Erin-Marie Palmer was the owner of The Wine Cellar in Beaverton as well as Shaker and Vine in Portland [ed 2016 - now closed]. Palmer is best described as a feisty, well-spoken local wine expert who has no qualms about expressing her preferences for what makes a great glass of vino. Shaker and Vine is a quirky, hip reflection of this passion set in what is otherwise a very … [Read more...] about Interview: Erin-Marie Palmer of Shaker and Vine
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A James Beard House Dinner or My Quest for Quail Eggs, Tamarind Paste and Banana Leaves
By Ken Collura For those of you who don’t know who James Beard was, here’s a quick explanation: James Beard was born in Portland, Oregon in the early 1900’s. His desire was to be in the theater in his early years, but failing in that endeavor, he turned to a passion he had gained from his family - food and cooking. It became apparent that he had a distinct ability to write … [Read more...] about A James Beard House Dinner or My Quest for Quail Eggs, Tamarind Paste and Banana Leaves
Gotham Building Tavern
Note: gotham building tavern closed for business 4/28/06 As you probably have heard, Gotham Tavern has revamped their menu more towards British pub food. You can see their old review here Now for the update. From their press release: About 8 months ago we opened a very nice restaurant - a charming restaurant - but we didn’t open a tavern. you all know this - you … [Read more...] about Gotham Building Tavern