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Thursday Tidbits
Thursday Tidbits

There’s a lot to squeeze into this week’s Tidbits! A new Italian spot has opened in The Dalles, heirloom tomatoes are still making the rounds, fall treats are starting to show up, wine harvest is underway and September’s event calendar is getting busy. Let’s get into it.

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Thursday Tidbits
Thursday Tidbits

Labor Day weekend is almost here, and the Gorge is making the most of the shift between seasons. We’ve got the last peaches and summer specials sharing space with apples, cider, pumpkins, new desserts, and even a whole lot of pickles. Plus, the Hood River Fruit Loop is popping right now…

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Thursday Tidbits
Thursday Tidbits

It’s that late-August moment when summer produce is absolutely peaking while fall events are starting to creep onto the calendar. Tomatoes are at their peak, peaches are landing on everything, pears and apples are ready for picking, and apparently even sunflower heads are headed for the grill. Add a seafood pop-up, an anniversary weekend and a few last tastes of summer, and there’s plenty worth squeezing in before August slips away.

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Thursday Tidbits: Late Summer
Thursday Tidbits
Thursday Tidbits: Late Summer
Thursday Tidbits

Late summer is still going strong in the Columbia River Gorge, with peaches, heirloom tomatoes, new beers and drinks, U-pick apples and pears, and plenty of restaurant finds — plus bittersweet news from a longtime Hood River favorite.

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Worldly tacos are the theme this week, but they're far from the only thing happening around the Gorge. 🌮🍒🍓 🌮 @loveandhominy has added an Italian Taco to its worldly taco lineup. 🌮 @workinghandsbeer is serving Katsu Chicken Tacos through Friday
☀️ This week's Thursday Tidbits is looking pretty sweet. 🍪 @mookie_hoodriver opens its cookie window (trailer) in downtown Hood River tomorrow during First Friday festivities. Find them by @thewalledgardenpub. Stop by for signature Dark Chocolate C
This week’s Thursday Tidbits is full of comfort food, spring produce, standout pastries, fresh juices and smoothies, patio wines, and a few dessert pairings you may need immediately. 🍓🍊🍺 • @applevalleybbq’s Thursday pasta specia
Memorial Day weekend is almost here, strawberry season is officially underway, and this week’s Thursday Tidbits is full of sunny sips, picnic-ready bites, fresh beer pours, and sweet seasonal treats. 🍓☀️ 🍓 @pearlsplacefruit has self-serve U
Thursday Tidbits is here, and this week is full of fresh spring finds around the Gorge: Two top dinner specials being served tonight: @celilorestaurantandbar in downtown Hood River: Duck Breast special (Pic 1) in downtown Hood River: Duck Breast sp
This weekend at @packerorchards (5/9 & 5/10), stop by for “Mimosas for Mom”! 🥂Treat her (and yourself!) to a complimentary mimosa while you’re there. Be sure to try the Jam Jar Mimosa—a fresh twist on a classic, featurin
On @pinestreetbakeryhoodriver's new Spring drink menu? A Tiramisu Cold Cream Iced Latte and an Iced Tropical Matcha. YUM! #hoodrivereats #hoodriveroregon #pinestreetbakeryhoodriver #cafe #coffeeshop
Find the perfect Mother’s Day bouquet + gifts @daniskitchenshop featuring the Cookie Flower Bar! Only available at the pop-up happening today, Friday, May 8, 10am–2pm. 1545 Osprey Drive, Hood River, OR. No pre-order needed, just come