More lovely tunics from Paris line Deca are back at Physical Element. Due to popular request, they now have this wonderful versatile top in both khaki AND black.This piece looks great alone, or with a slim tee underneath. Wear it over jeans, leggings, or slim trousers for effortless and noteworthy style. more...

The Food Dude is cookin'. Read his interview with Park Kitchen's Scott Dolich.Portland Food & Drink Interview with Scott Dolich (Park Kitchen) more...

I've watched the build out of SoLo Bar for many months now. The subtle, yet eye-catching curved metal awning that covers the descent into the space below Office Max (in Lovejoy Square, on Lovejoy between 13th and 14th) beckoned me to "Look inside" long before there was anything to see. A few weeks ago, I noticed that the boards nailed over the entry were removed and a wooden door stood in its place. Talk about having an Alice in more...

The time to vote is drawing near. A pearl neighbor sent me the following voting primer to help navigate the slate of candidates in the upcoming election. Her desire is to inform you of your choices and encourage you to vote... nothing more, nothing less.Thanks, neighbor!Voting Primer more...

Not one...Not two...but THREE new Skoda cars will be added to the streetcar system.Please be advised that the streetcar will not be in service all day on Saturday, April 22nd and until 1pm on Sunday, April 23. Shuttle service will be available both days via TriMet buses. more...

The Pearl District Neighborhood Association invites you to find out what is going on in the "hood". Be a part of building our future: Your vision, issues, and concerns are important to us. All Pearl District residents & workers are welcome.Juice, coffee and pastries provided.The Gallery Room@Paragon Restaurant13th & HoytSaturday, April 22, 20069:30a.m. – 11:00 more...

I recently went to La Vanguardia for lunch. After reading numerous reviews, most of them bad, I just had to see for myself. The interior is sparse and loud but that doesn't bother me. I like concrete floors and noisier spaces. Service was decent, but given the lack of patrons, it seemed a bit slow. My friends and I started by trying the Mega Borracho salsa while deciding what to eat. While the salsa was good (not great) 5 bucks for a more...

Kanani Pearl is expanding its hours to include Mondays, 12-6pm beginning April 17TH. What a great day for a little stress relief! The Sunday hours at Kanani Pearl have also changed to 12-6pm.Try the new Express Facial:This refreshing treatment is perfect for people on-the-go.This is an express version of our Epicuren Enzyme Facial and designed for those want to experience the effects of this amazing line for healthy, radiant skin and to more...

Extra MSG writes about the opening day of the Portland Farmers Market. The Pearl location will not open until June 1, but you can streetcar to PSU on Saturdays (8:30am-2pm). The PSU market opened on April 1st. There is also be a downtown farmers market that will open on May 3 (10am-2pm).Farmers Market Article more...

Portland Food and Drink has revisited Park Kitchen and has posted a new review that sings the praises of Scott Dolich and company.Here's a bit about how PFAD reviews restaurants:Every restaurant gets at least three visits before it is reviewed. I try to have a wide sampling of dishes, and go on different nights of the week. Most are rated on a scale of one to four stars, but if they have been open less than 90 days, I usually wait more...