Eating Out
Experience a culinary journey through Japanese-Korean fusion at Janken, a lushly designed pan-Asian restaurant in Portland's stylish Pearl District. Named after the Japanese equivalent of Rock Paper Scissors, Janken occupies a 9,000 square-foot...
Eating Out
Meaning bonfire in Japanese, Takibi is a groundbreaking restaurant developed by outdoor lifestyle brand, Snow Peak. Founded in 1958 by Yukio Yamai, the Japanese company sell minimalist, functional, and built to last climbing, camping and outdoor...
Hotels
With 119 rooms to bed down in, expansive communal spaces, and a choice of three restaurants—including the all-day rooftop eatery with views across the city—The Hoxton, Portland, is the second American outpost for the Ennismore-created brand;...
Eating Out
Following on from the rapid success of their first Vancouver restaurant, the guys behind Virtuous Pie — an eatery on a mission to accelerate the adoption of the plant-based diet — have stepped onto American soil for the first time. Portland,...
Eating Out
NEVER COFFEE Portland, serves up some of the city’s finest third wave coffee in a small but perfectly-executed space on Belmont Street. A neighbourhood joint where bumping elbows and standing to enjoy a quick espresso is actively encouraged,...
Hotels
Located in the longtime-vacant Mariners Building in the heart of downtown Portland, The Society Hotel is a project from Matt Siegel, Jonathan Cohen, Gabe Genauer and Jesse Burke; combining lodging solutions and affordable prices in a lovingly...
Eating Out
There are few greater joys in life than a big bowl of mussels accompanied by a plate of frites and a Belgian beer. La Moule in Portland, Oregon, is attempting to prove that there are: an expertly-crafted cocktail for afters. (Or...
Eating Out
Places such as Portland's Langbaan have been dubbed “unrestaurants” for their deviation from the conventions of the city's dining scene – keeping odd hours and occupying unusual premises – but don't let the added prefix leave any negative...
Shopping
As the USA's unofficial capital of free-thinking alternative lifestylers, Portland, Oregon is bursting at the seams with crafty sorts who either make their living as makers or love to indulge in some weekend artisanal hobbying. And so it follows...
Shopping
Kristin Van Buskirk has got a soft spot for Dutch designers which she developed while working for Nike in Amsterdam. She grew to appreciate the unusual places their thought processes go over there, so when she set up her first bricks and mortar...
Culture
More commonly associated with hard-drinkers, modern responsible motorcycling demands changing with the times, and here to fuel up thirsty bikers in the 21st Century, as well as selling motorcycle paraphernalia, is See See Motor Coffee Co. in...
City Notes
Husband and wife team Sara and Martin Stayers (the duo behind Houston favourites Nobie’s and Toasted Coconut) add a retro pizza joint to their list of eateries, the eclectic Montrose neighbourhood now home to Nonno’s Family Pizza Tavern, where...
City Notes
Long-time collaborators by LEMOIGNAN and MHA have rejoined forces after a hiatus, the Montreal-based design studio and architecture and design office collaborating to create the architectural signature and restrained but distinctive aesthetics for...
City Notes
Locke open their sixth property in London and their thirteenth overall to date, the lifestyle brand having chosen Kensington and Chelsea as home for its latest design-led aparthotel concept. Comprising 121 apartments ranging from studios to...
Stuff Crush
“It felt a little intimidating at first,” explains French documentary and portrait photographer, Jérôme Favre. “Obviously Millwall fans have an infamous reputation, and going there as an outsider, with two cameras around my neck, felt a...
Dispatches
Your home is more than just four walls - it's a sanctuary, a place of security and comfort. Among its protective elements, the roof stands as a guardian against the unpredictable forces of nature. So, here’s why your roof is a critical aspect of...
Dispatches
I remember the excitement and anticipation that filled the air as I prepared for my big event. Whether it was a conference, a trade show, or a local fair, one thing was certain: I needed to make a lasting impression. That's when the idea of using a...
Dispatches
Building trust is like constructing a sturdy bridge between your business and customers. It's not just about transactions; it's about forging lasting connections. This article will be unpacking some foolproof moves that can turn your business into a...
Dispatches
Few hobbies surpass the delight and excitement of acquiring a cherished collection of trading cards in the world of collecting. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your journey, the desire to preserve and protect your cards is...