Taylor & Levi

August 17, 2024 • Aurora, OR

Taylor & Levi

August 17, 2024 • Aurora, OR

Portland Restaurants and Bakeries

Papa Haydn

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5829 SE Milwaukie Ave, Portland, OR 97202, USA
(503) 232-9440

Established in 1978, Papa Haydn is still happily serving lunch, dinner, and classic Viennese-inspired desserts to the people of Portland.

They offer GF and DF options for dinner and dessert.

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Pasture PDX

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1413 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211, USA
(503) 841-5033

Pasture PDX is a whole animal butcher shop and market focused on sourcing local product from local farmers and ranchers.

This is one of our favorite sandwich shops!

Proud Mary Cafe

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2012 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211, USA
(503) 208-3475

"We shouldn’t have to pick between good coffee and good food. We believe that they go hand in hand. Our locations in Melbourne and Portland offer all-day breakfast, delicious lunch, high-end tea, fresh juice, smoothies, cakes, pastries, and table-service along with our coffee. We are thrilled to be using fresh, healthy, sustainable, ethically, and locally sourced produce."

This amazing brunch location has one of the best lattes I have ever had - Taylor

Fried Egg I'm In Love

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3549 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA
(971) 808-5727

"Fried Egg I'm In Love makes Portland's best breakfast sandwiches. Each fried egg sandwich has a punny name, a perfectly cooked egg, and is crafted with love. We also have the best gluten-free breakfast sandwiches in Portland. Our vegan breakfast burrito is immensely popular, and everyone (even carnivores) LOVES our house vegan sausage--made from gluten-free oats, polenta, and veggies. We even have the best vegan “egg” sandwich in town."

La Provence Boulangerie & Patisserie

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16350 Boones Ferry Rd, Lake Oswego, OR 97035, USA
(503) 635-4533

"In 1996, we came together as a small group of foodie

friends to share our passion for the traditional bread,

pastries, and food from our countryside villages in and

around Provence, France, that we missed so much."

They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner!


Matador NW Portland

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1438 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210, USA
(503) 228-2855

"We serve a menu of scratch-made dishes that complement the nuances of great blancos, reposados and añejos, with exciting preparations that re-think Mexican, always fresh ingredients and creative plate presentations." (21+ restaurant)

Matador has been one of our favorite places to get tacos, apps, and drinks. We recommend going during happy hour for the best deals!

Bastion PDX

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6116 SE Milwaukie Ave, Portland, OR 97202, USA
(503) 719-5899

Bastion is a nutritionist & chef owned and operated restaurant in the trendy and bustling Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood of Portland.

We are 100% gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, soy-free and corn-free, and aim to accommodate a variety of diets.

¿Por Qué No?

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3524 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227, USA
(503) 467-4149

¿Por Qué No? is a counter service restaurant and they take orders and seat people on a first-come, first-served basis. They were voted "best tacos and Mexican restaurant in Portland Oregon in 2023."

This is a unique restaurant with a fun atmosphere right in the middle of Mississippi Ave (which also has an assortment of amazing restaurants)


Wine Tasting

Willamette Valley Vineyards

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8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, OR 97392, USA
(503) 588-9463

The Willamette valley vineyards offers food and wine in a relaxing setting with cozy fireplaces, an extensive patio, spacious courtyard, and lookout tower.

Reservations are recommended for indoor tableside service.

Argyle Winery Tasting House

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691 OR-99W, Dundee, OR 97115, USA
(503) 538-8520

This is one of Levi and Taylor's favorite wineries to visit in Dundee Oregon. This spacious tasting room has indoor and outdoor seating and can accommodate large parties. Considering the popularity of the spot, make a reservation prior to your visit.

Outdoor Activities, Shopping, and Fun Places to Visit

Bridgeport Village

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7455 SW Bridgeport Rd, Tigard, OR 97224, USA
(503) 968-1704

Outdoor Shopping Mall

Hopscotch Portland

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1020 SE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97214, USA

"Hopscotch's second permanent location showcases 14 immersive installations created by a diverse mix of local, national and international artists. Our uniquely curated art, light and sound experience aims to elicit a sense of joy and wonder, where guests can explore beyond their day-to-day reality."

Silver Falls State Park

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Oregon, USA
(800) 551-6949

"Silver Falls State Park, situated in the Cascade Mountains' foothills, is renowned as the "crown gem" for its beauty, stunning waterfalls, and a variety of recreational options such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding, camping, and more."

Bates Lavender Farm

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33601 E Bell Rd, Corbett, OR 97019, USA
(503) 997-3488

"Located in rural Corbett, Oregon, Bates Lavender Farm is a must-see destination. Conceived in 2016 by Ginger and Kevin Bates with partner Bruce Turner, This Lavender Farm was created to be a beautiful and peaceful spot to pick lavender, shop, watch bees and relax."

This lavender farm is also close to other little gems such as local fruit stands, Sugar-Pine ice-cream, the Vista House on Columbia Gorge, and the Sandy River.