Claire Gordon

Ox—the Argentine-inspired, rave-reviewed, meat-centric Denton creation that has already made a name for itself from its epic grill—has somehow gotten even better. Their new backyard watering hole, dubbed Whey Bar (I'm still not exactly sure why) opened August 14, boasting the cocktail menu, limited wine by the glass, and bottled beer. A small selection of snacks grace the menu, making the Whey Bar a logical prelude to the coma-inducing dinners served next door. And did I mention barrel-ag...

Since when can one of Portland's most beautiful showrooms and workshop collectives be found almost directly under the Fremont Bridge? Since six weeks ago, apparently. The new Beam & Anchor (2710 N Interstate Ave) offers everything from custom furniture to really rad pocket knives to apothecary to artwork... and hosts the workshops of many of the featured artists/artisans directly above the retail space. Driving or walking or riding the yellow line by the limited signage, one might thi...