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    THE PACIFIC PLATE (Food & Drink) * Restaurant Guides: Curated lists and reviews for major cities (LA, SF, Portland, Seattle). * Wine & Vine: Deep dives into wine country across all three states. * Craft Culture: The world of craft beer, coffee roasting, and artisan spirits. * Farm-to-Table: Stories that trace food from its source to the consumer, highlighting sustainable farming.
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Category: Pacific Plate

THE PACIFIC PLATE (Food & Drink)
* Restaurant Guides: Curated lists and reviews for major cities (LA, SF, Portland, Seattle).
* Wine & Vine: Deep dives into wine country across all three states.
* Craft Culture: The world of craft beer, coffee roasting, and artisan spirits.
* Farm-to-Table: Stories that trace food from its source to the consumer, highlighting sustainable farming.

Pacific Plate

Durant’s 16th Annual Olio Nuovo Festival: A Month-Long Celebration of Oregon’s Olive Gold and West Coast Food Trends

Hollis Greene 10 months ago

Dayton, Oregon – As autumn leaves begin to turn and the crisp air settles over the Willamette Valley, Durant at Red Ridge Farms is preparing to...

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Pacific Plate

Roscoe’s House of Chicken N’ Waffles Marks 50 Years: A Golden Anniversary Festival Celebrates LA’s Soul Food Icon

evan Park 10 months ago

Los Angeles is set to celebrate a significant culinary milestone as Roscoe’s House of Chicken N’ Waffles commemorates its 50th anniversary. The iconic eatery, a cornerstone...

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Pacific Plate

California Dominates Yelp’s Top Taco Spots List, Cementing “Taco Country” Status on National Taco Day

Donovan Blake 10 months ago

As National Taco Day approaches, celebrated this year on Tuesday, October 7th, Yelp has unveiled its highly anticipated “Top 100 Taco Spots of 2025” list, overwhelmingly...

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Pacific Plate

West Coast Good News: Home Bakers Deliver Fresh Bread Amidst Rising Food Insecurity and Federal Aid Cuts

brett Chang 10 months ago

In a week marked by ongoing challenges in food security across the nation, a heartwarming story of community and culinary dedication is trending. On the West...

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Pacific Plate

Portland Coffee Festival: A West Coast Celebration of Global Flavors, Craftsmanship, and Coffee Culture

Sierra Dalton 10 months ago

Portland, Oregon, is set to become the epicenter of coffee enthusiasm as the inaugural Portland Coffee Festival unfolds on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Hosted at the...

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Pacific Plate

California’s ‘Forever Chemical’ Ban Sparks Fierce Debate: Celebrity Chefs Clash with Health Advocates Over Nonstick Pans

Sasha Martinez 10 months ago

California lawmakers are on the cusp of enacting a sweeping ban on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often dubbed “forever chemicals,” a move that could phase...

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Pacific Plate

SRQ Magazine’s September 23 Edition to Spotlight Sarasota’s Vibrant Food Scene, Community Initiatives, and Leading Women

Priyank anair 10 months ago

Sarasota, FL – SRQ Magazine is set to unveil its September 23, 2025, Tuesday Dining and Food Edition, offering a comprehensive look at the dynamic culinary...

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Pacific Plate

SRQ Perspectives: Food Bank Confronts Rising Hunger Amidst Policy Cuts and Economic Pressures

Maisie Rivers 10 months ago

SARASOTA, FL – The latest “Saturday Perspectives Edition” of SRQ Daily, dated September 20, 2025, shines a spotlight on the escalating challenge of child hunger and...

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Pacific Plate

Oakland’s Steve Joo Named Among America’s Elite ‘Best New Chefs’ by Food & Wine, Stands Alone on West Coast

Leeanne Perez 11 months ago

Oakland, California – In a significant recognition for the Bay Area’s vibrant culinary landscape, Steve Joo, the visionary behind Oakland’s Joodooboo, has been named one of...

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Pacific Plate

West Coast Celebrates Turkish Culture: 2nd Annual San Francisco Festival Promises Authentic Crafts, Dance, and Culinary Delights

Keiko Matsuda 11 months ago

San Francisco is set to become a vibrant hub of Turkish culture as the California Turkish American Association (TAAC) proudly presents the 2nd Annual San Francisco...

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