Exclusive Interview

Does the World Still Need Pok Pok?

Says Andy Ricker, a white guy famously making Thai food: “Unless you're not fucking paying attention, you have got to be having this thought.”

06/16/2020 By Karen Brooks

Interview

Pok Pok’s Andy Ricker Shuts Down Completely and Sounds an Alarm

In a provocative interview with Portland Monthly, the legendary chef gives it to us straight: “we have to stop fucking around making TikToks and get serious.”

03/25/2020 By Karen Brooks

HOLIDAY BOOZING

Celebrate the Holidays Early with Aquavit Week 2015

The city’s best bars join forces to spotlight Scandinavia’s very merry go-to spirit.

12/03/2015 By Kelly Clarke

BREAKING FOOD NEWS

Olympic Provisions Expands Meat Empire

Local salami kings move into 33,000-foot Southeast warehouse, major distribution and new product lines in the works.

08/28/2013 By Benjamin Tepler

RECIPE

Gaucho Grilling

Greg Denton's halibut with mint chimichurri would be a welcome addition to any spring grilling get-together.

04/20/2012 By Benjamin Tepler

Restaurant Review

Duane's World

Stumptown coffee founder Duane Sorenson brings tavern food and specialty goods to Southeast Portland.

01/26/2012 By Benjamin Tepler

RECIPE

How to Make Alma's Chocolate Bread Pudding

Chocolatier extraordinaire Sarah Hart shares her recipe for a no-hassle dessert.

01/20/2012 By Benjamin Tepler

Review

Littlest Italy

With European kitchen finds and dishes of rustic authenticity, Luce is the new mom-and-pop shop.

12/23/2011 By Karen Brooks

RECIPE

The Wild Side

Serratto chef Tony Meyers teaches us to embrace big game with a hearty winter dish.

12/16/2011 By Benjamin Tepler

RECIPE

Life of the Party

Master caterer Larry Grimes sets a festive table for the holidays.

11/18/2011 By Benjamin Tepler

Savor

Local Preserver Pink Slip Jam Captures August's Vivid Flavors in a Jar

Suzanne Fuoco's jams combine fruit flavors from well outside the box.

07/22/2011 By Amara Holstein

Savor

Great Grains

Not quite rice and not quite pasta, farro is just right for winter meals

12/22/2010 By Deena Prichep

Best Burgers 2009

Create the Perfect Burger

Three Chefs. One Kitchen. One Mission.

07/20/2009 By Bart Blasengame