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• Mouth-Watering Northwest BBQ

  PUBLISHED Aug 01, 2020

  One thing's for sure, American’s love barbecue! While the Northwest isn't known as a hotbed of barbecue, we still have many delicious, mouth-watering barbecue restaurants that make for some tough choices of where to eat. Take a look at our favorites here in Oregon and SW Washington and click the links to find out more. Pick one near ... Read more ›

• What to Expect with In-Restaurant Dining

  PUBLISHED Jun 17, 2020

  We love our local restaurants for the amazing food, great people and unique experiences. Many of us are ready to get back to in-restaurant dining, so if you haven’t been out to eat in a while, please know that your local restaurants are doing everything they can to ensure your safety. Here’s what to expect ... Read more ›

• Make it for Mom - Mother's Day Take-Out

  PUBLISHED May 04, 2020

  It’s not too late to make your plans for Mother’s Day take-out. Many restaurants are offering Mother's Day Brunch or Dinner. Check with your local restaurant to find what they're offering. Plus, here’s a list of great ideas near you to help you Make it for Mom!   Annette’s – Salem Choose your favorite entree and make sure ... Read more ›

• Support Our Economy: Take-Out & Delivery

  PUBLISHED Mar 17, 2020

  Northwest Diners: By now you’re aware that restaurant dining rooms are temporarily closed. However, many of your local restaurants are still open for take-out and delivery. Please check your restaurant’s website or give the restaurant a call for their delivery and take out options. You can also search for a local restaurant on this site. For more than ... Read more ›

• Unique Northwest Tacos

  PUBLISHED Feb 21, 2020

  Our local restaurants serve a variety of delicious tacos with unique flavors and special ingredients. Check out our picks from around the northwest!   Bend Brewing - Bend Overlook the Deschutes River with a hand-crafted brew and a taco made with Carlton Farms pork, cabbage, cilantro and spicy sour cream. It's served with homemade chips and the locally produced O’Hana ... Read more ›

• Chef Tim's Street Tacos Recipe

  PUBLISHED Jan 12, 2020

  Here's one of Chef Tim McDonald's favorites, presented at a past Bite of Oregon. Chef Tim says it 'tastes fan-frikkin-tastic.' Pork Al Pastor Yields: 60 FLOZ Ingredients: 1 OZ: SPICE CUMIN SEED WHL toasted 8 OZ: PINEAPPLE WHOLE chopped 2 FLOZ: HERBS OREGANO de stemmed 4 FLOZ: VINEGAR APPLE CIDER 50 GRAIN 8 OZ: GARLIC PLD WHL 5 LB: ONIONS WHT JMBO SACK diced 4 OZ: BASE ANCHO CHILI CONC 14 OZ: PEPPERS CHIPOTLE W/ADOBO SCE 32 OZ: JUICE PINEAPL 16 LB: PORK BUTT ... Read more ›

• Mt Hood Restaurant Picks

  PUBLISHED Dec 16, 2019

  Are you heading to Mt. Hood this winter? We’ve got a number of special choices for dining, each with a unique take on the Mt. Hood experience. Click the website links for more information and enjoy your visit to Mt. Hood!   Barlow Trail Roadhouse – Dating back to 1926, the Barlow Trail Roadhouse is an authentic log cabin. This ... Read more ›

• Helping Others for the Holidays

  PUBLISHED Nov 19, 2019

  Many of our local restaurants are supporting a needy charity this holiday season. You could help your favorite restaurant with a toy drive, food drive, monetary donation, or time. Whether you can donate or become a volunteer, every little bit helps. Choose to give at your local restaurant, or consider what you can do to ... Read more ›

• Northwest Cozy Fireside Dining

  PUBLISHED Oct 18, 2019

  Whether it’s a romantic occasion or simply a rainy day, the crackling, popping and warmth of a restaurant fireplace enhances your dining experience and lifts your mood. There are many wonderful restaurants with fireplaces around the Northwest. Please enjoy our recommendations.   Caldera Brewery and Restaurant – Ashland A warm fireplace in the dining room adds to Caldera’s ... Read more ›

• Klamath Basin Brewing Harnesses the Earth's Heat for Eco-Friendly Brewing

  PUBLISHED Sep 09, 2019

  Here's a sustainability story that was so intriguing we just had to share it. The Klamath Basin Brewing Company (KBB) and their brewpub, enjoy the benefits of the earth’s internal heat! Video Segment from 'The Green Economy' The Brewing Process Klamath Basin Brewing is the only known brewing process that uses geothermally heated water for beer production. Under the ... Read more ›