Because a lot of you have asked about my recommendations for what to do in Portland, I thought it would be fun to do a city guide! These are the places I came to love over the three years I lived there, so although It’s a bit lengthy, I guarantee that you’ll have a great time at any of the following:

EAT

– Skip the hype of Voodoo and head to Blue Star or Pip’s for a delicious donut.

– Screen Door is the spot for southern food and the best mac and cheese.

– Pix won for the best champagne menu IN THE WORLD, but their macarons and french desserts are also to die for.

– The family style dishes at Tasty N Sons are great for either brunch or dinner.

– For really cheap (but really delcious) Thai food, go to Pad Thai Kitchen.

– Lovely’s Fifty-Fifty has wood fired pizza AND homemade ice cream. Continue reading…