By Liana Scarsella
With over 50 establishments in the food, beverage and hospitality industries, McMenamins is arguably one of the most multifaceted names in the Northwest, offering a touch of everything to their…
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Spirits
5 Must-Try Flavors of Fall
Ready or not, summer has come to a close. It won’t be long before gray skies befall the Northwest yet again, with sporadic blasts of autumnal sunlight. Wet commutes, shorter…
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Recipe: Elysian Brewing’s Dark Night Beertail
The Northwest gave summer a decent go of it, but it’s time to wake up and smell the (pumpkin spiced) coffee. You can fight it, but your tan is going…
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There’s Booze in the Water: Hard Seltzer Takes Off
It seems the craft alcohol industry knows no bounds. If there’s a will, there’s a way. Or more like if there’s a beverage, then there’s a way to turn said…
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Recipe: 3 PDX Distillery Row Punches for a Thirsty Crowd
This Saturday, like most, calls for a cocktail. And the eight craft distilleries known as Portland’s Distillery Row — plus three from the NW Distiller’s District — have dedicated their monthly…
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Recipe: Westward’s Birds of Paradise with Azuñia Tequila
“Tequila and citrus are a no-brainer, I would guess that 98 percent of the world’s tequila ends up crossing paths with citrus,” says Pete Christensen, bar manager at Seattle’s Westward….
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4 Questions with Tyler Dyck of Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery
The oldest distillery in Western Canada, Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery is first and foremost a family business with all members helping in some way. Navigating the ship is CEO Tyler Dyck…
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Cocktail Recipe: Verde Cocina’s Anything for Selena
Like the ingredients that go into the gluten-free, paleo- and vegan-friendly dishes of Portland’s Verde Cocina, the philosophy behind the bar program is the same — local. Now with four…
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5 Themed Stops for Your Next Bar Hop
Everyone has their comfy, go-to bar, but if you’re looking to spice up your Saturday night crawl, check out one of these unique themed lounges around the Pacific Northwest. Whether…
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4 Questions with Mike Selberg of Cannon Beach Distillery
Mike Selberg views himself as an artist or craftsman of distilled spirits rather than a businessman building the next big thing. The medals Cannon Beach Distillery has won at the American…
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