Steam rises from the earth as heated volcanic stones surrender their heat to layers of lamb, vegetables, and bread wrapped in flax leaves. The air fills with an earthy aroma that speaks to thousands of years of tradition. This is hāngī, and it represents just one facet of New Zealand’s remarkable culinary tapestry—a cuisine where […]
In the cobblestone streets of Oaxaca, Mexico, morning air carries whispers of charred chiles and grinding corn. These ancient aromas have perfumed this valley for millennia. Here, in Mexico’s cultural heartland, traditional Oaxacan food represents far more than sustenance. It embodies indigenous wisdom, Spanish colonial influence, and generations of culinary artistry passed down through weathered […]
Jose Salazar to open Safi in the summer of 2024 After traveling in Morocco with Modern Adventure, James Beard Award Winning Chef, Jose Salazar was blown away by Moroccan hospitality, especially when it was paired with wine. Fast forward two years, and he’s literally crafted an ode to that experience in the form of a […]
Shota is a culinary innovator who weaves magic into every dish he creates. From the acclaimed, Adana, to his casually exquisite hotspot, Taku, Shota is known for remixing traditional Japanese cuisine with the uniqueness of the Pacific Northwest. We cannot wait to see what this native son and perennial James Beard favorite uncovers in Japan. […]
There’s more to Amanda Cohen than her restaurant Dirt Candy, though Dirt Candy is pretty cool, too—even historian Paul Freedman agrees (see his book, Ten Restaurants that Changed America). But we digress: Amanda might be a James Beard-nominated chef, but she’s also an advocate and innovator with a soft spot for contemporary art. Art Enthusiast […]
A World Away You’ll know when you’ve arrived. Motorbikes zipping and weaving in every direction, overloaded with families and livestock. Homes packed on top of stores, squeezed by railroad. Chattering tradespeople with their blacksmith stalls and eyebrow-trimming stations on street corners. The quiet pagodas, lazy lakeside cafes, and the haunting scents… the way Old Quarter […]
6 Questions with Matt Lightner What inspires you to create? The seasons. What’s really interesting about our location here in Oregon is that we have so many different types of microclimates and so many different types of micro-seasons. And, really, what inspires me to create is that soulful moment. I try to capture those moments […]
6 Reasons to travel to Sicily with Chef Mary Attea to Sicily for a culinary tour of Italy.
6 Questions with Amanda Cohen What does travel mean to you? I traveled a lot as a kid with my family. I come from a big family, so it was one of the few times we were all together. Travel is that connection with people to me, no matter where we are… Whether it’s Florida […]
6 Questions with Gregory Gourdet What has your time cooking in Portland taught you the most? I’ve learned a lot. Perseverance and dedication is something that’s really important in this career. Having worked in a restaurant that is inspired by other culinary cultures, I started a lifelong journey of wanting to connect with people and […]