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Pretend You’re in Paris in the Parking Lot of Oscar Food & Wine
FOOD

Pretend You’re in Paris in the Parking Lot of Oscar Food & Wine

Oscar’s menu is decidedly fish-heavy, but the veggies hold their own, too.

By Caitlin PangaresMay 19, 2026 at 4:06 pm PDT

What We’re Cooking This Week: Bulgur Wheat With Arugula, Mint, and Mama Lil’s Peppers
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What We’re Cooking This Week: Bulgur Wheat With Arugula, Mint, and Mama Lil’s Peppers

Inspired by tabbouleh, this salad combines arugula and mint for more flavor.

By Jim DixonMay 15, 2026 at 5:08 pm PDT

One of Portland’s Oldest Restaurants Gets a Vibrant New Mural
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One of Portland’s Oldest Restaurants Gets a Vibrant New Mural

Republic Café & Ming Lounge has been in Old Town Chinatown since 1922.

By Rachel SaslowMay 15, 2026 at 3:57 pm PDT

Pantry Companion Is Your Guide to a City Ripe With Specialty Market Delights
CULTURE

Pantry Companion Is Your Guide to a City Ripe With Specialty Market Delights

We searched across Portland for edible (and nonedible) goods to illuminate your kitchen cupboards.

By Robin BaciorMay 13, 2026 at 5:51 pm PDT

You Want Fries With That
FOOD

You Want Fries With That

Anthony and Stephanie Brown channel Nacheaux’s saucy, maximalist, Instagram-ready approach into a late-night smashburger shop in Ankeny Alley.

By Ron ScottMay 12, 2026 at 5:15 pm PDT

What We’re Cooking This Week: Whole-Wheat Semolina Cookies
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What We’re Cooking This Week: Whole-Wheat Semolina Cookies

Semolina gives the cookies a nice, custardy texture.

By Jim DixonMay 08, 2026 at 3:30 pm PDT

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Drink

Pretend You’re in Paris in the Parking Lot of Oscar Food & Wine


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