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Waves of Grain Bakery– Sept. 14, 2014

Posted on September 14, 2014 by howpamfam

The owners of the recently opened Waves of Grain operated a bakery in Astoria for seven years before beginning their Portland venture this spring.  With good lighting, stylish clean lines, an inviting counter made of re-used wood, and attractive pastry, … Continue reading →

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Urban Grind — Revisited Aug. 31, 2014

Posted on September 14, 2014 by howpamfam

2011 was the last time we visited the NW Urban Grind, and honestly it was a disappointment because the service and vibe were having a bad day.   (It was probably extra disappointing for those of us who had been regulars … Continue reading →

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Happy Sparrow Cafe– Revisited August 24, 2014

Posted on September 14, 2014 by howpamfam

KOLACHES are the order of the day at the Happy Sparrow.   They originated as a semi-sweet wedding dessert in Czeckoslovakia and central Europe.  Over time they were brought over to the US, becoming popular – and enhanced – in parts … Continue reading →

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Frice Pastry– August 3, 2014

Posted on September 7, 2014 by howpamfam

With lots of members on vacation, two stalwarts visited our group’s 126th independently owned shop on N. Williams at Mason. We find ourselves drawn to unusual settings, and Frice fits meets that standard in that it shares its retail and … Continue reading →

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Henry Higgins Boiled Bagels– July 20, 2014

Posted on September 7, 2014 by howpamfam

Portland’s bagel lovers have been distraught ever since Kettleman’s Bagels were acquired by Einsteins.   Henry Higgins is one of the valiant upstart efforts of former Kettleman workers to produce high quality bagels, which we greatly appreciate.   However, since hanging … Continue reading →

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Saint Simon Coffee Co.– July 13, 2014

Posted on August 30, 2014 by howpamfam

Saint Simon is an aspiring new shop on NE Broadway, trying to serve quality drinks using Coava Coffee.  However, it is in a tiny site, meaning its not ideal for our purposes – hanging out. Discussion topics today focused on … Continue reading →

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See See Motorcycle Coffee Shop: July 6, 2014

Posted on July 11, 2014 by howpamfam

Last Sunday was a notable outing for our group.  First E was re-joining us after a 9-month elite fellowship on urban solutions back east; then H’s younger brother L, visiting from Seattle, joined us for this outing despite having voiced … Continue reading →

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St. Honore/Division- June 29, 2014

Posted on July 9, 2014 by howpamfam

World Cup action again coaxed us to a shop showing today’s 9:00 game – The Netherlands vs. Mexico – and today we visited St. Honore’s relatively new Division store.  Our three riders/soccer enthusiasts were very pleased at how much better … Continue reading →

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Caffe Umbria- Revisited June 15, 2014

Posted on July 9, 2014 by howpamfam

World Cup Time made today’s twosome want to bike to a shop – or pub – where they could watch the 9:00 first half of the game between Switzerland and Ecuador.   We first visited the World Cup Beer Garden on … Continue reading →

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The Fresh Pot– Revisited June 8, 2014

Posted on June 19, 2014 by howpamfam

Our group of four suffered some snafus this morning on our way to visit Stash Tea on Mississippi.  First, T, whose birthday it was, had lent his bike out to his son, not expecting son M wouldn’t come home Sat. … Continue reading →

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