Portland food news and views
In case you missed it, the folks behind Grand Fir Brewing have expansion plans—they’ll be opening Grand Fir Outpost south and east of Portland, in Damascus near Happy Valley. Founders Whitney Burnside (brewmaster) and Doug Adams (chef) call this seven-acre space an “outpost” of Grand Fir Brewing, hence the name. They are looking to open their doors there in late fall. Here’s what we know.
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Welcome to the unofficial start to summer—Memorial Day Weekend 2025—in Portland and the Willamette Valley. There’s a good chance we’ll get summery weather and some of you will have a day off. It’s also a chance to remember those who have served our country and are no longer with us. The Friends of Lone Fir will be at Lone Fir Cemetery from 10am to 3pm (here are some additional observations nearby).
It’s traditionally a grilling weekend, too. For that, check out our roundup of places to get sausages in town, perfect for grilling. Normally, this list is for the occasion of Groundhog (Ground Hog) Day, but it’s relevant to Memorial Day Weekend, too.
Here are some of the tasty activities going on in the greater area for Memorial Day Weekend.
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