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The 13 Most Delicious Things to Do in Portland: May 2019

May 1, 2019
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Oregon Brewshed Brewfest Past Event List
A celebration of not just Oregon breweries, but the wild watersheds that make their beers possible, with over 30 breweries participating, including Wolves & People, pFriem, Fort George, Claim 52, Falling Sky, Ex Novo, and many more. Admission includes eight taster tickets, a raffle ticket, and a special pint glass, with additional tasting and raffle tickets for $1 each. (Wed May 15, 5:30 pm, Kennedy School, $25-30)


Fourth Annual Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration Past Event List
This API heritage month consider supporting API Forward, a foundation fostering leadership advancement for Asians and Pacific Islanders in Oregon and Southwest Washington. This event raises funds to directly support their work and includes a delicious Chinese meal plus chances to win tons of prizes at their silent auction. (Thurs May 2, 5:30 pm, Ocean City Seafood Restaurant, $65-130) EMILLY PRADO

RosΓ© all May! Past Event List
Jacobsen Salt welcomes Love & Squalor and Grochau Cellars for the latest installment of their ongoing happy hour series, with an opportunity to sample different varieties of rosΓ©, snack on a complimentary charcuterie board, and maybe get a little shopping done too while you're at it. (Fri May 3, 5:30 pm, Jacobsen Salt, free)

I Love Gamay Past Event List
The I Love Gamay festival returns to Portland with four full days of wine-soaked wonderfulness planned for people who already know all about the goodness of Gamay, and for those who have yet to learn about its Noir-y allure. Visit ilovegamay.com for a complete list of events and participants. (Fri-Mon May 3-6, The Nightwood Society, $50)

The Rose City Chocolate Festival Past Event List
The Rose City Chocolate Festival invites you out to the Doubletree Hotel to spend the weekend sampling and taking home craft chocolate and desserts from an array of local confectioners. For a complete list of vendors and exhibitors, visit the event website.(Sat-Sun May 4-5, 10 am, Doubletree Hotel at Lloyd Center, $12-20)

Wild North Pop-Up Past Event List
Dame hosts this Wild North pop-up weekend, with four opportunities to enjoy the seven-course chefs tasting menu being offered, with items including locally-raised lamb, seafood from the Washington coast, and an optional wine pairing to help wash down deliciousness via one of Portland's finest food carts. (Sun-Mon May 5-6, 5:30 pm & 8 pm, Dame, $75)

Sweet Taste of the Arts: A Night in Harlem Past Event List
PassinArt's fourth annual gala celebration and fundraiser is themed after the Harlem Renaissance, with cocktails, dinner, and awards followed by live music and dancing that seek to revive the spirit of the Savoy right here in the Pacific Northwest. (Sat May 11, 6 pm, Red Lion on the River, $125-1000)

Mother's Day Brunch Past Event List
Once again, the Benson aims to be the place you get your Mother's Day brunch on, with a roast beef and lamb carvery, a honey glazed ham, made-to-order omelets, fresh seafood, champagne, and more. (Sun May 12, 9:30 am, The Benson Hotel, $30-60)

Mother's Day Tea Past Event List
The sparkly, bubbly Mother's Day treat your mom deserves, featuring 10 sweet & savory treats (including smoked salmon, bacon dates, macarons, quail eggs, and more,) plus a pot of Townshend's tea and a glass of sparkling wine. (Sun May 12, 2 pm, Pix/Bar Vivant, $40)

Cherry Festivus Past Event List
Come out to Saraveza and the adjacent& Bad Habit Room and take part in a celebration of cherry beers, chocolate, and mothers. Sample a full range of rare and one-off beers (and cider) featuring notes of cherry, along with an array of special chocolate pairings to accompany your tastings. (Sun May 12, noon, Saraveza, $10-15)

Beer Dinner with Laney Family Farms and N.W.I.P.A. Past Event List
Laney Family Farms and N.W.I.P.A. take over the Doug Fir to host a 4-course dinner with special small-batch beer pairings. Reservations Required. (Wed May 15, 7 pm, Doug Fir, $45)

Wine & Dine for Hope & Joy Past Event List
A big ol' benefit for Camp UKANDU, featuring offerings from multiple restaurants and wineries around Oregon. (Thurs May 16, 5:30 pm, Castaway, $125)

Moroccan Feast: A Benefit for p:ear Past Event List
Chefs John Gorham and Michael Kessler combine culinary skills to create a five-course dinner inspired by their travels to Morocco, and intended to help raise funds to support p:ear and their mentor programs for homeless Portland youth. Music by DJ Mixed Messages, and unique cocktails paired to each course. (Fri May 24, 6:30 pm, Plaza Del Toro)

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