Portland Dining Month

Portland’s Tender Table event series features performances and snacks by women and gender-nonbinary people of color.

The Northwest’s two favorite brews are in the spotlight again for the seventh NW Coffee Beer Invitational. Twenty talented brewers and beverage makers were asked to create freshly made beer with locally roasted coffee. With the emphasis on flavors and an ABV requirement of 7% or less, this event promises inspired combinations. Entries will be…

Enjoy entertainment, lots of fresh Oregon seafood and wine, craft beers, cider, and distilled spirits at the 15th Annual Portland Seafood & Wine Festival, Presented by ilani Casino Resort. Taste some of Oregon’s best wines from over 60 wineries and munch on deliciously fresh seafood at the peak of Dungeness Crab season. We encourage you…

The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Come meet some of Portland’s best makers and creators! The Portland Night Market is a bimonthly, free event and open to all ages.

Join one of the region’s longest-running events where more than 150 wineries and tasting rooms will host special events, capping off the state-wide celebration of Oregon Wine Month. Taste new wines from your favorite labels, sample from the barrel with winemakers or savor specialty food pairings and live music. Enjoy a winery tour or vineyard…

All are welcome and invited to the 50th Annual Delta Park Powwow and Encampment on June 19-21, 2020 at East Delta Park in Portland, Oregon. The event is a free and family-friendly celebration of Native American culture. The Delta Park Powwow and Encampment is an annual Portland tradition that draws Native American, and non-native participants…

Offered by Wildwood Adventures. World-famous Pinot Noirs, crisp Chardonnays and sweet Rieslings are just a taste of the dozens of wines that Oregon has to offer. On this adventure through the rolling hills of the Willamette Valley, you’ll visit three carefully selected vineyards. Guests will partake in tasting flights and experience a behind-the-scenes view of…

A holiday tradition for generations, the Cinnamon Bear Cruise brings magic to life. Be the guests of honor on this two-hour cruise. Enjoy holiday treats while a cast of fanciful characters entertains you with storytelling, music and magic. Have your picture taken with the Cinnamon Bear himself atop his magical throne. Make this a holiday…

A rich variety of renowned cafes and pioneering micro-roasters can be found in each of Portland’s diverse neighborhoods, but there’s no better way to explore the delicious coffee scene than by jumping on the streetcar. On this three-hour walking tour, you’ll sip your way through Portland’s coffee scene in downtown, the Pearl District and the…

The driver covers all tasting fees with charcuterie plates ($150 value for full day, $90 value for half day). Experience the best of Willamette Valley wine country on an all-inclusive, guided wine-tasting tour from Portland. Be chauffeured in a luxury SUV with a small group of fellow wine lovers and spend a half day or…

This tour is a great way to experience Portland’s beer scene on foot, and great for small groups or families traveling with kids. Check out the history and culture of popular areas in Portland by foot. You choose the neighborhood, and we’ll show you around to three breweries. Walking tours provide a great overview of…

Portland Saturday Market, the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the United States, opens every Saturday and Sunday from March–December. The market combines the vibes of an arts show, a live street concert and an open-air bazaar, this riverside market has been a beloved Rose City tradition since 1974. In fact, the market is considered the largest…

It’s hard to beat the Pacific Northwest when it comes to beer. This tour will introduce you to the ingredients, history and culture that makes the craft beer scene in the Pacific Northwest admired worldwide. Brewvana will start with the education first and introduce you to the ingredients in beer and how they’ve contributed to…

Join Portland’s oldest food tour company, Forktown, to check out Mississippi Avenue. This historic Portland neighborhood is artsy, eclectic and has loads of personality along with fantastic food and drink. This tour will make five different stops with tastes ranging from a Korean-Mexican fusion tacos from a beloved food cart, Thai noodles sampled with a…

Tender Table is a storytelling platform for women, trans and non-binary folks who are black, indigenous or people of color. Tender Table seeks out narratives about the sweet, savory, sour and bitter relationships to food and its connections to identity, memory and community. Join up for an afternoon of stories and food by four amazing…

Tour the largest whiskey distillery in Oregon, look at the complete production process from grain to glass including beer wash direct from the frermentation tanks and new make whiskey right off the still. Includes a Westward Whiskey flight. All guests must wear closed-toed shoes.

Join up for a beer fueled walking tour and see what it takes to make award-winning beer in the Northwest. During the tour, BeerQuest provides behind-the-scene access at an award-winning brewery to see how beer is made and sample the ingredients used in the brewing process. You’ll sample a total of 11 beers from three…

Join your friends, relatives and Pix for a formal (but fun!) holiday tea. From December 14 through the New Year, Pix is offering daily tea services at 2 and 3:30 p.m. The menu includes a pot of tea from Townshend’s Tea House and a selection of 14 sweet and savory bite-sized treats … think French…

You may have seen the bûches de noël attempting to disguise themselves as pieces of wood. They are cute, sure. But the modern bûche is sexy. The modern bûche de noël is molded instead of rolled and has a light, more sophisticated flavor and presentation. Recipes and techniques covered in this class include: Chocolate MousseChocolate…

You may have seen bûches de noël attempting to disguise themselves as pieces of wood. They are cute, sure. But the modern bûche is sexy. The modern bûche de noël is molded instead of rolled and has a light, more sophisticated flavor and presentation. (This just happens to be gluten free!) Recipes and techniques include:…

Uncover Portland’s dark side on this spine-tingling walking tour and hear firsthand accounts of paranormal encounters – all while sampling six local beers. The Old Town District in downtown Portland, Oregon is lined with beautiful historic buildings and cobblestone streets. Lively with restaurants and nightlife today, 100 years ago Old Town was home to many…

Welcome another new brewery for the Yoga + Beer Portland schedule. Join an all-levels yoga class led by instructor Seville Strickler. After class, yogis are invited to stay and enjoy a delicious beer at Ruse in the company of fellow Beer Yogis. Things to know: Class is limited size so pre-registration is recommended.Please arrive 5-10…

On this tastiest of tasting tours, not only will you learn volumes about third wave coffee, but you’ll also be treated to decadent delights throughout this 2.5-hour walking tour. The tour will meander through Downtown Portland, visiting 5 specialty cafes where you’ll sample delicious coffee and house-made delights – think classic donuts made to perfection,…

Discover some of Portland’s most celebrated micro-roasters and specialty cafes in the upscale Pearl District and Northwest Portland’s Alphabet District. Cobblestone streets and converted warehouses hint at the neighborhood’s industrial past, but innovative roasters and award-winning baristas define the culinary future of this iconic district. On this three-hour walking tour, you’ll visit 4-5 cafes as…

Join Portland’s oldest food tour company Forktown on a stroll through Portland’s vibrant downtown. Tours make five delicious stops to eat and drink, with foods and beverages ranging from fresh pasta with housemade ragu, smoked seafood, local wines, microbrews, a farm-to-table Mexican restaurant, a gorgeous chocolate shop and more. These Portland foodie tours explore some…

Recent scientific “discoveries” have uncovered a revolutionary new building material that could change how we prepare for earthquakes – gingerbread! Come to OMSI and learn how buildings are designed to withstand quakes. Design, build and test your own quake-proof gingerbread building. Put your tower on OMSI’s shake table to see if it will survive “the…

On the east side of the Willamette River, nestled among converted warehouses and quirky neighborhoods, you’ll find the pioneering micro-roasters that sparked the third wave coffee revolution. This three-hour walking tour introduces you to award-winning baristas crafting some of the world’s finest coffee drinks. Taste top-notch espresso, cold brew variations and as an added bonus,…

Zymurgy is the study of fermentation, and Portland is all about some fermented beverages. Taste some cider, beer and spirits on this tour of some of Portland’s tastiest craft beverages. Learn about the ingredients, process and culture of each of these. Cider is a gluten-free alternative that has been gaining popularity in this region, and…

Portland Saturday Market presents their Holiday Spirits Fest, Dec. 21 and 22. Spirits Fest highlights local distillers who are shaking up Portland’s vibrant scene. It’s all about meeting the makers of the local crafted spirits and the wonderful concoctions people can create using local spirits. Each distiller will have a signature cocktails to tantalize your…

Join up for the annual Latke Ball (ages 21+). Come celebrate Chanukah with food, friends, games, drinks and dancing. Check back for more details on time, location and cost.

The Portland Farmers Market at Portland State University will be open every Saturday, year round. April through October hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. November through March hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Although Seattle comes in first when it comes to coffee culture, Portland has learned a lot from its neighbors and comes in close second. Brewvana has an obsession with donuts and although they might drive you by Voodoo Donuts to see the line, they’ll head to the locals’ favorite for your donut fix. After getting…

The combination of beer and whiskey is a match made in heaven. Beer and whiskey are surprisingly similar in ingredients and process. In fact, you have to make beer to make whiskey! You’ll start at a brewery first to learn about the ingredients and brewing process for beer and taste a variety of styles. Next,…

Focus on cocktails perfectly designed for the holidays. Guests will learn how to make whiskey cocktails and a few holiday favorites. This hands-on cocktail class will have each participate making up to five different delicious cocktails from ingredients found in most kitchens.

Celebrate the holidays at Aurora Colony Vineyards. Vocalist Rebecca Hardiman and her Karen Carpenter Tribute Band will take you on a walk down memory lane as they bring you their renditions of the beloved Christmas songs from The Carpenter’s Christmas Portrait album. Rebecca delivers the same rich, warm sound that Karen Carpenter was known for….

Make crafts and decorations for your home, take part in Israeli dancing and eat some delicious sufganiot (jelly donuts) at this family-friendly Chanukah celebration.

Lents International Farmers Market opens on Sunday, June 2, 2019 and is open every Sunday through November 24, 2019. The Lents International Farmers Market (LIFM) is the only one in Portland with an intentional international focus. LIFM provides fresh, affordable and culturally appropriate produce to the diverse community of Lents neighbors. Founded in 2006 by…

Join up for this fun family event and ring in the New Year. Arts and crafts, games, bouncy house, dancing, snacks, pool float and the annual countdown to 2020 at noon with the balloon drop! Event from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Pool Float from 12:30-2 p.m.

Start your New Year’s Eve celebrations at Aurora Colony Vineyards. Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner and a fabulous concert by the Abiqua Studio Jazz Trio. See the event website for details on the dinner and music.

One of the premier dance bands in the Pacific Northwest, Blue Skies brings back the smooth big band sound that has become the band’s trademark. Come out to dance, or just to enjoy the great music of the big band era. This ’20s-themed New Year’s Eve party includes appetizers, swing dance lessons and a champagne…

Ring in the New Year with a free chocolate buffet!* When the clock strikes midnight, Pix and Bar Vivant patrons can indulge in chocolate mousse, chocolate cake, chocolate meringue, chocolate ice cream, chocolate truffles, chocolate beer and more. Save your resolutions for another day. Best dressed wins a $100 gift certificate. The party starts at…

Learn how to effortlessly make delicious cocktails at home for you and your friends with this hands-on cocktail class. In this introductory class, each participant will learn how to make up to five different delicious cocktails from ingredients found in most kitchens.

Take a deep dive into the world of single malt whiskey. Explore different regions of the world to learn what makes each style of single malt special and what binds them together. With your guide, you will analyze the different production processes and how they impact the flavor of single malts from around the world,…

Fermentation is one of the oldest and simplest means of preserving foods. It is also the best way to manage your gut microbiome, the ~100 trillion bacteria that live in your gut and change your health in a myriad of ways. In this class, you will create a personalized batch of sauerkraut to take home,…

Reel Eats taps into the senses using both cinema and cuisine. Each curated bite is tucked away in different numbered boxes matching key moments in the film, enhancing the narrative in electrifying ways. Come to this quarterly film series and experience the silver screen like never before.

In this workshop, participants will discover the history and science of miso, taste different types and craft a batch of red miso to take home. Learn useful tips for how to use miso in the kitchen while enjoying a fresh bowl of traditional miso soup.

Join up for a look at the world of whiskey. Guests will sample a multitude of different whiskies and learn about how the aging process, barrel selection and other factors alter the final flavor. Next, take an in-depth look at the whiskey-making process, including touring the beer house and distillery, tasting beer wash, white dog…

This year’s fair will showcase both traditional and contemporary Chinese cultural activities, including a Lion Dance and other Chinese folk dances, Chinese instrumental music, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese martial arts demonstrations, children’s games and more.

A Japanese New Year tradition, Mochitsuki refers to the pounding of sticky rice to make mochi rice cakes. Mochitsuki Portland has been an annual Japanese-American New Year cultural celebration in the local community since 1996. The family-friendly festival has grown in popularity each year since, bringing together food, artwork, cultural booths, demonstrations, and local music…

The Crystal Ballroom will be flinging its doors open to this free, all-ages birthday wing-ding. With the Crystal Hotel open, the birthday fun covers two city blocks: music in four different rooms; music in Al’s Den; kids fun; food and drink specials; tastings of McMenamins’ spirits, wine and beer; and of course a special birthday…