Back in June, I wrote a short article about foraging for morels in Central Oregon, detailing how you can follow the snow line and find these tasty wild treats in areas burned by last year’s wildfires. Morels are a sign of renewal and a gift from the Earth to show her love to her human […]
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Eat Pizza, Share Stories, Enjoy Life at Boone Dog in Sisters
Fresh, local ingredients meet wood fired magic at Sisters’ favorite pizza cart
Wander into The Barn in Sisters on a cool autumn evening and the scene feels a little like a small town block party with better food. Families sprawl out near the playground at the outdoor tables, kids dart around with a slice of pizza in one hand and a juice box in the other, and […]
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New Pizza Cart is a Labor of Love
Wildfired is now open at GoodLife Brewing
The message at the top of the menu of a new pizza cart in Bend reads, “Our goal: to make the best possible pizza…topped with the finest ingredients we can source locally.” Wildfired, located behind GoodLife Brewing Company off SW Century Drive, was born out of a need and a passion. Owner Scott Oliphant saw […]
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Not Fresh Pow… Fresh Hops
Bend’s second favorite freshies are now in season
While blackberries, salmon and hazelnuts are overtly Pacific Northwest, they’re not as uniquely PNW as hops, given that over 99 percent are grown in the region. What’s more, several hop farms in Washington’s Yakima Valley and Oregon’s Willamette Valley are in the soil-scented hands of fifth generation farmers. And now, yes, right now, is the only […]
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Gourmet Deli Opening at Old Mill
Zydeco owners are behind Stacks Dinner and Delicatessen
The owners of Zydeco Kitchen are opening a new restaurant in the Old Mill District called Stacks Dinner and Delicatessen. It’ll be located in the former Gap Kids space. The menu will feature smoked meats and fish and fresh veggies. Signature dishes from chef Eric Joppie will include cured in-house pastrami and corned beef, beet-cured […]
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What Makes a Perfect Burger
Is Killer Burger among the very best?
The thing about burgers, killer and otherwise, is that everyone seems to want something different from them. Some people want fat, thick and juicy, some want a delicate smash patty all crispy and lean, others prioritize flavor over texture and toppings, while even others realize that the true secret of the perfect hamburger lies in the […]
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Wingin’ It at Happy Hour
A guide to chicken wing bliss
Fire on the Mountain Happy Hour at Fire on the Mountain means your fill of wings for $1 each from 2-5pm daily. If you can’t make Happy Hour, the restaurant offers 20 wings for $20 all day on Wednesdays. FOTM started frying wings in Portland in 2005. It expanded to Denver in 2012 and opened […]
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Being Bond in Bend
Sipping style with an Old Fashioned
Ordering a martini — shaken, not stirred — can make anyone feel like James Bond. But in a laid-back town like Bend, that classic line might come off a bit too polished. For a drink that nods to timeless style without trying too hard, consider an Old Fashioned. It’s vintage, it’s classy and it fits […]
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It’s Wine o’Clock Somewhere
Where to find happy hour wine discounts
Bend may be Beer Town, USA, but the city also boasts a passionate wine crowd. Bend has about a dozen wine bars and tasting rooms, which doesn’t include restaurants. While a glass of wine has always been more expensive than a mug of beer, it is possible to find some deals during happy hour. And […]
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Raise a Glass at Sisters Saloon
Happy hour with Old West charm
Step through swinging cowboy doors and into a slice of Central Oregon history at Sisters Saloon, a beloved gathering spot in downtown Sisters. Housed in the restored Hotel Sisters, originally built in 1912, the saloon blends Old West charm with a welcoming, modern-day vibe. The establishment features heavy wood furniture, a copper ceiling and western […]