(Pok Pok closed in 2020)With many people distracted by the deluge of new restaurants opening in Portland, I think it is important not to forget other notable destinations. For that reason, I find myself at Pok Pok on a regular basis.To understand what Andy Ricker is trying to achieve at the restaurant, it helps to have a bit of background in the culture of Thailand. All … [Read more...] about Review: Pok Pok Portland
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Review: Ken’s Artisan Pizza
(updated 6/17. If you are looking for Ken's Artisan Bakery, you will find it here.)Seems like not too long ago, it was said you could not get a bad meal in Italy. Sadly, that has certainly changed, and as the American lifestyle and more materialism creep across Italy's cities, poorly done dishes and lazy cooks are more common, at least in the high-traffic tourist art … [Read more...] about Review: Ken’s Artisan Pizza
Review: Pok Pok – To Go Food
Refreshed 4.11 Note that this review is for the to-go shack and not for the Pok Pok dining room reviewed here, or Whiskey Soda Lounge across the street. You'll find the menu and food here is very similar at the new Pok Pok Noi on Prescot at NE 15th.It was a chilly night, and I felt like the fox that had gotten into the chicken coop. Crispy, crackly chicken skin gave gently … [Read more...] about Review: Pok Pok – To Go Food
Review: Le Pigeon
Almost since the day they opened, I’ve been hearing good things about Chef Gabriel Rucker and his restaurant Le Pigeon. I went for the first time a month ago, and have been going back ever since.The entire restaurant is made up of a large open kitchen, about seven farmhouse-style tables, and a chef’s counter where you can watch the action. On nice days, there are a couple … [Read more...] about Review: Le Pigeon
Review: Fleur de Lis French Bakery & Cafe
Refreshed: 6/12 - hours, text A few weeks ago I was enjoying a quiet cup of coffee at Fleur de Lis Bakery when I overheard two women at the next table talking about “Food Dude”. This has happened to me several times, and I always enjoy hearing what people have to say. “You know his secret”, said one woman. “He is really a she; it is all part of the disguise!” She said it with … [Read more...] about Review: Fleur de Lis French Bakery & Cafe