Author Paul Gerald has decided not to update his popular Breakfast in Bridgetown guide beyond the current 2014 edition. It's no secret that I have always been a fan of his style of writing - unpretentious and humble, happy to point out his weaknesses rather than try to BS us into thinking he knows more than he does. In my opinion he has written some of the best, most readable … [Read more...] about Author Paul Gerald Ending Breakfast Guide Updates
Paul Gerald
Book Review: Breakfast in Bridgetown 3rd Edition
In 2006, Paul Gerald contacted me, asking if I would like to run some reviews he had written about places to eat breakfast in Portland. I was dubious, as I frequently get approached by folks with great ideas that they never follow up on, people with personal agendas, and quite a few who have a sense of taste that varies greatly from mine. However, I took a look, enjoyed the … [Read more...] about Book Review: Breakfast in Bridgetown 3rd Edition
Breakfast in Bridgetown is Looking for Funding
I don't think I've ever posted a link to any campaigns to Kickstarter or Indiegogo to raise money, but this time I'm making an exception. If you have been following this site for a while, you've probably enjoyed Paul Gerald's writing. In 2008, he wrote the first edition of Breakfast in Bridgetown - the Definitive Guide to Portland's Favorite Meal, and updated it again in 2011. … [Read more...] about Breakfast in Bridgetown is Looking for Funding
Everett Street Bistro Has Closed
Paul Gerald, the author of Breakfast in Bridgetown, tweeted this morning that Everett Street Bistro has closed. A friend sent me a photo of the notice posted on the door - "You are notified that your right to possession of the premises is hereby terminated. This termination is the result of multiple defaults in the lease. Landlord hereby claims a lien on all property on the … [Read more...] about Everett Street Bistro Has Closed