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Non-profits in better shape this holiday season, but donations still needed

Non-profits in better shape this holiday season, but donations still needed

Statesman Journal — The price of a traditional Thanksgiving meal may be reaching a record high, but local non-profit organizations say generous donors and an improving economy are allowing them to continue to serve those in need. But donations of all kinds are still needed to make the whole holiday season better.
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Syrian, Puerto Rican and dinosaur-themed cuisine arriving at Fork Forty Hall

Syrian, Puerto Rican and dinosaur-themed cuisine arriving at Fork Forty Hall

Statesman Journal — If you take a peek into the Fork Forty Hall, you'll see a few new faces added to the ensemble of eateries that have made the hall their home. Three new eateries are coming into Fork Forty Hall, bringing another array of diverse foods to the hall's selections including Puerto Rican cuisine, Syrian cuisine and burgers.
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Don't want to cook on Thanksgiving? These Salem restaurants will do it for you

Don't want to cook on Thanksgiving? These Salem restaurants will do it for you

Statesman Journal — Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and this year somehow feels even more festive because of how folks can get together safely despite the pandemic. But laboring over a hot stove isn't everyone's idea of a celebration.
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Meet our Mid-Valley: West Salem man helps first responders chill out with hot steel

Meet our Mid-Valley: West Salem man helps first responders chill out with hot steel

Statesman Journal — This is part of a weekly series introducing readers to individuals who are passionate about our Mid-Valley community.
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New Independence commissary kitchen, micro-market boosts food entrepreneurship

New Independence commissary kitchen, micro-market boosts food entrepreneurship

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Olive Mill's Olio Nuovo Festival back in-person - longer, bigger and with new events

Olive Mill's Olio Nuovo Festival back in-person - longer, bigger and with new events

Statesman Journal — The Durant Olive Mill's annual Olio Nuovo Festival returns to its in-person format plus extension of programming to run the entire month of November. Like many events that went to being strictly online last year, the Durant Olive Mill decided in order to safely accommodate the festival returning in-person for its 13th year, they would have to spread the original three days' worth of activities through the whole month.
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Dial up the perfect wine blend experience as Willamette Valley Vineyards pioneers new system

Dial up the perfect wine blend experience as Willamette Valley Vineyards pioneers new system

Statesman Journal — The wine-blending experience usually includes multiple glasses, canisters, graduated cylinders and wasted wine. But with the latest device from Willamette Valley Vineyards, blending can be done with just a few turns of a dial. The device behind it all is called the Willamette Barrel Blending System, as told by Jim Bernau, Willamette Valley Vineyards owner.
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Dance the Night Away

Dance the Night Away

Eugene Weekly — Contrary to popular belief, Eugene has a pretty vibrant nightlife. If you've ever looked for a night on the town, you may have been recommended to hit the "Barmuda Triangle" downtown. Essentially, the Triangle is the group of bars and clubs nestled near each other at the corner of West Broadway and Olive Street.
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From bean to bar, Chomp! chocolate in Salem does it all. The surprise? It's completely vegan.

From bean to bar, Chomp! chocolate in Salem does it all. The surprise? It's completely vegan.

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Salem chainsaw carver to tackle pumpkins on Food Network's Outrageous Pumpkins

Salem chainsaw carver to tackle pumpkins on Food Network's Outrageous Pumpkins

Statesman Journal — From Salem, around the world and now as a competitor on a Food Network show, Ryan Anderson has done it all with his incredible ability of chainsaw carving. Anderson typically works with wood, ice and other similar mediums, but decided to apply for "Outrageous Pumpkins," the Food Network's annual pumpkin carving contest show, in hopes of winning the title of "Outrageous Pumpkin Champion" and $25,000.
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Fermenting Friends

Fermenting Friends

Eugene Weekly — Since Community Fermentation Union took over the former La Perla Pizzeria space at the beginning of 2021, it's well on its way to fully fleshing out the co-owners' vision for an environmentally conscious, fermented-food-and-beverage-focused pub and business, selling products including sauerkraut, pickled onions, cheese, cured meats, cider and beer.
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El Torito expands to second location

El Torito expands to second location

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Salem's Northern Lights Theatre Pub announces plans to reopen, possible around Christmas

Salem's Northern Lights Theatre Pub announces plans to reopen, possible around Christmas

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A match made in heaven: 1859 Cider becomes latest addition to Divine Distillers umbrella

A match made in heaven: 1859 Cider becomes latest addition to Divine Distillers umbrella

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Mt. Angel Oktoberfest returns with almost all of its oompah

Mt. Angel Oktoberfest returns with almost all of its oompah

Statesman Journal — The Mt. Angel Oktoberfest returns to its in-person format for folks to have "the joy of being together again" from Sept. 16-19. Despite some pushback from folks online about whether the event should be held as COVID-19 cases are increasing, organizers said the fest will be following all state-ordered protocols and the spread-out nature of the event will help keep visitors safe.
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Big Benefits From Tiny Houses

Big Benefits From Tiny Houses

Eugene Weekly — The sound of wood being cut and hammered echoes into the parking lot of a small warehouse space in west Eugene. Walking inside yields a view of a small office space and around the corner the woodshop setup, with tools and wood lying about, and finally a tiny house on wheels.
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Giving Eugene Soul (Food)

Giving Eugene Soul (Food)

Eugene Weekly — In today's age of food truck popularity, looking at Stewart's Soul Fusion's food truck with its white exterior and abnormally large window, you don't realize the years of work and love that led to its existence. Stewart's Soul Fusion is run by Moe Stewart and his wife, Desiree Stewart.
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"I'm on a diet": The professional input on current diet trends

"I'm on a diet": The professional input on current diet trends

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Order Up! What makes food authentic?

Order Up! What makes food authentic?

Daily Emerald — "Authentic cuisine." Despite being in an age where fusion and modern food are all the rage, the criteria behind what makes cuisine "authentic" is still debated by chefs, critics and consumers alike. When someone says they're looking for authentic cuisine, what comes to mind? Spaghetti that's made by Italians?
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