The Witherspoon Building is getting a makeover
Built in 1890 as a saloon, dance hall, and brothel, the Witherspoon Building is in the final stretch of its renovation.… Read More The Witherspoon Building is getting a makeover
A Milwaukie brewer, and a call for Portland brewmasters to make a pre-Prohibition beer
Philip Streib, former Milwaukie mayor, banker, brewmaster and owner of one kick-ass home. … Read More A Milwaukie brewer, and a call for Portland brewmasters to make a pre-Prohibition beer
Speaking of Portland: A new guide from Herb Lester
I helped collaborate with Herb Lester Associates out of London on their brand, spanking new guide/map to Portland.… Read More Speaking of Portland: A new guide from Herb Lester
On the imminent closing of the Black Cat in Sellwood
The Black Cat Tavern in Sellwood announced that they are shutting down their bar on June 30. I’m taking a wild guess here -coming next: mixed-use condos.… Read More On the imminent closing of the Black Cat in Sellwood
Photo of the week: Flora, Oregon
A remarkable photo sent to us of Flora, Ore. … Read More Photo of the week: Flora, Oregon
Lost: Church in Oak Grove, Ore.
A residential home in Oak Grove once housed a church (and movie theater). … Read More Lost: Church in Oak Grove, Ore.
Sign of the times
Portland Penny Diner’s new signage wins Sign of the Year, hands down! From the restaurant’s website: In 1845 Frances Pettygrove and Asa Lovejoy determined the city of Portland’s name with the flip of a coin. And we like to think that after the toss they walked into their favorite diner, or as they called them… Read More Sign of the times
Lost: Country Bills, Portland, Ore.
A few weeks back, Country Bills in Woodstock was demolished to make way for Gawd-knows-what (mixed-used condos?). My pal managed to capture a couple of pix of ghost signs that were revealed during the demo. What else is there to say? Was the food good? Hardly. But it was more than just a restaurant- it… Read More Lost: Country Bills, Portland, Ore.
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