There is a surprising amount of American history (not to mention Oregonian history) that took place in Astoria, Oregon. Before our latest trip, we had no idea that it was an important – and very much contested – player in the fur trade that drove the War of 1812, and that it’s home to the…
A peek behind the curtain: sitting down to write this guide was hard! We live in Portland, and had a long list of things we wanted to make sure to include to make sure you see the best that the city has to offer. How can we possibly fit everything we love about Portland into…
We fell in love with the state of Oregon when, in mid-2020, we decided to try out living in our minivan – Homer the Honda Odyssey – and spent six weeks on an incredible road trip that took us all over the state, from the Oregon Coast, to Bend and Crater Lake National Park, and,…
Portland is one of the coolest cities in the country. Period. We might be a little biased, considering we live here, but the word is getting out thanks to Netflix shows visiting to explore the amazing food scene and the increasing popularity of outdoor adventure in the Pacific Northwest. If you’re planning a trip to…
Between the dense forests, roaring rivers, and soaring mountain peaks, Oregon is a wonderland for people who love the outdoors. In the last year and a half, we have spent more than three months in Oregon, exploring every corner of the western half of the state (though there’s so much more to Oregon that we…
Looking for a guide to the best restaurants for eating gluten free in Portland, Oregon? You’re in the right place! We’re Matt and Alysha, and we live in Portland and spend a good chunk of our time exploring the gluten free food scene here. SPOILER: It’s not just restaurants, but also food carts, bakeries, breweries,…