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Bartini and Urban Fondue to Close in February
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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.

By Andrew JankowskiJanuary 13, 2026 at 3:57 pm PST

What We’re Cooking This Week: Potato, Celery Root and Leek Soup
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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 DixonJanuary 13, 2026 at 2:06 pm PST

Patrick McKee’s Italian Restaurant Concept, Estes, to Get Permanent Home on Northeast Killingsworth
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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.

By Christen McCurdyJanuary 06, 2026 at 6:38 pm PST

Best Thing I Ate All Month: Takeout From Dough Zone Dumpling House
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Best Thing I Ate All Month: Takeout From Dough Zone Dumpling House

A staffer shares their favorite meal from December.

By Christen McCurdyJanuary 06, 2026 at 2:56 pm PST

Alma Shares Upscale Balkan Comfort Food With Portland’s King Neighborhood
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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.

By Laura Wheatman HillJanuary 06, 2026 at 2:55 pm PST

What We’re Cooking This Week: Brussels Sprout and Fennel Salad With Ranchy Yogurt
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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 DixonJanuary 06, 2026 at 1:51 pm PST

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Drink

Bartini and Urban Fondue to Close in February


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Lauded North Mississippi Avenue Bar Interurban to Close


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