The Covid-19 pandemic hit local businesses hard, causing many of them to shutter their doors for good. These closures devastated the communities they serve and it got us thinking about all the other Oregon companies that have come…
There are few brunch restaurants in Portland with more name recognition than the Tin Shed on NE Alberta Street. The Tin Shed Garden Cafe was first opened back in 2002 by Christie Griffin and Janette Kaden. At the…
Nehalem is one of my favorite cities in Oregon, sitting slightly inland from the cute beach town of Manzanita. Nehalem itself is a very small town, but it happens to be home to one of the best breakfast…
When most people think about climbing in and around Redmond, the first thing that comes to mind is the famed Smith Rock State Park, which has been a destination for climbers all over the world since the early…
So many restaurants out there claim to serve “authentic” Italian food, but when the Curbside Italian Kitchen in Silverton says it—they really mean it! The owners, Pietro Sangiorgi and Giulia Burato, are actually from Verona, Italy and purchased…
In West Eugene, on the corner of Echo Hollow Road and Barger Drive and next to four other carts, lies a bright orange food truck that serves some of the best, most authentic, homemade Mexican food you can…
Those of us who grew up in the 80s share a lot of cultural touchstones, but few reach the level of the seminal masterpiece, The Goonies. If you’re anything like me and can easily roll off Goonies quotes,…
Real talk, y’all: I love a thrift store. Like, I’m kinda obsessed with thrifting, second-hand shopping, and vintage-shopping in all its forms. On any road trip I make it a point to seek out the coolest and most…
If you like the look and feel of a classic pub, friendly staff, great beer and even greater fish and chips, then head to Bill’s Tavern and Brewshouse on the main drag in Cannon Beach. This historic building…
If you’re looking for authentic Italian food including housemade pasta, pizza, desserts, and craft cocktails, there’s simply no better option than Sorella in Nye Beach, Newport. Sorella is the creation of Justin Wills, who’s no stranger to the…
There are few activities as wholesome and fun as putt-putt golf. Whether you’re out with the kids, on a date, or hanging out with friends, a good game of miniature golf is sure to please everyone in your…
If the word “omelette” is in the name of your restaurant and proudly featured on the sign out front, you better be able to deliver on what you advertise. Not to worry, dear reader, because Sybil’s has done…
