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Modern American steakhouse Bos Taurus earns the Restaurant of the Year status for the service and cuisine—both impeccable. The intention Chef George Morris and his staff have put into the Bos Taurus experience is reminiscent of a carefully curated museum exhibition—but one you can sink your teeth into. Before opening a year ago, the Bos […]
“It kind of started off in a delicatessen, local-sourced view,” James Fink recounts, as he presses a bison burger into the flat-top grill in the kitchen of Wild Oregon Foods. Seven months later, he says, “it’s kind of more steered towards a diner—nostalgic, classic-style foods.” When you’re a rookie restaurant, shifting with the tastes of […]
Lucky for all of us, eating is a pleasure the majority of us get to enjoy at least three times a day. And with so many glorious restaurants to choose from in our area, all the better! Think of this as your guide for where to go when you’re craving a night on the town—or […]
While kale is on its way to a “Where are They Now?” episode, the culinary world is still moving forward finding new stars for our plates. What can we expect to see trending this year in Central Oregon and beyond? Sauerkraut is the new Kimchi If the spiciness of kimchi was a slap in the […]
Congratulations to Spork! An eatery that was once on wheels has been in its permanent home on Newport Avenue, since June 2013. With new renovations finished in November, 675 square feet were added to the dining room. Spork is now pleased to be able to feed so much of Bend and is even a must-stop […]
Barrio is the People’s Choice champion for a good reason. The consistency and deliciousness of its food has always seemed a bit effortless. Not that the staff aren’t working their tails off, but they never let you see them sweat. Chef/owner Steven Draheim and crew have taken Barrio from a food cart, to a small […]
One of life’s best pleasures is discovering a new or favorite restaurant to share an evening of good times and delicious food. Luckily, the culinary destinations in the high desert are incredibly alluring and inspire one to appreciate all that life has to offer. With this spirit of adventure, the Source’s annual Restaurant Guide presents […]
Bend has a history of individuals working together to create a better community. Thankfully, the tradition continues and Bend is a community of givers with business owners here in town doing what they can to make a difference, in many different ways. Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria is not only known for its yummy offerings, but also […]
The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance works to connect farmers and consumers. Its mission is to support a community based food system in Central Oregon to increase access to fresh healthy food, support sustainable farmland use, and foster relationships among farmers and consumers in Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties. “The overall goal is to create […]
Running a restaurant involves working very long hours, but some restaurant owners still find time for community involvement, creating opportunities by donating time, food, space and resources to organizations that provide training and scholarships to students. Lillian Chu, owner of Bend’s 5 Fusion and Sushi Bar prioritizes giving back to the community. The 5 Fusion […]
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