Full Nelson
Nelson’s Taqueria fills the Whit with its amazing aroma
If you’re ordering at the window of Nelson’s Taqueria on any given day, you may see people walk a few steps over from the bus … Continue reading
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Feelin’ Gravy
Diving into the world of Eugene-Springfield’s biscuits and gravy
My great-grandparents were sharecroppers in Oklahoma until one day, like many before them, they packed what little belongings they had and moved to California. Growing … Continue reading
My Home is at Chiefs
Chiefs Brew House of Coburg remains a popular destination despite making a big move amid a global pandemic
Driving into the town of Coburg is like setting the clock back over a century. Its quaint, historic buildings and reputation for antiquing play on … Continue reading
Dinner on the Run
The Glenwood’s ‘Takeaway Family Dinner’ keeps business alive and families’ bellies full
When owner Jacqui Willey introduced the idea of a take-home dinner special for her restaurant, the Glenwood, some 15 years ago, it stemmed from her … Continue reading
Ready to Serve
When Holiday Farm Fire hit, Busy Bee Cafe in Springfield offered free meals
Clara Kolessar’s Apple Watch buzzes. She looks at it and is hit with surprise. “Oh, holy moly,” she says. “I just got another $500 donation.” … Continue reading
More Quesabirria, Please
Look out, Eugene, the quesabirria has arrived
Originating from the Mexican state of Jalisco, birria is a stew-like dish served at weddings, baptisms and other special occasions (like hangovers). The meal is … Continue reading
A Salvadoran Dream
A woman escapes civil war and gang violence and builds her mother’s pupusa business in Eugene
Some of Eugene’s best pupusas, tacos and burritos, come out of a sea-blue trailer in the parking lot of an auto shop near 7th and … Continue reading
Bring the Heat
Stay on Main Street to find some of the best Mexican food in Springfield
By Jade Yamazaki Stewart and Henry Houston Imagine a world where there’s one long stretch of road with several stellar Mexican restaurants and carts along … Continue reading
Top Take-Out
Eugene businesses rise to the challenge of serving the community during the time of coronavirus
Takeout food is normally the back-up meal, the one you get when you’re too lazy to cook a real dinner or when you’re too busy … Continue reading
Bless the Hands That Teach You
Gracie Schatz and the Heart of Willamette Cooking School are changing the local food scene
Before COVID-19, I went to the store several times a week, orienting my cooking around what to cook rather than how to cook. One of … Continue reading