When I walk into a café, there are a few key indicators that I look for, and what beans they’re brewing is one of the biggies. When I see bags of Bows & Arrows, I know I’m in a solid place. This...
It should be mentioned right from the start that, by and large, I’m a big fan of the Oregon wine industry. Their ability to craft world-class Pinot Noir in a wide range of styles is impressive, and...
Bailey's, Godiva, Karlova, Southern Comfort... The list goes on for the players of caramel liqueur. The latest to the game is kkAda, the Marysville, Washington-based producer that separates itself...
There seems to be an intriguing trend hitting the streets of Portland. Over the past few years, chefs have been developing dishes with flavors that are growing larger and more complex but the...
Powell Street Craft Brewery is 4,500-square-feet of brewhouse artisanship in Vancouver's East Village. The brewery, which consists of separate "micro" and "nano" brewhouses, and lounge, which is...
Every year in the spring I start my basil from seed for harvest later in the summer. Once my basil plants have grown fragrant and full, I spend a few hours carefully trimming off each basil leaf in...