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Local Bars' Inspired Spins on a Classic Cocktail
Mule Variations: 5 Portland Takes on the Moscow Mule

There are really only two differences between a vodka soda and a Moscow Mule. First, mules are made with ginger beer in lieu of soda, and second, the Moscow Mule belongs to Oprah—it's her favorite cocktail. Given Oprah's full-throated endorsement, it's unusual that so few Portland bars list mules on their menus. Simply asking for one, more often than you might think, may stump your bartender. This may seem strange more...

Nourishment and Inspiration Delivered Weekly
6 Portland CSAs That Share More Than Local Produce

Judging by the restaurants, bars and food carts that line our streets, we Portlanders sure like dining out. But when you consider the many successful urban farms and CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) cropping up all over town, we sure like dining in too. If you and your family are thinking about joining a CSA, how can you tell which one works best for you? Do you choose the one that empowers underserved youth, the one that more...

Celebrate National Caramel Day, April 5

Event date: Apr 5, 2012

Event location: The Waypost, 3120 N Williams Ave.

Sweet & Salty's Caramel Co. Launch Party and Tasting

We're celebrating National Caramel Day and the launch of Sweet & Salty's Caramel Co. Please join us for caramel samples, happy hour specials, discounted caramel sales and a really tasty time. We might even have caramel cocktails available. Please RSVP to the event here and visit our new and changing website. Thank you, hope to see your smiling faces there! 4-7 p.m. @ The Waypost more...

Local Mixologists Using Herb-Infused Digestifs in Cocktails
5 Amaro Cocktails That Won't Leave You Bitter

Although amari are most commonly drunk as a post-meal digestif, the unsung heroes of the Italian bitters family should not be limited only to soothing diners who have overindulged with one too many courses. Usually drunk neat, the complex, herb-infused digestifs can vary widely in flavor and even alcohol content, but they also lend depth to cocktails and make excellent compliments to dark and light liquor alike. But, if you're not more...

Save the Dates for Weekly Events!

Event location: Mississippi Ave.

2011 Holiday Celebrations on Historic Mississippi Avenue

November 26, 4-6 p.m. This year, Mississippi Ave. is hosting the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 26th from 4-6 p.m. at Mississippi Commons (3731 N Mississippi Avenue). The evening will offer treats and delights for adults and children alike, featuring performances by the illustrious Mr. Ben, Tyleena Fairyfunkmother, and The Sugarplum Elves. The Humboldt Elementary PTA will be selling hot chocolate, so more...

Get Reacquainted With Everyone's Old Winter Friend
Hot Toddies: Portland Bars Reinterpret Seasonal Favorite

It’s getting cold out there, fellow drinkers, and soon, the rains will come. We have two choices: to despair at the impending sunless months or to reacquaint ourselves with everyone’s old winter friend, the hot toddy. But let’s be honest; there’s an obvious winner here. Portland loves a good toddy, as evidenced by the beverage’s regular seasonal appearance on our bar menus. Sure, most dives can make you a more...

Food and Drink Options That Will Make Everything Better. Promise.
Hung Over in Portland: Curing What Ails You

Well, this topic has been a long time coming. We’ve been to a lot of patio bars, had a few too many punch bowls, and we might have tried to drink our nocino way too early. So what can you do with your heavy, nauseated sack of a body when you’re hung over? Your choices are to sit quietly and hope to die or ingest something. We think that doing the latter—really taking charge of one’s self-imposed state—is more...

Benefits the Pixie Project

Event date: Sep 18, 2011

Event location: Amnesia Brewing, 832 North Beech Street

Dog Day Afternoon at Amnesia Brewing

Portland pint drinkers and dog lovers won't want to miss Dog Day Afternoon, on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 2-5 p.m., a casual socializing event for both you and your furry friend. The event, presented by Beer West Magazine and Amnesia Brewing benefits Portland’s Pixie Project, a local non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of animals through adoption services and low-cost spay and neuter assistance. more...

Season's Eatings
How to Eat Locally: Late Summer

Better late than never, right? Summer, that is, and all the foods with which we associate the season. Owing to the impact of late storms and fluctuating temperatures, local farmers’ most reliable summer crops are just now starting to fill market stalls and CSA boxes. What does all of this mean for you, your kitchen, and your belly? It’s time to take full advantage of the flavors of late summer by sourcing your goods close more...

From the Classic Deli to the Artisanal Sandwich, Portland's Got It Covered
Celebrating National Sandwich Month in Portland

Did you know August is the month of the mighty sandwich? No better place to celebrate than this fine city, which is filled with sandwich superfans far and wide. Producing them, eating them, coming up with new ways of making them, sandwiches just get us going. From the classic deli to the artisanal sandwich, Portland’s got it covered, and we’ve come up with a list that highlights some of our greatest hits. There’s a more...