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Top Ten's in Portland

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

Rumpspankers Beyond Broth



This is hands down THE BEST FOOD I have had in Portland, OR. It's a little known hole in the wall with a very cozy, quirky atmosphere, eclectic menu and funny, friendly staff: a husband and wife team.

Their menu consists of breakfast, lunch and dinner. American Pho', Sustainable Earth Salads, BBQ and Sandwiches. The Rosemary Potato Cakes are delightfully flavorful and the Black and Blue is the ...

Thursday, October 4th, 2007

Gustav's Pub & Grill



If you are looking for really ridiculously good German food for really ridiculously cheap prices then Gustav's Happy Hour is the way to go!

Gustav's also has excellent ambiance and stellar service!

I am addicted to their Swiss Cheese Fondue (only $3.99) and there is none that can rival their Happy Shepherd's Pie ($3.99 as well).

They have five convenient locations: Clackamas, PDX Airport, Portland, Vancouver and Washington Square.

Hours:

11 ...

Monday, July 2nd, 2007

www.shirtsforlimbs.com



wweek.com - A Leg Up. Need prosthetic. Will sell T-shirt for money.
KATU.com - This story helped Tarver buy a leg
KATU.com - Man raising money for leg needs more help
Tarver Hannant - Is this really communication???

Monday, July 2nd, 2007

La Calaca Comelona



La Calaca Comelona or The Hungry Skeleton in English is by far the only authentic Mexican restaurant I've been to in Portland, OR.

Their food and beverages are nothing short of exceptional. I chose the Torta Asada and a Tropicana. They were both packed with flavor and very generous portion wise. Whether you decide to sit inside or out, the atmosphere is spacious and decorative.

They are open ...

Tuesday, June 5th, 2007

See Portland by jet boat


Having lived in Portland for almost twenty years I finally got around to taking a trip down the Willamette in one of those super fun tourist jet boats. My beau and I took the two-hour excursion and I highly recommend it. It runs from North Portland all the way down to the Oregon City falls. Along the way we saw great blue herons, eagles, osprey nests, turkey ...

Thursday, May 24th, 2007

Pastini Pastaria, Excellent and Affordable Italian Food in Portland, OR



Step aside Old Spaghetti Factory and Olive Garden, hello Pastini Pastaria! A friend of mine is addicted to this place. He took me and another friend out to dinner a few evenings ago and now we crave their food as well. Not only is the food phenomenal, but the prices are ridiculously wallet friendly. Whether you are a carnivore, a vegetarian, or a seafood ...

Sunday, May 13th, 2007

Townshend's Alberta Street Tea House, The Best Bar in Portland, OR



"Portland: America's new coffee capital?" This was the question posed by Zach Dundas in the October 11th, 2006 edition of the Willamette Week, but in this land of coffee, there also exists a world of tea. Townshend's Alberta Street Tea House is by far the best bar in Portland, OR. The best tea bar that is. The tea guide is very ...

Thursday, May 10th, 2007

Albina Press, Another Great Coffeehouse in Portland, OR



Living in Portland, it seems unnatural, almost even inconceivable to dislike coffee, but it's true, I have never really been a fan of that small brown bean which is as gold to some who live here. That is until I discovered Albina Press. Never have I experienced a beverage this smooth and dreamy. Their mingling of Stumptown coffee beans and milk ...

Thursday, May 10th, 2007

In Search of the Perfect Breakfast



If you are a foodie like me, particularly a breakfast nut, this is a list of what not to miss for the most important meal of the day in Portland.

Original Hotcake and Steakhouse - 1002 SE Powell Blvd. - The perfect ‘greasy spoon’ joint for a satisfying breakfast, complete with a jukebox for added retro ambience. Open 24 hours!

Bijou Café - 132 SW 3rd Ave. - Their ...

Wednesday, March 28th, 2007

Powell’s Books


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Powell’s Books is a book lover’s paradise. My relatives from Seattle have this store on their must stop by list. When I desire a math or computer book I stop in the technical book store. More time than not I have spent my food budget on books. Powell’s has new, used and out of print books. The Books for Home and ...