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Placido's Pasta Shop one of Yelp's top 100 best pasta places in the U.S.
Placido’s Pasta Shop in Eugene has been a staple for pasta lovers for more than a decade. That dedication from impressed restaurant reviewers earned the eatery official recognition as one of Yelp’s top 100 pasta places of 2026 . Yelp’s inaugural list of the top 100 pasta joints in the U.S. celebrates both National Pasta Day on Oct. 17 and “America’s ever-growing passion for the popular dish,” according to an article posted to Yelp's site. Yelp searches for “pasta shops” increased 52% in the period from September 2025 to August 2026 compared to the 12 months prior, showing a desire for handmade pasta and spaces that inspire diners to slow down, according to the restaurant ratings organization. The Italian restaurant at 120 Shelton Mcmurphey Blvd. has been serving fresh pasta since 2015. Chef Joe Placido previously told The Register-Guard about pasta’s versatility. His menu reflects a focus on high-quality ingredients and well-made pasta. “I like really traditional Italian dishes, but ones that really use the best ingredients that I can source,” Placido said. His decades of cooking experience culminate in a restaurant any local foodie knows well. Menu staples like spaghetti and meatballs, the house-smoked salmon alfredo and the shrimp
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'Water for Elephants' brings high-flying acrobatics and romance to Hult Center Friday
EUGENE, Ore. — The best-selling novel “Water for Elephants” is coming to the Hult Center this Friday, bringing its high-flying romance to the stage. The touring production features a wide range of acrobatics woven into the story. Cast member Adam Fullick, an acrobat in the “Water for Elephants” tour, said audiences can expect “lots of different acrobatic elements in the show.”
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Into the canopy: tree climbing comes to the University of Oregon
Canopy Connection Tree Climbing and the River House Outdoor Center brought University of Oregon students closer to nature, offering an opportunity to climb a redwood tree at Washburn Park on Oct. 18 and 25. Canopy Connection and the outdoor center invited participants to explore the canopy from a new perspective, transforming the Eugene park into an opportunity for adventure, reflection and connection with the outdoors.
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Locals Guard This Old-School Oregon Deli Like a Secret, and One Bite Explains Why
Some Corvallis spots keep their fans quiet on purpose. One downtown deli has hosted first dates, folk music nights, and lunch breaks for decades, and plenty of locals still talk about it in lowered voices. The sandwiches are big, the smoker runs early, and the chips are made right in the kitchen.
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College of Design and School of Music and Dance considered for merger
The University of Oregon is exploring the possibility of merging the College of Design with the School of Music and Dance. The discussion comes amid a university-wide $63.3 million projected budget deficit in the education and general fund, and ongoing decisions surrounding the university’s academic priorities. The proposal for...
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The Oregon Ice Cream Parlor That’s So Good, Even A Former President Couldn’t Resist It
There’s a place in Eugene, Oregon where the ice cream is so good that it has stopped a former president in his tracks. Prince Puckler’s Ice Cream isn’t just a scoop shop. It’s a full-blown Eugene institution that has been making people unreasonably happy for decades.
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Café Glendi’s recipe for nearly 30 years in business
At Café Glendi, lunch comes with the smell of Mediterranean food, the hum of conversation and the chance of running into someone you know. The restaurant sits inside Eugene’s 5th Street Public Market Eateries, a well-trafficked food hall populated by independent businesses. For owner Borzi Marashi, it’s more than a place to serve food. It’s a space he has known since he was a student – and one he has helped make his own for nearly three decades.
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A Bit of Everything at Bridge Town Market in Lowell
Conveniently located right in the heart of Lowell is Bridge Town Market, the only grocer for miles. This neighborhood pit stop is a one-stop-shop where folks can stock up on last-minute essentials, fishing gear, hardware, and all the deli favorites, not to mention gas. Bridge Town Market really does have a little bit of everything needed to have a good time on the lake or pick up that last-minute necessity for dinner.
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Fifth Street Public Market – Eat, Shop, Do!
One of the most popular places to go in Eugene is the Fifth Street Public Market!. It’s a local favorite and a must-visit destination. The public market is made up of two floors with a courtyard, and fountain. There are many amenities shoppers can find at the public market, and there really is a little bit of something for everyone here.
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On The Rocks delivers rock-solid harmonies
If you have ever walked past the Erb Memorial Union on Friday and heard music emanating from the amphitheater, then you have most likely been in the presence of On The Rocks. The premiere all-male a cappella group on campus started in 1999 and has been a University of Oregon staple since.