Attending a show of the markedly talented and passion-infused band Bravey Don is a tremendous experience. Since its inception in February of 2015, B.D. has quickly become a favorite group for many locals. In fact, Bravey is one of the Bend-based bands whose music and potential there is reason to have considerable excitement about. The […]
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Grandma’s Recipe
The Porch serves classics with a modern flair
Located in downtown Sisters, The Porch presents the image of a country cottage with a quaint and rustic motif. The property itself is open and inviting, with a well-groomed floral arrangement, and an actual front porch with a seating area. That cozy countenance turns out to be fair advertising for what’s inside—a homey, warm, and […]
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Season’s Eatings
A smattering of festive feasts
Fall and winter are seasonal favorites for many people. Whether it’s the transition from heat waves and packed social schedules to a reinvigorated focus on intentional family time and other relaxing indoor activities, seasonal dishes and culinary occasions often play a central role in that shift. Bend has many upcoming options to get your holiday […]
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Harvest Time
Central Oregon farms feed locals through the winter
Bend has become a notable destination hot spot for a few reasons: It attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world, it has one of the highest number of breweries per capita, and it’s an all around incredible place to live. But what if “locally-sourced foodie destination” were to be added to that list? Bend may […]
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Diamond in the Rough
Madras’ Great Earth shines in Passport to Bounty
Nestled amid some of Central Oregon’s most productive farmland, Troy Boyd and her husband Garry discovered a lack of natural food stores in Madras upon their arrival in the early 1990s. So they endeavored to do something about it. “We wanted to start the business in order to offer healthy and organic food to Madras, […]
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A New Wave
Volcanic wonders in Central Oregon
Central Oregon isn’t known for being well-hydrated. So intrepid farmers have to find creative ways to ensure their crops get enough water and weather extreme changes in temperature. That’s why local company Volcano Veggies is embracing aquaponics, a method that builds on hydroponics by growing plants in water that is naturally fertilized by aquatic creatures. […]