The Oregonian says that Grüner, the Alpine restaurant is closing at the end of 2015.Opened in 2009 by Chris Israel of Zefiro fame, Grüner isn’t a “German” restaurant, nor does it bill itself as such; rather it is Alpine, a vast region that includes pieces of France, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Slovenia, Hungary, and even a bit of Balkan and Mediterranean influences. All … [Read more...] about Grüner Closing, OX Crew Moving In
Grüner Closing, OX Crew Moving In
Travel & Leisure Magazine Lists Portland’s Best Bakeries
Travel and Leisure Magazine has released a list of "Portland's Five Best Bakeries". Their selections:Lauretta Jean's Roman Candle Baking Co. Little T Baker Grand Central Bakery Ken's Artisan BakeryOur 2015 Reader Survey for Best Bakery places Little T Baker as number one, with Ken's Artisan and Grand Central also making the list. I like everything about … [Read more...] about Travel & Leisure Magazine Lists Portland’s Best Bakeries
World Health Org. – Processed Meats Correlated with Cancer
It's time to dump your bacon stock portfolio! The World Health Organization released a study today which says processed meats increase the risk of colorectal cancer. It get's worse: they also say that red meats including beef, veal, pork, goat and lamb are "probably carcinogenic". Processed meat refers to meat that transformed through salting, curing, fermentation, smoking, or … [Read more...] about World Health Org. – Processed Meats Correlated with Cancer
Every Day Wine Sold
Beth Boston over at Every Day Wine on NE Alberta Street has announced that after, more than 12 years, she has sold the business:For more than 12 years now, I have opened the doors to Every Day Wine and you have trusted and supported me with great kindness and generosity along the way. Wine may have been the impetus, but the friendships built the community and were the … [Read more...] about Every Day Wine Sold
Hall Street Grill Closing for Renovation, Thanksgiving Events, and Etiquette Classes
A quick note today from Hall Street Grill in Beaverton. The restaurant will be closed for renovation from October 25th - November 1st, reopening November 2nd.El Gaucho seems to think some people have lost their manners, and are going to be offering a series of blog posts and classes covering various aspects of dining etiquette:Restaurant 101 Table Manners … [Read more...] about Hall Street Grill Closing for Renovation, Thanksgiving Events, and Etiquette Classes