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1. The Corn Dog (Rockaway Beach, 1930s) George and Versa Boyington ran a small hot dog stand on the beach, selling the dogs to tourists and locals alike. When coastal rains inevitably came and ruined the buns, George came up with the idea of cooking a "bun" as needed....
"Hey Napoleon, gimme some of your tots!" Did you know that the crispy, golden tater tot found its humble beginnings right here in Oregon? More on that in a moment, but first, The Tater Tot Festival! The City of Ontario, Oregon will be holding its first annual...
If you're in love with In-N-Out Burger's delicious fries and burgers and live in the Portland Metro area, you may soon be able to grab your favorite meal close to home. In-N-Out Bought A New Property In Tualatin Oregon The Portland Business Journal recently reported...
When the original little red-painted building burned nearly to the ground in July 2019, a community mourned. The cafe was a pit stop en route to the coast for Oregonians since the 1920s. I remember visiting Otis Cafe at its old location on the way to visit friends in...
Are you looking to explore Lincoln City, Oregon? You are at the right place. Lincoln City Beach was voted one of the best beaches in the US and has been one of Oregon's best kept secrets for decades. Picturesque sunsets, sandy beaches, gorgeous rainforests, and quaint...
With warmer weather here there couldn't be a better time for ice cream on those amazing Oregon road trips. We have the perfect spot for you to drop in if you happen to be in the Columbia River Gorge and are looking for a tasty summer treat. With foot tall ice cream...
It's not really a trip to the Oregon coast if you don't stop for some delicious, locally caught seafood. One of our favorite spots for fresh fish and chips is a food truck in Garibaldi Oregon, which serves tender fish with a light and crispy batter. The Sea Baron will...
From scenic coastal vistas, to incredible sand labyrinths and delicious restaurants, there are plenty of reasons to visit Bandon on the southern Oregon coast. One of our favorite things to do when in Bandon is head to the Bandon Fish Market for tasty fresh fish and...
Zip lines, whitewater rafting, incredible wineries, mountain biking, pretty hikes and incredible vistas: Southern Oregon's Rogue Valley is a hub for adventure and relaxation. One of our favorite things to do in the Rogue Valley is take a zip line tour with Rogue...
Willamette Valley Vineyards in Turner Oregon is well known for it's beautiful scenery, good wine, and sustainable wine production practices. Visitors enjoy the expansive patio and viewing Mary's Peak from the 65-foot lookout tower, but now there's a new way to enjoy...
You haven't truly lived until you've tried an artisan caramel apple pie so fresh it tastes like it was plucked right out of an apple tree in the Willamette Valley. The same can be said of a fresh apricot crunch pie, or a delicious artisan peach raspberry pie....
Every year Oregonians trek to Newport Oregon for fun at the beach, nature exploration, good food and time with family and friends. You can find this cozy coastal town in Lincoln county and you may recognize it as the place "Sometimes A Great Notion" was filmed,...