Benjamin is a former senior editor for Portland Monthly.

HOLIDAY CHEAT SHEET

Portland's Last-Minute Passover Meals

A handful of only-in-Portland options for the food-fueled Jewish holiday.

04/02/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

P.R.E.A.M. Announces Preview Dinners

The hotly anticipated hip hop-themed pizza spot test-drives its wood-fired oven.

04/01/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

RECIPE

Spread the Spring with Rhubarb and Rose Petal Jam

A farmers market pro marries two flavorful seasonal ingredients for biscuit-ready preserves.

04/01/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

BREAKING NEWS

Kitchen Shuffles at Olympia Provisions; McMinnville Gets Two New Restaurants

Executive chef Colin Stafford leaves his post for wine country while OP Southeast chef Alex Yoder steps up as head honcho for both restaurants.

04/01/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

BREAKING FOOD NEWS

Jacobsen Salt Buys Out Bee Local

Two hyper-local Portland start-ups become one elemental food brand.

03/26/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

HOMETOWN PRIDE

Two Portland Chefs and Restaurant Critic Karen Brooks are James Beard Award Finalists

Castagna’s Justin Woodward, Ox’s Greg and Gabrielle Denton, and Portland Monthly’s very own flavor-seeking wordsmith are in the running.

03/24/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

RESTAURANT AND BAR UPDATES

Portland News to Chew

Ya Hala launches brunch, Bamboo Izakaya reverts to Bamboo Sushi, and Ristretto Roasters is Google’s favorite coffee.

03/23/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

OPENING WATCH

Three Reasons to Check Out Conserva, the New Specialty Market from Viridian Farms

The farmers-turned-tastemakers are bringing some of the best and most obscure Spanish and French ingredients to Northwest Portland.

03/18/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

EAT WITH YOUR EYES

Inside Noraneko, Biwa's New Ramen and Juice Joint

A first look at the "alley cat" from Biwa owners Gabe Rosen and Kina Voelz.

03/16/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

Trend Watch

Hot Dogs: So Hot Right Now

The iconic ballpark frank is going through a major Portland renaissance.

03/06/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

EAT WITH YOUR EYES

Tastebud’s Pizzamobile

Portland’s farm-fresh pizza and bagel makers built their dream truck: part wood-fired oven, part road-tripper.

03/03/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

TOP COCKTAILS

The Ultimate Barsenal: Stock Your Home Bar Like a Pro

The owners of Portland's Bull in China cocktail supply store share their favorite finds.

03/03/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

EAT HERE NOW

The Reinvention of Portland's Iconic Indie Steak House

Can chef Ben Bettinger bring new life to Laurelhurst Market? Signs point to yes.

03/02/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

RECIPE

The Easiest Pasta Recipe of All Time

Jenn Louis explores the hidden world of Italian dumplings—and unearths a seriously simple version.

03/02/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

TOP COCKTAILS

5 Portland-Made Cocktail Classics Worth Savoring

It's hard to argue with time-tested perfection. These specimens pay homage to their pedigreed forbears with measured respect.

03/02/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

TOP COCKTAILS

The 10 Most Interesting Cocktails in PDX Right Now

A snapshot of the best of Portland's creative bar offerings, from neighborhood dives to craft cocktail havens.

03/02/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

FOOD & DRINK EVENTS

Eat Beat Weekly Planner

Nerdy olive oil conferences, Paley’s Place 20th anniversary, Park Kitchen’s new family-style dinners, and much, much, more.

02/27/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Best Bets for Portland Dining Month

The tastiest-looking menus for the city’s budget-friendly dining month.

02/24/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

BREAKING NEWS

Gonzo Launches Hummus Line and Pop-Up

The popular Middle Eastern food cart expands its empire.

02/23/2015 By Benjamin Tepler

RESTAURANT AND BAR UPDATES

Portland News to Chew

Olympic Provisions changes its name, Pioneer Square becomes a cart pod, and major national accolades pile up for Portland chefs.

02/20/2015 By Benjamin Tepler