This city is home to some of the country’s best cocktail bars, most storied fine dining establishments, and inventive street food — sometimes all within the same block. The best way to experience New Orleans is to have a robust list of recommendations, and then to be ready to throw them out the window and let the energy of the Big Easy sweep you away.

Spring in Yosemite brings rushing waterfalls and wildflowers. Summer means sightseers from all over the world crowding the valley floor, jostling for the best views. Fall, though, is a quieter time, before the snow fall shuts things down but after the crowds die down.

A city by the sea, defined by its working waterfront and a proud but fading industrial history. A rocky peninsula packed with arts and culture, world-class cuisine, and a few kitchy gift shops for the cruise ship crowd.

It also happens to be our home.

The community here is close, deeply intertwined not only with each other, but with the land. The traditions of subsistence farming still feel present, not something of the distant past. You can taste it in the food, often simple farmer’s fare made fresh with whatever ingredients are most available. It’s in the wine too…

Gregory’s culinary standards are high, but in a fast-paced hospitality scene like DC with endless exceptional options, his recommendations are based as much on vibes as cuisine. He knows you can get an incredible meal in a lot of places, but he gets most excited about how an establishment makes you feel through that enigmatic combination of service, setting, and scene.

Some of our favorite memories from our exclusive trip to Picinisco, a historical Italian village in the region of Lazio, Italy. An idyllic corner of the world where we enjoyed the fresh mountain air, a slower pace and long meals with new friends!

Boasting impressive architectural sites and a growing tech industry, Guadalajara is the second largest city in Mexico. It is also the land of tequila and mariachi, and it offers a perfect mix of culture and tradition. If you find yourself in Guadalajara for a couple of days and are looking for some tried and true spots to make the most of your time, read on!

Monterey, California is a charming seaside community about 120 miles south of San Francisco. Numerous boutique stores, hotels, and restaurants along the waterfront in Cannery Row and Fisherman’s Wharf make downtown Monterey perfect for a dreamy weekend stroll!

When our partnership with Patrón started to take shape, we knew we’d need to experience first hand what Patrón is about and see how they live their company values everyday. In early July, we headed to the Hacienda Patrón—Patrón’s distillery in Atotonilco El Alto, Mexico—and we were not let down!

Whether you’re joining our table this time around or you’re visiting our hometown in the future, we hope you make lasting memories that make you want to come back. If a visit to Portland is not on your horizon yet, we highly suggest you start planning!