According to a press release this morning Biwa restaurant will close June 19th. This isn’t a big surprise as it seems to have been struggling, but I’m sad to see it go. Thanks So Much for Eleven Special Years of BiwaFriends,One day in June of 2007, not too long after opening Biwa, our liquor license expired because I hadn’t paid the bill.I had a little teeny-tiny … [Read more...] about Biwa Restaurant to Close
Portland Food and Restaurant News and Discussion
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.
Daniel Brophy, Oregon Culinary Instructor Shot/Killed
According to KGW News, long-time OCI Lead Chef and Instructor Daniel Brophy was found dead at the Culinary Institute in SW Portland early Saturday morning. From the OCI website, "Dan is the resident encyclopedia of knowledge at Oregon Culinary Institute. In addition to nearly three decades of experience in kitchens overlapping two decades of teaching experience, he is an … [Read more...] about Daniel Brophy, Oregon Culinary Instructor Shot/Killed
O’Connor’s in Multnomah Village Closing
O'Connor's Pub Closing, Update on Renner's GrillWe first reported this rumor back in May: O'Connors Pub in Multnomah Village is closing. Thursday the 31st is their last night. The owner is planning to retire.O'Connor's was first founded in 1934 by Ed O'Connor of Butte, Montana. At that time it was located on SW Washington Street in downtown Portland. In the late 80's … [Read more...] about O’Connor’s in Multnomah Village Closing
Chef Jenn Louis to Close Ray Restaurant
A note from Jenn Louis today saying she is selling Ray Restaurant.Today, I am putting Ray up for sale, and will continue to run the restaurant until we find a buyer. I am not in a rush, just ready to move on. It's a bittersweet sendoff, but I am so grateful for all the beautiful memories that we have built here, and for the people who have made this restaurant my home … [Read more...] about Chef Jenn Louis to Close Ray Restaurant
2018 James Beard Journalism Awards Announced
The James Beard Journalism Awards were announced today. Portland Chef Joshua McFadden's collaboration with Martha Holmberg won an award for Vegetable-Focused Cooking:Six Seasons: A New Way with Vegetables Joshua McFadden with Martha Holmberg (this is an outstanding book in my opinion) (Artisan Books) Here is the complete list of winners for the 2018 James Beard … [Read more...] about 2018 James Beard Journalism Awards Announced