As January winds down, the Gorge is giving us plenty of reasons to get out of the house—happy hours (including a first!), cozy winter beers, spicy pizzas, new breakfast and lunch bites, Key Lime pie, and a few important community notes to know before the weekend...

Winter is in full swing, and the Gorge food scene is doing what it does best — offering small comforts, thoughtful gatherings, and plenty of reasons to get out of the house. From café add-ons worth savoring to Valentine’s plans, happy hour deals, and winter wine finds, here’s what’s worth knowing (and tasting) around the Gorge this week.

Cold days call for warm food — and this week, the Gorge is delivering. This Thursday Tidbits is packed with cozy classics and winter favorites, balanced with farmers’ markets, fresh groceries, cider, mocktails, and a few dates to mark on your calendar…

A new year, a cozy winter week, and plenty happening around the Gorge. From pasta night and ramen bowls to winter IPAs, fresh fruit deals, and Dry January–friendly sips, this week’s Thursday Tidbits rounds up what’s cooking, pouring, and worth seeking out right now.

Arome Kitchen’s Janice Bell shares two easy-to-make mocktails—perfect for Dry January with a little sophistication. Skip the sugary sodas and craft something that fits your vibe instead.

Thursday Tidbits is Tuesday Tidbits this week. With the calendar about to turn, we wanted to share a little earlier so these New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day plans are easier to catch.

As we head into the New Year, we’re easing in with gratitude — for good food, familiar places, and the people who make our local food scene feel like home. We’re also excited to start another year with more seasonal stories, more local flavors, and more reasons to support the people feeding our community.

Thank you for being part of it. Here’s what’s happening in Hood River and the Gorge as we turn the page to 2026:

A simple and sweet Christmas Day edition of Thursday Tidbits, sharing a moment of beauty, a few local notes, and warm wishes for the season and the year ahead.

We’re officially in the home stretch before Christmas, and the Gorge is leaning into the season in all the best ways — festive beers, cozy soups, special pies, last-minute gift markets, and plenty of sweet treats to take home (or share… or not). Whether you’re hosting, gifting, or simply soaking in the season, these final days are full of small, delicious moments worth slowing down for. We hope you get to enjoy a few of those moments. Here’s a smattering of happenings this week:

This week’s Tidbits is packed with holiday treats, seasonal menus, and ways to support local food makers during the busiest—and coziest—time of year. From gift card deals and festive desserts to winter wines, Saturday suppers, and Christmas dinner reservations, a lot is happening across our community. Check it out!

This cozy Homemade Pumpkin Ravioli with White Wine & Herb Butter Sauce comes to us from Family Features. Created by Marge Perry and David Bonom, it’s a surprisingly simple dish with big seasonal flavor — silky pumpkin filling, herbs, and a luxurious butter-wine sauce. Perfect for fall and winter gatherings or a special dinner at home.

It’s the first week of December, and there’s so much good food, wine, and holiday fun happening across our communities. From festive winery events to cozy winter menu specials and local markets, here are a few tidbits to check out — just the tip of the proverbial iceberg.

Happy Thanksgiving! We hope today brings you good food, cozy moments, and a little extra joy. As the holiday season settles in, we’ve gathered the latest specials, winter menus, and local happenings to catch you up on what’s new, what’s cooking, and what’s happening around the Gorge this week.

As we cruise toward Thanksgiving week, the Gorge food scene is buzzing with winter menus, cozy drinks, and last-minute holiday prep. From new specials and festive pop-ups to foodie gifts and Thanksgiving ordering reminders, here’s what’s happening around town this week…

When the weather turns cold, nothing hits quite like a bowl of French Onion Soup. Slowly caramelized onions, rich broth, and that bubbly layer of melted cheese come together in the coziest, most comforting way. It’s simple, warm, and exactly what cold evenings call for. We are showcasing this French Onion Soup recipe created by local blogger and pub owner, Kacie McMackin, who brings a love of seasonal cooking and big, cozy flavors to every dish. Continue reading for the full recipe and tips…

From Thanksgiving prep and holiday desserts to warm winter plates and seasonal drinks (including this hot Matcha special from Nativ Cafe in White Salmon), this week’s Tidbits is full of delicious things happening across the Gorge. Let’s get into it…

Fall is folding into the holidays, and the Gorge is bursting with cozy flavors, festive menus, and fresh pours to keep you warm. Here’s what’s happening this week around Hood River, The Dalles, and beyond…

“Some places don’t need to be explained; they need to be felt.” Cups & Memories (CyM) is one of those places. Opened on August 23rd, this new tea-forward spot sits in the old Lake Taco location between 12th and 13th Streets. Ironically, for a city known for its winds, CyM rests right in the “eye of the storm” — the calm spot in the middle of the Heights’ one-way island. Just far enough back from the road, the small, colorful building offers a still moment between the noise and the wind, with a cozy interior where time seems to slow the moment you walk in…

This Thursday Tidbits is a tasty one! From frightful cookies and Halloween-themed drinks to new seasonal sandwiches and a burger showdown, things are heating up. We’re wrapping up spooky season and heading straight into cozy holiday flavors — ready or not, here they come!

This week’s Tidbits kicks off with Halloween-style fall festivities before easing into regular updates — and ends with a little nudge toward Thanksgiving planning. It’s sure to heighten holiday cravings. Enjoy!

Though this tartine recipe hails from late summer, its bright, simple flavors still shine as the seasons shift. The classic combination of lemon and ricotta gets an elegant lift from a splash of limoncello and a sprinkle of flake salt, making it just as lovely on a crisp fall morning as it was in summer.