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HOLIDAY EATS CHEAT SHEET

Which Holiday Song Makes YOU Hungry?

We’ve matched special holiday dinners around town to their musical alter-egos, so pick your style and make a reservation!

12/12/2011 By Allison Jones

In the Kitchen

Best Ever Cookies

It’s just not the holidays without the tried and true traditional cookie classics.

12/11/2011 By Kristin Belz

Market Watch

Cooking Like a Local

Sometimes the best recipes come from close to home.

12/10/2011 By Kristin Belz

comedy gyros

Sandwich Stars

Big-Ass Sandwiches throws a big-ass party

12/09/2011 By Rebecca Waits

FOOD NEWS

Greg Denton Leaving Metrovino

Husband-and-wife culinary team Greg Denton and Gabrielle Quiñonez Denton are leaving the Pearl District’s Metrovino to open Argentine-inspired Ox Restaurant on Northeast MLK.

12/09/2011 By Allison Jones

Christmas Shopping

Drink Deck the Halls

Deals in these cards

12/08/2011 By John Chandler

MENU WATCH

Departure Does Duck

Dig into a feast of Peking Duck two ways while soaking in views of Downtown Portland’s holiday lights from the top of the Nines Hotel.

12/08/2011 By Allison Jones

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

Eat Beat Neighborhood News

Two food news blips from around Portland, including the opening of NW’s Bull Run Distillery and a fond farewell to NE MLK’s Wayne’s Chicago Red Hots.

12/08/2011 By Allison Jones

OPENING NIGHT

The Return of Alberta’s Aviary

Chefs Sarah Pliner, Kat Whitehead and Jasper Shen are back in business at their Northeast Alberta eatery, with new menu items and a fully restored interior.

12/07/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND WINE EVENTS

Pix Patisserie’s Bubbly Spectacular

Pix owner Cheryl Wakerhauser is fanatical about Champagne, and she’s put together a month of toast-worthy, budget-friendly events that highlight her favorite bubbles this holiday season.

12/06/2011 By Allison Jones

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OPENING WEEK

Opening Week: Mi Mero Mole

Portland foodie-in-the-know Nick Zukin has opened the doors to his casual eatery offering Mexico City-style tacos de guisados, and Eat Beat has the photos and first bites.

12/06/2011 By Allison Jones

OPENING WEEK

Introducing the Woodsman Market

We’ve got the first look at the well-curated artisan market nestled between Division’s Stumptown Coffee and Woodsman Tavern, now open.

12/05/2011 By Allison Jones

Market Watch

Persimmons and Quince, Crackers and Cheese

Seasonal curiosities plus a cabinet of long-lasting classics make easy entertaining fancy and fun.

12/05/2011 By Kristin Belz

Christmas Shopping

Bar Pilot’s Gift Guide #3

Burnside’s bottled brews at Belmont Station

12/05/2011 By John Chandler

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Eat Beat Weekly Planner

Our digest of Portland’s top upcoming food and drink events, including a modernist cuisine beer pairing dinner and the third annual artisans’ holiday marketplace at New Deal Distillery.

12/05/2011 By Allison Jones

MENU WATCH

Random Order Fried Pies

Random Order’s flaky fried pies—filled with fresh fruit and topped with cinnamon sugar, available now at Boke Bowl and Violetta—are set to become this season’s crave-worthy dessert.

12/02/2011 By Allison Jones

Christmas Shopping

Bar Pilot’s Gift Guide #2

Treats from the Cookie Pedalers

12/02/2011 By Rebecca Waits

MENU WATCH

Menu Trend: Kale Salad

Portland chefs are making sure you get your servings of leafy greens by elevating this classic hippie dish to new levels.

12/02/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD NEWS

5 Reasons Wildwood is Poised for a Comeback

With a new General Manager, an upcoming redesign, and a solid team of seasoned pros, this NW 21st institution is about to be back in a big way.

12/01/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD CART WATCH

Nong’s Khao Man Gai at PSU

With a new location, Portland’s famed Thai vendor debuts new dishes and soon, Nong’s Khao Man Gai Sauce

11/30/2011 By Karen Brooks

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