[Updated: Pascal Chureau, says he will be overseeing the restaurant, but won't be "chef". He's "not leaving Allium", but is "just overseeing the restaurant". Michael Hanaghan, previously of Ten-01, will be head chef. Wasn't that fun? Sometimes you … [Read more...]

I received a tip on Monday that the Brasserie was making a chef change. Being a bit gun shy after my "closed" debacle back in early January, I haven't posted about it. This week however, a "Closed for Remodel" sign has appeared on the door. There … [Read more...]

Updated: I got a tip earlier this week that the Brasserie over at 626 SW Park Avenue was closing, but at the time, everything seemed normal. However, a quick check tonight showed they have suddenly been taken off of Open Table, usually a sign that … [Read more...]

It's true, as often happens, I get deluged with new tips every time I post a roundup. Here we go: YamYam's restaurant in N Portland was being used as a front to launder money from a Crips gang cocaine deals. As someone said on Twitter, no wonder … [Read more...]

Imbibe Magazine was recognized with an Eddie Award for Best Epicurean Magazine on September 23 at Folio Magazine's annual awards gala in New York City. Imbibe also received an Ozzie Award for Best Use of Photography in its July/August 2006 issue, and … [Read more...]

When Gourmet's Diary of a Foodie was first announced, I checked the local OPB listings, and since they didn't show it, completely forgot about the series. Months later, my Tivo was smart enough to figure out I might enjoy the show, and started … [Read more...]