-
Is Portland Worth Visiting? A Local’s Honest Answer
Is Portland worth visiting? I get asked this constantly, and as a lifelong Oregonian who’s lived in this…
-
Is Oregon a Good Place to Retire? (A Local’s Honest Take)
Is Oregon a good place to retire? I’ve lived here my whole life, and over the years I’ve…
-
How to Get Around Portland Without a Car (A Local’s Guide)
Portland without a car isn’t just doable, it’s honestly the better way to experience the city. I’ve lived…
-
What to Pack for Portland, Oregon (A Local Who Knows the Weather)
What to pack for Portland, Oregon is one of those questions that sounds simple until you’ve actually experienced…
-
Is Portland Safe to Visit in 2026? A Local’s Honest Answer
If you’ve been researching a trip to Portland, chances are you’ve stumbled across some alarming headlines. The media…
-
10 Top-Notch Portland Cookbooks (For All Skill Levels)
The best cookbooks from Portland chefs belong on every food lover’s bookshelf. As a lifelong local, my own…
Planning a Portland trip
Field notes from Oregon
Where I’ve been lately, what’s worth the drive right now, and the occasional spot I probably shouldn’t share.