Category Archives: Northwest Beers

Labeling Art-Deschutes Jubelale 2011

On a walk to my local Albertsons last week, I found myself loving the light rain on my nose and the smell of autumn. This time of year, October through December is hands down my favorite. Finally some normality for … Continue reading

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Link, Link, Link It Up – Need To See!!!!

10-day forecast- Check out the weather over the weekend. It will be perfect to get out and explore. Go to the park, go the Organic Brewers Fest, go to Saturday Market, just get out outside!!!!! McMenamins- What’s coming up at McMenaims. Full … Continue reading

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Liquor Stores Open Late!!!!!! Barbur Liquor, Pearl Specialty Market and Spirits

Attention booze drinkers. Have you ever wanted to purchase a bottle after 7pm? Haven’t we ALL!!!!!!!!! Now you can. Barbur Blvd. Liquor Store is open Mon-Thur 12pm-9pm and Fri-Sat 12-10pm. The only disappointment is that they are CASH ONLY…. don’t come … Continue reading

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Papa Haydn’s Jo Bar and Rotisserie – Iconic Portland Empire

While shopping in Downtown Portland and what has become trendy 3rd, or Northwest 23rd area, my mother, my sister and I would often stop for an afternoon snack at Papa Haydns, 701 NW 23rd Ave. We enjoying tea and beautiful … Continue reading

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Summer Beer Festivals and Events

Finally summer is here!!!! Though it took a moment to decide if it wanted to show its face this year, it was worth the wait. Time to celebrate the sun and craft beer. Here is a list of Summer Beer … Continue reading

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Beer And It’s Many Styles – Part 2

Welcome back to Beer And It’s many Styles. In Part 2 I will be breaking-down the characteristics of the world’s beer styles and giving some suggestions of Northwest examples. Lager/Pilsner –Lager beer was developed in Southern Germany around the 16th century. … Continue reading

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Glass for Thought – Glassware for IPAs

Unless you’re ordering a Stella Artois or a Barley wine, in most cases you will be receiving your beer in a pint glass, why? In my eyes there are specific beers that are amazing in a pint glass, such a … Continue reading

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McMenamins – A Northwest Tradition

As a girl who grew up in Portland for the last 26 years, McMenamins has always been a part of my life. Whenever there was a causal celebration within our family, we seemed to be lured to  McMenamins Fulton Pub right off … Continue reading

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