Monthly Archives: August 2009

Built to Grill

Location: SW 3rd and Washington Description: When I walked by Built to Grill the other day, something caught my nose, intriguing me. I had already eaten lunch, so vowed to return the next day. Luckily, my lunch buddies wanted to … Continue reading

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Food Carts NEWS Roundup

Here is your midweek Food Cart News roundup: NBC Nightly New producer Joel Seidman was in town the past couple of days doing a segment for NBC on Portland’s Food Cart scene. He’s a good guy and was excited Portland … Continue reading

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Homegrown Smoker Natural Barbecue

Location: SW 4th and College Description: All Vegan Barbecue. Got that? All Vegan. I know that immediately throws a curve ball, but once you’ve tried it, you will say to yourself – “where has this been all my life?”  Homegrown … Continue reading

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Addy’s Sandwich Bar

Location: SW 10th and Alder (facing 10th) Description: Sandwiches. Is there anything more satisfying than a good sandwich for lunch. I have fond memories of making basic cheese and ham sandwiches when I was a kid. My parents always opted … Continue reading

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Philly Cheesesteaks and Burgers

Location: Pioneer Courthouse Square (near the corner of SW 6th and Yamhill) and SW 4th and Hall Pod Description: [Originally written Nov. 2008; updated Aug. 2009] Philadelphia Freedom! Perhaps it is this monumental 2008 election year, but after dropping off … Continue reading

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