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Dec 2,2008
Rain or shine, Portland beckons
by stockboy
PORTLAND, Ore.—"Why everyone in the world hasn't up and moved to Portland is a mystery. " In this great article in the Chicago Tribune the author compares Chicago to Portland and takes a whirlwind tour of our great city.
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Dec 2,2008
Local Chef Dishes It Up on Martha Stewart Show
by pearlgirl
On Thursday, December 4 at 11 a.m., a local Portland chef will appear live on the Martha Stewart Show . He'll join Martha in the kitchen to prepare two recipes from his new cookbook, including a holiday dish of roast duck with cherries and savory bread pudding. Still don't know who it is? Find out here .
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Nov 21,2008
Ben & Jerry's Offers Daily Happy Hour
by pearlgirl
Did you know that Ben and Jerry's has a Happy Hour every day from 3-6 p.m.? Hells yeah. They offer all smoothies , shakes, and Chillo Coolers for $3.95. Cool deal, huh? And, on Monday thru Friday from 3-6 p.m., you get a free waffle cone with a purchase of a regular or large scoop. I'm pretty sure that will make the Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl extra tasty! Chocolate dipped waffle cones are only $1.00. Happy hour available at Uptown Center and Pearl District Scoop Shops.
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Nov 20,2008
Nuvrei Dessert Winners Announced
by pearlgirl
Last week, we introduced Nuvrei's holiday desserts and gave readers two ways to win a scrumptious Nuvrei dessert for their Thanksgiving celebration. The bakery had a really amazing response and would like to thank all of you who came down to enter the drawing. We'd like to thank those of you who gave Nuvrei a little love in the comment section of the post. The winners should contact Melissa at 503-546-3032 or info@nuvrei.com within the next few days. She will take your information and place your order. Congrats! Christopher Lopez is the lucky winner of a Nuvrei Autumn Tart. Katie Gilmer is the lucky winner of a Nuvrei Hazelnut Pumpkin Cake. And, Nuvrei has just announced its first Behind the Scenes Event on Saturday, November 22. The event is already half full, so give 'em a call if you'd like to attend.
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Nov 19,2008
Thanksgiving Resource Guide » Preparing the Feast (Part 2)
by pearlgirl
Portland has a bounty of local wine retailers, specialty cheese shops, and bakeries. Many are offering something special just for the Thanksgiving table. We sourced a great list of wine and cheese recommendations, special holiday breads and scrumptious holiday desserts. Enjoy! Wine Cork: A Bottle Shop Concordia 2901 NE Alberta St 503.281.2675 ( more info )
Mon–Sat, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun, noon–5 p.m.
Northwest District 1715 NW Lovejoy St 503.501.5028 Tues–Sat, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun, noon–5 p.m. Closed Mondays
Closed Thanksgiving Recommendation: Touraine La Briderie, 2007 - from the Loire Valley in France its made from gamay noir, cabernet franc, and malbec grapes. It has that lovely earthiness that goes well with roast turkey. $18 Hip Chicks Do Wine Reed 4510 SE 23rd Ave. 503.234.3790 ( more info )
Open daily,
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Nov 18,2008
Thanksgiving Resource Guide » Dine Out or Take Out
by pearlgirl
If you're not ambitious in the kitchen, Portland has a whole host of great restaurants happy to host your Thanksgiving celebration. Whether you want to dine out or take out, they've got you covered. Be sure to call ahead, because seats are going fast! Dine Out Aquariva Italian Kitchen
South Portland
0470 SW Hamilton Court Open 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
503.802.5850 Aquariva is serving a special Thanksgiving menu and its casual Sunday menu all day on Thanksgiving. Blossoming Lotus Pearl District
925 NW Davis 1st Seating at 2 p.m., 2nd seating at 5 p.m. Reservations required, 503.228.0048x2
See the menu Country Cat*** (added 11/18) Montavilla 7937 SE Stark St Open 2–7:30 p.m.
503.408.1414 See the menu Country Cat will serve a special menu at a set price. $40 per person. Price does not include beverages or gratuity
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Nov 17,2008
Thanksgiving Resource Guide » Preparing the Feast (part 1)
by pearlgirl
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Whether you're hosting or attending a holiday celebration, carnivore or herbivore, eating in or dining out, we've put together a Thanksgiving Resource Guide to address your needs. This guide is broken into four parts: Preparing the Feast (Part 1) – Where to get supplies, troubleshooting tips, and a recipe for the perfect turkey. Preparing the Feast (Part 2) – Where to find Thanksgiving wines, breads and desserts in Portland neighborhoods. Go Out or Take Out – Where to feast on Thanksgiving Day and where to find Thanksgiving take out. Things to do – Get out and explore! Supplies for the Holiday Feast Portland Farmers Market Downtown & Buckman Thanksgiving Feastival at Portland Farmers Market (PSU) November 22, 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Eastbank Thanksgiving Reunion at Portland Farmers Market
November 25, 1–5 p.m. Food Fight
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Nov 17,2008
Is Your Neighborhood A Food Desert?
by pearlgirl
According to Wikipedia, "A food desert is a district with little or no access to foods needed to maintain a healthy diet , but often served by plenty of fast food restaurants." It may surprise you to learn that there are such places in Portland. Food deserts are problematic because they prevent access in three forms: physical, financial and mental (food knowledge). A recent article in the Oregonian chronicles one family's exhaustive journey for one of life's necessities. It's pretty disheartening. Neighbors, is your neighborhood a food desert? How should the problem be addressed? Ideas???
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Nov 14,2008
Pearl Safeway Grand Opening Today (photo tour)
by pearlgirl
Safeway officials are proud to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Pearl Safeway with Portland City Commissioner Nick Fish and Multnomah County Commissioner Jeff Cogen. As part of the Grand Opening, Safeway customers and employees will celebrate a new Portland Division fundraising record for the October Breast Cancer Awareness campaign by donating over $1.3 million to local breast cancer research, treatment, and support services. The Grand Opening will mark the first for Safeway's Portland Division since April of 2007, when it opened its King Road Safeway in Milwaukie, OR. The Portland Division includes stores in Oregon and Southwest Washington, and the Pearl Safeway is the Division's 117th store. The first store built within the geographical area of the Portland Division was in 1924 in Burns, OR. The first store built within the city of Portland was in 1927. Today, Safeway operates 18 stores within the city of Portland, and the Pearl Safeway is the second
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Nov 14,2008
Puppy Love » Happy Hour for Animal Lovers (Save the Date!)
by pearlgirl
Puppy love: call yourself an animal lover? We'll drink to that (with you, of course). Vault Martini and Neighborhood Notes have joined forces in hosting Portland's exclusive monthly happy hour for animal lovers. Every last Monday of the month, Vault will donate 15% of event proceeds to our favorite Portland animal non-profit organizations. Happy hour cocktails and food will be offered 5-8:30 p.m. Mark your calendar for Monday, November 24th, when we'll raise our glasses (and forks) to the Pixie Project . Pixie Project facilitates adoption and healthy lifestyles for thousands of dogs and cats each year. Puppy party favors will be given to the first 20 guests. Big thanks to everybody who joined us in October for "Cocktails for Kitties," benefiting the Feral Cat Coalition . Your happy hour donation has contributed to "kitty contraception" citywide. Cheers! More About Nemo (in photo) Hey there! Nemo here! I am a 5 year old German Shepherd / s
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