Fire and Ice
EW goes around town trying some of the best bourbon and gingers
On a Guinness-beer kind of afternoon, with a foot of snow in the evening forecast, I’m at the Pint Pot Public House, an Irish bar … Continue reading
Swizzle
What’s So Funny?
Local comedians talk about their craft in Eugene
From comedy open mics to big-name comics making tour stops in Eugene, stand-up comedy has gained a foothold in Eugene’s nightlife. Eugene Weekly thought it … Continue reading
Singin’ in the Rain
Eugene’s thriving, unique karaoke scene is more than just an ‘empty orchestra’
I’m not expecting much when I walk into The Barn Light for its weekly Thursday night karaoke. The place is dimly lit and crowded, and … Continue reading
Sticking It
Breaking rules, targets and toxic masculinity at Oregon Axe
It’s a Friday night, and I’m with my family and friends at Oregon Axe, learning from our “axepert”— owner Timothy Stemmerman — how to have … Continue reading
Shaken and Stirred
Stand-up comic Gabby Jesus is Eugene’s favorite bartender
Gabrielle Jesus exudes all the warmth, humor and bonhomie a person could want in a bartender. Stationed behind the counter in the cozy confines of … Continue reading
Every Other Night of the Week
The nightlife scene has a weeknight for everyone
Mondays Make the Bars Funagain I’m a pretty boring 23-year-old — my idea of a fun night is sitting around a table with my friends … Continue reading
Hit Me with Your Best Shot
Considering the boilermaker
Look, we’re talking about drinking here, and when I’m ready to drink I don’t always want to think about hop notes or talk about mouthfeel. … Continue reading
Best Local Distillery
Thinking Tree Spirits
Thinking Tree Spirits opened about a year ago last solstice, founder Emily Jensen says. “We’ve been busting our butts, and it’s exciting to hear people … Continue reading
Best Cocktail
Anything with whiskey in it
Jameson Sour, old fashioned, hot toddy, whiskey ginger. We admit we were looking for specifics when we asked you for your favorite cocktail in Lane … Continue reading
Best Bar to Watch Sports
Wetlands Brew Pub and Sports Bar
When Darci Lien started work at Wetlands more than five years ago, being a sports bar was more of a target than a reality. “I … Continue reading