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Tiny’s in NE- August 12, 2012

Posted on September 2, 2012 by howpamfam

The NE site is a model of how to inexpensively transform a mostly cinder block building into an inviting refuge from the 4 lanes of MLK traffic outside. With a mish-mash of 60-ish furniture and colors, a set-back counter, and … Continue reading →

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Aliviar Coffeehouse- July 29, 2012

Posted on July 29, 2012 by howpamfam

Adjacent to the Hollywood Theater on NE Sandy, Aliviar – to soothe in Spanish – strives to touch all the bases in its cozy, angular space. Two examples: despite limited space, one nook is given over to a couch, table … Continue reading →

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Caffe Pallino- July 22, 2012

Posted on July 24, 2012 by howpamfam

On the 22nd we discovered a full scale – from coffee and home baked pastries, to hard liquor – restaurant in a well lit/windowed setting.  Design lines are very clean. While hanging out early on a Sunday morning is easy, … Continue reading →

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Caffe D’Arte- July 15, 2012

Posted on July 15, 2012 by howpamfam

With lots of windows and good lighting, this European inspired shop – one TV showed the Tour de France, the other English soccer – offers the Lloyd Ctr. area a different vibe. Interior seating is limited, but outdoor patio area, … Continue reading →

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Cafe au Play- July 8, 2012

Posted on July 8, 2012 by howpamfam

Multiple kudos for this non-profits’ mission to serve as a community resource with workshops (new fathers, eg.), multi-cultural song circles, book club, meeting space, and more. Surprisingly, though, as a place to hang-out, the shop could benefit with a few … Continue reading →

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Cafe Eleven- June 17, 2012

Posted on June 18, 2012 by howpamfam

Despite both being sixty+, and having visited more than 70 shops so far, today’s two riders still experience youthful thrills when they come across hidden gems in underserved neighborhoods.   In a challenging residential neighborhood of modest homes just east of … Continue reading →

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Bean and Tree Coffee- 6-10-2012

Posted on June 11, 2012 by howpamfam

Cozy shop on the west-side esplanade overlooking the marina.   We visited during the dragon boat races so the shop was busy.  With  limited seating inside, it’s difficult for long hangouts; but when the weather is dry, the outside picnic tables … Continue reading →

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Mocha Momma’s Good Coffee Cafe- 6-3-12

Posted on June 4, 2012 by howpamfam

Quite a stimulating ride yesterday via the Esplanade+Springwater Corr, getting off at Oaks Bottom to access Milwaukie, and heading south to MM’s.   Mocha Momma’s has a nondescript outside, but inside it’s cozy and full of 1940-ish memorabilia.   Problem … Continue reading →

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Papaccinos Coffee – 5-27-12

Posted on May 27, 2012 by howpamfam

Discovering a spacious, stimulating shop at the end of our cross-city/stimulating ride, was sublime, in spite of one of us misplacing his bike-lock key, twice.  It’s clear that Papaccinos goal is to serve as Woodstock’s meeting hub: with an area … Continue reading →

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The Arbor Lodge – 5-20-12

Posted on May 27, 2012 by howpamfam

Is situated in an older commercial building that complements the neighborhood.   Found its south facing windows, period architecture, high ceilings and live edge wood tables as assets that make the shop interesting+comfortable.  A steady flow of traffic – including many … Continue reading →

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