Sunday May 19th 2013

Tagged: old port food

Worth a special trip: deviled Scotch eggs at Brian Boru

Worth a special trip: deviled Scotch eggs at Brian Boru
May 07, 2013

It was so good that pub owner Laurence Kelly and I–both trying it for the first time–ordered a second one before the first one was gone. It was a solid move.

Sonny’s ups the lunch rush ante with a new menu…and great cocktails.

Sonny’s ups the lunch rush ante with a new menu…and great cocktails.
April 04, 2013

I have to admit that when I learned that not one but TWO of our cocktails, the “Basil Fawlty” and the “Dawn of the Dead,” were gin-based concoctions, I was concerned. But both of them were spectacularly balanced and refreshing.

Grab it today: 50% off at Pepperclub

February 19, 2013

Pepperclub is a great place to take a group of friends with varied dietary preferences and restrictions. They do a great job balancing out their menu with something for everyone. The Living Social deal that’s been running all week will expire tonight, so you should snag one of their 50% off deals ASAP: $40 of food and drink for only $20.

One day left: 50% off The Grill Room & Bar

One day left: 50% off The Grill Room & Bar
February 10, 2013

While I’m a big fan of The Grill Room on a snowy night, I REALLY love the shady patio on a hot summer afternoon. Their mojitos are out of control. Fortunately for me, the deal doesn’t expire until August, so I’ll have plenty of time to use mine before I lose it.

50% off at Roost House of Juice-juicers and vegans rejoice!

50% off at Roost House of Juice-juicers and vegans rejoice!
February 04, 2013

There are three days left on Living Social’s 50% off deal for Roost House of Juice, a mecca for juicing diehards and people looking to get their veggie eats on. Located on Free Street, their smoothies and juice combos are out of this world, but they also serve up small plates of dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan nibbles.

Heyo! 50% off at Rivalries on LivingSocial…valid on drinks too!

Heyo! 50% off at Rivalries on LivingSocial…valid on drinks too!
January 23, 2013

Um, this is a NO BRAINER of the highest order. I’m not a sports fan, so Rivalries isn’t a place I generally frequent (although I dig their wings hard!). But if I can get 50% off food or cocktails, I’ll watch football All. Day. Long.

The Red Dragon Roll at Sapporo is my new best friend.

The Red Dragon Roll at Sapporo is my new best friend.
January 18, 2013

Oh Lord in heaven, this roll must’ve weighed twelve ounces. It was almost a meal in itself, and this is coming from a girl who can put down A LOT of sushi.

Brussels sprouts addiction? Here are the top 5 places to OD in Portland.

Brussels sprouts addiction? Here are the top 5 places to OD in Portland.
December 26, 2012

I’ve “hurt myself” a few times with the Brussels sprouts at Boda on Congress Street, but the effects were only a temporary case of cotton mouth from all of the nước mắm that gives them their irresistible salty-savory allure. I’ve never required medical attention…but if the end was nigh because I ate one too many plates of awesomeness from any of the following places, I’d be okay with it. They really are to die for.