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Award-winning PNW chef heads up Bellpine at Ritz-Carlton

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Two-time James Beard Award semifinalist for best chef, Jack Strong, just became the executive chef for Bellpine at the Ritz-Carlton Portland in the summer. . Before that, he was at the Allison Inn and Spa in Newberg for nearly four years. The born-and-raised...

The Portland Mercury

Where to Dine In and Get Takeout for Thanksgiving

Making a Thanksgiving feast is no mean feat. Maybe you can’t stand the smell of Brussels sprouts permeating your kitchen, or pie crust is your sworn enemy. Perhaps your tiny apartment kitchen could never dream of roasting a 20-pound bird. Whatever your reasons, the Mercury is here to help with our list of restaurants for Thanksgiving dine-in and takeout.

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Oregon Zoo: Tula-tu shows 'encouraging signs' amid battle with elephant herpes virus

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Tula-Tu, the Oregon Zoo’s elephant calf, is “showing encouraging signs” as she battles the potentially life-threatening elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus, or EEHV. Zoo staff said she was diagnosed with EEHV last week, a latent virus present in nearly all Asian elephants in the...

Portland, OR · 7d

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Museum to host largest gathering of Willamette Valley wineries in decades

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The largest gathering of Willamette Valley wineries in decades is coming to the Portland Art Museum for a one-of-a-kind tasting extravaganza. It’s a rare chance to explore wine, learn from the makers, and take in art with a fresh lens. “Harvest Celebration: Where Wine & Art Meet” is happening Wednesday, Nov. […]

The Portland Mercury

Where to Pick Up Pies and Desserts for Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026

It’s simply not Thanksgiving without pie, nor is it Christmas without a little something sweet. If your baking chops aren’t quite up to the task, let one of Portland’s many bakeries help out this year, with everything from classic apple, pecan, or pumpkin pie to unconventional picks like dirty chai olive oil cake or Basque cheesecake.

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The Reflector

Extra Extra: Journey Theater brings Newsies musical to Clark County

The story of paperboy Jack Kelly is returning to the youth theater stage at Fort Vancouver High School thanks to Journey Theater's production of Newsies. "It was based on real people, and it ...

Clark County, WA · 8d

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Terry Boyd’s World: Portland Crows, Carmel Corn and the City’s Favorite Pasta Spots

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — It’s Tuesday, and it’s time to check in with Terry Boyd’s World on KGON 92.3 FM!. Ally Osborne joins Terry Boyd from our radio partners at Audacy to talk about some of the latest happenings around the Rose City. Thirty crow statues...

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A top Oregon brewery is plotting its first Portland taproom

A jewel of Oregon’s craft beer scene is plotting its first Portland taproom. Hood River’s pFriem Family Brewers has earned its fair share of national and international acclaim since it opened its flagship brewery on the banks of the Columbia River in 2012. Last year, it expanded to the former Milwaukie City Hall — still just skirting Portland proper.

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10 Washington Coffee Roasters Serving Freshly Roasted Beans And Rich Espresso In Cozy Shops

One Washington roaster pays coffee farmers more than double Fair Trade rates. Your morning latte comes with a side of good karma, which is a pretty great way to start the day. That company started in 2005 inside an unmarked warehouse, which is about as indie as origin stories get. Now it runs cafes and a full roastery, with national awards to show for it.

Spokane, WA · 7d

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Local author Matt Mikalatos shares "Finding Wonderful"

If you’ve ever watched "It’s a Wonderful Life" and felt a little lighter afterward, you’re not alone. It turns out the film may have meant the most to the man at the center of it all. Matt Mikalatos, author of the new book “Finding Wonderful: Hopeful Lessons from Jimmy Stewart and It’s a Wonderful Life,” joined us to share how the holiday classic's star, Jimmy Stewart, credited the film with giving his life new purpose after his World War II service.

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Portland Tribune

OMSI exhibition takes visitors behind the thrills of Universal theme parks

Ever wondered how a dinosaur seems to leap off the screen, how a monster gets its scare just right or what makes a theme park ride feel too close to […]

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‘Wildwood’ Review: A Stop-Motion Game Changer

Wildwood is an extremely mystifying experience. For most of the runtime, Laika Studios kept me in a constant state of questioning. Not in terms of plot or character beats, but in how exactly any of this is possible. As a studio, Laika has always been in a league of its own, creating exceptional visual masterworks in stop-motion animation. However, their 2026 film Wildwood pushes the envelope like we have never seen before.

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Toast the Holidays with Northwest Bubbly

This article originally appeared in our sister publication, Northwest Travel & Life. What says “celebration” better than a glass of bubbly? And not just any bubbly, but sparkling wine from one of the Northwest’s best sparkling wine producers. In producing this list, we were admittedly purists — only sparkling wine made using the méthode traditionnelle will do (not to disparage non-traditional methods).

Dayton, OR · 8d

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5 Best Restaurants in Beaverton, Oregon You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Beaverton, Oregon — a city where the rain polishes every leaf, where the scent of cedar mingles with the aroma of simmering broth and roasting coffee, where neighborhoods are stitched together by families from every corner of the globe. Here, the skyline is a gentle rise of evergreens and new apartments, strip malls and old farmhouses, each block humming with the stories of those who’ve called this place home for generations and those who’ve just arrived. Beaverton is a crossroads — of tech and tradition, of Pacific Northwest calm and the vibrant pulse of immigrant dreams.

Beaverton, OR · 14d

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Everyone Loves This Iconic Oregon Diner Where A Giant Breakfast Costs Less Than $12

Portland has a diner that operates by its own rules, stays open when everyone else has gone home, and serves a breakfast so filling that you’ll be planning your next visit before you’ve finished your current one. The Original Hotcake House on SE Powell Boulevard is that diner,...

Portland, OR · 14d

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This Oregon Garden Lets You Wander Through Plants From Around the World Without Paying a Dime

Some of the best places in Portland do not have a ticket booth, a gift shop, or a big sign out front. Tucked into a quiet neighborhood near Lake Oswego, there is a historic estate garden that opens its gates to anyone on weekdays and asks for nothing more than respect and an optional donation. Its paths wind past century-old trees, towering redwoods, rhododendrons, and plants both familiar and unusual.

Portland, OR · 10d

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Linfield’s food options aren’t satisfying students

After a long day of classes, many students find themselves looking down at a tray of dining hall food, disappointed and wishing for the options to be better. At Linfield, students who live on campus have a relatively small selection of places to eat. Over time, repetitive menus leave students feeling dissatisfied with the available meals.

Mcminnville, OR · 11d

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I Asked 4 Bakers if You Really Need To Sift Dry Ingredients

A wide range of baking recipes, from cakes and quick breads to cookies, utilize dry, powdery ingredients such as all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Many say to sift the dry ingredients before incorporating them into a batter or dough, but just how essential is this step, really? I turned to professional bakers to find out.

Portland, OR · 12d

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