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Restaurant Of The Year 2010 Runner-Up: Castanga
Special Section Ten years in, Hawthorne Boulevard’s only successful fine-dining venture has dramatically reinvented itself, under the leadership of lauded chef Matt Lightner, in a transformation no less surprising than, say, the phrase “Senator Al Franken.” The understated, almost severe dining room that once ... More
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Tasty N Sons: Restaurant Of The Year 2010
John Gorham makes us hungry and happy again, and this time it’s at brunch.
Special Section Photos by Chris RyanIn the 18 years Willamette Week has chosen a Restaurant of the Year, never once has a single chef received the honor twice—until now. In 2007, we picked Toro Bravo, John Gorh ... More
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Blue-Chip Cheap Eats
Five of our favorite budget bites.
Special Section Bui Tofu’s all about excellent, fresh tofu, whether it’s fried and coated in lemongrass ($3), served hot ’n’ plain with soy sauce (60 cents for 8 ounces) or ... More
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Good Mornings
Brunches worth waiting for.
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Bakery BarStep away from the beguiling bakery case—filled with moist cakes, crumbly scones and Earl Grey shortbread
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Road Trip
Eating well outside of Portland.
Special Section VANCOUVER: For a good dinner just across the river, grab a New York-style pie at 360 Pizzeria (3425 SE 192nd Ave., 360-260-3605) or Higgins-esque Northwest cuisine at Roots (19215 SE ... More
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Neighborhood Gems
Excellent eats wherever you call home.
Special Section IMAGE: Taylor SchefstromSellwood: Jade TeahouseLucy and April Eklund’s airy cafe offers dozens of teas from around the world, delightful pastries and enormous platters of Thai and Vietnamese sta ... More
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Top-Flight Food Carts
Five reasons Portland has the nation’s best street food.
Special Section ArtigianoRachael Grossman and Tyler Johnston’s bright red trailer serves handmade gnocchi, ravioli and fettuccine along with a half-dozen ... More
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How To Order Wine
An expert explains how to get better booze for your buck.
Special Section For many people, going to a restaurant and trying to pick a bottle off the wine list is an exercise fraught with fear, resentment and the occasional prayer. Being in the wine b ... More
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Cheese, Please
The city’s best cheese plates.
Special Section IMAGE: Roger BongCheese seems to have become practically mandatory on Portland restaurant menus. Problem is, too often the cheese is there only for show—all style and no substance. But some chef ... More
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Too New To Review
And coming soon.
Special Section IMAGE: Darryl JamesAte-Oh-Ate 2452 E Burnside St., 445-6101.A Hawaiian plate lunch spot from the Simpatica crew. Caffe Autogrill 6446 SW Capitol Highway, 892-9999.A cafe from the owners of Alba Ost ... More
Oct 20, 2010 12:00 amSmörgåsbord
Special Section Five Chefs’ Favorite CookbooksBen Bettinger, Beaker & FlaskAll of Mario Batali’s books. “A lot of his cookbooks have been very influential on me. I like his simplicity. It’s a ... More
Oct 20, 2010 12:00 am by WW Editorial StaffHigh Fives
Special Section FIVE PRIX FIXE DEALSTabla: 200 Northeast 28th Ave. An appetizer, half pasta and entree for $24.BeWon: 1203 NW 23rd Ave. Seven courses for $24.95 (two-person minimum).Daily Cafe in the Pearl: 902 NW 13 ... More
Oct 20, 2010 12:00 am by WW Editorial StaffGlossary
Special Section Boquerones: Spanish white anchovies, usually cured in vinegar and packed in oil.Compressed fruit or vegetables: These items have been squished in a vacuum sealer to make them look like jewels.Farro: W ... More
Oct 20, 2010 12:00 am by WW Editorial StaffWhere The Pros Eat
Local food professional's guides to neighborhood dining.
Special Section Click on a Pro below for their guide to a neighborhood! Aaron Zieske - Bar Manager Ten 01 Jaret Foster - Senior Market Manager, Portland Farmers Market Julie Richardson - Co-owner, Baker ... More
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