Samantha & Peppy
Love these dining companions at Sugar Mama’s! Every table has a unique set, none quite as handsome as these two but maybe I’m partial. Sugar Mama’s fantastic breakfasts! Other “viewfinder” posts: Girl On The Go PDX Viewfinder Super Bowl Eh, Gummy Bears Fun! Bird’s Eye View Wieden & Kennedy...
Read MoreFriendly Food Cart Competition Anyone?
If you feel you are well versed in your food cart knowledge, love to eat, can think quick on your feet and move effortlessly on Tri-Met – then you should call your friends, gather a team, begin training and sign up for the 2nd PDX Cartathlon! March 3, 2012, 10am rain or shine, hungry or not, tennis shoes or those crazy barefoot running socks – Game On! Let me know in the comments if you are up for a little “friendly” competition. Fill your mouth with Sunshine: PDX Cartathlon II 1...
Read MoreWe Can Pickle That!
The line made famous from season 2 of Portlandia has a pretty decent amount of truth to it here in Portland. The 2nd Annual Perfect Pickle Competition, will take place Monday Feb.6th at Holocene from 6-12pm. Pickle Tasting is from 7-8 only. Tickets are $10 and all proceeds go to The Dill Pickle Club, a non-profit organization who’s goal is to broaden people’s knowledge about Portland’s past, present and future. Last September, 12 of Portland’s top chefs were given 10lbs of organic pickling cucumbers with the challenge to create the perfect pickle! Chop won the...
Read MoreI’m Watching You…
I’m watching you and freaking you out! McMenamins Rams Head has these eerie ladies painted in a long row beneath their extensive selection of taps in the bar. Each lady is similar but eerily different. They become more taunting the longer you sit there – starring at them – and if you sit there really long they start to wink at you and mimick your facial expressions! Other viewfinder posts: Girl On The Go PDX Viewfinder Samantha & Peppy Wieden & Kennedy Wall You Illuminate Me The Hawthorne...
Read MoreTop 10 Things I’d Like To See or Try in 2012
Although I seem to be out and about frequently, I often find myself reading through the paper or other blogs and saying ” I’ve always wanted to go there or do that!” Then it’s filed away in the deep caverns of my very “of the moment” mind; only to be brought back to the forefront when I read about it through someone else’s experience. Well that just won’t do anymore! So here is my top 10 list of “I’d Like to See or Try That” in 2012 1. Attend a Rose City Rollers Match 2. Try Paddle Boarding 3. Participate in Pints-to-...
Read MoreBBQ At It’s Best
Smokehouse 21 If you’re not headed to Smokehouse 21 already – you will be once you catch a whiff of the savory smells that begin to permeate the air as you walk down 21st right around Flanders and well past Glisan. The restaurant takes over the small space that was once Tanuki on 21st. The intimate space seats 22 and is painted a mossy green. The decor can be classified as: tasteful BBQ. A mounted Boar’s head adds character to the walls, an ironing board serves as a wait station, the warm wood tables and chairs make the dining room feel comfortable and exactly the type...
Read MoreThe Porcelain Diaries
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