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Nov 20,2008
Thank You Cupcake Jones - November
by nancy
Lisa from Cupcake Jones gave us one more reason to be thankful this month with her arrival at Isobel's Clubhouse yesterday. She handed out chocolate and vanilla cupcakes, frosting to go with, and fondant cutouts of leaves and turkeys. Not just a simple turkey cut out, mind you, but lovingly constructed with eyes and a gobble in contrasting colors. Some of the children went for tall icing, some spread carefully (but not thinly) and others just nibbled on the turkeys with delight. You can see it all on our flickr page . While the children frosted, the adults made sure she'd be open the day after Thanksgiving (YES) and that the amazing pumpkin cupcake would still be on the menu next week (Another YES). Thank you Lisa and Cupcake Jones for providing this fun activity for kids, and for donating time and materials. We had a great time. And for those of you who missed it, mark your calendars. Lisa has volunteered to make this a monthly event
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Nov 19,2008
Thank you Nuvrei + photos
by nancy
Nuvrei gave a spectacular class on marzipan molding and decorating yesterday at Isobel's Clubhouse . Thank you to Nuvrei owners for organizing this and donating time and materials, to Lynnette and Ken for making the introduction and much appreciation for Brian F., Emi, Levi and Brian R. who gave hands on instruction and coaching to the kids. The parents had a great time as well. They enjoyed connecting with the staff, asking questions about their favorite pastries, and learning more about the special desserts Nuvrei has developed for Thanksgiving. Brian R. volunteered to take photos, and really captured the joy and focus on the kids faces. Check them out on our flickr page .
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Nov 16,2008
I Give My Heart to Two Tarts
by northwest nola
I tried Two Tarts today. Let me be more specific; I tried two cookies at the Two Tarts Bakery today. I tried the oatmeal peanut butter cream and the s'mores. Holy cats I'm in love. I'm glad that these cookies are rich and little because if they were any less rich, I could eat more than my fair share's worth of their deliciousness. And if they were any bigger I'd probably break into the sugar sweats eating them. Two Tarts started at the Portland Farmer's Market and now has a retail location on NW 23rd. So, now every single time I walk down NW 23rd, which is often since i live right here, I will have to walk by the store, which is a devilish temptation for me. And I will be inevitably haunted by thoughts of oatmeal peanut butter cream cookies swimming in my head. And I will need to stop and get one. And then I'll have to try some other flavor and eventually I'll grow big as a house eating Two Tarts cookies -- or "artisan sweets for the soul," as they say. Devils! Or, Ang
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Nov 14,2008
Sellwood-Moreland's Only Tea House
by evil genius
Jade Teahouse & Patisserie has opened along Sellwood's bustling "Antique Row" on SE 13th Avenue.This spacious and bright teahouse offers a kid-friendly, savory, sweet, and cozy coffeehouse alternative for residents and travelers through the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood. Just a few blocks from the traffic of Tacoma Street and the Sellwood Library, Jade opens in time for our much-needed winter warm-ups.
Owner April Ecklund designed the interior herself, from choosing the bamboo-like mosaic tile beneath the counters to the sophisticated, yet cozy furniture. About the assorted knick-knacks for sale, Ecklund says, "I just pick things that amuse me. I hope they amuse someone else too."
All of the loose teas are available for purchase, or you can have them brew up a pot if you want to stay a while. If you're not sure what kind of tea you're in the mood for, Ecklund has them organized in handy magnetic containers by price range and ca
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Oct 16,2008
Spooky Times in Portland
by TeachStreet
There are many ways to have a great time in Portland this Halloween, especially if you're on a budget. Ever thought about learning how to make homemade pumpkin pie ? How about designing your own costume from scratch? Halloween is also a great time to brush up on your arts and crafts skills in preparation for the great holiday season to come. You may want to start with putting together your own haunted flower arrangement . There's no need to fear this year-if you weren't invited to a Halloween bash that is! Luckily for you, there's plenty of spooky and haunting things to do in the Portland area for “el Dia de Los Muertos” (the Day of the Dead). Portland happens to be a vibrant city where the ghosts of the past like to linger and play. There is a lot to do and see before the month is over. Here are some event links for Portla
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Oct 11,2008
Yes, Kettleman Bagels are Vegan (except one)
by Veritable Vegan
After a vegan shopping trip out to Bob's Red Mill store in Milwaukie (a great source of very low-cost vegan chocolate chips, vegan evaporated cane juice sugar and, of course, the largest assortment of organic flours around) and Penzey's Spices (a great opportunity to give your nose a taste test of a great variety of familiar and unique spices, including Dundicut Peppers from Pakistan), our shopping companion wanted to stop by Kettleman Bagels in Southeast Portland for lunch. While Kettleman's sandwich selection did have a vegetarian option, cheese seemed preprogrammed. Fortunately for me, all but one of the bagel selections were vegan (my toasted onion was tasty without being overwhelming) as were the bialys (which could have actually benefited from a little more flavor). The bagels, which are kosher, are New York style (boiled and baked), and the coffee is Stumptown without an extra charge for the soy milk. The service was friendly and the joint offered a generous portion of T
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Sep 7,2008
A Sweet Spot for Vegans
by Veritable Vegan
Conveniently located in the "vegan strip mall" at SE 12th and Stark St. is a delicious little vegan bakery called Sweet Pea . Like its surrounding neighborhood, Sweet Pea is refreshingly unpretentious. The hollow ambience is a bit spartan, the single set of display cases deceptively slim, and the Web site hasn't been updated since shortly after the place opened last December. Still, none of that matters much once you sink your teeth into the pastries. For me, the best time to stop is on the way to work to pick up a muffin, scone or one of the large cinnamon rolls for breakfast, a box of cupcakes to share with the office, or maybe even a giant monster cookie when you just need a whole day's worth of sugar. How sweet! Sweet Pea is located at 1205 SE Stark St.; 503-477-5916.
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Jul 30,2008
Cupcakes for A Cause
by pearlgirl
Have you heard about Cupcakes for A Cause ? Nooooooooooooooooo, not just cause you want one—it's a fundraiser for kids and teens with cancer. During the week of October 20–26, bakeries from across the country are donating a portion of their proceeds from select cupcakes to CancerCare For Kids . All money raised will be used to support their free counseling services for any child who is affected by a cancer diagnosis—either their own or that of a family member. So why am I telling you this now? Simple. Start working out today and build your cupcake-eating muscle. If you're eating cupcakes for a cause , then you need to practice packing those guys away! Head over to Cupcake Jones and let them know you're eating Cupcakes for a Cause—cause you love 'em and cause you love Peter & Lisa for supporting this great event. Happy training!
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Jul 16,2008
North Portland's Sweet Spot
by pearlgirl
Pat DiPrima LeConche has created a community institution in North Portland— and that's just what she intended . LeConche and hubby Robin moved from New York to the Overlook neighborhood in 1993. Unlike New York—where delicious Italian baked goods are readily available—Portland was lacking. Non era buono! So,the second-generation Italian American began to bake... and bake... and bake. She began testing recipes at home and then, after realizing she'd like to serve these delicious baked goods to her friends and neighbors, went to culinary school for a pastry program and bread training. "I was at the point in life that I either went for it or forgot it," she remembers, "so I jumped in with both feet!" On June 13, 2002, LeConche opened DiPrima Dolci (pronounced Dee-preema Dol-chee) Italian Bakery and Cafe just five short blocks from her home. She very intentionally created a neighborhood bakery where her neighbors could commune with eac
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Jul 15,2008
Kids Cook at the Market - Nuvrei Teaches
by nancy
Maurius Popp of Nuvrei Pastries could teach your child how to make home made ice cream! That pretty much defines 'win win' if you ask me. He'll be at the Portland Farmers Market on July 26th as part of the Kids Cook at the Market program. Here's more info about the program, which goes through August, as well as registration for the classes. How would you like to be served strawberry and hazelnut crepes with hand-whipped cream from a Cory Schreiber-trained chef in your own home? It can happen! This summer from June through August, Kids Cook at the Market will bring Portland's premier chefs to the Market to share their skills with children between the ages of seven and eleven. Chefs including Cory Schreiber, founder of Wildwood and now Oregon's Farm to Schools Program coordinator; Peter Schuh of Giorgio's Restaurant; Karen Lasher of Around the Table; Maurius Popp of Nuvrei; Piper Davis of Grand Central Baking; and Heidi Boyce, founder of Peanut Butter & Ellie's wi
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