Consistently named one of America’s best food cities, it’s not unusual that eating is a major part of any Portland getaway. While I’ve already written about what to do in Stumptown, it’s now time for a delicious reminisce of the best food and brews in Portland. Portland isn’t too focused on fine dining. True to its […]
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Welcome to Portlandia: a weekend in Portland, Oregon
A clown sporting tartan overalls and a bold blue afro stands on the sidewalk, accompanied by two friends dressed like GWAR bandmates. It sounds like the opener of a very weird joke. But it isn’t. It’s just Portland. It was October 2015. Myself and four fellow Aussie expats had piled into the car in the […]
West Coast road trip: a nature lover’s journey
The mighty west coast road trip. It’s a rite of passage for both Americans and those visiting the USA. A trip to the United States isn’t truly complete without it. If you’re a nature lover with a fondness for sweeping coastal landscapes, ruggedly mountainous national parks, vibrant cities and laid-back seaside towns, I’d definitely add this to your […]
Falling for fall in the Pacific Northwest
Though my Aussie blood has me naturally wishing for long, hot and sunny days spent beach-side (particularly in November), it really has been magnificent to witness the change of season here in Washington. As the days grow ever so slightly shorter and cooler, and the tree leaves begin to turn those dramatic autumn hues, there’s […]