Not to brag, but I could come up with hundreds—nay, thousands—of reasons to be afraid during this wretched season. But since we’re “low on space” and “need to save room for the ice cream reviews,” I’ve whittled the list down to a cool 10. 1. The sun The sun distracts humans with pretty flowers while […]
Summer Guide 2019
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Red, White, and Fruit: How to Master a Simple Summer Sangria
Summer sangria in four easy steps!
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It’s Going to Be a Can-Do Summer: 10 Canned Oregon Beers to Help You Beat the Heat
Canned beer’s time has finally arrived. Here are 10 local options for your summertime drinking needs.
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Oddball Tourist Spots for the Anti-Traveler
Here’s who you are: You’re a person who doesn’t have a lot of money and doesn’t like to travel very far, and still demands more out of life than the usual boring, bullshit tourist activities. Well, have we got some blurbs for you! Check out the following list of oddball tourist attractions, all within easy […]
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The Summertime Ice Cream Roundup (Dairy and Non)!
Among the many other things Portland excels at, we make terrific ice cream. So cool your ass down this summer by paying a visit to the following local ice creameries and try what, in our valued opinions, are the best dairy and NON-dairy varieties! BEAUX BERRY 3707 NE Fremont BEST DAIRY FLAVOR: Everyone comes here […]
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From Hikes to Scabies, the Best Portland Parks for Your Summer Needs
Portland’s got great parks! Okay, so we also have some creepy, super sketchy parks. But most of our parks are great! Regardless of how you want to waste your days this summer, there’s a place in or near the city that’s the perfect spot. BEST PARKS FOR HIKING There are a ton of great hiking […]
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Six Sippable Ciders for Summer ’19
Since we’re no longer writing “unpopular opinion” threads on Twitter, here’s an unpopular opinion in print: I hate beer. I find the smell and taste of these hops-and-yeast brews to be, in a word, nasty. Luckily, fermented fruit has my back (and is also gluten-free)! While wine is often my go-to beverage, its high 11- […]
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It’s Pickle Time: Portland Pickles 2019 Season Preview
It’s a proven fact that summer and baseball go hand in hand, and from June until mid-August, Portland is home to one of the best ballpark experiences in the country. In just three short seasons, the Portland Pickles have gone from charter members of the now-defunct Great West League to a powerhouse club in a […]
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These 9 Songs by Portland Artists Should Already Be On Your Sunny-Day Playlist
Although we’ve yet to see what summer ’19 will bring in terms of Portland-made tunes, here’s some great summer-vibed songs that should already be on your sunny-day playlist. Reptaliens, “Venetian Blinds” “Easy, breezy, beautiful” is the slogan of a popular cosmetics brand, but also the vibe of Reptaliens’ new record, Valis. Standout track “Venetian Blinds” is […]
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The Uncertain Future of Portland’s Parks
“Save our parks! Save our parks! Save our parks!” This chant serenaded Portlanders as they left the city’s last public hearing on the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. After years of patching the ballooning Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) budget with temporary funds, the City of Portland’s award-winning parks system is facing a […]