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Nostrana 2008
Thanks everyone for your feedback. I haven't gotten there yet due to being slightly...unemployed, but I am greedily gathering up advice and information on Italian cuisine in Portland. Very excited about Di Prima Dolci in the north. OT I suppose, but oh well.
Nostrana 2008
I just recently moved to Portland, and thus have not been to many restaurants around town. On Chowhound and elsewhere I'm seeing some TERRIBLE reviews of Nostrana ("Elf food!"; "STAY AWAY!!!!!!!!") but most of them date back to around 2005...is it worth going there in 2008? And if so, just for the pizza, or for their "wood oven" items and desserts as well? I went onto the website and I found their menu appealing; nothing mind-blowing but potentially delicious if done well. Anyone have an opinion?
Moving to Portland: need food recs
Thanks so much, everyone! I'm heading out of Moab on Wednesday, and I'm so excited...I drool constantly...very inconvenient. I have made a list of all of your suggestions, so I am armed and ready.
Moving to Portland: need food recs
We are actually doing a scenic route, from SLC through Nevada to Berkeley, then up 101 to Portland
Moving to Portland: need food recs
Hey there,
I am going on a road trip with my best friend and my brother in two weeks with my ultimate destination being Portland! I have been in Moab, Utah for two months (Lord...I mean Portland, deliver me!) and need food recs. I have never been and would like a few killer recommendations for three weary, broke travelers. I guess this is a question in two parts: 1) Can you recommend some places for three people who have never been to Portland, one of whom will be returning to Montreal in a week? and 2) Can you recommend restaurants/resources for two people who are moving to Portland with no knowledge of the city? We are all relatively broke, college-age (well, just past), and enjoy "ethnic" eats. I particularly am a fan of Vietnamese, Laotian and Nonya cuisine, and would love to get my hands on some banh mi and bun. I am also going through some major, major Indian withdrawal and need to fall off the wagon...with a bang. I am also willing to splurge once or twice if the place warrants it, and think atmosphere, Portland-ness(?) and a great (and fair) wine list are all important considerations here. I am from the east coast originally and am moving to the west coast to experience the sea food, produce and love of good food. Am I being idealistic? Also, since I've written a book already I may as well throw it out there: I am a cook looking to break into/learn about baking and pastry and am looking for a baking/pastry job. I need a place that really cares about its product, with a nice atmosphere. Any suggestions? I am sorry for the chatty tone here, currently listening to John Prine if that's an explanation...
Help! SF first time, 3 nights
Also, this may or may not sound weird, but as this is California I'll give it a go-- I'm absolutely wild about fruit. It's my favorite thing, I dream about it-- ripe, not quite ripe, naked or baked or macerated--- are there any San Francisco fruit experiences I should know about? Mind you, I'll be here beginning of August.
Help! SF first time, 3 nights
Thanks! I'm not going until the beginning of August, but as Jean Arthur might say, Gee, I'm awful excited!
Help! SF first time, 3 nights
Coming from Montreal...Elements sounds good except that there are loads of terrible reviews on the internet... of course I'd like to shove down all of the burritos and tacos I can, also great coffee would be...great. Chinese, Dim sum for brunch (weekday, would prefer carts and great food, don't mind hole-in-the-wall). I've heard about Philz, Taqueria, Casa Sanchez, Swan Oyster, Rachiutti's, Tartine, Acme, Cheese Collective (Berk), Papalote, Taylor's Automatic Refresher...
Help! SF first time, 3 nights
I'll be here Mon-Thurs which I suppose could have its ups and downs
Help! SF first time, 3 nights
My boyfriend and I will be in San Fran for three nights. I wish I could say that money is no object, but that would be a downright lie. So-- here we are, poor, young and adventurous. Thinking of staying at the Marina Motel (anyone? anyone?) but THE MAIN POINT IN QUESTION is where do we eat (my favorite meal being brunch)? We are both living in Montreal, so I'm thinking we should take advantage of what would be Monty's supposed weak points-- fresh seafood, Mexican-- and would love to get me some farm-fresh Cali produce. Picnics, stands, and other informal choices welcome. Okay, I'll shut up now and listen...
