Whether atmospheric or human caused, Oregon has become adept at mixing the perfect cocktail for a growing wildfire problem. So what’s in store for wine grapes, one of the state’s ten most lucrative crops? I lean towards pessimism (although I like to call it realism), so after choking on smoke for a couple of summers […]
Food & Drink Guide 2021
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It’s the Portland Mercury’s 2021 Food & Drink Guide: Eating Sustainably!
You won’t find any red meat in the Mercury’s new Food & Drink Guide, which hinges on the theme of “eating sustainably.” But you will find a lot of meaty stories about the restaurateurs, farmers, food service workers, and organizations fighting to make Portland’s food world more sustainable—and more delicious. The last two years have […]
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Q&A: Three of Portland’s Best Vegan Chefs on Fall Flavors and What Sustains Them
What comes to mind when you think of sustainability in the food space? As the focus on sourcing and intention becomes more and more prevalent, many people are looking to fuel themselves with food that not only causes little harm to them, but to the environment as well. And in most instances, this speaks to […]