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
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Review: Bamboo Grove Hawaiian Grille
Down in blue Hawaii. So far away from blue Hawaii. Aloha nui means goodbye.“In Blue Hawaii” Brian Wilson/Van Dyke ParksOn yet another daylight-challenged, Oregon grey winter day, we puzzle over where to eat. It is a frequent noon time ritual at my office. My business partner–a social worker masquerading as a divorce lawyer--disdains a “project lunch.” The term … [Read more...] about Review: Bamboo Grove Hawaiian Grille
Review: Brazil Grill
[Refreshed 9.14 with updated menu items, prices and a few minor changes. However I haven't been back here for some time, so can't speak to the current quality of the food.]For those who have spent time in Brazil, it has always seemed strange there is no Brazilian-style grill in Portland. Almost every major city has one, and they tend to be very popular. Also called … [Read more...] about Review: Brazil Grill
Review: Justa Pasta
Refreshed 06.21. Going back soon.One quickly learns, if you go to Justa Pasta and have the Caesar Salad, you are done for the night. Don’t go on a date; certainly don’t go to a movie. Do the world a favor and lock yourself in the house until the garlic goes away. We are not talking a subtle, balanced Caesar here, more a garlic bomb. That being said, when you know what … [Read more...] about Review: Justa Pasta
Review: Ciao Vito
Note: Ciao Vito closed in 2020Every so often I sit down to do a review and just don’t quite know what to say. That is why it takes me a while to get these out; sometimes, they have to percolate in my mind or else require an extra visit. This was the case with Ciao Vito. I had so many mixed experiences there, I ended up going four times before I could write this review. … [Read more...] about Review: Ciao Vito