For the past several years Chef Pascal Chureau has been building another successful food-centric business stemming from the well-regarded Allium Bistro in West Linn. A single gathering at a winery, Field & Vine emerged as a phenomenally successful dinner series in the countryside. Field & Vine also produces corporate events, weddings and all things catering.… Continue reading Pascal Chureau Field & Vine Dinners – Serves Up Country Tableside
Month: September 2016
Lee “Papa” Warren – Piling On The Flavor
It’s a rainy Thursday shortly before noon, and the food cart pod on SE Tacoma Street in Sellwood is empty— with the exception of a line six people deep at Papa Lee’s Kitchen. Dreary wet weather does not deter Lee’s fans; every single one of them tell me that this cart serves, hands down, the… Continue reading Lee “Papa” Warren – Piling On The Flavor
Tony G° – Raising Up An Idea
“Who doesn’t like pizza? I’ve never run into anyone who doesn’t like pizza, have you?” Tony Gioburn asked. Of course, the man who started a business called Tony G’s Pizza Ovens might be a little biased when it comes to food preferences, but he has a point. Tony learned to cook at a young age.… Continue reading Tony G° – Raising Up An Idea
Meet the “Finder” of the Cannabis Industry
Eric Logan learned lessons about importance of customer loyalty and work ethics from his grandfather. A graduate of California State University Sacramento (1995), he honed his customer service skills at Nordstrom and Façonnable over the course of his 18-year career in luxury retail, culminating in a position of Director of Façonnable, Beverly Hills. He then… Continue reading Meet the “Finder” of the Cannabis Industry
Eric Surface/Ben Dobler – Beer Is Fun!
Beer is fun. If you’re not having fun making beer or drinking beer, you’re doing it wrong.” These wise words were spoken by Ben Dobler, head brewer at Mt. Tabor Brewing, after a lengthy beer tutorial and tasting session. Dobler came onboard at Mt. Tabor in March, after 20 years in various roles at Widmer… Continue reading Eric Surface/Ben Dobler – Beer Is Fun!
Red Frog Security Consulting: The SEAL of Approval
written by Justin Fields “It’s not about fear, it’s about safety.” Garrick Fernbaugh squares his shoulders and looks me in the eyes when speaking. He has that rare combination of command presence combined with calm affability. “We want to help you improve your security posture and increase your confidence in the plan,” said Fernbaugh. At… Continue reading Red Frog Security Consulting: The SEAL of Approval
Jody & Bailey – Owners MODAO
MODĀO RESALE is nestled in a shopping complex just off I-5 at exit 4 in Vancouver, flanked by a hair salon and a beauty supply store. The boutique specializes in gently-used, quality-label women’s clothing and accessories from favorite luxury designers, as well as tried and true brands. On one particular morning, a pair of pristine… Continue reading Jody & Bailey – Owners MODAO
Ted Pappas – Boiling It Down
Ted Pappas is President of the Oregon Distillers Guild and the Founder and Owner of Big Bottom Distilling (21420 NW Nicholas Ct. Suite D-9, Hillsboro). In both capacities Ted emphasizes a philosophy of keeping it local – using Oregon-made products to showcase the rich natural resources that our state has to offer, as well as… Continue reading Ted Pappas – Boiling It Down
Doug & Valerie Schmitt – Creating Delicious Magic
Tartberry owners Doug and Valerie Schmitt have created something truly special. Their downtown Portland self- serve frozen yogurt shops, Tartberry, Inc. (915 SW 9th Avenue) in the Cultural District and Tartberry Too near Portland State University (536 SW College Street), have a whimsical, colorful and adventurous ambiance that takes the experience far beyond a treat… Continue reading Doug & Valerie Schmitt – Creating Delicious Magic
Kooroush Shearan – small plates, BIG TASTE
Photograph by Maxwell DeYoung Kooroush Shearan, owner of Piattino (1140 NW Everett Street) is a world traveler who has had a lifelong relationship with food. The Iranian-born restaurateur has a passion for flavor, texture and ambiance that overflows in the lovely Pearl District Italian eatery. Guests are made to instantly feel welcome as they are… Continue reading Kooroush Shearan – small plates, BIG TASTE