Also known as Greater Portland, the metro area surrounding the city proper is a collection of vibrant towns, tranquil communities, rolling farm lands, exhilarating activities, award-winning wineries, culinary delights, tech company headquarters, beautiful parks and much more. Come along as we explore Greater Portland’s many attractions.
Portland Kicks off the Northwest’s 2017 Cider Season
Cider season 2017 is here! In Portland on March 25, the Northwest Cider Association (NWCA) launched the region’s 2017 cider events season with the annual Cider Rite of Spring, a cider-tasting extravaganza. It was held at The Evergreen, an elegantly renovated c. 1908 ballroom in the Buckman neighborhood. photo: Carrie Uffindell There, 31 veteran and […]
6 Portland Cupcake Shops to Sink Your Teeth Into
Gourmet donuts, chocolates, candies and cupcakes – Portland certainly loves its high-end treats. And what could be sweeter than a decadent, frosting-topped cupcake? Sprinkled throughout the Portland Metro Area, these six independent, brick-and-mortar bakeries create some of Portland’s best cupcakes (many of which are filled, flavored and decorated by hand) using top-notch ingredients. photo: Carrie […]
Mt. Hood Railroad’s Polar Express Brings Holiday Magic to the Hood River Valley
This time every year, the magic of Chris Van Allsburg’s classic Christmas story and the North Pole are brought to life on the Mount Hood Railroad’s Polar Express Train Ride. Recently, my family and I made the scenic, 62-mile drive east from Portland to Hood River, where we began our round-trip journey to the North […]
Beaverton’s Oyatsupan Bakers Deftly Blend Japanese & European-Style Pastries
Japanese, French and American baking traditions are mixed to create delicious, one-of-a-kind baked goods at Oyatsupan Bakers, a new brick-and-mortar bakery located in Portland’s ethnically diverse suburb of Beaverton. A longtime fan of Japanese foods and culture (ever since I spent an amazing month years ago exploring Japan) I was delighted to visit recently and […]
Ordering a Pint at ABV Public House
The warm and welcoming scent of hops hits you when you walk into ABV Public House, Hillsboro’s newest brew-centric tap room. This hidden gem of a restaurant is fast becoming an obsession to many who live and work along Portland Metro’s hi-tech corridor. With 34 drafts on tap and a cooler filled with over 800 […]
Swing, Climb, Zip and Slide at Tree to Tree Aerial Adventure Park in Gaston
For one of the best bird’s eye views in the metro area, head to Tree to Tree Aerial Adventure Park, located roughly 30 miles west of Portland on Hagg Lake in Gaston. There you’ll find dozens of obstacle courses and elements – all set in the trees – including wobbly bridges, tight ropes, climbing holds, […]