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Our blog shares Faces of the Northwest, interviews with creative Northwest business owners, Northwest Moments, and photos of some of our favorite places in the Northwest.

Maurice Luncheonette in Downtown Portland

Maurice Luncheonette in Downtown Portland

Maurice’s Luncheonette in downtown Portland is a unique Nordic/French fusion lunch spot within walking distance of Powell’s City of Books. Fun and unusual, it is a great spot to stop for dessert and coffee, or a light lunch.

La Bottega Italian Cafe, Deli, & Wine Shop

La Bottega Italian Cafe, Deli, & Wine Shop

La Bottega Authentic Italian Cafe is a fabulous spot for lunch or dinner in downtown Vancouver with good food, a gourmet grocery, and comfortable Old World feel.

Boomerang Bistro, Vancouver, WA

Boomerang Bistro, Vancouver, WA

A small non-profit stylish bistro in downtown Vancouver, WA. In the heart of old town, the marble countertops and brick walls showcase the historic vibe of downtown Vancouver.

Winter Waves

Winter Waves

#NorthwestMoments | #SeasideOR | #WinterWaves Is there a better time to visit the Oregon Coast than December? Depends on what you’re looking for. I went in search of beautiful waves and smaller crowds, so it was the perfect weekend. The end of the year is famous for whale watching, as… Read More

Weekend Brunch at Bread & Honey Cafe

#PDXBrunch | #SaltedCaramelCinnamonRolls | #NorthwestMoments There’s nothing like a brunch on a Saturday morning. Last weekend, it was a visit to Bread & Honey Cafe. The veggie hash and blueberry buttermilk oat cakes were delicious. But the star was obviously the salted caramel cinnamon roll!

Zoo Lights

Zoo Lights

#ZooLights | #OregonZoo | #BestNorthwest Have you ridden the Washington Park Railway Zoo Train in December? Not only is the train all a-glow and covered with animals, but the views of lights alongside the track are fun and festive as well. Grab a cup of cocoa at the Afri-Cafe and… Read More