Portland food news and views
The other day I was invited to hang out at Parallel, a wine bar over on NE Sandy, and try a few things. Here are my impressions, along with a few observations and some helpful information about the place. Note: This meal was comped but opinions are my own.
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I recently came across a new business opening in the Richmond neighborhood called “Caseus Diem.” I love the intriguing name, and it turns out it’s all about cheese. I reached out to the owner, Han Schmidt, to learn more, and here is what they shared.
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Similar but not exact contents of the 2021 Winter Wedge. Photo source: The Wedge.
One of the best cheese festivals in our region, if not the country, is The Wedge from the Oregon Cheese Guild. Billed as a “Farmers Market-style event,” it was a time where you could go and try a bunch of regional cheeses in one place, as well as purchase cheese and other specialty food and drinks. Since we’ve been in a pandemic, it’s been a virtual event—and the same goes for this year. How do you participate? Here’s how.
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As I mentioned last month, Gobble Up was this past weekend, taking place at the Alder Block. I had a great time getting to know new-to-me vendors, revisiting some of my favorites, and running into friends while I was there. Overall, thumbs up.
Continue reading “Gobble Up Portland 2021 Recap”Lisa with wild ramps, an excellent cheese. Photo credit: Cowbell Cheese Shop
Washed-rind cheeses at Cowbell. This fantastic little cheese shop in the Central Eastside has professed their love of washed-rind cheeses, described as having, “unctuous, pudgy textures, big aromas, and assertive-yet-nuanced flavors that dance on the line between sweet and savory, nutty and brothy.” Le Niremont (Switzerland), Bethmale Montagne Mixte (France/Pyrenees), and Lisa with wild ramps (Germany/Bavaria) are the highlights. Buy online or in person. 231 SE Alder Street, Portland
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