On a recent warm night, I stuck my head out the window and smelled summer; the odor of fresh cut grass and brush drying, triggering memories of long ago.
I’ve talked many times about my summers on the family ranch in Texas. I’ll never forget one of my last trips as a kid of about 16. My grandmother was getting old, and we knew she wouldn’t be able to stay there alone much longer. My visit was as much to say goodbye to the ranch as it was for anything else, as I knew I probably wouldn’t be back again.
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
Review: Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Is Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse the best in Portland? We take a look
Ruth’s Chris is the largest steakhouse chain in the United States. As such, it was the first major restaurant of that type to give the Portland institution Ringside Steakhouse any real competition.… Read the rest
The Steakhouse Showdown!
What is the best steakhouse in Portland? We decide to find out
A friend called me a few weeks ago. “My boss is coming into town, and I need to take him to a steakhouse.… Read the rest