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• 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 ›

• 7 River View Restaurants in the Portland Area

  PUBLISHED Aug 13, 2019

  Where can you find river view dining in the Portland area? Our picks include a floating restaurant, fine dining, classic American food, a movie location and more. Check out these 7 favorites. The View from Cazadero NW Grill & Bar Big River Bistro (St. Helens, OR) - Located on the Columbia River, in the renovated Muckle Building, ... Read more ›

• Deschutes Brewery's Green Practices

  PUBLISHED Jul 19, 2019

  Dining Out In The NorthWest is committed to Sustainable, Natural, Organic and Regional (SNOR) products and practices, so every now and then we love to feature a local restaurant which focuses on the environment. This time, it’s Deschutes Brewery, who values the Northwest environment and backs it up with a number of eco-friendly practices. Deschutes is ... Read more ›

• 3 Oregon Amusement Parks to Love

  PUBLISHED Jun 12, 2019

  Are you looking for a fun, local family entertainment experience this summer? Here are 3 choices in Oregon which we know you'll enjoy! Enchanted Forest – Turner, Oregon Visiting the Enchanted Forest is fun for all ages. It’s a place where you can visit a world of enchantment with Storybook Lane, Western Town, English Village, rides and ... Read more ›

• 6 Burgers With Attitude

  PUBLISHED May 15, 2019

  Did you know May is National Burger Month? We know that the usual burger toppings will never stop being good, but sometimes you want a burger with personality, right? We’ve searched the Northwest for amazing burgers to share with you! Here are a few of our favorites. Garbage Collector Burger - Beachcomber Pub, Florence The Garbage Collector from ... Read more ›

• Earth Day - Minimizing Food Waste

  PUBLISHED Apr 19, 2019

  Monday, April 22 is Earth Day, an annual day to show our support for eco-friendly issues, products and practices. One way restaurants can become more eco-friendly is to reduce their food waste. Reducing food waste saves money, time, energy, water, natural resources, labor, transportation and more. Learn about how 2 Portland area restaurants minimize waste to ... Read more ›

• Pear Blossom Festival Culinary Events

  PUBLISHED Mar 08, 2019

  The Rogue Valley’s 66th Annual Pear Blossom Festival is coming up April 12th and 13th, 2019.  The festival includes a pageant, parade, run, street fair and food events, including the Pear a Fare, a local artisan food & beverage tent, and the Smudge Pot Stroll, a downtown restaurant event. CULINARY EVENTS Smudge Pot Stroll Restaurant Event April 12th, ... Read more ›

• Beer Bacon Jam Recipe

  PUBLISHED Feb 15, 2019

  Bacon has always been a favorite on its own or in a recipe, but now you can spread it with Beer Bacon Jam!           The uses for Bacon Jam are practically endless. Here’s a few to get you started…  Hamburgers, sandwiches, potato salad, asparagus, fresh tomatoes, grilled cheese, crackers and cheese, spinach salad, fresh garden peas, scrambled ... Read more ›

• 12 Portland Area Healthy Alternatives in Dining

  PUBLISHED Jan 07, 2019

  There's a time to indulge, and a time for healthy alternative options. Whether gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, organic, non-GMO, or natural, take a look at our fantastic Portland area picks for Healthy Alternative dining.   Amelia’s Rustic Mexican Restaurant – Hillsboro Rustic, family Mexican recipes with the freshest of ingredients. 95% of the menu is gluten free and ... Read more ›