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Portland food
fromEater Portland
17 hours ago

4 Recent Portland-Area Restaurant and Bar Closures, April 2026

Several notable restaurant and bar closures occurred in April, including Libre, F.H. Steinbart, and Tom's Restaurant.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 days ago

Trumer's U.S. operation sold, departing Berkeley after 22 years

Edible Arrangements in Berkeley has closed, and Firestone Walker Brewing Co. will move Trumer's operations from Berkeley to Paso Robles.
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Olfactory Brewing shutters Berkeley taproom, and Montclair's Highwire in limbo

Multiple East Bay restaurants closed in early March, including Highwire Montclair coffee shop amid worker disputes, Olfactory Brewing taproom, and Seoul Mama Korean restaurant in Newark.
fromVinePair
2 hours ago

New Report: NYC Is the First Major City to Cross $9 Threshold for a Pint of Beer

The median price for a pint of beer in Manhattan has climbed to $9.16, making it the first and only major city in the U.S. to surpass the $9 mark.
Beer
Fashion & style
fromEntrepreneur
19 hours ago

They Brought in $5K Per Weekend at Craft Fairs - Then $1.5M a Year - Thanks to an Unusual Business Model: 'Incredibly Fast Scale'

Chen and Wu launched Never Have I Ever, a beauty startup focused on wearable art, achieving $1.5 million in revenue and a 'Shark Tank' deal.
fromBoston.com
12 hours ago

Derrick White talks beer, being a Bostonian, and a promising Celtics playoff run

The crowd does a good job, like knowing the game - might be a little different from other fan bases. It might not be the person who scores. It might just be the little plays, and that's what I try to do out there.
Boston Celtics
Portland
fromEater Portland
3 days ago

This Neighborhood Pub Serves Portland's Finest Reuben

Goose Hollow Inn is a historic pub in Portland known for its eclectic menu and vibrant atmosphere.
Cocktails
fromEater
22 hours ago

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Chicago's Most Exciting New Bar Program

The Radicle offers cocktails at $10 by carefully managing costs and pricing strategies.
fromDaily Coffee News by Roast Magazine
23 hours ago

Atmos Coffee Blasts Off in Cleveland with Roastery Cafe

'We wanted to keep things relatively neutral, using earth tones, wood, live plants, and tile to bring forward colors and textures found in nature,' Atmos Coffee Founder Zach Burkhart said.
Coffee
Marketing
fromBevindustry
4 days ago

Recasting Our Point of Reference in Beverage

The beverage industry is shifting back to large brands acquiring established players rather than nurturing small, niche brands.
fromRemodelista
2 days ago

Quick Takes With: Elizabeth Starks - Remodelista

"We've spent the last six years building a farm and homestead from scratch here, which has become home to a restaurant, guesthouse, and brewery, chickens, ducks, two donkeys, and a small flock of dairy sheep."
Renovation
#craft-brewing
Social justice
fromKqed
5 days ago

CA Craft Brewers Facing Significant Economic Challenges | KQED

Small brewers face challenges from tariffs and costs, adapting by enhancing brewpub experiences with food and hospitality.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
2 weeks ago

Brewbound to Kick Off CBC Week with Networking Happy Hour at Love City Brewing

Networking happy hour for craft brewers at Love City Brewing on April 19, 5-7 p.m., during CBC week.
Social justice
fromKqed
5 days ago

CA Craft Brewers Facing Significant Economic Challenges | KQED

Small brewers face challenges from tariffs and costs, adapting by enhancing brewpub experiences with food and hospitality.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
2 weeks ago

Brewbound to Kick Off CBC Week with Networking Happy Hour at Love City Brewing

Networking happy hour for craft brewers at Love City Brewing on April 19, 5-7 p.m., during CBC week.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

This Donut Chain Sells The Worst Glazed Donut (But It's Also One Of The Cheapest) - Tasting Table

Voodoo Doughnut's glazed donuts are criticized for poor texture and flavor, making them a less favorable choice compared to other options.
Chicago
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

Chicago Is Home To The Only American Brewery With A Michelin Star - Tasting Table

Chicago is home to Moody Tongue, the only Michelin-starred brewery currently operating in the U.S.
fromPortland Monthly
19 hours ago

How Franz Bakery Makes 1 Million Buns Every Day

Franz Bakery produces up to a million buns per day, showcasing its manufacturing capabilities through free factory tours that attract school groups and adults alike.
Portland food
Beer
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Why Malt Liquor Is Struggling To Survive - Tasting Table

Malt liquor's popularity has declined due to changing consumer preferences and the rise of alternative alcoholic beverages.
Cocktails
fromPUNCH
23 hours ago

How Chicago's Most Exciting New Bar Keeps Cocktails Affordable | PUNCH

Cocktail prices at The Radicle are kept low at $10 to ensure affordability while maintaining profitability.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

A Portland Panorama of indie films * Oregon ArtsWatch

On May 2, 2025, arts and cultural organizations across the country received notifications that grants and funding promised by the National Endowment for the Arts were being rescinded. This was part of a larger initiative by the Trump Administration to dismantle not just the NEA, but also other arts advocacy programs including the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute for Museum and Library Services.
Portland
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Boston Beer vs Molson Coors: One Bets on Innovation, the Other Is Just Surviving

Boston Beer shows strong growth while Molson Coors struggles with declining revenue and profitability.
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Trumer's U.S. operation sold, departing Berkeley after 22 years

Edible Arrangements in Berkeley has closed, and Trumer Brewery's operations will move to Paso Robles after being acquired by Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Strong Rope Brewery to close Gowanus location, Forever Homebrewing to move in * Brooklyn Paper

Strong Rope Brewery is closing its Gowanus location to focus on its Red Hook taproom, which will host various events this summer.
#climate-change
Beer
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
19 hours ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company has created a pale ale using carbon dioxide captured from the air, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Beer
fromThe Oaklandside
19 hours ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company uses captured carbon dioxide to carbonate a new pale ale, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Beer
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
19 hours ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company has created a pale ale using carbon dioxide captured from the air, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
Beer
fromThe Oaklandside
19 hours ago

Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer

Almanac Beer Company uses captured carbon dioxide to carbonate a new pale ale, showcasing innovative reuse in brewing.
fromPortland Monthly
4 days ago

Property Watch: Historic Tabor Storefront with Modern Apartment Above

Built in 1913, the building calls back to the city's early development, much like the commercial clusters just a block or few long that are nestled in so many neighborhoods.
Portland
Portland food
fromPortland Monthly
6 days ago

Oregon's 2026 James Beard Finalists Are Here

The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 restaurant, chef, and bartender finalists, with notable omissions from Oregon's semifinalists.
#craft-beer
Beer
fromPUNCH
4 days ago

Why the Craft Beer Scene Is Better Now Than Ever | PUNCH

Craft beer culture is evolving, with a return to its roots despite recent industry challenges and declining trends.
Beer
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The 15 Most Unique Breweries In The US - Tasting Table

The United States hosts innovative and unique breweries beyond mass-market brands, with many offering distinctive locations, scenic views, and specialized brewing techniques across diverse terrain.
Beer
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Drake's Brewing to form West Coast Craft joint venture

Drake's Brewing and Figueroa Mountain formed West Coast Craft to share resources, expand distribution across California, and strengthen long-term independent craft beer sustainability.
Beer
fromPUNCH
4 days ago

Why the Craft Beer Scene Is Better Now Than Ever | PUNCH

Craft beer culture is evolving, with a return to its roots despite recent industry challenges and declining trends.
Beer
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

The 15 Best Breweries To Visit In Oregon - Tasting Table

Oregon is a key hub for craft brewing, featuring award-winning breweries with unique offerings and a vibrant beer culture.
Beer
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The 15 Most Unique Breweries In The US - Tasting Table

The United States hosts innovative and unique breweries beyond mass-market brands, with many offering distinctive locations, scenic views, and specialized brewing techniques across diverse terrain.
fromPortland Monthly
4 days ago

Seeing Things: Portland Shows & Events This Week, March 2026

Rowe and Garen Scribner's libretto takes its liberties, setting the action in a world where everything is green and an evil princess has ruled that nothing be eaten but peas.
Portland
#trivia-night
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7PM for free admission and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7 PM for fun games and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7PM for free admission and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7 PM for free admission and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7PM for free admission and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7 PM for fun games and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7PM for free admission and prizes.
Beer
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join Hopped Up Trivia at Black Hammer Brewing every Wednesday at 7 PM for free admission and prizes.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

Black Hammer's Free "Hopped Up" Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)

Join us for three rounds of fast-paced gameshow-style pub trivia in our taproom every Wednesday at 7PM. Free admission, with bonus points for fastest answer and a live scoreboard.
Beer
Miscellaneous
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

BrewDog's Sale Yields a New Owner - At Least for Part of It

Tilray acquired BrewDog's global brand, UK brewing operations, and 11 brewpubs for $44 million, representing a significant decrease from previous $1 billion valuations.
Portland food
fromEater Portland
2 weeks ago

Eight Restaurant and Bar Openings in Portland You Won't Want to Miss

Portland welcomes new dining venues including a Spanish tapas restaurant, a limited-time Atlanta barbecue residency, a relocated Burmese bistro, and a Korean salt bread bakery.
Portland
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Oregon City Is One of the Top Places to Live in the West

Beaverton, Oregon ranks as the second best place to live in the West for 2026, highlighting its environmental commitment and quality of life.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
5 days ago

Mega M&A Madness with Fingers' Dave Infante

Major distributor consolidations signal a shift in the beverage alcohol industry, impacting small producers and brewers competing with diverse products.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Open & Shut: The Latest in Portland Restaurant News, March 1-17

The food and drink industry experiences significant volatility with numerous restaurant openings and closings, including new establishments like tapas bar Vya and food cart Bun Bandits alongside closures of neighborhood and fine dining venues.
Beer
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

The latest major Bay Area brewery closure story has a silver lining

Trumer Pils has been sold to Firestone Walker, which will move production from Berkeley to Paso Robles, ensuring quality remains intact.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: It's Dame Time... for a New Bar, How to Combat "Portland Nice," and Welcome to Spring (Arts)

The Mercury's weekly roundup features investigations into labor influence on city politics, cultural commentary on performative activism, spring arts programming, queer theater, a celebrity sports bar opening, and local trivia.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
1 week ago

A CBC Primer with Brewers Association CEO Bart Watson

The Craft Brewers Conference focuses on commerce, education, networking, and hospitality to energize brewers and enhance customer experiences.
Beer
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Beer Drinkers Are Shifting Toward This Emerging Style - Tasting Table

Mid-strength beer is gaining popularity as a moderate drinking option among consumers seeking lower alcohol content.
Mental health
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

The god damn grind

Severe personal crisis led to loss and manic behavior, prompting friends' concern and distancing; recovery followed and now the person seeks limited, occasional reconnection.
Women
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Hot Takes on Portland's Latest News

Oregon is experiencing major cultural and energy developments, from expansion of women's sports and performing arts to advancing geothermal research and infrastructure repairs.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Craft beer in Canada is losing its fizz, as sales dry up and more breweries go bust | CBC News

In 2014, Leon opened his brewery's first location inside a tiny warehouse space in the city's north-east. It was good timing. All over North America, millennials were going crazy for craft beer, and in Alberta, the government had recently changed rules to help microbreweries get their product to market. "There was a huge thirst in Alberta for craft beer," said Leon, who recalls getting emails about new breweries opening nearly every week. "It was a pretty wild time."
Canada news
Beer
fromPUNCH
2 weeks ago

The Breweries to Know in 2026

Craft beer industry has matured, with emerging breweries innovating in low-ABV segments and creating inclusive taproom experiences to shape the market's future direction.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Boston Beer battle puts unusual provision in Massachusetts' noncompete law to the test

The venture capital industry fought for years to persuade state lawmakers to impose strict restrictions on noncompete agreements. The VC crowd eventually succeeded in 2018, with the Massachusetts Legislature adopting a one-year limit on all noncompetes - contracts that prevent employees from working for a rival for a certain period of time, often in a specific region. And they were outlawedoutright for lower-paid hourly workers.
Venture
fromThe Beer Thrillers - Central PA beer enthusiasts and beer bloggers. Homebrewers, brewery workers, and all around beer lovers.
3 months ago

A Brew With a Twist: Could Beer Be a Vaccine? - The Beer Thrillers

Chris Buck isn't your typical home brewer - he's a virologist at the National Cancer Institute, known for discovering several human polyomaviruses, a family of viruses linked to cancers and serious infections in people with weakened immune systems. Buck's day job involves developing vaccines against these viruses, but he took things in an unexpected direction: using yeast engineered to produce viral proteins, he brewed a beer that delivered those proteins orally.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Buzz kill: US breweries shutter as fanfare over craft beers appears to fade

The U.S. craft beer industry experienced explosive growth from 2009 to 2018, then faced significant contraction with 100 Colorado breweries closing in two years due to pandemic impacts and market saturation.
Portland
fromAxios
1 month ago

Inside Portland Leather's Facebook-fueled retail play

Portland Leather built a thriving 210,000-member Facebook community that drives product sales, store locations, and customer loyalty while transforming the platform into a valuable business asset.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
2 weeks ago

From Blueberries to Boom Season: Baxter and Orono's Maine Strategy

Maine's craft brewing industry ranks second nationally in brewery density and economic impact per capita, with seasonal tourism driving seven months of peak volume requiring rapid operational adaptation.
Social justice
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Ten Black Portland Innovators and Changemakers You Should Know

Black Portlanders are actively reshaping arts, sports, comedy, activism, and community through organizing, media, mutual-aid, and cultural projects.
Beer
fromEater LA
2 weeks ago

The Best Beer in Los Angeles Lives in Chinatown

Highland Park Brewery in Chinatown offers accessible, excellent beer and food in a convenient location near public transit, Dodger Stadium, and downtown Los Angeles.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
3 weeks ago

Brewbound Podcast: A Changing of the Guard at Oxbow

Bri Warner became president of Oxbow Brewing Company, enabling founder Tim Adams to focus on brand evangelization while Warner manages day-to-day operations and business strategy.
Beer
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

15 Must-Visit Craft Beer Tasting Events In 2026 - Tasting Table

Large-scale craft beer festivals across North America and Europe offer interactive experiences combining tastings, competitions, workshops, and entertainment for both industry professionals and enthusiasts.
Beer
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Beer And Brewery Industry Used To Be Controlled By Women - What Happened? - Tasting Table

Women historically dominated beer brewing for millennia until male control shifted it to a masculine symbol in modern times, and women brewers are now reclaiming their rightful place in the industry.
Beer
fromBevindustry
1 month ago

Tilray Brands acquires BrewDog

Tilray Brands acquired BrewDog's global brand, U.K. brewing operations, and 11 brewpubs for £33 million, with ongoing negotiations for U.S. and Australian assets.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
2 months ago

Meet the Dive Bar Paradise with a Rising Food Scene

St. Johns retains a small-town identity with long-standing community institutions, a lively and evolving local food scene, seasonal markets, parks, and neighborhood traditions despite annexation.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
1 month ago

The Oregon Beverage Collective Finds Power in Numbers

The Oregon Beverage Collective, comprising five Bend-area breweries, formed through long-standing owner relationships to build collective strength while maintaining individual brand identities.
Beer
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

4 beer trends on tap in 2026

Beer consumption is declining, breweries face economic strain, IPAs remain popular, limited-release 'whale' beers have waned, and recent trend fads have mostly fizzled.
Beer
fromCraftBeer.com
2 months ago

Hood River: Where the Wind Blows and the Beer Flows

Hood River's water from Cascade snowmelt and nearby Willamette hops produce exceptional beer, and riverside festivals showcase local breweries amid a windy, scenic gorge.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Tap Red Flag To Look Out For When Visiting A Brewery - Tasting Table

No trip to the brewery is complete without sampling the wares. Even if it's a place you visit regularly, you'll likely want to sample most of what it has to offer at least once. But while a greater variety may seem more enticing, it can also signal a potential red flag. Every kind of beer they have on tap means another tap that needs to be maintained. The more tap lines they have, the more likely it is that maintenance or cleaning gets neglected.
Beer
Beer
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

BrewDog Faces Existential Challenges in 2026

BrewDog faces potential breakup while seeking new investors as reputational damage, cost-cutting and declining business push the company into an existential crisis.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cream of the crop: small brewers take on Guinness with rival nitro' stouts

Independent craft nitro stouts are growing as Guinness dominates the category but faces competition from small brewers offering alternative nitro options.
Beer
fromwww.brewbound.com
2 months ago

Brewbound Podcast: The Year in Booze News

U.S. beer faced continued 2025 declines with low- to moderate-single-digit drops in sales and volume driven by macroeconomic pressure, health trends, and competition.
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