FOOD NEWS

Oregon's Native Oyster, Reborn

Diners and scientists unite to revive the Olympia, the North Pacific Coast's only native oyster species

12/02/2013 By Virginia Gewin

EAT HERE NOW

Teote's Venezuelan Fire

Arepas, grilled meats, and mezcal form a new haven of vibrant Latin American flavors

12/02/2013 By Benjamin Tepler

INTRODUCING

Classic Spanish Flavors at Ataula

Barcelona-born chef Jose Chesa brings the cuisine of Iberia to Northwest Portland

12/02/2013 By Benjamin Tepler

WALLET GUIDE

Oregon's Best Winter Beers

Hark! A six-pack of local brews delivering cold comfort this holiday season.

12/02/2013 By Christian DeBenedetti

POUR

Fire Water

Vinn Distillery brings Chinese rice-based spirits to Portland

12/02/2013 By Margarett Waterbury

ROUNDUP

Cooklandia

From books revealing the secret recipes of Portland's top chefs to essential DIY guides from local cooks, editors from New York to San Francisco are working the 503 area code.

12/02/2013 By Karen Brooks

SAVOR

The Missing Link

The ultimate holiday dessert in disguise? Chocolate salami. We share the recipe from Olympia Provisions, the sausage kings of Portland.

12/02/2013 By Benjamin Tepler

DREAM TEAM

From Russia, With Love

They were born in the USSR, made friends at Juilliard, then went on to win James Beard awards. Now, Vitaly Paley and Anya Von Bremzen, author of the buzzed about Mastering the Art of Soviet Cooking, are collaborating on a Russian feast.

11/27/2013 By Karen Brooks

TIP SHEET

Portland's Private Dining Destinations

Whether you're having a small family dinner or hosting a gathering for hundreds of people, we'll help you find the right venue for your party.

11/27/2013 By Roxanne Davis

BREAKING FOOD NEWS

Tastebud’s Bagels Rise in Downtown Portland

Farmer market star Mark Doxtader brings his bagel love and seasonal farm toppings to a new cart at SW 10th and Alder.

11/26/2013 By Karen Brooks

BREAKING FOOD NEWS

Changing of the Guard: Pastry Edition

In a sweet shakeup, talented pastry chefs Lauren Fortgang and Nora Antene switch kitchens, menus at Le Pigeon and Little Bird take on new shape, and everyone wins.

11/26/2013 By Allison Jones and Kristin Leigh

FOOD FINDER

Raclette Nights at Cheese Bar

Nothing goes better with winter than hot, melted cheese.

11/26/2013 By Roxanne Davis

DINNER FOR A CAUSE

Portland Chefs Team Up For Typhoon Relief

Check out our slide show of photos from the recent benefit dinner at Beast, featuring the city's top culinary talent, six killer courses, and $12,000 donated to Mercy Corps's typhoon relief efforts.

11/26/2013 Photography by Stuart Mullenberg By Karen Brooks

Slideshow

Slide Show: Portland Chefs Team Up For Typhoon Relief

11/26/2013

FOOD & DRINK EVENTS

Eat Beat Weekly Planner

Amaze the family with a massive gingerbread display, compete for Portland's ugliest sweater, and master the art of Soviet cooking at this week's food and drink events.

11/26/2013 By Tuck Woodstock

WINE EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Aviary’s Hair Metal Wine Dinner

Portland’s star chefs will unite for a night of food, drink, and rock & roll, featuring wines produced by former heavy metal musicians.

11/26/2013 By Tuck Woodstock

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Burrasca’s Florentine Cart Cuisine

A Florentine native nails Tuscan classics for a shoestring budget.

11/26/2013 By Benjamin Tepler

OPENING WATCH

St. Honoré Southeast Sets Debut Date

The Southeast Division boulangerie will open its doors December 5 with ten ciders on tap and Alsatian-inspired fare.

11/25/2013 By Allison Jones

Slideshow

Best Breakfast Sandwiches: The Vegan Options

11/20/2013

RESTAURANT & BAR UPDATES

Portland News to Chew

Thanksgiving cooking oil donation centers pop up (for the aftermath of your deep-fried turkey), Boke Bowl does Turducken ramen, and a local food cart honors Blazer's free mcmuffin coupons.

11/20/2013 By Allison Jones, Tuck Woodstock, and Kristin Leigh