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Passing by Portland?

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HOA HOA HOA. Twilight is the reason that peaked my interested in Pacific Northwest.  Something about Portalnd just caught my attention.
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More for the vibes over the food. This is the only time where playing with your food is acceptable!
Slappy Cakes | Pancake & Breakfast
 
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The marioberry was breed in Oregon State University.  It is unique to Oregon and how can you come here and not try it?
Mehri's Cafe and Bakery - Portland, OR
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A little creamery place with also good eats! This was my most memorable place while on this trip! Take a short walk towards the forest walkway and you can enjoy your sweet treat with the view of the creek and sounds of nature.
SUGARPINE DRIVE-IN - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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This little place caught my eye while scrolling though TikTok for places to try in Oregon! What really got my attention was their beautiful pastries.
Petite Provence - Portland, OR
 
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One thing I love about Oregon is all the tiny little food truck/stalls! This was a rec from Tiktok and it did not let us down. The wings were the perfect crunch, basically ASMR heaven. Flavor was blasting. It was a rollercoaster for our taste buds....
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All I can say, these pretzels were made to perfection. The sweet ones? Perfect sugar level. The savory ones? Mouth-watering. Some flavors may vary by day!
The Pretzel Bakery - Portland, OR
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Did you know that Oregon is filled with food trucks? The second I left the airport, I spotted all these little mobile stands. The owner, Jay, was super patient and friendly. He gave the best recommendation, which of course was their top items. I’m gl...
(Reel) Wow Cow
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his little place caught my eye while scrolling though TikTok for places to try in Oregon! What really got my attention was their beautiful pastries. I ended up bringing the pistachio and chocolate croissants home. I’m sad because I didn’t get to expe...
(Reel) La Provence Boulangerie & Patisserie
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Complimentary hotels are hard to find nowadays.  A great place on the outskirts of Portland to enjoy some peace and quiet.
Courtyard Portland Beaverton
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The view was breathtaking. I can't even describe in words how beautiful it was. Bring some lunch, sit and be one with nature.
Trillium Lake
 
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A large and expansive garden that brings you a little touch of Japan in Portland.
Portland Japanese Garden
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A little quaint town where DCOM, Halloweentown took place. It's very cutely decorated during the spoopy season and also hosts a little festival as well!
Historic Courthouse Museum (Halloweentown)
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If you asked me a few months ago, I would’ve been like “What is there in Oregon?” I’m not sure what made me decide to book the trip (maybe it was to the utilize the American Airline points). No regrets at all. I fell in love with Oregon and can hones...
(Reels) Oregon Recap
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Even when not in season, the smell was amazing. In their little gift shop, they sell many items that are made from their lavender plants. The lavender and lemon soft serve are must try!
(Reel) Hood River Lavender Farms