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Northwest

From the West Hills all the way down to the Willamette River, the neighborhoods of Northwest Portland are living snapshots of the city’s earliest days. Grand Victorian homes overlook the eclectic neighborhoods of Nob Hill, the Pearl District, Old Town Chinatown, and the civic and cultural regions of Downtown Portland. Read on to explore the museums, performance theaters, art galleries, distinctive architecture, boutique shopping and five star restaurants of these historic neighborhoods.

A Visit to Chinatown to Celebrate the Year of the Rooster

January 27, 2017 By Dena Weigel Bell Leave a Comment

The Chinese New Year is upon us and I’m all set to enjoy the rich culture found in one of Portland’s oldest communities, the Northwest District’s Chinatown.  Portland’s Chinatown was a busy center of West Coast immigration in the late 1850s, attracting thousands Chinese and Japanese workers and making the 14-block area in Old Town […]

Filed Under: Featured, Northwest Portland Tagged With: Chinatown, Chinese Gateway, Chinese New Year, Lan Su Garden, Northwest District, Northwest Portland, Old Town, Old Town-Chinatown Neighborhood

Shopping at 3 of Portland’s Best Artisan Markets

December 16, 2016 By Dena Weigel Bell Leave a Comment

Clothing, furniture, food and, of course, beer! The Rose City is home to thousands of creative artists and artisans, making it one of the Pacific Northwest’s favorite shopping destinations. Many of these artists show off their wares at the great markets you’ll find around the city. Last weekend I visited three to get a jump […]

Filed Under: Featured, Northeast Portland, Northwest Portland Tagged With: Industrial District, Old Town, Pine Street Market, Portland Night Market, Portland Saturday Market

Portland’s “White Stag” Sign Puts on His Red Nose for the Holiday Season

November 23, 2016 By Dena Weigel Bell Leave a Comment

Every year during the holidays Portland’s famous neon “White Stag” sign transforms from the prancing deer we love into Santa’s famous red-nosed reindeer, Rudolf. It’s a festive change that many Portlanders look for during the Christmas season, but it’s not the first time the iconic sign has been adapted to fit the times. When the […]

Filed Under: Featured, Northwest Portland Tagged With: Northwest Portland, Oregon, Portland

Five Portland Tea Purveyors In Which to Steep Yourself

September 21, 2016 By Carrie Uffindell Leave a Comment

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Tea lovers, rejoice! Portland may seem to run on coffee, but more and more high-quality teahouses and teamakers are setting up shop in the Rose City. Here’s a list of five of my favorites. All offer high-quality teas, herbals, tea ware and specialty tea drinks, so you’ll never run out of fine blends to sample. […]

Filed Under: Featured, North Portland, Northeast Portland, Northwest Portland, Southeast Portland, Southwest Portland Tagged With: Bites & Pours, Oregon, Portland

Strolling Through the Shops of Northwest’s 23rd Avenue

August 24, 2016 By Dena Weigel Bell 2 Comments

From the stylish to the scrumptious, the picturesque streets of Nob Hill’s 23rd Avenue in the Northwest District is home to some of the best shopping found in the Portland. Tucked away in quaint boutique shops you’ll find high-end and Bohemian fashion, top chefs, and handmade gifts created by people near and far. In other words, […]

Filed Under: Featured, Northwest Portland Tagged With: Nob Hill, Northwest Portland

A Tale of Two Portland Bridges

August 9, 2016 By Dena Weigel Bell Leave a Comment

Portland has been undergoing a great transformation over the last few years. Our borders are expanding in every direction and the city’s distinctive profile is changing right along with it. Only the rivers remain unchanged—although, there’s been a recent addition that proves “Bridgetown” is looking toward the future as it redefines itself as a 21st […]

Filed Under: Featured, Northeast Portland, Northwest Portland, Southeast Portland, Southwest Portland Tagged With: Adventures & Activities, Buckman Neighborhood, Culture & Heritage, Downtown Neighborhood, Lloyd District, Old Town-Chinatown Neighborhood, Oregon, Portland

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We're freelance writers, good friends and longtime Portlanders. We created this site to provide a fresh, engaging insider's guide to our fair city and its environs. [Read More]

Carrie Uffindell & Dena Weigel Bell

Carrie Uffindell & Dena Weigel Bell

Portland by Neighborhood

Portland is a city of villages, with 95 official neighborhoods spread throughout the five quadrants: North, Northeast, Northwest, Southeast and Southwest.

Each ‘hood has its own vibe, from the eclectic eateries, funky shops and Craftsmen bungalows in Sellwood-Moreland to the high-end stores, swanky condos and dynamic restaurants of the Pearl.

Join us as we explore Portland's foodie hot spots, cultural attractions, outdoor adventures, family-friendly activities, craft beverages and much more, neighborhood by neighborhood.

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A City of Nicknames

PDX, Rose City, Stumptown, Bridgetown, Beervana, Rip City – these are just a smattering of Portland’s nicknames, inspired by its local history, quirks and characteristics. The city’s official (and perhaps oldest, dating back to the late 19th century) is The City of Roses.

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