Portland real estate has a lot to offer in the way of home styles. Among the best known "Portland" home styles are the bungalow, craftsman, and four-square. However, there are also a lot of amazing mid-century modern homes standing inconspicously around town, primar…

One can never have enough places to go for happy hour, right? Check out Bay 13, located at 13th and Irving in the Pearl District. Their happy hour menu is offered daily from 4pm to 6pm and 10pm to close. You can get some really great eats for cheap, while sipping a ta…

Picture this: Two eggs scrambled, layers of thick pepper bacon, sliced tomato, fresh cilantro, and chevre, sandwiched between fluffy crumpets. Add in a side of fresh fruit, optional smoked salmon, and french-press of coffee...is your mouth watering yet? Then run to He…

Whenever I'm too tired to cook or my fridge is empty, heading down to Cup and Saucer always hits the spot. I'm a pretty healthy eater, and for a cozy neighborhood corner cafe, this place consistently leaves me satisfied and guilt-free. One thing I like is that t…

One of the oldest municipal courses in Portland, Rose City is also one of my favorites! I particularly like the longer, more challenging back nine with some nice doglegs and patches of tall, fescue-like grass. Rose City has a great summer twilight rate ($21 for unli…

The Casa Del Matador just opened this past winter and is the first Oregon location of the four-bar chain, based out of Seattle. The atmosphere is warm, the prices are right and the tequila selection is out of this world! Especially impressive are the happy hour deal…

A classic burger and bar joint in the heart of the Nob Hill neighborhood. The type of place to order a bacon double cheeseburger with steak fries. It's a great neighborhood spot and the perfect spot to watch games or just hang out with friends.The food is great and …

With Oregon currently among the top 5 states with the most foreclosures in the nation, the temptation for buyers to chase after seemingly amazing bargains has never been greater. The phenomenon has also increased the importance of buyers obtaining a thorough home in…

Good coffee and vintage decor, what could be more Portland? This cool coffee shop is quick and efficient, and the furniture is incredible! The owners of Cafe Bean have a really good eye for vintage that definitely leans more to the "cool" rather than the "kitschy" s…

Perhaps when thinking "excellent sushi", NE Portland doesn't spring to mind - but aficionados are much encouraged to check out Yakuza, located at NE Killingsworth and 30th. Young chef Micah Camden has created a truly savory menu, adjusted for seasonal variations. In…