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Summertime and the eatin' is easy at Krob Krua, El Jaguar and Saverio's Bakery
Those of us from locales to the south know if you eat spicy food it makes you sweat and cools you down. And the summer … Continue reading
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El Jaguar’s Tale
South Eugene’s new Mexican restaurant is a dream come true
Growing up, El Jaguar owner Bernardo Mendez-Canchola remembers hearing his parents dreaming of owning a restaurant. He’d hear his parents, who have worked for decades … Continue reading
To Beak or Not to Beak
With meat and vegan options, Chicken Crossing in the Whit wants to create a fast food revolution
Chicken Crossing owner and chef Seth Carter wants to reinvent fast food. Instead of participating in an industry that pollutes the planet and makes its … Continue reading
Let Them Eat Fine Dining
Seize the Cafe in south Eugene offers high-quality meals at affordable prices
Lane County’s fine dining scene has been growing over the past few years, whether it’s in downtown Eugene or in Creswell. But what Seize the … Continue reading
Patron Saint of Tortas
Located on 19th and Agate, Santo de la Torta will offer a Mexican twist on sandwiches
The bustling corner of 19th and Agate is home to some of Eugene’s most beloved institutions: Agate Alley’s Thursday night drink wheel, Prince Pückler’s mint … Continue reading
New Location, Same Origin
DOP opens new location with the same stamp of approval
“Pizza and pasta, it’s what I want to focus on for the rest of my career,” says Osteria DOP owner Rocky Maselli. “Something I know … Continue reading
Bringing Italy to Eugene
Cafe Med in south Eugene focuses on Italian food
Italian cuisine served authentic. Cafe Med brought a new Italian-style restaurant to south Eugene when it opened Dec. 1, 2022. As the co-owner of a … Continue reading
When You’re Here, You’re Family
At these restaurants, a meal is more than a warm plate
Meals aren’t just the same without friendly company. Creating a community, family-like atmosphere is what ties together the restaurants we’ve featured in the spring Chow … Continue reading
Homecoming
Former Café 440 chef Katie Nordgren returns to Bier Stein after 14 years
For 14 years, head chef Katie Nordgren ran the kitchen of the popular restaurant Café 440. When the restaurant closed its doors in August 2022, … Continue reading
Local Beer, Exotic Brats
Rare meats, family recipes and fresh bread set these Bangers & Brew’s brats apart from the ones you grill up at home
Bratwurst is an American staple when it comes to cookouts and pregame tailgates, yet restaurants that serve brats exclusively seem almost unheard of. At least … Continue reading