Category Archives: Dining & Food

Coffee Shops of SouthEast PDX

What really makes a coffee shop great? Free wifi is a must. Cheap refills, perhaps? Sufficient table room to spread out your computer and textbook? The availability of “real” food (sandwiches rather than sweet muffins)? In this series we explore shops … finish reading Coffee Shops of SouthEast PDX

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Language Houses Get Sweeter at Dessert Night

Last Friday, after Language House residents wiped the sweat off their brows from Activities Fair, we all wandered into the International Plaza for an International Dessert Night. The Russian, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese Houses, along with the Arabic Theme Dorm, … finish reading Language Houses Get Sweeter at Dessert Night

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What’s Cooking in Summer Housing: Part 2

Last week was an excellent one for the many cooks in the summer housing kitchens. On Tuesday, Cristobal and I made some delicious (and experimental) dishes. And on Wednesday… well, I’ll let you see for yourselves! First up, Alyssa made … finish reading What’s Cooking in Summer Housing: Part 2

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Commons Hacks Round 2

I will begin by saying that a lot of these hacks are ridiculously simple. BUT I think they also show how you can get ~*~*creative*~*~ at Commons without spending too much time trying to get your concoction together. So here … finish reading Commons Hacks Round 2

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Commons Hacks: Round 1

If you’re craving something that’s not on the Commons menu and don’t want to leave campus, or if your board points are stacking up like unread pages, you might want to create something new out of what’s already available at … finish reading Commons Hacks: Round 1

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Bidwell Movie Night and Classy Party!

Residents gathered round the projector and the fireplace for a night of classic movies and good times.  First we socialized, ate fancy cheeses, enjoyed tea and digestives, and had a fantastic night in.  We watched The General (1926), a silent … finish reading Bidwell Movie Night and Classy Party!

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Reed Co-op’s debut: Thanksgiving Hootenanny!

On November 23rd, the Reed College Co-ops collectively made their campus debut with a party and feast! The two houses (Garden and Farm) worked together to show off our culinary talents with a huge Thanksgiving meal (along with our dedicated … finish reading Reed Co-op’s debut: Thanksgiving Hootenanny!

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A Poetic Evening Chez President Kroger

On November 21, President Kroger graciously received 13 kindred book-loving souls (the residents of Random House, Reed’s literature theme dorm) for dinner at his home in Eastmoreland. Tacos and pie were on the menu, which the group enjoyed in the … finish reading A Poetic Evening Chez President Kroger

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Feria Hispana Gastronómica Extravagante

This weekend (tomorrow, in fact) be sure to check out the Spanish House’s “Extravagant Hispanic Gastronomic Fair”! Food will be served from various Spanish speaking countries, and there will be much music, dancing, and merriment to be had.   The … finish reading Feria Hispana Gastronómica Extravagante

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Rainy Day Activities: The Kennedy School

While perusing the internet for all things Portland, as one is wont to do, I recently came across an adorable little blog called Rainy Day Portland: Things to Do With Your Parents and Guests When It Rains. It’s a problem … finish reading Rainy Day Activities: The Kennedy School

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