Food News

Expatriate’s New Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich Is a Strong Contender for Portland’s Crown

The Northeast Portland bar nails the heat, the meat, and the crust. Bonus: frozen custard banana splits from co-owner Naomi Pomeroy across the street. 

05/28/2021 By Karen Brooks

Footnotes

LISTEN: Understanding Water Challenges Facing Oregon's Native, Black, Latinx, and Migrant Communities

We talk with Alaí Reyes-Santos from the Oregon Water Futures Project about the findings from their 2021 report.

05/28/2021 By Gabriel Granillo

Coronavirus

At the Tail End of the Pandemic, OHSU Weathers Its Largest Workplace Outbreak

17 people were affected, including staff—but those who had been vaccinated were asymptomatic or had mild symptoms.

05/27/2021 By Julia Silverman

Restaurant Review

At Nightingale, Chef Luna Contreras Celebrates Mexican Street Food While Championing Identity and Community

The menu harks back to happy memories of Contreras's grandmother, with antojitos like flautas and gorditas at the center.

05/27/2021 By Katherine Chew Hamilton Photography by Thomas Teal

News

Got Shut Out from Summer Swim Lessons in Portland? All Is Not Lost.

Slots are pandemic-era limited, and lifeguards are in short supply, but another round of lessons opens in June.

05/26/2021 By Julia Silverman and Fiona McCann

Bakery

Kimura Toast Bar’s Japanese Basque Cheesecake Is Ready to Conquer Portland

Kayoko Kaye unleashes her own version of the cult food phenom.

05/26/2021 By Karen Brooks

Events

How to Celebrate Pride 2021 in Portland

Last year, Pride went fully virtual and scaled way back. This year, it’s dipping its toes back in the water.

05/26/2021 By Conner Reed

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Escape to Eugene

Feeling a little stir-crazy? It's time to discover just how much Oregon has to offer! Here are some favorite places to stay within a short drive for a mini-break this season.

05/25/2021

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The Faces of Eye Care

Dr. Devin M. Gattey, Ophthalmologist and President of Oregon Eye Specialists

05/25/2021

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The Face of Basement Renovation

Steve Gemmell, Founder of Top Dawg Basement ReCreation

05/25/2021

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The Face of Healing Arts

David Slawson, President & Director of East West College of the Healing Arts

05/25/2021

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The Face of Resilient Marketing Partnerships

Stephanie Chadwick, CEO of Edge

05/25/2021

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An Active Senior Finds the Perfect Place to Downsize

For this North Portland resident, staying connected to the neighborhood he loves was a top priority.

05/25/2021

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The Faces of Friendly Storage Solutions

Nicole Kypreos & Karina Guasso, General Manager & Executive Design Consultant of California Closets of Oregon

05/25/2021

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The Face of Fine Italian Dining

Simone Savaiano, Chef-Owner of Mucca Osteria

05/25/2021

Home Bakers

Meet the Bread Heads at Starter Bread

How two nerds captured Portland’s whole-grains movement in a loaf unlike any other

05/25/2021 By Karen Brooks

Real Estate

Property Watch: Live the Life Aquatic on This Portland Houseboat

Watch Fourth of July fireworks from your rooftop deck on the Willamette.

05/25/2021 By Melissa Dalton

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Easing the Post-Pandemic Transition for Kids

As kids return to school, sports, summer camps, and other routines after a year of isolation, learn how to help support their mental health and well-being.

05/24/2021

Top Chef

Born-and-Raised Portlander Gabriel Pascuzzi Talks ‘Top Chef’

The chef-owner of Mama Bird, Stacked Sandwich Shop, and the soon-to-come Feel Good talks about life on reality TV.

05/24/2021 By Katherine Chew Hamilton