by Tyler James | Mar 29, 2024 | News
As reported by The Oregonian, Camp Namanu, Oregon's oldest camp dedicated to girls' nature experiences, has achieved recognition as a National Historic District within the National Register of Historic Places. Boasting over a century of history, this 552-acre forested...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Mar 29, 2024 | Columbia River Gorge, Featured, Food & Drink, Restaurants, Travel
If you're on your way through the Columbia River Gorge and are looking for a great place to grab breakfast or get some down home cooking, there's a charming little spot in The Dalles you should check out. Cousins' Restaurant has been going strong since 1989, serving...
by Diana Flowers | Mar 27, 2024 | Food & Drink, Restaurants
First things first: the name of this Portland restaurant—GrindWitTryz—causes a lot of people to stumble, so let’s break it down. The owner and head chef is Tryzen Patricio who’s nickname is “Tryz,” (pronounced like the word tries), and in Hawaiian, grind is slang for...
by Diana Flowers | Mar 26, 2024 | Food & Drink, Restaurants
The Humble Pig Cafe opened in August 2019, which in retrospect, was not the most ideal time to start a business since the Covid-19 pandemic hit in early 2020 and effectively shut the entire world down as we know it. And yet, like the mighty phoenix, the Humble Pig...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Mar 25, 2024 | Featured, Food & Drink, Interesting, Portland, Restaurants, Travel, Willamette Valley
Mouthwatering pies in a dozen tasty varieties, coffee and breakfast sandwiches make the Bipartisan Cafe in Portland, Oregon my kind of place. This is the perfect spot to sit and chat with friends and loved ones, enjoy a good meal, and treat yourself to the best pies...
by Tyler James | Mar 25, 2024 | Adventures
Alright taco lovers, gather around because I've got some spicy news that'll make your taste buds dance! Salem's Riverfront Park is about to be transformed into a taco paradise. Yes, you read that right! On May 4, the Northwest Taco Fest is rolling in with a lineup of...
by Tyler James | Mar 25, 2024 | News
In Oregon, the landscape of small-scale farming is undergoing a seismic shift due to recent regulatory changes affecting water rights and farm operations. These changes are casting a shadow over the future of family farms and local agriculture, invoking a series of...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Mar 24, 2024 | Drink, Featured, Food, Food & Drink, Interesting, Portland, Restaurants, Travel, Western Oregon, Willamette Valley
Colorful drinks, a large tropical themed outdoor patio surrounded by greenery, and oh so delicious authentic Hawaiian food make Noho's in Portland a must-visit when in the Rose City. When you visit, you're taking a deep dive into love filled, home-cooked Hawaiian food...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Mar 23, 2024 | Adventures, Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, Interesting, Salem, Summer Break, Summer Vacation, Things To Do, Travel, Willamette Valley
Recently Yelp, known for reviews of restaurants, attractions and other businesses, compiled a list of America's top 10 family friendly destinations. The ten cities that made the cut were cities that matched the 'good for kids' attribute on Yelp and had high searches...
by Danielle Denham | Mar 23, 2024 | Beyond Oregon, Featured, News
If Oregon's 2017 total solar eclipse is any indication, travel to the eastern side of the U.S. to view April 2024's redux is going to be crazy. Quaint towns and remote areas across the U.S. are gearing up for an influx of eclipse enthusiasts eager to witness the awe...
