Strong Sake
An ancient Japanese beverage fuels Portland’s newest bar.
Lizzy Caston
New World Cocoa
Forget the powdery hot chocolate mixes of yore. Take a sip of the real thing: drinking chocolates.
Tastes of Spring
Spaghetti Primavera: One Portland chef looks to reclaim pasta primavera, using the fresh Northwest ingredients we have at our fingertips.
Pass the Vinegar
A bold winery in the Willamette Valley has become the only producer of true Italian balsamic in the United States.
Spice World: Visiting Penzey’s Only Pacific Northwest Retail Outlet—in Clackamas
One of the country’s largest spice dealers proves that flavors from around the globe are as American as apple pie.
Refrigerator Pickles Skip the Canner and Go Straight to the Crunch
Don’t have the time or space for canning at home? Try refrigerator pickles.
Dessert for Dinner: Spinach and Leek Pudding
Fresh produce makes for fabulous savory puddings that should be served first, not last.