After the glorious poutine, of course, boquerones are my favorite snack, but like poutine it is a rare occurrence that you’ll find them on a Portland menu. And a local version used to be nonexistent . . .
Posted on 12 July 2010
After the glorious poutine, of course, boquerones are my favorite snack, but like poutine it is a rare occurrence that you’ll find them on a Portland menu. And a local version used to be nonexistent . . .
Posted on 07 July 2010
Of course the first rule of cooling down is drink cold, cold beer. I’ve got some other ideas too though!
Posted on 21 June 2010
For the second year in a row Heather and I descended upon Astoria, Oregon for the Scandinavian Midsummer Festival.
Posted on 26 May 2010
Nelscott Reef, near Lincoln City, is home to the annual Nelscott Reef Tow In Classic surfing competition. The Classic is Oregon’s only professional big wave surfing contest, and draws competitors from around the world.
Posted on 12 May 2010
Reviews of campgrounds within a couple hours drive of Portland.
Posted on 17 February 2010
Last weekend we visited Astoria, Oregon for Valentines Day weekend . . .
Posted on 04 January 2010
I have exactly two Pixie related early childhood memories.
Posted on 09 November 2009
Storm watching builds up a thirst and appetite.
Posted on 08 November 2009
As luck would have it the weekend we chose to make a trip to the coast featured prime storm watching.
Posted on 30 July 2009
The Tillamook County Creamery Association was established by dairy farmers in 1909, making this year the 100th anniversary of Tillamook Cheese. To celebrate this auspicious anniversary, the folks from Tillamook are throwing their 100th Anniversary Celebration at Portland’s Pioneer Courthouse Square Friday, July 31st from 10am to 4pm. Tillamook’s mascots, Tillie the cow and Loafy, [...]