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Donna Britt

Food writer, food stylist, recipe tester, cookbook editor, podcast producer/host are a few of the creative hats Donna Britt wears. Donna loves to hike, paddle board and spend quality time with family and friends. Oh, and she also collects cookbooks and cast iron cooking vessels.

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What It Takes to Run a Restaurant Right Now in Central Oregon

Rising costs, staffing challenges and the daily grind of making it all work
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Running a restaurant in Central Oregon in 2026 is not for the faint of heart; by nearly every account, it’s harder than it has ever been. But the ones who make it work are rewriting the rules in real time. “Hands down the most difficult challenge in operating restaurants right now is trying to make […]

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Hot Dogs for Breakfast? Yes, Please!

At Bend Airport Cafe, three kitchens collide with playful energy and runway views
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There is a moment, about halfway up the stairs inside the Skyservice building at Bend Municipal Airport, when you’re wondering where you are. Then you turn the corner into a brighter than expected space, busier in spirit than in crowd, and just a little bit quirky in the best possible way. Welcome to Bend Airport […]

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Above the Old Mill, Argentina Finds a Foothold

Los Andes brings scratch-made empanadas, bold chimichurri and a welcoming spirit to an often overlooked location
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Perched just above the hum of the Old Mill, Los Andes Sports Bar and Cafe feels a little like a secret you want to pass along before it gets out. Open since November 2025 in the former Tradesmen Coffee and Tap House space on SW Upper Terrace Drive, this Argentine-inspired hangout asks you to do […]

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Fresh Catch on Wheels

NorthFresh Sushi shines with pristine fish, inventive rolls and lightning fast service at two local food cart lots
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In my mind, sushi was something you ordered in a sleek restaurant with a long bar, a serious chef and a fairly serious price tag. A food truck was not where I expected to find pristine slices of fish and beautifully rolled maki. My first bite at NorthFresh Sushi proved me very wrong. Sometimes all […]

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Sip Happens at Minnie’s

The Westman’s new lobby bar brings craft cocktails, plush fireside seating and caviar bumps to Bend’s historic Old Post Office building
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On any given evening in downtown Bend, the sidewalks along Wall and Bond Streets hum with the usual mix of après ski glow, Patagonia puffers and the anticipatory buzz of dinner reservations. But inside the newly opened The Westman is a softer scene. One that invites you to sink in, warm up and linger over […]

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Reubens, Rye and a Room with a View

Classic deli comfort with Pacific Northwest polish
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Familiar, but fresh. Big flavors without the fuss. A New York City-style deli through a Pacific Northwest lens. That’s how I would sum up the new Stacks Dinner and Delicatessen in the Old Mill District.  The nostalgic, yet polished Stacks comes from longtime local restauranteurs Steve and Cheri Helt, the duo behind Zydeco Kitchen and Cocktails […]

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Sweet on Local

From single origin craft bars to decadent truffles, these Central Oregon chocolatiers make Valentine’s giving easy
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Valentine’s Day has a way of sneaking up on us. One minute it’s January gloom and wool socks. The next you are staring down Feb. 14 wondering how to say, “I love you,” without resorting to a drugstore heart box that could have been bought anywhere by anyone at the last minute. This is where […]

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Kook’i Opens a Sweet New Chapter in Redmond

Southern charm, shortbread dreams and seriously good cinnamon rolls
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Right now, at this particular juncture, we are living in a moment rich with talented bakers in Central Oregon. People who understand butter and flour, time and patience. It is impressive and honestly a little thrilling if you’re a lover of baked goods (and who isn’t?). One of those bakers is Heather Goss, the owner […]

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The McArthur Stakes Its Claim in Sisters

Longtime local restaurateur brings elevated Northwest flavors to town
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Opened in the summer of 2025 on the Five Pines campus, The McArthur Restaurant and Bar is located in the same building as the Sisters Athletic Club in the former home of Rio Mexican restaurant. This new spot aims squarely at elevated Pacific Northwest dining without forgetting that people also want to relax, linger and […]

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Galley Bend Lifts Off With Far East Flavor

Former flight attendants turn their favorite Far East flavors into a homey neighborhood restaurant
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Galley Bend has slipped into the old Longboard Louie’s space off Highway 20 on Dean Swift Road and the transformation is a pleasant surprise. The new remodel features both low and tall tables, plenty of natural light and a full bar. The restaurant is the creation of two former flight attendants, Krid Sathirawongwan (Kris) and […]

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