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THE GRAPEVINE

The PSU Professor Who Says Wine's Whole 'Terroir' Thing Might Not Be a Thing

Joe Bohling, an expert on the history of the French wine industry, says his research looks at the not-so-ancient concept of terroir. We asked him to explain.

09/21/2015 By Marty Patail

FOOD NEWS

Besaw’s to Reopen in Northwest Portland

The cherished institution will relocate two blocks away, with a second restaurant in the works.

09/18/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

BREAKING NEWS

Chef Patrick McKee Joins Forces with Langbaan for New Pine Street Market Eatery

Paley’s alum McKee to launch East-meets-West Common Law restaurant with Langbaan’s Earl Ninsom in December.

09/18/2015 By Kelly Clarke

BEAN SCENE

Ristretto Is Handing Out Free Coffee All Weekend Long

The Portland icon celebrates a decade of light roasts with free coffee this weekend.

09/17/2015 By Katie Vaughan

GOOD EATS

Kure's New West End Juice, Macro Bowl, and Salad Restaurant Is Now Open

Healthy cafe Kure, the newest incarnation of Kure Juice Bar, is officially serving a full menu at SW 12th and Stark. We've got the first look inside.

09/17/2015 By Allison Jones

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

How to Eat Your Way Through Portland's Newest Food Court, the Zipper

We chowed down inside NE Sandy’s new micro-restaurant complex. The consensus? Go for the falafel, stay for the whiskey.

09/15/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

5 Reasons to Visit the Vegan Beer & Food Festival

Deep-fried cheesesteaks, unlimited pours, and Thao & the Get Down Stay Down. Plus: we're giving away tickets!

09/15/2015 By Tuck Woodstock

RESTAURANT AND BAR UPDATES

Portland News to Chew: Tea Booze! RIP Chopsticks II!

Chopsticks II closes, Hood River Distillery opens a tasting room, and the New York Times loves/hates us.

09/14/2015 By Katie Vaughan

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

There's Still Time to Get Tickets to Feast’s Oregon Bounty Grand Tasting

Portland’s celebrated food and drink festival returns this weekend. Get last-minute tickets to Oregon Bounty, featuring behind-the-scenes interviews with Feast’s top chefs.

09/14/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

HIT LIST

Power-Ranking Oregon’s Best Hummus

We sampled every locally made retail brand of the ubiquitous chickpea spread available in the state to uncover the best … and the worst.

09/10/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

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BEER

McMenamins Kicks Off Fresh Hop Ale Season

Brewed with fresh, Oregon-grown Simcoe hops, McMenamins' Thundercone will be available September 18

09/09/2015 By Katie Vaughan

EAT HERE NOW

Damn Good Pie at Scottie’s Pizza Parlor on SE Division

A fresh pizzaiolo is making a name for himself with new-school pies and hand-pulled mozzarella.

09/08/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

GOOD EATS

Garden Bar Will Open 3 New Locations—and Crisp Salad Bar Debuts in NoPo

Get the scoop on the popular customized salad shop's two upcoming expansions—including the eatery's first east-side spot. Plus: a new salad bar opens on North Williams. Battle of the bars?

09/08/2015 By Allison Jones

HIT LIST

Portland’s 10 Best Patios For Drinking, Rain or Shine

We’ve rounded up our favorite outdoor drinking spaces, new and old, to help you transition from summer to fall.

09/08/2015 By Katie Vaughan

OKTOBERFEST

Oktoberfest in PDX: The Definitive Guide

As the country’s beer-touting capital, we take the Bavarian festival seriously. Dust off your lederhosen and check out our complete list of Portland's Oktoberfest celebrations.

09/03/2015 By Katie Vaughan

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Despite a French Menu and Location Nostalgia, Renard is Not St. Jack

The storied corner restaurant's successor brings accessible, vanilla French to Clinton.

09/02/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

BREAKING NEWS

Stray Dogs Chef Team Reveals Restaurant Location

Peter Cho and Johnny Leach, the chef duo behind Stray Dogs and Stray Birds, ready for a tentative November opening.

09/01/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

Food and Drink Events

The Eat Beat Weekly Planner: Food Events for Every Kind of Eater

Pop-ups inside pop-ups, Japanese pickles at Olympia Provisions, couscous at TBA, and much more.

09/01/2015 By Katie Vaughan

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Pizza Social at Ned Ludd

The wood-fired eatery’s much beloved pizza Mondays have blossomed into chef collaborations, with Portland’s best pie slingers and avant-thinkers making guest appearances.

08/28/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

READ EM AND EAT

Fresh Flavors and Creative Watercolors Combine in Mi Comida Latina

An Oregon native pairs Latin recipes with vibrant hand-painted art.

08/26/2015 By Katie Vaughan

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