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Spectators at the PDX Adult Soapbox Derby watch with big smiles on their faces as a racer zooms by on a trike with a mounted alligator head on the front.
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Summer events coming in hot to Portland
Make the most of the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer.
April 29, 2024 03:14 PM
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Ben McBee
People gathered in a restaurant with a wood paneled ceiling, blue accents, white tables, and plants lined up in a row.
Food
Mermosa PDX celebrates a ‘siren’ ancestor, freedom, and the flavors of Haiti, France, and the American South
The new restaurant in the former Southland Whiskey Kitchen space on Northwest 23rd Avenue serves brunch and dinner with a fusion of flavors inspired by a 19th-century family love story.
July 21, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A photo of the exterior of Montelupo Italian Market
Food
Go out and grab global flavors for your feast
These Portland area international markets and grocery stores stock their shelves with items you probably won’t find at Fred Meyer.
July 20, 2023
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Ben McBee
Martin Skegg and Mallory Smith, founders of Alt Wine Fest, sit on the lawn sipping wine with lavender and vineyards in the background.
Food
Q+A: Mallory Smith, co-founder of Alt Wine Fest
Together with business partner Martin Skegg, she planted the seed of recognition for Oregon-grown wines that aren’t pinot noir. The event’s sprouted into a showcase of wonderful lesser-known grape varieties — and it’s back for a third year.
July 12, 2023
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Ben McBee
portland spirit bigfoot cruise pdx
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Your ultimate guide to tours of Portland
Explore the City of Roses through the lens of history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
July 11, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
four bottles of wine
Sponsored
Meet the pair behind Valo, the new winery shaking up the industry
Since launching in 2018, Valo has consistently turned out high-quality wines made with locally-grown grapes.
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An electric light display that spells out L-O-V-E at night
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Date night ideas for every type of Portlander
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the City of Roses.
July 5, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
People shopping at the grand opening of Portland Gear's new store in Washington Square.
Work
Made in Portland: 18 things grown in the City of Roses
From brands to bands, Portland’s business scene is truly inspired.
July 1, 2023
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Ben McBee
Picnic approved ice cream | Photo via Salt & Straw
Food
Get a taste of Portland as a flavor of ice cream
From marionberry to chocolate stout, these are the ice cream flavors you said best describe our city.
June 12, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A server holds a poster for the Dining Out For Life fundraiser at a restaurant.
Food
Support Portland organizations serving the HIV community by dining out this month
More than 30 local restaurants and cafes have joined this year’s Dining Out For Life fundraiser, taking place June 20-22.
June 7, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
The interior of Kann in Portland shows a modern space with a long table with a wall of firewood behind it.
Culture
Kann you believe it? Gregory Gourdet’s Haitian restaurant wins big at 2023 James Beard Awards
The eatery, which blends Caribbean cuisine with Pacific Northwest ingredients, adds “Best New Restaurant” to its impressive list of accolades.
June 6, 2023
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Ben McBee
A coffee cafe with a natural wood counter.
Live
Order up: your guide to Portland’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
June 5, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A close-up of a hand holding a doughnut topped with s'mores ingredients in front of a tree.
Food
Take a bite out of Portland specials for National Doughnut Day
Many doughnut shops across the metro area will offer specials, discounts, and freebies on Friday, June 2, 2023.
June 1, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A basket full of crispy golden jojos.
Culture
What’s a jojo? Ask outside the PNW and prepare for confusion
Colloquialisms are tasty.
May 31, 2023
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Ben McBee
Several plates of food on two blue tables pushed together with people leaning over and eating.
Wellness
Try our itinerary for a laid-back summer day in Portland
From floating in style on the Willamette River to toasting an early happy hour, this guide will help you kick back and relax while still getting out of the house.
May 18, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A spread of Mediterranean cuisine at Zula in Northwest Portland includes filo pastry, various salads, hummus, labneh, pita bread, and cocktails.
Food
Take your tastebuds to Tel Aviv at Northwest Portland’s Zula
The new restaurant on Northwest 23rd Avenue has a straightforward menu showcasing memorable Mediterranean flavors that will leave you feeling refreshed.
May 10, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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