Thursday Tidbits
Strawberry Bacon Pizza
by Solstice Pizza
Summer vibes are kicking in— the berries are sweet, patios are packed, and local spots are buzzing. From special dinner nights and new summer hours to upcoming celebrations and markets, there are plenty of delicious reasons to get out and explore. Here’s what’s happening this week in food and drink around the Gorge!
Domaine Pouillon’s Friday Dinner Series still has spots open for this Friday, May 30! On the menu: Porc Grillé, Macaroni au Gratin, and Fruited Salad with Feta and Greens. Call, text, or email to snag your seat: dpwinerybistro@gmail.com | 509-281-9191 | 170 Lyle Snowden Rd, Lyle, WA.
Pasta e Amici Night is back at Le Doubble Troubble Wine Co. on June 2! Jure and Nina are serving four courses for just $50. Reservations recommended: 509-281-3240 | 111 East Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA.
Celilo Restaurant has new summer hours! Tuesday-Saturday 5 pm – 9:30 pm. Don’t miss their happy hour from 5-6 pm. 16 Oak Street, Hood River, OR
Hood River Brewing Co is celebrating one year in their downtown location this Saturday, May 31! Pop in from 11 am–10 pm for a special small-batch anniversary beer, a limited-edition Piadina food special, happy hour all day, plus games, a photo booth, live music, and a new beer release. Cheers to year one! 101 4th Street.
Still strawberry season—and yes, still delicious. Leave it to Solstice Pizza to turn it up a notch with their Strawberry Bacon Pizza: organic Oregon strawberries, applewood-smoked bacon, feta, mozzarella, fried shallots, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic. 501 Portway Ave, Hood River, OR.
Working Hands, is cooking up something new! Chefs Jose and Jovanny test-drove a pizza menu this week—regular pizza nights are on the horizon. Stay tuned! 1021 12th Street, Hood River, OR.
Not over strawberries yet? Didn’t think so. But if you need a twist, check out Gorges Tortes at the Hood River Farmers Market. Try the beautiful raw organic Raspberry Heart-Shaped Cashew Mousse Ice Crème with smashed raspberries—or go all in with the Strawberry Cashew Mousse Cupcake topped with more smashed raspberries. Market hours: Saturdays, 9–1 through November. 501 Columbia Street.
Other Farmers Markets coming up:
White Salmon Farmers Market opens for the season on Tuesday, June 3, 4–7 pm at Rheingarten Park.
The Dalles Farmers Market begins on Saturday, June 7 at 9 am, continuing through the summer, Saturdays until Oct. 11. City Park, Union and E. 5th Street, downtown The Dalles.
Stevenson Farmers Market starts Saturday, June 14, on the waterfront, 140 S. Cascade Ave.
The Crooked Tree Tavern up at Cooper Spur Mountain Resort has new Pork Belly Tacos on the menu. A great excuse to head up Mt. Hood for a chill summer bite.
Pork Belly Tacos
by Crooked Tree Tavern at the Cooper Spur Mountain Resort
Mt Hood Winery has announced that @4and20_blackbirds is now serving on-site Thursday–Sunday, 11 am–5 pm for the summer. 2882 Van Horn Dr, Hood River, OR.
Gorges Beer Co. in Cascade Locks is now open 7 days a week! Stop by for rooftop views, craft beer, cocktails, and some seriously tasty eats. 390 Wa Na Pa St, Cascade Locks, OR
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