When I went to look a the results for the best wine bar in Portland from previous years, I was surprised to find that I’ve never asked this question before. We have an international reputation for pinot noir and pino gris, and thousands of people come here every year to visit our wine …

The rumor I mentioned back on February 6nd has come true. Blue Star Donuts has expanded to Japan. Here’s the official press release –Partnership with Fred Segal takes Portland’s favorite donut to the international stage PORTLAND, Ore. (Apr. 15, 2015) – On Friday, April 17, Blue Star Donuts will begin offering its artisan donuts in …

As was the case last year, the vote for the Best Indian Restaurant in Portland is so lopsided, it’s hardly a contest. No snub intended; the winner has three big things going for it: two locations, low prices and excellent food. This year I thought I would show the top five choices instead of the …

It is always sad to see a restaurant close, but some we miss more than others. Here are the restaurants which have closed over the last 18 months or so that PortlandFoodandDrink readers miss the most:1300 mourners voted –Wildwood – 21% of the vote Produce Row Cafe Boxer Sushi Genoa Ping Gilt Club Mextiza Sauvage at Fausse Piste Via Tribunali DiPrima DolciI …

Voting has ended for the 2015 wine haiku contest, and we have a clear winner. With 33% of the vote, Miles takes the prize:  Mute crystal balls hang, Tendrils, clusters, shimmering, Vineyard chandelier  Runner up with 24%: work day is over pour a glass of pinot noir let your troubles go  Thank you so much to everyone who took the time to …

Just in time for the 2015 Craft Brewers Conference, the survey results for the Best Beer Bar in Portland are in! This year we see the usual suspects; just the order has changed. I’m glad to see Horse Brass on top, and am happy to see relative newcomer Stammtisch make the list.1190 votes …