THE GRAPEVINE

A Full Lineup of Summer Events in Wine Country

From tours to tastings, racing to relaxing—warm weather and fine wine bring out the best this summer in the Willamette Valley.

07/01/2014 By Brooke Bass

MUSIC FESTIVALS

What the Festival Makes Another Splash on the Summer Festival Scene

From top notch DJs to glamping, belly dancing to Bob Marley yoga, daytime pool ragers to a nighttime Illuminated Forest—Oregon’s WTF had it covered this year.

06/25/2014 By Brooke Bass

EAT WITH YOUR EYES

Colorful Eats and Drinks at Levant's New Happy Hour

East Burnside's Middle Eastern haunt is now a post-workday and late night happy hour destination.

06/24/2014 By Brooke Bass

FEEL-GOOD FOOD

Local Non-Profit Establishes Urban Farm on a Schoolyard

At Candy Lane Elementary in Milwaukie, Schoolyard Farms is growing fruits and vegetables for the community and hosting one hell of a summer camp.

06/17/2014 By Brooke Bass

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

30 Days of Chocolate at The Meadow NW

Savor the tastes of over 500 chocolates from around the world at The Meadow's month-long celebration this July.

06/11/2014 By Brooke Bass

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Celebrate Socially Responsible Food with BBQ (and Beer!)

Pay tribute to the food producers who bolster Portland’s community over finger-licking BBQ, tasty brews, and some of Portland’s favorite pies and ice cream.

06/05/2014 By Brooke Bass

EAT THIS NOW

Get Giddy with Merry Meat Pies

Jake Gangsei, a newcomer to Portland's farmers market scene, serves up mighty meat pies and looks to expand.

05/27/2014 By Brooke Bass

READ EM AND EAT

New Cookbook Makes DIY Cheese a Fast Affair

Learn the basics of making simple cheeses through Portland-based author Claudia Lucero's new cookbook, One Hour Cheese.

05/27/2014 By Brooke Bass

RESTAURANT AND BAR UPDATES

Portland News to Chew

A new Hawthorne farmers market, beer inspired by the Portland Art Museum, and Harvester's gluten-free pairing dinner with Finnriver Cidery

05/20/2014 By Brooke Bass

BREAKING FOOD NEWS

New Seasons Now Carrying Goat, Rabbit, Elk, Wild Boar, and More

Looking for a place to purchase goat meat for your next dinner party? A new partnership between Nicky Farms and New Seasons can make that happen.

05/20/2014 By Brooke Bass

FOOD EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Celebrate James Beard on the Oregon Coast

Celebrate "America's First Foodie" with a night of film, stories, and food inspired by the culinary icon.

05/07/2014 By Brooke Bass

RESTAURANT & BAR UPDATES

Portland News to Chew

Maurice launches brunch service, Cooper's Hall debuts, Stone Cottage serves up ravioli, and more of the area's restaurant news.

05/06/2014 By Brooke Bass

PERFECT PAIRS

Hand Picked Pairings at Fenrir

Newcomer Fenrir delivers Scandinavian-inspired small plates, curated wines, and cocktails shimmering with Nordic notes, beets to fresh buttermilk.

05/06/2014 By Brooke Bass

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Jackknife Bar Opens at Sentinel Hotel

Jackknife, the much-anticipated hotel lobby bar at Sentinel, opened its historic doors earlier this week with classic and contemporary cocktails.

04/29/2014 By Brooke Bass

THE GRAPEVINE

Memorial Day Weekend at Willamette Valley Wineries

Head out to wine country for a fun-filled summer kick-off weekend in the valley.

04/29/2014 By Brooke Bass

READ EM AND EAT

New Book Explores Portland Food Cart Stories

Discover the history behind the city's most esteemed food carts from Portland-based food truck fan Steven Shomler in his new book.

04/22/2014 By Brooke Bass

HISTORY

40 Years of Ghosts and Handmade Crust at Old Town Pizza

Old Town Pizza celebrates its 40th anniversary this month, complete with signature fresh-made pizza pies and a special anniversary brew.

04/15/2014 Photography by Brooke Bass

HIGH SPIRITS

The Driftwood Room Serves Up Locally Inspired Cocktails

Want a change from the city's bustling beer and wine scene? Head to the Driftwood Room for a twist on some classic summer cocktails.

04/15/2014 By Brooke Bass

GIVEAWAY

Win Tickets to Taste of the Nation

Be dazzled by delicious bites and booze all while giving back to local non-profits tackling child hunger and food insecurity.

04/14/2014 By Brooke Bass

MUSIC FESTIVALS

What the Festival Announces 2014 Lineup

The electronic dance music fest features Glitch Mob, Washed Out, Emancipator Ensemble, Nightmares on Wax, and more this June.

04/08/2014 By Brooke Bass