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Szechuan Peppercorns Are the Cure for SAD
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Szechuan Peppercorns Are the Cure for SAD

With the forecast calling for a the Pacific Northwest Special—45 degrees and raining—head to an outpost of Xin Ding Dumpling House.

By Aaron MeshJanuary 27, 2026 at 7:15 pm PST

What We’re Cooking This Week: Bread Salad With Beets
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What We’re Cooking This Week: Bread Salad With Beets

Stale bread knows no season, and winter vegetables sometimes need the Italian treatment, too.

By Jim DixonJanuary 27, 2026 at 3:11 pm PST

Kid Tested, Chef Approved
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Kid Tested, Chef Approved

Portland restaurants have dining options for budding foodies beyond butter noodles.

By Rachel SaslowJanuary 20, 2026 at 5:54 pm PST

Form & Flavor: Elizabeth Leach Gallery and Allora
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Form & Flavor: Elizabeth Leach Gallery and Allora

The Pearl District art gallery and restaurant can pair well for a day of light sophistication.

By Ashley GiffordJanuary 20, 2026 at 5:43 pm PST

What We’re Cooking This Week: Radicchio Caesar
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What We’re Cooking This Week: Radicchio Caesar

Ancient Romans and Americans fleeing Prohibition a century ago have enjoyed fishy, eggy salads like this one.

By Jim DixonJanuary 20, 2026 at 1:42 pm PST

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

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Drink

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