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Just How Important Is The Michelin Guide For A City’s Culinary Ecosystem?
While the Pacific Northwest is a hole on the Michelin Map, these conversations should be about systems, not just stars.
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In Praise of New York City
Leaving Home Always Makes Home Better
What Does Crisis Reveal About Us?
We are so good at falling back on what we already believe.
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What Austria Teaches Us About Oregon
Karakterre is case study in how to build international community (and relevance) through genuine care, culture, and purpose
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Big and Small: Why Portland’s Economic Future Depends on Both
Narrow debates about business size blur our understanding of economic resilience, undermine long-term revenue stability, and overlook what has truly…
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Beware of The Mental Doom Loop
Don't get mad at the data--use it to find solutions.
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Stop Saying "Reputation Problem"
The biggest challenge to Portland's recovery is the lack of clarity over who the real audience is
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Portland at a Crossroads: Time to Swing for the Fences
Right now, thinking big is the only option.
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When Eater Portland Came To Town
We don't give Eater enough credit for changing the food media game--even though it kinda stopped doing that a while ago.
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Why Keith Wilson Won
And a few other thoughts on Portland's 2024 Mayoral election results
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The Greatest Lesson of 2024
How I travelled 6,000 Miles to Learn What Should Have Been Obvious
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How to Eat Your Feelings in Portland on Election Day
Here are three places to find comfort food during on a stressful day--without having to wait in line.
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Does Oregon Need the Michelin Guide?
The world is changing. How much will Portland and Oregon need to change with it?
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Hello from Turin, Italy
Updates, ramblings, and words of gratitude.
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