SHAKE IT UP

2011 Iron Bartender

Nine local bartenders compete for your votes and the title of Iron Bartender on Thursday, October 13.

10/03/2011 By Allison Jones

HAPPY HOUR OF THE WEEK

Get Blue For Happy Hour

Now that Bluehour’s new chef has revamped the dinner menu, he’s turning his sights on the eatery’s happy hour offerings.

09/30/2011 By Allison Jones

MENU WATCH

Try S’more Duck S’mores

Don’t miss your chance to try Metrovino Chef Gregory Denton’s winning dish from Wild About Game.

09/30/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Get Cheesy

Get ready for The Wedge—Portland’s cheesiest block party—coming to the Green Dragon October 8th.

09/29/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND WINE EVENTS

Castagna’s First Beer Dinner

The post-Lightner Castagna is debuting new events, new menu items, and an appeal to a new audience.

09/28/2011 By Allison Jones

WINE WEDNESDAY

5 Questions with Sommelier Savanna Ray

Wildwood’s wine director shares her tips to make sure you order a wine you love, every time.

09/28/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

The Portland Farmers Market’s Big Bash

Join friends of the Portland Farmers’ Market to celebrate the organization’s 20th year with a truly epic dinner party.

09/26/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Eat Beat Weekly Planner

Our digest of Portland’s top upcoming food and drink events, including a free butchering demo, winemaker’s dinner, and an oyster bus.

09/26/2011 By Allison Jones

EAT HERE NOW

Coppia’s New Take on Pairings

This Pearl District spot takes the guesswork out of your wine selection with an annotated wine list and pairings for each dish on the menu.

09/23/2011 By Allison Jones

MARKET EATS

Chef in the Market: Scott Dolich

Park Kitchen’s James Beard Award-nominated chef is next in the summer series of free cooking demonstrations at the PSU Portland Farmers’ Market.

09/23/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Another Aviary Aid Dinner

Genoa’s chefs offer up their kitchen for a head-to-head competition to support the re-opening of Alberta’s Aviary.

09/22/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Dig into Italian Culinary History

Dig into Italian culinary history with this three-part series of dinners at Bastas Trattoria, and get a side of learning with your pasta.

09/22/2011 By Allison Jones

FEEL GOOD FREEBIES

Bikes for Breakfast

Donate your used bikes for a good cause this weekend—and get a free breakfast or lunch, too!

09/21/2011 By Allison Jones

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

Neighborhood News: Pizza & Thai Edition

Top stories from around Portland, including a new soda fountain, Thai openings, and pizza all over.

09/20/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Eat Beat Weekly Planner

Portland’s top upcoming food and drink events, including a beer release, chocolate chorizo salami, and several dinners with truly international flavors.

09/19/2011 By Allison Jones

MARKET EATS

Chef in the Market: Cathy Whims

Nostrana’s James Beard Award-nominated chef is next in the summer series of free cooking demonstrations at the PSU Portland Farmers’ Market.

09/16/2011 By Allison Jones

EAT HERE NOW

Saraveza, the One-Stop Beer Shop

This North Portland neighborhood stand-by is the place to be for an old-school drinking experience, Midwest hospitality, and Yooper pasties!

09/15/2011 By Allison Jones

FOOD AND DRINK EVENTS

Fermentation Celebration

Get those pickled peppers poppin’, it’s time for the third annual Portland Fermentation Festival.

09/15/2011 By Allison Jones

WINE WEDNESDAY

5 Questions with Castagna Sommelier Jack Hott

Castagna’s wine director shares his tips for talking to sommeliers to make sure you get a wine you love, every time.

09/14/2011 By Allison Jones

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

Eat Beat Neighborhood News

Top stories from around Portland, including departing carts, new vegan brunch, and a rumor come true.

09/13/2011 By Allison Jones