Once again a long list of semifinalists has been announced by the James Beard Foundation. Portland will host the announcement of the nominees of the 2011 James Beard Awards on Monday, March 21st, 2011 at an invitation-only press luncheon at the Oregon Culinary Institute. This is the day after a benefit fundraiser dinner at the Multnomah Athletic Club featuring past and present … [Read more...] about James Beard Awards Semifinalists Announced for 2011
Chris Israel
Washington Post Raves About Portland Restaurants
The Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema recently paid a visit to Portland and has nothing but raves about our food scene. On the face of it, Portland, Ore., shouldn't be one of the best places in the country to dine.Unlike New Orleans or San Francisco or Chicago, Portland doesn't claim any classic dishes. The ethnic presence in this city of nearly 600,000 people is … [Read more...] about Washington Post Raves About Portland Restaurants
Northern European Food Fills Vacancy in PDX Cuisine
A few months ago, the rumors of Chris Israel opening a Northern European restaurant were validated, with the announcement of Grüner, which means "greener" in German. Now comes the first official news.The restaurant will be located at 537 SW 12th Ave, downtown. From the Grüner press-release: "Grüner is an adventure through the Alps and along the Danube River which begins in … [Read more...] about Northern European Food Fills Vacancy in PDX Cuisine
Chris Israel Out at 23Hoyt
Chef Chris Israel is leaving 23Hoyt to be replaced by Aaron Barnett On Aug. 23, Chris Israel will spend his last day as executive chef at 23Hoyt restaurant, which under his leadership hit its peak this year, and Saucebox, where he has increasingly played a minor role."I liked 23Hoyt when Chris was at the helm, but haven't been impressed lately by Saucebox. Chris will be … [Read more...] about Chris Israel Out at 23Hoyt
Review: Saucebox
Note: 2014 - if a recent happy hour visit is any indication of what is going on in the restaurant, my rating would drop to 1 star. We tried five dishes and were served what can only be described as some of the worst food I've had in a Portland restaurant. Pad thai with the texture of baby food. Spring rolls that were worse than something you'd find in the freezer case of your … [Read more...] about Review: Saucebox