Monthly Archives: May 2014

Lovejoy Bakers/S. Waterfront– May 25, 2014

Posted on May 29, 2014 by howpamfam

Maybe we were too excited about the new Lovejoy Bakers outlet in S. Waterfront.  Their Pearl store contains a number of out-of-the- ordinary touches –  adirondack chairs outdoors on a wooden boardwalk, plenty of windows producing an airy vibe,  stools … Continue reading →

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TwentySix Cafe– May 18, 2014

Posted on May 19, 2014 by howpamfam

Although we had been planning for a ride to a new SW shop, the three of us changed to this close-by NE destination in part due to a  marathon closing certain bridges and roads, and in part due to more … Continue reading →

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Albina Press/Hawthorne — Revisited May 11, 2014

Posted on May 18, 2014 by howpamfam

Three of us took off 30 minutes earlier (7:30) today due to the morning Mothers Day activities that some of us had.   The 30 minute difference results in a notably quieter time for traffic, while the colors and scents … Continue reading →

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Albina Press N.– Revisited May 4, 2014

Posted on May 10, 2014 by howpamfam

Albina Press was an early, successful pioneer in the world of coffee houses.  For us, however, it wasn’t always a successful hang-out due its limited size vs. popularity.   We theorize the twin dynamics of seemingly less popularity -(possibly due over … Continue reading →

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