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This is an archive of Portland metro area restaurant and food news, political debate, diatribes, discussion threads etc. If we aren't quite sure where a story belongs, you'll find it here.

Foodie Pickup Lines – What Would You Say?

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EcoSalon has posted a list of "foodie pickup lines" for Valentine's Day. I like the idea, so am stealing it just for you. Here are some of their examples:If you shave your legs as well as that fennel, I can't wait to touch them. I can last as long a la Le Creuset. Do you prefer FrenchPress or Bialetti for your morning coffee? Have you ever tried bone luging? I … [Read more...] about Foodie Pickup Lines – What Would You Say?

Jack in the Box Launches a Bacon Shake – Minus Bacon

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Now, an amazing new dessert from Jack in the Box. Brace yourself, because this is a foodie's dream - a Bacon Shake! Let's take a look:Jack is a foodie himself, because his "better idea" has a hint of food fantasy behind it. Ice cream+bacon=creamy deliciousness. What could go wrong? Unfortunately, we all know too well that any dish is as good as its weakest ingredient. In … [Read more...] about Jack in the Box Launches a Bacon Shake – Minus Bacon

Annoying Restaurant Trends

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Zagat recently released their list of "The 10 Most Annoying Restaurant Trends". You can see their entire list and commentary here, but you know me, I have to put in my .02.Items I agree with -Communal Tables: I understand why some restauranteurs like communal tables. Start-up costs are cheaper than regular tables. You can pack in more diners per square foot. That makes … [Read more...] about Annoying Restaurant Trends

Miracle Fruit Secret Revealed

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You may remember "miracle fruit" from such posts as "Food Dude Hosts Wild Miracle Fruit Party!" For those who are unfamiliar with Synsepalum dulcificum, here is a quote from the New York Times - ...Mr. Aliquo greeted new arrivals and took their $15 entrance fees. In return, he handed each one a single berry from his jacket pocket. “You pop it in your mouth and scrape the pulp … [Read more...] about Miracle Fruit Secret Revealed