You know a restaurant has rediscovered its soul when “Miller High Life, ‘The Champagne of Beers,’ Milwaukie WI’ appears on its sparkling wines list. So it is at 900 Wall, which has been liberated finally from the “M” word.
900 Wall – An Old Friend, But Now Divorced and Sexier
Corner Store Attitude with Sophisticated Tastes: Jackson’s Corner Finds the Perfect Combination
A veggie sandwich on focacia served with sunshine at Jackson’s Corner.It's rare to find an environment where freelancers with laptops, ladies
who lunch, families with children and neighborhood locals are equally
comfortable, but less than a year after opening, Jackson's Corner has
achieved that and more. In attitude, it certainly has the feel of
"corner store," which reflects its location in the historic Delaware
Market building. Though you're out of luck if you're expecting to pick
up your groceries-unless, of course, your diet consists entirely of
gourmet condiments, Kettle Chips, many and varied local and
international beers and organic cat food. But behind the curiously
stocked shelves is a kitchen of the highest caliber, and in the end,
isn't that what you'd rather have on your corner?
It also doesn't
hurt that the open, bright space, dominated by blonde wood and brick,
has something for pretty much everyone. It's perfect for your morning
coffee and croissant with the paper, a lunch meeting or takeout for the
office (it's just blocks from downtown) or a couple of pints with a
sandwich at one of the sidewalk tables on a summer day. As Jackson's is
rather near my corner, I've spent an afternoon or two plugged in at the
window counter using the free wi-fi (as I am now) and have never felt
pressured by the friendly staff to wrap it up after my meal was
finished.
Corner Store Attitude with Sophisticated Tastes: Jackson’s Corner Finds the Perfect Combination
A veggie sandwich on focacia served with sunshine at Jackson’s Corner.It’s rare to find an environment where freelancers with laptops, ladies
who lunch, families with children and neighborhood locals are equally
comfortable, but less than a year after opening, Jackson’s Corner has
achieved that and more. In attitude, it certainly has the feel of
“corner store,” which reflects its location in the historic Delaware
Market building. Though you’re out of luck if you’re expecting to pick
up your groceries-unless, of course, your diet consists entirely of
gourmet condiments, Kettle Chips, many and varied local and
international beers and organic cat food. But behind the curiously
stocked shelves is a kitchen of the highest caliber, and in the end,
isn’t that what you’d rather have on your corner?
It also doesn’t
hurt that the open, bright space, dominated by blonde wood and brick,
has something for pretty much everyone. It’s perfect for your morning
coffee and croissant with the paper, a lunch meeting or takeout for the
office (it’s just blocks from downtown) or a couple of pints with a
sandwich at one of the sidewalk tables on a summer day. As Jackson’s is
rather near my corner, I’ve spent an afternoon or two plugged in at the
window counter using the free wi-fi (as I am now) and have never felt
pressured by the friendly staff to wrap it up after my meal was
finished.
CD Review – Kim Kelley: Bending Blue
Smooth, Deep
and
Local
Kim Kelley
Bending Blue
Odds
are over the years you've heard the velvety vocals of long-time Bend
resident Kim Kelley. She started out as the lead singer and banjo
player in bluegrass band Mean Willy. Maybe you caught her in the
folk/fusion band Goober. Most recently, Kelley's gone solo and has been
performing around town with other local musicians like Deb Yager.
Kelley's
been warming up for the release of her debut solo disc Bending Blue, a
soulful, folksy album featuring striking vocals and irresistibly smooth
rhythms. The music behind the personal lyrics is strong with percussion
on many of the songs blending with the folk melodies to create
memorable beats like on "Into Your Blue," "Earth" and "Together."
Same Guys, Different Sound: Former Kaddisfly members take a new direction with Water & Bodies
Mirrors, Water and Bodies.Reinventing one's self is tough. Just ask Michael Vick.
But for a
band, it's not always that hard. There're myriad acts that have
disappeared for a bit, then returned, sometimes triumphantly, sometimes
not, with a new look and sound. Radiohead, of course, did it. And so
did Fleetwood Mac back in the day.
For Water & Bodies, the
reinvention is a little more complex than simply rolling out a new
mission statement. The Portland band, two members of which are Bend
natives, is essentially the same lineup as the indie and slightly emo
rock band Kaddisfly, who maintained a steady and loyal following for
much of the past decade. But after bassist Kile Brewster left the band
over the winter, the remaining four members decided to put the
Kaddisfly name and sound to bed. And thus was Water & Bodies born.
Our Picks for the Week of 5/27 – 6/4
David Jacobs-Strain
thursday 28
We'll tell you one more time to
see one of the blues world's brightest young stars while you have the
chance. Sure, he comes around a couple times a year, but that's not an
excuse to miss him, ever. 8pm. $7. Silver Moon Brewing Co. 24 NW
Greenwood Ave.
Ian Tyson and Corb Lund
thursday 28
You'd
probably know a lot more about Ian Tyson than you currently do if you
were Canadian. This rodeo rider turned songwriter is the author of the
hit song "Four Strong Winds" which was later recorded by both Neil
Young and Johnny Cash. Now 75 years old, Tyson is still busy touring
and laying down records. This time around he's on the road with fellow
Canadian country star Corb Lund. 7pm. $45 or $40. Tower Theatre, 835 NW
Wall St.
Republicanomics, Explained
Having a hard time understanding the Republican position on Oregon's economic problems? It's easy once you grasp the basic principles of Republicanomics.
Right-Winger Wilts on the Waterboard
Is waterboarding "torture"? One right-wing radio host in Chicago insisted it isn't, and was willing to back up his stand by getting waterboarded himself - with hilarious results.
Calling All High Chairs
Flatbread hits all the right notes when it’s family time.When you've got kids in tow, eating out is a luxury.
Suds and Grub
Chef Matt Neltner from Deschutes Brewery with anothr perfect pairing.Any decent cooking or etiquette class arms you with the basic knowledge that red wines go with dishes involving beef or game and white wines should be paired with fish or light chicken dishes.

