#portland

#portland

Navigating the influx of custom Instagram cakes requires careful selection, but with expert guidance, birthday celebrations in Portland can be truly special.

It's an accomplished debut, with compelling performances (especially from Ratterman) and a script that refuses to draw easy conclusions about any of its characters.

In this week’s Pop Quiz PDX, we explore a variety of trivia topics, challenging participants with questions about statues, amusement parks, and the metaphorical sinking of Portland.

Rummers have become highly sought after as unique midcentury homes, with around 300 ever built, making their market debut particularly exciting for enthusiasts.

Thrifting in Portland is not just about finding clothes, it's an activity enriched with the thrill of digging, exploring curated shops, and discovering unique styles.

For years I would always try to write to people to see what happened to them. And could never figure out ... To have found [the family], is just unbelievable.

Often overlooked for flashier Washington Park attractions-like the zoo, the Japanese Garden, even Hoyt Arboretum-World Forestry Center still works to draw visitors to its woodsy, lodge-like Discovery Museum.

The Mercury is giving away free tickets to excite readers about Portland's upcoming concerts, showing appreciation for their support while highlighting exciting performances.

"I have a solid group of people that I know that aren't tied to my career. Other places I've lived I've had a really hard time finding that community."

Since chef Tommy Habetz left high-profile restaurant kitchens behind to open Bunk in 2008, Portland has been a nationally significant sandwich city.

Balong, launched by chef Justin Dauz as a pop-up, has opened its brick-and-mortar location, known for its breakfast sandwiches and baked goods.

"When I moved to San Francisco in 2011, it was to be my last move...The pandemic stretched that to 11 ½. To be perfectly candid, the rising cost of living convinced me otherwise."

While Portland is famous for its craft cocktails, its margarita offerings stand out too, with bars crafting both classic and creative agave drinks.

"Deadstock Coffee, founded by Ian Williams, transitioned from a cart to a beloved coffee shop, becoming a staple in Portland's coffee scene since 2015."

This is the second pay period in a row where employee paychecks were going to be late and we were not being told why they were late.

Initially, police suspected the damage stemmed from a falling airplane part due to the vehicle's location, but investigations revealed it was from a tugboat.

The Love Notes from the Lurker exhibition emphasizes introspection and the unseen connections in our surroundings through Jess Ackerman's balanced compositions that reflect vintage design motifs.

As someone who grew up flying in and out of PDX, I was long under the impression that all airports are somewhat similar to PDX, offering homey atmospheres.

In Portland, the culinary scene has seen a substantial evolution, with taco trucks thriving alongside contemporary Mexican restaurants, showcasing a broad range of flavors and styles.

I just had a good time-traveling moment,