The 2014 vintage of Erath’s Oregon Pinot Noir is a graceful expression of the Willamette Valley, showcasing the elegance and restraint that has made the region world-renowned for Pinot Noir. In the glass, it reveals a translucent ruby hue and opens with aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, and dried rose petals, underpinned by hints of forest floor and subtle baking spice.
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As digital connection reshapes the way communities gather and celebrate, Portland’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta emerges as a shining example of how tradition and technology can harmonize to deepen cultural pride and community engagement. Now entering its 38th year, this beloved festival returns May 2–5, 2025, to Tom McCall Waterfront Park, offering a jubilant celebration of Mexican heritage—and a modern, interactive platform for cultural storytelling.
Founded in 1983 and organized by the Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association (PGSCA), the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta has grown into Oregon’s largest multicultural celebration, drawing more than 40,000 visitors annually from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. At its heart, the festival represents a living bridge between Portland and its sister city of Guadalajara, Mexico—a decades-long partnership rooted in diplomacy, friendship, and cultural exchange.
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In Newberg, Oregon, the Chehalem tasting room offers a charming step back in time. Housed in a historic brick building, it blends Old World character with a distinctly Northwest flair. One of its most charming quirks? A refillable wine-on-tap program that lets you fill up a liter-sized Chehalem-branded bottle with select wines like the INOX Chardonnay or their signature Three Vineyard Pinot Noir. It’s an eco-friendly, community-driven twist that’s as practical as it is enjoyable.
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by Andrew Chalk
Pronghorn, a luxury Auberge Resorts property in Bend, Oregon, and the only 5 star resort in the Pacific Northwest wants more Texans to come visit. So they holding culinary events this Spring and Summer. During each 2 day event a guest chef form one of the other Auberge Resort properties will host at Pronghorn with their own menus and cooking classes. The schedule thus far is: Continue reading
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