All photos copyright The Daring Gourmet We recently took another trip to Portland, this time to attend a conference in the convention center. Â Fortunately for us the closest hotel also happened to be the nicest in the area. Hotel Eastlund is a new 4-star luxury … Continue reading →
Daring Gourmet Getaways: Westin Portland, Oregon
My mom and I recently took a trip down to Portland, Oregon for a girls' weekend getaway.  Choosing a hotel was an easy decision.  After the great experience my husband and I had at the Westin Bellevue, I was eager to try the Westin Portland.  We couldn't have picked a better … Continue reading →
Daring Gourmet Getaways: The Grand Hotel in Salem, Oregon
We recently took a family trip to Oregon to visit the Enchanted Forest theme park (click to read about our visit).  We stayed overnight at the beautiful 4-star Grand Hotel in Salem.  Let us take you on a virtual tour of our experience. … Continue reading →
Enchanted Forest, Salem Oregon (Back To Childhood)
We recently packed up our car, buckled in our kids, picked up my parents, and hit the road for a family trip to Salem, Oregon. Â Specifically to visit Enchanted Forest, a theme park that I hadn't been to since I was 2 years old. Just months after that visit my parents, … Continue reading →
Daring Gourmet Getaways: Columbia Gorge Hotel & Simon’s Cliff House, Oregon
My husband and I try to get away every quarter or so for some quality couple's time. Â With a 2 and 4 year-old at home, finding alone time is challenging. Â I know many of you can relate. Â But we try to make it a priority - not only for our sake, but for the sake of our kids. … Continue reading →
Roasted Tomato Herb Bread
Fresh tomatoes. Â Roasted until sweet. Â Fresh garden herbs. Â Combined and kneaded into yeast dough. Â Fresh from the oven. Â Fragrant and flavorful. Â Soft, tender, and delicately chewy. Â Perfectly sliceable for your deli-quality sandwiches. Better make two loaves while … Continue reading →