Most of the time, New Year’s resolutions calling for healthier food and drink consumption require us to give up what we love and replace it with… well, the rest of this sentence is usually the reason why we give up on resolutions. It’s difficult to find alternatives that satisfyingly fill in the gaps where greasy, […]
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Italian Authenticity
There’s something special about finding a new food cart that’s so good that it changes what you thought was possible coming out of such a small kitchen. Places like Cotto, Manzanita Grill, Sopa, Wonderland Chicken Co. and a few others have genuinely elevated what we picture when we imagine food truck cuisine. And Mundrelli’s Italian […]
Sโmores & Pours: A Heartwarming Escape from the Winter Chill
There’s something undeniably nostalgic and comforting about s’mores โ the golden marshmallows and melted chocolate paired with the joy of gathering around a crackling fire. While the campfire classic is a summer staple, Cascade Lakes Brewing Company invites guests to savor the gooey goodness all winter long with its S’mores & Pours event series. Every […]
A Year of Central Oregon Chow
In Central Oregon, the old adage holds: If there’s one thing constant about the local food scene, it’s change. From celebrity openings to the closing of places locals will sorely miss, a lot came and went in 2024. Here’s a highlight reel of what the Source Weekly covered in Bend and beyond. January In January, […]
Elevate These Classic Comfort Dishes
Both of these recipies previously appeared in our Cascades Eats E-Newsletter. If you want to get more exclusive foodie content, subscribe at bendsource.com/bend/Newsletters/Page Tri-Tip Fried Rice Some might raise an eyebrow at using tri-tip in fried rice, which is traditionally made with cheaper cuts or leftover meats. Being from Maui, it’s a go-to for using […]
Warm Up This Winter: Bend’s Coziest Coffee Creations
As frost coats the windows and the scent of pine fills the air, nothing feels more comforting than wrapping your hands around a steaming cup of coffee. Bend’s coffee shops have fully embraced the holiday spirit, trading their pumpkin spice staples for festive flavors like peppermint, eggnog and sugar cookie sweetness. From classic indulgences to […]
Dogwood at the Pine Shed: A New Era of Cocktails and Culinary Delights
Dogwood, a much-loved Bend hotspot known for its whimsical charm and craft cocktails, is embarking on an exciting new journey. Owners Doug and Phoebe Pedersen are relocating the venue to the historic Pine Shed at Second and Hawthorne Avenue, where a vibrant courtyard will feature six to seven carefully curated food trucks. Now known as […]
Calm Like a Bomb
Not too long ago, I had the terrible idea of trying to make myself a spice lord by trying some of the hottest dishes in town to see if I could hang. “Hot Ones” was at the peak of its popularity on YouTube, and I knew there was no way some of those ridiculous celebrities […]
Food for the Festive Season
Both feasts and fast meals have their place during the holiday season. Here are a few of my go-tos including a fancy dinner dish, the easiest app ever and a festive drink. Heirloom Tomato Turkey Piccata Stack The definition of piccata in cooking is thin slices of meat, typically veal or chicken, that are dredged […]
A New Izakaya on Division Street in Bend
A new Japanese izakaya opened Nov. 3 along Division Street in Bend. Yokocho Izakaya opened in the space once occupied by Orchid Thai, featuring small plates, ramen, curry and other Japanese food and drinks. An izakaya, according to a description from a Tokyo-based tour company, is translated as “dine-in sake shop,” and is a traditional Japanese […]

