Sam Sied

Few British foods hold the same significance as traditional fish and chips. According to the U.K's National Federation of Fish Friers, the average Brit consumes at least six portions of fish and chips each year. In case you are a fish and chips noob,…

If you are a craft beer lover, you should feel at home in Corvallis! Thanks to Corvallis craft breweries, wineries, cideries, and local kombucha brewers a craft beverage enthusiast is spoiled for choice. Guests often ask, “What is there to do in…

Lava rock and the abundance of Oregon-grown fresh fruit play starring duet in the production of these on-the-go libations. Wild Roots Spirits crafts infused spirits that fit in as well at the farmer’s market as in a cocktail bar. Although classic…

Red Hills Market in Dundee emerged from a passion for good food combined with the bounty of the Willamette Valley and the community surrounding the local wine industry. Over the past ten years, the market served as a community hub as well as an…

Corvallis is a Great Gluten-Free Destination Traveling with dietary restrictions and special food needs is always a challenge, especially if you have celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Corvallis, Oregon offers gluten-free dining,…

Even if your local wine tasting rooms and vineyards are closed, you can still replicate the experience at home. Wine tasting is an at-home date night or evening-in activity that allows you to become better acquainted both with your partner and your…

For wine lovers, no trip to Corvallis or the Willamette Valley would be complete without visiting a few of the area vineyards or wineries. This is especially true for anyone who enjoys Pinot Noir!Guests who book one of Fernwood Circle Guest Houses…

Usually when people think of eating seasonally, fresh produce comes to mind. Oregon-caught seafood also varies with the seasons, and local experts from Oregon State Sea Grant and Pacifica Seafood Market offer these tips on how to include seasonal…

The #EatOregonSeafood initiative is intended to give the coastal seafood economies a boost as they recover from restaurant closures and other issues related to COVID-19.A rich source of lean protein, Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B-12 and D, iron,…

What can your sense of taste and smell tell you about your health? The answers may surprise you. OSU Food Science Professor Juyun Lim studies how people experience taste, smell, and other related chemosensory stimuli. Her research focuses “primarily…

Relf, along with other co-founders Elizabeth Jones and Aliza Tuttle, met while volunteering for the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition’s Food Action Team. Inspired by the COVID-19 “Stay At Home” order, Jones said she had an idea about a way to…

Anyone interested in food insecurity and possible solutions should lend an ear to the latest episode of the “Rural Roots Rising” podcast and radio magazine. The Feeding Our Communities episode features an interview with Corvallis’ own Harry…

Some Oregon butchers anticipate increased meat costs as the result of meat processing plants that have closed due to worker illness. Some Oregon butchers are already experiencing changes in price and demand. “We’ve seen a significant increase in…

As spring arrives, so do local Farmer’s Markets and Community Supported Agriculture subscriptions. CSA subscribers pre-purchase fresh produce directly from local farmers, who typically box or package the goods to be delivered or picked up monthly or…

Nectar Creek Meadery has announced they will be closing for good, and they are inviting the public for one last visit. On Saturday, October 5 they will hold a final celebration at their Philomath taphouse from opening at 11 am through closing time…

Representatives from six regional start-up businesses pitched their brands to a panel of entrepreneurs at the Willamette Innovators Network’s (WIN) Shark Tank event this year. WIN organizers indicated the 2019 Shark Tank is their biggest yet.…

Downtown Corvallis will transform once again into a wine tasting paradise on Saturday, March 16 for the annual Downtown Corvallis Wine Walk. From 3 to 7 p.m., retailers will host tastings of regional wines and other craft beverages. Among the…

Friendsgiving holds a special place in my heart. Afterall, what is there not to love about enjoying good times and good food with good friends? It is a welcome respite during the hectic holiday season. It can be easy and casual or extravagant. There…

Skinny Suppers cookbook by Brooke Griffin offers 125 lightened up meal recipes along with dinner time tips and meal planning advice. The recipes typically result in meals containing 350 or fewer calories. Best of all, they are easy to prepare and…