive. It is easy to find beans freshly roasted to your tastes here, as well as that velvety ambrosia known as a properly made cappuccino. While we won’t claim Portland is the…
Best Coconut Waters Updated 1/2021 – mostly prices with a few new impressions. What are the best coconut waters? Judging by the amount of shelf space devoted to them in grocery stores, coconut water is a popular item. Not being a huge fan of the fruit, I…
Our complete guide to Portland’s Best Bakeries (Last updated: 1.20. By Lizzy Caston and Food Dude) Portland is well-known for great beers, coffee, and quality European style artisan bread, yet we also boast a very large choice of sweet shops, patisseries, chocolate purveyors and chocolatiers. For visitors…