Monthly Archives: April 2011

Food Trucks by Heather Shouse at Powell’s Books

Posted on April 27, 2011 by dieselboiLeave a comment

A new book came out this month focusing on the nations food truck scene. Food Trucks: Dispatches and Recipes from the Best Kitchens on Wheels by Heather Shouse is now on shelves and Heather is coming to Portland to discuss … Continue reading →

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Taste of the Nation, May 2nd [Winner]

Posted on April 26, 2011 by dieselboi32 Comments

The 24th annual Taste of the Nation takes place on May 2nd at Luxe Autohaus and features 50 of Portland’s best restaurants including a couple of food trucks. Fresh off their win and rave reviews from Eat Mobile, Fifty Licks … Continue reading →

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Kim Jong Grillin’ Cart Fire

Posted on April 25, 2011 by dieselboi4 Comments

On the same night that Kim Jong Grillin’ won the judges award at Eat Mobile, the owners were notified that the cart was on fire. Details are sketchy at the moment as to the cause, but this is truly a … Continue reading →

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Rip City Grill

Posted on April 25, 2011 by dieselboi4 Comments

  Location: SW Abernathy and Moody, South Waterfront Hours: M-F, 10am-2pm The Story: In 1971, famed Portland sports announcer Bill Shonely coined the phrase Rip City while broadcasting a game between the Trailblazers and the LA Lakers. In the past … Continue reading →

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Eat Mobile 2011, a Great Success

Posted on April 24, 2011 by dieselboi10 Comments

Even 24 hour later, I think I’m still full. 40 of Portland’s best carts came together under the Morrison bridge and served up some excellent food till the sun went down. There were pork treats and ice cream along with … Continue reading →

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