Taking on the great outdoors is a serious game here in Bend. Whether it’s biking around Crater Lake or skiing down Mt. Bachelor, it’s important to have the right equipment. Luckily, Pine Mountain Sports stacks the deck with the best gear in town. Looking for mountain bikes? Pine Mountain carries the latest wheels from some […]
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Best Place to Watch People Play Pokémon GO
On July 6, people went on long walks and got in touch with their geeky sides while Nintendo’s stock went sky-high. Maybe you downloaded Pokémon Go the moment it launched, or maybe you scoffed as your co-workers boasted about where they “almost caught a Dragonite.” If you’re the latter type, you might be on the […]
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2016 Best Of Central Oregon
As voted by Source Weekly readers
It’s that time of year again. Welcome to the Source Weekly’s annual Best Of Central Oregon issue. This is not only the biggest paper we print all year, it is the most anticipated by local businesses and residents. That puts a lot of pressure on our staff to make sure we do the best possible […]
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Best Young Athlete
Ryder Uetrecht
At first glance, Ryder Uetrecht might seem like a typical kid who loves to ride bikes, but he’s far from the average high school freshman. In the past two years he’s placed 3rd and 10th in the USA Cycling National MTB Championship and 5th in the Cyclocross Nationals. He began riding with the Bend Endurance […]
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Best Gluten Free
1st place | Fearless Baking Bakery & Cafe
When it comes to getting the best gluten free (GF) items for breakfast and lunch, place your bets on Fearless Baking Bakery & Café, where they’ve been serving it up since 2013. Founder and owner Elise Kukulka always directs people toward the GF Rosemary English Muffins, which she makes into breakfast sandwiches and lunch sandwiches […]
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Best Bend Exclusive
Sourdough Scones with Honey Butter from Pine Tavern
Every deck of cards looks similar, for the most part, with diamonds and 2’s and Kings with swords. But what differentiates decks is the Ace of Spades, that one card with a unique design unlike any other card. Towns are like card decks, in that there are a lot of similar landmarks and shops and […]
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Best Burger
1st place | Bend Burger Company
Who is the king of burgers in Bend? You guessed it: Bend Burger Company. What makes them the best? Quality and consistency. Don’t be fooled by the fact that they have two locations (downtown and the North end of Third Street): the locally-owned and operated burger joint is not a chain. It’s not fast food, […]
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Best Skinny Dipping Spots
Bare Where You Dare
When it’s as hot as it has been in Central Oregon, there are times when you’ll need to take a swim but won’t necessarily have your suit along. Not to worry – you don’t really need it… Not that this pick represents the opinion of ALL our staff…but regardless, the following spots all qualify for […]
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Best Brewer
1st place | Veronica Vega
Deschutes Brewery is typically regarded as the best craft beer in Bend, with its brewmasters regarded as kings of their profession. Now a queen has come along to add to the brewery’s winning formula. Brewmaster Veronica Vega of Deschutes Brewery has brought her creativity, experience and passion to Bend’s beer scene to become the Source's […]
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PICK: Source Weekly’s Best Of Reader Appreciation Party
friday 15 Source Weekly Best Of Reader Appreciation Party PARTY—Have you caught yourself humming R. Kelly’s “The World’s Greatest” lately (we prefer the cover by Bonnie “Prince” Billy)? We can’t blame you. In recognition of your epic greatness, the Source is throwing you a party, filled with the winners of our annual Best of Central […]
