Out With Erin

Exploring the Beauty of YYC and Beyond

Barrel-aged. Tart. Well-rounded. Complex. Cascade Brewing Barrel House is doing everything right in my mind when it comes to beers. I’m both a sucker and lover of sour beers. When we booked our trip to Portland everyone said stopping at Cascade was a necessity. After looking them up, I agreed. Soon as we arrived, it …

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Being both highly rated and recommended, it seemed like an easy decision to venture to Nong’s Khao Man Gai. This restaurant is located on the east side of Portland and comes with a fascinating story. The owner moved from Thailand with $70 and two suitcases, and in the end built a food cart and restaurant …

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Arriving in Portland for our first day, we figured we should have some food before beginning our adventure. We stopped at Lardo, a food cart turned sandwich stop that specializes in everything pork. The little restaurant on the east side is welcoming inside, and also features a large, outdoor seating area. Besides their food menu, …

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