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The Most Haunted Pubs For Halloween

Posted by Sean Paul Lavine on

The Most Haunted Pubs For Halloween
For all the thrill seekers out there, here's a guide on some of the most iconic and haunted pubs and restaurants in Portland, Oregon.

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Tequila, Limes and a Night Full of Fun!

Posted by Marissa Alvarez on

Tequila, Limes and a Night Full of Fun!

Margaritas are a staple for any good night out. So why not celebrate it fully on National Margarita day on February 22nd! This simple drink made up of tequila, lime and Cointreau (could be substituted with triple sec) is refreshing and comes in many different flavors, but the most important ingredient has to be the tequila. Origins: Tequila, made from the blue agave fruit, originated in Mexico. Arizona, being so close to the action decided to drink that product right up! It is in Arizona where the well known drink “Tequila Sunrise” was originated. It was created as a “poolside...

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The Happiest of Hours

Posted by Poppy Milliken on

The Happiest of Hours

We were lucky enough to get a little insight into the Happy Hour culture in Portland from Imperial restaurant's lead bartender Tony Gurdian: Portland, Oregon is a town that takes its Happy Hour seriously. People out here work hard to seek out a deal in the afternoon or late night. In a city where food and beverage are taken so seriously, we want to provide something special, different, and fast.  At Imperial, we offer a quick-fire but excellent menu, ranging from fresh oysters to house-made pâté, to fried pigtail. Our sommelier keeps two unique wines available and I offer my draft...

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