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Portland’s Culinary Boom Unveiled | Portland News
Portland’s food scene is heating up with big names and bold new concepts hitting downtown. Chef Jack Strong, James Beard nominee and now Ritz-Carlton’s executive chef, is juggling two upscale dining experiences. Marée, from Fantino’s owner, brings Basque, French, and Spanish flair with dishes like melon with jamon and mussels on toast. For late-night cravings, Bar Scorpio serves classic cocktails and hot dogs until 2:30 AM. By late October, Bar Sprezzatura—Michelin-starred Michael Mina’s Italian-PNW fusion spot—opens at the Heathman, featuring a chef from Coquine. Also coming: Pamana’s second…
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