Must Haves

• 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 ›

• 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 ›

• 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 ›

• 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 ›

• Fall Soups in the Northwest

  PUBLISHED Sep 24, 2018

  The Fall season is the time of year when we start craving a flavorful hot soup. Choose a bowl by itself, or pair it with a sandwich or salad for a great lunch or dinner. Check out this delicious and varied selection of soups from restaurants across Oregon and SW Washington. Bier Onion Soup – Gustav’s ... Read more ›

• 9 Brewery Tour

  PUBLISHED Aug 13, 2018

  If you’re heading anywhere along the I-5 corridor from southern Oregon to southwest Washington, along the way there are some excellent choices in craft breweries. Here’s our favorites, all within about a mile of I-5. We start in Ashland and move north to Vancouver, Washington.   ASHLAND Caldera Brewery & Restaurant We like Caldera for their quality ales, lagers, ... Read more ›

• Northwest BBQ

  PUBLISHED May 01, 2018

  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 click the links to find out more. Pick one near you, or take ... Read more ›

• 6 Weird National Food Days

  PUBLISHED Feb 15, 2018

  These days there's a 'National Day of' for almost everything. While some of these special days go overboard, we at Dining Out In The NorthWest feel that everyday is good to celebrate food. Here are a few of our favorite National Food Days. This is an opportunity to try a new food, a new restaurant or a new ... Read more ›