Articles by Amy Wolfenberger

Check out the bars of these bars with covered patio seating so you can enjoy the...

Third Annual Sake Fest PDX, June 27

Sake Fest PDX is returning to the Governor Hotel to prove to Portland that sake ...

Warm Weather Brew: 5 Local Beers Perfect for Summer

Click through to see five of our favorite local brews, and then head out to try ...

Summer Preview: 6 New Bars to Look Forward To in Portland

It seems like bars and restaurants popped up faster than the flowers this spring...

5 Hot Cocktail Trends in Portland

Last year we toasted speciality ice through our hollowed-out marrow bone shanks ...

Where to Drink on Memorial Day Weekend in Portland

A lot of bars, breweries, wineries, and even the city put on some great events t...

Best Tap Lists in Portland

No. 1 beer town in America? We already knew that....

Portland Bubbles Week, May 6-12

Oregon may be known for Pinot Noir but the fun doesn’t stop there. All this we...

Best Places to Get a Craft Beer Keg in Portland

Forget fancy decorations or entertainment, the only thing a party needs to be su...

Wildwood Restaurant Showcases Local Oregon Vodkas

Wildwood Restaurant is known for showcasing Oregon's bounty with a classic farm-...

Top Irish Bars in Portland

This St. Patrick's Day check out these bars and raise your glass to honor the ri...

Must-Try Cocktail Bars in 5 Portland Neighborhoods

Portland has such unique neighborhoods that each one easily warrants its own gre...

Bars Where You Can Pay With Your Phone in Portland

Whether you're an early adopter or just can't seem to keep track of cash , wirel...

Best Bars That Show Movies and Movie Theaters With Bars in Portland

Enjoy a pint and a picture

Forget the absurd ticket prices at traditional movie theaters and grab a pint an...

Where to Celebrate Valentine's Day in Portland

It's not just for couples

Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day with a loved one or raising your glas...

Ampersand: The Hop and Vine Collaboration

2013 will bring even more diverse Ampersand chapters, but first make a point to ...

Widmer Brothers Brewery Previews Beers for Spring

Widmer Brothers Brewery has announced that they are returning to a more seasonal...

Best Bars for Wings in Portland

There is more to chicken wings than sports and bad beer, and we have the list to...

Supper Club at SE Wine Collective

Starting January 2013, SE Wine Collective will transform into a supper club feat...

2013 Preview: 7 Bars to Look Forward to in Portland

2013 will bring more than unrealized resolutions, we promise....

Metrovino Hosts Red vs. White Wine Battle, January 27

For just $45 you can enjoy a five-course tasting menu with 10 wine pairings in a...

New Year: Six Drink Portland Resolutions for 2013

by Amy Wolfenberger in Culture

Not all resolutions need be made in vain. ...

Portland Seafood and Wine Festival

As Dungeness crab season hits its stride, celebrate the bounty of Oregon's coast...

Tickets Available for Taste of the Nation Portland, May 7

Help end childhood hunger with one of the best meals you've ever had. ...

Portland's 10 Hottest Bars of 2012

2012 was a busy year for hellos and goodbyes in the food and drink world. If you...

Where to Celebrate New Year's Eve 2013 in Portland

The best places in town to be for New Year’s Eve 2012...

Bone Luge Hits the Big Time With Anthony Bourdain

"It's extremely anti-social and against all standards of decency. So I think we ...

Portland's 7 Best Regionally Inspired Bars for Homesick Drinkers

If you're feeling homesick, head to one of these regionally inspired bars....

Metrovino Aquavit Week, December 11-15

Don't despair as the weather grows colder and the sun retreats, instead, join Me...

Portland Winter Beer: Four Must-Try Local Seasonals

Something about long winter nights and seasonal cheer brings out the best from o...

Spirit Review: Olmeca Altos Tequila

This spirit was born from the idea that bartenders should not be forced to go to...

Weekend Drinks: Portland's Best Liquid Brunches

In Portland, you don't have to be hungry to enjoy a delicious brunch!...

Celebrate: 5 Places to Hold Your Office Party in Portland

Many bars and restaurants have the room to handle a holiday party for the whole ...

MurrayAid: Help a Barman Out

by Amy Wolfenberger in Culture

The idea of bartender as friend and counselor rings true to many people. Now it'...

Cocktail Recipes: The 6 Best Drinks From Portland Cocktail Week

Red, white and booze - tour the country's drinks from home

by Amy Wolfenberger in Cocktail Recipes

Visit some of the best cocktail cities in America without leaving your own kitch...

Eighth Annual Great American Distillers Festival, October 19-20

While you may be excited for Portland Cocktail Week, don't forget the reason the...

Five Must-Try Fall Cocktails in Portland

Ready to cool down after a long Portland summer? Sipping on these cocktails may ...

Portland Cocktail Week Guide: Must-Hit Events and Participating Bars

Third shot's the charm...

As beer festival season draws to a close and the weather grows colder, Portlande...

New Streetcar Keeps the Party Going from East to West

Far too often Portlanders miss out on some of the best spots in town due to the ...

Petal & Thorn: A New Vermouth from Imbue

Although everyone may be distracted by the hop harvests and seasonal brews, Imbu...

Rock Bottom's Rocktoberfest Release Party, September 20

Get decked out in your best fish attire and enjoy free samples of the new season...

Fall Preview: 7 Openings & Reopenings in Portland

Some cities celebrate the turning of the leaves but Portland celebrates fall wit...

Portland Bars with Outdoor Seating

Portland is as famous for beautiful landscapes as it is for delicious drinks. Wh...

Labor Day Weekend Events in Portland

It may mean the end of summer, but Labor Day is also about celebrating the Ameri...

Oregon Craft Beer Month: 5 Best Fruit Beers

Check out our five favorite fruit beers from both OBF and NAOBF 2012....

Lompoc's Red Raisin Release Party at Sidebar, August 15

Lompoc Brewing is celebrating the release of its new Red Raisin with a party at ...

Oregon Craft Beer Month: A Tale of Two Festivals

OBF vs. NAOBF

Now that Oregon Craft Beer Month has come to a close, it's time to review what w...

Metrovino Presents the Sherries of Emilio Lustau, Aug 15

On August 15, Pearl District New American Metrovino will showcase the sherries o...

Oregon Brewers Festival Preview: The Case for Organic Beer

From late-night snacking to sleeping through your alarm, big nights out can leav...

London 2012 Summer Olympics Food & Drink Specials in Portland

Raise a glass for Team USA

If you are interested in taking a break from Oregon Brewers Festival to cheer fo...

Last Wednesday Southeast Slow Ride

Slow down at the Last Wednesday Southeast Slow Ride - you could win a brand new ...

Belvedere Introduces Flavored Vodkas That Won't Put You Into a Sugar Coma

Real infusions make for real flavor

Forget what you think you know about flavored vodka. Belvedere's process more cl...

Preview: Riffle Opens in the Pearl

by Amy Wolfenberger in Bars & Restaurants

At Riffle, Ken and Jennifer Norris will introduce a new way to excite the palate...

The Scullery: The EastBurn Supper Club

The EastBurn is well-known for food and drink events, so when we heard of their ...

Preferred Portland Pinball: 5 Places to Play