Updated: 12/11 - 2nd store.I happened to walk past Benessere yesterday, but I could only take a quick peek, because I had the dog with me. Though the store has been open a month, I never heard about it, so I sent a friend in today to check it out and take some pictures.Benessesre is located downtown at 907 SW 9th Ave. They specialize in a large selection of olive oils … [Read more...] about Benessere Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars
Product and Portland Metro Business Review Archives
Now and then I do a review of a store or commercial product. You'll find the archive of those stories here.
Q Tonic vs. Fever-Tree Tonic
NOTE: This review has been replaced with a new, larger roundup, which you can read here. I have already rewritten and updated the recipe for making tonic water from scratch, which you will find here. In January, I reviewed Q Tonic. Now Fever-Tree Tonic, another gourmet version has hit local store shelves. I thought it was time to go back and update this post with a … [Read more...] about Q Tonic vs. Fever-Tree Tonic
Review: Baker and Spice
By Lizzy Caston. Updated 12.18 - new details, photos, etc.Baker and Spice is nowhere near my house, yet I seem to have developed quite a knack for inventing errands that take me to or near its Hillsdale location. "Ummm… I need to go to Fred Meyer. Yes, the six other Fred Meyer stores closer to home were plumb out of tulip bulbs, so I had to cruise out to the Burlingame … [Read more...] about Review: Baker and Spice
Donut Roundup
By Emily JamesWhen FD asked me to start writing for this site, I was extremely nervous. I’m not an expert in any manner of food preparation, serving, or procurement. I am, however, an expert in eating and I have my Lifetime Weight Watchers membership to prove it- from a brief moment, back in 1995 when I was 30 lbs lighter. Anyway, the old adage is to “write what you know.” … [Read more...] about Donut Roundup
Review: Foster & Dobbs Authentic Foods in Portland
If you are looking for a gourmet food store in Portland Irvington neighborhood, Foster & Dobbs is a good choice. When Foster & Dobbs first opened in 2005, it made an impact just because it was the first "gourmet" food store anywhere in northeast Portland. They had a few rough edges, but over the years they have worked hard on making it a full service shop with all the … [Read more...] about Review: Foster & Dobbs Authentic Foods in Portland