Thursday Tidbits

Spring is here, and so are fresh new menu items, drinks, and even a new restaurant. From crispy cod to bold brews and salads with garden-fresh greens, there’s plenty to nibble, sip, and savor this week.

  • Riverside Restaurant has extended its 2-for-1 pasta special through April 17th. They’re also taking reservations for Easter Sunday with a special menu from noon to close.

  • Hindustani Restaurant celebrates its Grand Opening on Friday, March 28th from 3:00 pm onwards. Enjoy authentic Indian cuisine at 2680 Old Columbia River Dr, Hood River, OR (the old China Gorge building).
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  • Henni’s Kitchen and Bar has added a new small plate: Salmon Cakes with Charred Tomatoes. Don’t miss the Matcha Picchu by Peter Mullins—a pisco sour meets Smith Tea matcha with spring blossom notes of Genepy. (Images)

  • Full Sail Brewing continues honoring the Pink Boots Society with a new Strawberry Spinach Salad, tossed in blood orange vinaigrette with feta, candied pepitas, and fresh strawberries. It pairs beautifully with their Blonde & Boujee Brut Blonde Ale, brewed in collaboration with Pink Boots. Sparkling with notes of strawberry, melon, and rhubarb—a flavor match made in heaven! (Image)

  • Brigham Fish Market in Cascade Locks brings back their Battered Cod Fish n’ Chips for the season. Prefer something lighter? Try the lightly breaded version.

  • Pearl’s Place Fruit invites you to enjoy the longer days with U-pick fruit, homemade sweets, local goods, an event space, and fresh air for the whole family.

  • Café Enza is showcasing your choice of fresh salads—House or Caesar? Warmer weather calls for fresh greens and veggies. Visit them at 418 E 2nd St., The Dalles, OR.

  • Solstice Pizza is also embracing spring with local greens in their delicious salad offerings.

  • Domaine Pouillon‘s Friday Dinner Series continues on April 4th and 11th with a menu featuring Wedge Salad, Za'atar Chicken, and Baklava Cake. Reserve your spot soon!

  • Kings and Daughters Brewery drops a new brew: Horse of a Different Color, an 8.1% bold Double IPA. Available in their online shop, releasing March 28th in Greater Portland and soon in Seattle. Nearly pre-sold out—grab yours fast!

  • Idiots Grace Wines debuts the 2023 Léon Millot. Can’t make it to Mosier? Find it at Treebird Market.

  • Kaile’a Coffee Co. has a new sandwich: a Tuna Salad Bagel with greens, cucumber, and balsamic drizzle. Yes, please!

  • Big Jim’s Drive-In is serving up golden, hand-breaded seafood classics through March 31st. Each plate comes with fries, slaw, and house tartar sauce.

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