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Xiao Ye’s Khao Soi Radiatori Is for Pasta Lovers

This star of the Portland restaurant’s ‘first-generation American’ menu marries Thai noodle soup and Italian technique.

08/27/2026 By Matthew Trueherz Illustrations by Amber Day

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Meet Kulfi’s Falooda, the Popular South Asian Dessert Drink

With jellies, ice cream, basil seeds, and noodles, it’s a summery treat in a cup.

07/06/2026 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

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Jalapeños, grilled ham, queso, and morita chile mayo make an amazing sandwich.

01/20/2026 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

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Why use pork or chicken when you have sunflower seeds and bananas?

12/29/2025 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

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At the sensationally spicy Thai restaurant, the eponymous salad centers a sausage-laden platter.

08/08/2025 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

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Chocolate + vanilla + buttery cracker crumble = Portland summer icon.

06/04/2025 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day

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A banh mi–inspired pastrami sandwich with hazelnut chile oil is a Portland rising star.

03/04/2025 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Amber Day