Restaurants
Bartini and Urban Fondue to Close in February
The owner of both Nob Hill businesses blames city taxes, untenable landlord demands and “ongoing neighborhood decline” for the closures.
What We’re Cooking This Week: Potato, Celery Root and Leek Soup
If you or your date eats dairy, adding a cup of cream makes this soup especially elegant and even more delicious.
By Jim Dixon
Patrick McKee’s Italian Restaurant Concept, Estes, to Get Permanent Home on Northeast Killingsworth
The former Paley’s Place chef launched Estes as a pop-up inside the nearby and recently-shuttered Dame space.
Best Thing I Ate All Month: Takeout From Dough Zone Dumpling House
A staffer shares their favorite meal from December.
Alma Shares Upscale Balkan Comfort Food With Portland’s King Neighborhood
Lamb, baba ganoush and kajmak are the stars of Alma’s highly shareable menu.
What We’re Cooking This Week: Brussels Sprout and Fennel Salad With Ranchy Yogurt
Whatever you do: don’t call this recipe a slaw.
By Jim Dixon




