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July 28, 2010
9:44
Spice Box - Bend Oregon
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Spice Box The Spice Box, located in Bend's Glorious West Side (the best side), is bringing some much needed Indian food to Bend. The Spice Box took over the old Hurricane's spot next to Bend's Favorite Kid Friendly Mexican Restaurant, Baltazar's. As of writing this post The Spice Box does not have a website but rather a Facebook Page in which they update fans on what's available on a weekly

April 04, 2009
23:34
2009 Bend Comedy Competition Wrap-Up
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Winner of the 2009 Bend International Comedy Competition: Todd Johnson
After four nights of hot competition, the 2009 Bend International Comedy Competition has come to a conclusion, naming Todd Johnson as this year’s winner.

The Finals were held at the Tower Theatre in downtown Bend. Again, we packed the place out. The entire downstairs section was full with about 50 people in the balcony.

The judges for the evening were KOHD News’ Jay Frank, KQAK morning DJ Jeffrey Brian Nelson, and attorney Tim Williams of Dwyer, Williams, Potter LLP.

The Final Four, which included comedians Todd Johnson, Justin Rupple, Brad Brake, and Russell Parker, each had to perform their 18 minute sets in front of a crowd of about 300.

They all three had amazing sets and would make it hard for the judges to narrow it down to just one winner. They did and gave it to Todd.

Here’s the final placement:

1st Place: Todd Johnson
2nd Place: Justin Rupple
3rd Place: Brad Brake
4th Place: Russell Parker

We were also lucky enough to bring a couple guest comedians onstage to do a little time between competitors. 2009 Boston Comedy Festival winner and 2009 Seattle Comedy Competition winner Tommy Savitt took the stage followed by headliner and brilliant comic, Bryan Cork.

Overall, the Bend International Comedy Competition was a complete success and we’re excited to do it again March 31 - April 3, 2010.

Thanks to all the businesses and people that helped make this event all it was. Thanks to our sponsors Horizon Broadcasting Group, KOHD News, Phoenix Inn and Suites, and BendNights.com.

Also want to thank the Bend Bulletin, 106.7 KPOV Community Radio, and The Source Weekly for their support of our event. Thanks to Rhonda Deeds at Central Oregon Office Solutions for printing our posters. Thanks to Brad Douglas for all of the huge voice-over work you did for us. You’re the s**t man. Also thanks to Seven Nightclub, Baltazar’s, and Tower Theatre.

Bolt Media Group, owned by Morgan Preston and myself(Sean), which produced the BICC, really want to thank you, Bend, the most. Thanks for supporting this and other local events that keep the arts alive in Bend. Without your attendance and loyalty to local music, comedy, sculpture, painting… whatever your thing is… producers and promoters couldn’t do this. That’s real talk.

We look forward to see you again next year!
April 03, 2009
23:31
Bend Comedy Semi Finals: The Results
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The Final Four: Brad Brake, Justin Rupple, Russell Parker, Todd Johnson.
Huge turnout for the Semi-Finals.

The eight comics that moved forward from the preliminary rounds earlier in the week performed their 9 minute sets to a sold-out crowd at Baltazar’s Seafood Restorante & Spirits.

We packed in about 80 people and rocked an amazing show.

Tonight’s judges, who will choose the final four comedians to move forward to the Finals, was owner of ReaderPeeps.com Dan McCann, KQAK 105.7 DJ Jack Friday, and owner of Outdoor Films, LLC Brad Douglas.

This was one of the tightest competition line-ups I’ve seen in a long time. National headliners, all vying for their piece of the prize money.

Here are the comedians moving forward to the finals at the Tower Theatre.

1. Todd Johnson 2. Justin Rupple 3. Russell Parker 4. Brad Brake

The Final Four. They’re all on deck to win $3750.00 in prize money. Who will be the winner? The answer is coming soon.
April 02, 2009
23:11
Bend Comedy Round 2: The Results
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Round Two Results - Moving forward: Todd Johnson, Justin Rupple, Rick Pulido, and Peter Greyy.

This was the second round of the Bend Comedy Competition, featuring the second group of 8 comedians. Four go home, four move forward to the Semi-Finals.

We had another packed room at Seven Nightclub, and a strong line-up of comedic talent.

Tonight, like last night, each comedian performed a 7 minute set in front of three judges. The judges were real estate developer Nick Vaughn, radio DJ Dan Dubay from LITE 95.1, and award-winning photo-journalist Pete Erickson.

After 60 minutes of competition, the judges deliberated and chose their four favorites to move forward.

1. Todd Johnson

2. Peter Greyy
3. Justin Rupple 4. Rick Pulido

These comidians will join the finalists from last night in the semi finals tomorrow night at Baltazar’s. It’s gonna be a crazy show! Don’t miss it…
0:56
Bend Comedy Round 1: The Results
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Round One Results - Moving forward: Brad Brake, Tommy Savitt, Bryan Cork, and Russell Parker

What an amazing kick-off to the Bend International Comedy Competition. Tonight was Round 1 of the competition, held at Seven Nightclub.

We got the show started at about 8:15 to a packed room, and the laughs began.

Tonight the competition consisted of the first 8 of 16 comics. All 8 would perform, 4 move forward to the Semi-Finals at Baltazar’s on Friday.

All of tonight’s comics had tight sets, but the judges thought that 4 comics rose above the rest.

After watching each of the 8 comics perform their 7 minutes sets, it was time for the judges to hand over their ballots.

Here are the 4 comedians moving on to the Semi-Finals

1. Brad Brake
2. Tommy Savitt
3. Bryan Cork
4. Russell Parker

You can also check out the competition line-up and comic rankings by clicking here.

If you don’t have tickets for tomorrow’s show or this weekend’s, click here to buy tickets online or go to Ranch Records, Tower Theatre, or Seven Nightclub
March 30, 2009
22:24
30 Comedy Comp Passes Left. Tickets Selling Fast.
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Flash your pass!
The Bend International Comedy Competetion is selling quickly, so we want to give everybody an update on the ticket status.

We’re down to 30 All-Event Passes for the BICC. We limited the number available to 100, and they’re almost gone. Remember, when you buy a pass, you get into all the shows and receive an official BICC event shirt.

Individual tickets are selling at a fast pace, too. The semi finals show at Baltazar’s on April 3rd is close to sold out. The Wednesday and Thursday events at Seven Nightclub are also filling.

Things are looking good at the Tower still. That’s the finals. This show is about a week out and we’re about half full. With hard radio and TV this week, tickets should be close to gone by Wednesday.

Don’t miss your chance to watch 16 national touring comedians battle it out for a $2000 top prize and bragging rights.

Want tickets? Go to Ranch Records, Tower Theatre, Seven Nightclub, or you can buy them online, right here, at BendNights.com
22:10
Baltazars Comedy Comp Menu. Yum!
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When's the last time the food on your table looked like this?

I think they’re trying to steal our thunder!

Baltazar’s Seafood Ristorante & Spirits is playing host to the Semi-Finals of the Bend International Comedy Competition on Friday, April 3rd at 8pm.

Baltazar wanted to put something special together for the event, and he pulled no punches.

He just sent us his menu. It’s almost worth coming to the comedy competition just for the food!

Check it out:

Ahi Tuna-
Seared to rare perfection with a special seasoning served with fresh corn salsa, chipotle, and chocolate. Twelve.

Stuffed Mushroom Caps-
Ex-large mushroom caps overflowing with a fresh mixture of crab, prawns, and scallops all sauteed with onions, tomatoes, and garlic. Topped off with a home made seafood sauce anc covered with Chihuahua cheese, garnished with avocado slices. Ten.

Steak or Shrimp Nachos-
Crispy, fresh tortillas topped with black beans, then topped with Chihuahua cheese melted in the oven. Garnished with onions, tomatoes, sour cream, and Guacomole. Thirteen.

Taquitos de Carne Asada-
Flour tortilla stuffed with grilled skirt steak, mixed with cheese then lightly deep fried. Garnished with guacamole, sour cream, and Pico de Gio. Twelve.

Taquitos de Cangrejo-
Flour tortillas stuffed with Dungeness Crab cooked with tomatoes, cilantro, and onions, rolled and lightly deep fried. Garnished with guacamole and sour cream. Twelve.

Pulpo Al Ajillo-
Octopus sauteed in butter with fresh garlic, garnished with tomatoes and avocado slices. Eleven.

Tostados de Ceviche-
A mixture of shrimp, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Cooked in lime juice, then mixed with tomato juice and ketchup. Topped with avocado slices. Served over fresh tostados. Fifteen.

Queso Fundido-
Chihuahua cheese, mixed with your choice of mushrooms or chorizo then melted in the oven. Served with corn or flour tortillas. Ten.

Shrimp Cocktail-
Four jumbo prawns served with our special cocktail sauce, over a bed of cucumbers, onions, and avocado slices. Twelve.

What’d I tell you?
March 16, 2009
17:30
Announcement: 2009 Bend Comedy Comp.
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2009 Bend International Comedy Competition April 1st - 4th, 2009

We’re extremely excited to announce the 2009 Bend International Comedy Competition, being held right here in Bend on April 1st - 4th, 2009. It’s four nights of comedy by some of the best comedians in the business.

We’re bringing 16 national touring, headlining comics to battle it out for bragging rights and cash prizes.

Competitors in this year’s competition include past winners of the Seattle Comedy Competition, Boston Comedy Festival, and others. You’ll recognize some from appearances on The Tonight Show, Comedy Central, Late Night with Conan O’Brian, and a host of other TV shows.

Here’s how the competition works:

April 1st - This is the first preliminary round of 8 comedians. Each comedian is limited to an 8 minute set. The event will be held at Seven Nightclub with the top 4 comedians moving on to the semi-finals on Friday.

April 2nd - This is the second preliminary round of 8 comedians. Each comedian is limited to an 8 minute set. This event will also be held at Seven Nightclub with the top 4 comedians from this round moving on to the semi-finals on Friday.

April 3rd - This is the semi-finals of the competition. The event will be held at Baltazar’son Bend’s Westside. Each comedian is limited to a 12 minute set. Each comic will perform The top 4 comedians from the semi-finals will move on to the finals on Saturday.

April 4th - This is the final competition. The event will be held at The Tower Theatre, in Downtown Bend. This is where each comedian will perform there 20 minute sets to determine the final placings.

You can get all the information about the BICC at bendnights.com/bendcomedy, where you can also buy tickets online. You can also buy tickets at Seven Nightclub, Ranch Records, and the Tower Theatre. You can either buy a ticket for an individual show, or a pass for all four shows plus a collector’s BICC T-shirt.

The BICC is sponsored by The Peak 104.1, KQAK 105.7, LITE 95.1, KBNW 1340, KOHD, Phoenix Inn Suites, and of course BendNights.com. The BICC is produced by Bolt Media Group.

May 21, 2008
0:40
Celina's Latin Bistro - Bend Oregon
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Celina's Latin BistroWith Celina's Latin Bistro recently opening up on the East side of Bend this month, I've decided that I'm going to look into getting a condo out there or something to use as a vacation home. I could put together a 5 day 6 night vacation package with recommendations of where to eat every meal...well a few meals. With gas prices at $3.69 for unleaded, its cheaper to just get a place out there. Maybe I can do some HomeSwapping with those East Side bloggers.

My experience at Celina's was amazing. There is a familiarity to the drink menu with the Perfecta Margarita being available. Makes sense because the same owners of El Caporal and their many restaurants also own Celina's Gourmet Latin Bistro. I didn't actually get to see a menu as they haven't printed one off yet, but the waitress was happy to recite the options.

Celina's lunch and dinner menu's don't look a whole lot different aside from a couple dishes. You can get sandwiches on lunch, but you can't get any at dinner. My friend and I decided to split the Chorizo and cheese appetizer since we were just discussing the same dish at Baltazar's.

The sausage and cheese was good as only sausage and cheese can be but I'd rather have had chips or tortillas instead of the pitas. The dish is already filling enough, the pitas were rather thick. It was a meal in itself.

I had already ordered the Mole Poblano or else I probably would have been fine with the appetizer for my lunch. I was taking a little bit of a risk getting some chicken breast completely smothered in Mole as I have not been a fan of any Mole in any restaurant in Bend yet. Our waitress said that they make the Mole from scratch unlike restaurants that simply use the canned sauce.

The chicken breast was cooked perfectly, the home made mashed potatoes were seasoned perfectly and had that "home made" consistency, and the fried plantains added a nice fruity/sweetness to the dish.

Oh man, the mole sauce made the dish. It was so good. Not too sweet but just sweet enough with chocolate. I can't believe how good it was. I can't wait to hit the lottery so I can afford the gas to make it out East again for some Celina's.

Celina's chips and salsa was even impressive with it's presentation as well as the flavors. Reminded me of the three sauces that Hola started out service, just without the peanut butter one.

What a great lunch, I am really looking forward to my next east side adventure so I can try to hit up Celina's again.

Celina's Latin Bistro
547 N.E. Bellevue Drive (off 27th Street), Suite 109
Bend, Oregon
318-7567
May 19, 2008
8:16
Outdoor Dining Guide - Bend Oregon
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Outdoor Dining GuideDining outside during the warm summer months in Bend Oregon is a great way to pass the time, relax, and enjoy some good food and drinks. I am very picky when it comes to outdoor dining. Most people are pleased as punch to be out in the sun as they eat. They like to be seen or to just soak up some rays or whatever. I don't like eating outside when there are cars puttering by or civilians walking too close to my table. I don't like people all up on my table with their kids coughing or their dogs doing their dog business peeing on a pole or plant within smelling distance. I don't like sitting outside while the bible thumper exercises his right to free speech so he belts out how I'm going to hell as I try to enjoy my happy hour peel and eat prawns and draft beers.

SO, just because you put some tables and chairs outside doesn't mean that you should offer outdoor dining. Here are the restaurants that claim to offer outdoor seating. Below is my guide to dining outside in Bend Oregon.

Outdoor Dining Guide as told by the Bend Oregon Restaurants Blogger:

Bend Brewing Company
1019 N.W. Brooks St.
Bend, Oregon
383-1599

Outdoor seating review - By far my favorite outdoor dining in all of Bend, Oregon. View of the river, no foot traffic, no vehicle smell all work in your favor while scarfing down some buffalo wings and downing some Outback Ale.

McKay Cottage
62910 O.B. Riley Road
Bend, Oregon
383-2697

Outdoor seating review - The outdoor seating at McKay Cottage is awesome, if it wasn't located on OB Riley Rd. Under that big ass tree, the scene is actually really nice. People seem to like it alot.

38 Degrees Mediterranean Bistro
745 N.W. Mt. Washington Drive (Northwest Crossing)
Bend, Oregon
318-8161

Outdoor seating review - Located on Mt. Washington Drive, you're going to hear some traffic fo sho, but the views of the Mountains are amazing. After some sangria, you wont care about the traffic at all.

Anthony's Homeport
475 Powerhouse Drive
Bend, Oregon
541-389-8998

Outdoor seating review - Beautifully located along the Deschutes river, Anthony's and Greg's Grill are equally great dining options. Big plus for being able to eat and drink while listening to whomever is playing at the amphitheater. Negative points for having outdoor seating with public access. I don't like being on display while eating.

Greg's Grill
395 S.W. Powerhouse Drive, The Shops at The Old Mill District
Bend, Oregon
382-2200

Outdoor seating review - Beautifully located along the Deschutes river, Anthony's and Greg's Grill are equally great dining options. Big plus for being able to eat and drink while listening to whoever is playing at the amphitheater. Negative points for having outdoor seating with public access. I don't like being on display while eating.

Baldy's Barbeque
235 S.W. Century Drive
Bend, Oregon
385-7427 (385-RIBS)

Outdoor seating review - For being located near a busy traffic circle at 14th and Simpson, Baldy has created a total backyard BBQ vibe...if we were in Beaverton. HAHA well he's done the best for what he's been dealt. Its actually quite nice with a separate bar, heating lamps and whatnot.

Baltazar's
1465 SW Knoll Ave (just off of 14th)
Bend, Oregon
382-6622

Outdoor seating review - Very similar to Baldy's, a nice little spot just off of 14th.

Bend Fish Company
212 NE Revere Ave.
Bend, Oregon
330-6131

Outdoor seating review - Not bad for being on the corner of busy and busier street with zero view. I'm not really a fan.

Downtowner
852 NW Brooks St
Bend, Oregon
388-2467

Outdoor seating review - Apparently the Downtowner has worked out something to expand the seating area just outside the breezeway. Seems like a decent spot, not a whole lot of traffic but you do get to observe, or deal with, the transients that hang out and the foot traffic. Not to mention the occasional street performance or art display or what not. All good for anyone that likes that crap.

El Burrito
335 N.E. DeKalb Ave.
Bend, Oregon
382-2177

Outdoor seating review - Nice deck but the location is not optimal for outdoor dining. I mean you might have a nice view of a mountain or the parking lot of starz. You might get a chance to see someone stealing your hub caps as you eat some Al Pastor burrito but that doesn't make for the best scenery.

Jake's Diner
2210 N.E. U.S. Highway 20
Bend, Oregon
382-0118

Outdoor seating review - Jake's has a nice deck for you to eat your over sized pancakes on. The view is of Pilot Butte. There is not any foot or motorized traffic or anything like that. Great place to watch the fireworks on the 4th.

Kanpai Sushi and Sake Bar
990 N.W. Newport Ave.
Bend, Oregon
388-4636

Outdoor seating review - Located right on Newport, eating sushi on a hot day with traffic passing by at 25 mph doesn't getting any better.

Kebaba
1004 N.W. Newport Ave.
Bend, Oregon
318-6224

Outdoor seating review - Located right on Newport, eating a falafel sandwich a hot day with traffic passing by at 25 mph doesn't getting any better.

CHOW
1110 NW Newport Ave
Bend, Oregon 97701
541-728-0256

Outdoor seating review - Located right on Newport, eating a delicious but small portion of breakfast, lunch, or dinner on a hot day with traffic passing by at 25 mph doesn't getting any better.

La Rosa Authentic Mexican Kitchen
1444 College Way, #104
Bend, Oregon
318-7210

Outdoor seating review - The tiny outdoor seating on College Way and Newport right next to the new Chevron gas station doesn't offer the best views. Of course, since the Source says that La Rosa has already relocated to Northwest Crossing, the views from this location are probably awesome, and doesn't smell like gasoline.

Longboard Louie's
1254 NW Galveston Ave.,
Bend, Oregon
383-2449

Outdoor seating review - Right off of Galveston, the outdoor seating is actually really nice for what it is. Plenty of shade to keep you cool while eating your MBC burritos.

McMenamins
700 N.W. Bond St.
Bend, Oregon
382-5174

Outdoor seating review - With your 189 options for dining outside of McMenamins, how can you go wrong? For downtown outdoor dining options, this is probably second place in my opinion...if only it were not for the horrible service, s--tty food, and subpar beer. Other than that, its quite nice.

Merenda Restaurant and Wine Bar
900 N.W. Wall St.
Bend, Oregon
330-2304

Outdoor seating review - See the entry paragraph above. The wife reviewed this guide and thought that I should just lump all of the sidewalk dining restaurants together. Merenda, JC's, Decoy, Pizza Mondo, El Jimador, Soba, Marz, Toomies, and whoever else that put tables and chairs out on the sidewalk and call it good don't really count.

Parrilla Grill
635 N.W. 14th St.
Bend, Oregon
617-9600

Outdoor seating review - The only good thing about the outdoor seating here is when a band is playing...if they are good. Other than that I wouldn't eat outside.

Pizza Mondo
811 N.W. Wall St.
Bend, Oregon
330-9093

Outdoor seating review - Love the pizza, outdoor seating consists of two tables next to a bike rack which usually has a big ass dog tied up to it. I wouldn't sit there.

Soba Asian Bistro
945 NW Bond Street
Bend, Oregon
318-1535

Outdoor seating review - For being on the street in downtown Bend, at least the seats are set in to the building vs taking up valuable sidewalk space. So the civilians are not all up in your spicy shrimp noodle soup.

Super Burrito
1133 NW Wall St, Ste 101,
Bend Oregon

Outdoor seating review - Lots of space to enjoy your burrito's outside but you are right up on Greenwood/Newport/Hwy 20 and have a view of the Boondock's parking lot. I liked sitting out there while I waited 30 minutes for my panini from the previous occupants.

El Caporal West
744 NW Bond Street
Bend, Oregon
541-322-8916

Outdoor seating review - Decent spot to watch the criterium in the summer. I don't really like eating outside there as you're basically in the parking lot but on hot days it seems to be packed.

Staccato's at the Firehall
5 N.W. Minnesota Ave.
Bend, Oregon
312-3100

Outdoor seating review - Not bad seating normally, but for this summer you can expect plenty of construction to accompany your poor service and overpriced wannabe Italian cuisine.

Toomie's Thai Cuisine
119 NW Minnesota Ave.
Bend, Oregon
388-5590

Outdoor seating review - Same as Marz, sure you're outside but you're spitting distance from the street, and pedestrians are all up in your chicken red curry.

Victorian Cafe
1404 N.W. Galveston Ave.
Bend, Oregon
382-6411

Outdoor seating review - Best as it gets on a busy intersection. With the wait for a table getting over an hour on a regular basis, be happy with any spot you can get.

The Decoy Bar and Grill
1051 Bond Street, Suite 100
Bend, Oregon
318-4833

Outdoor seating review - Tables and chairs are outside, that's about it. Busy intersection with a view of the courthouse. Great.

Cascade Lakes Lodge
1441 SW Chandler Avenue
Bend, Oregon
388-4998

Outdoor seating review - Outside sipping on nasty beers next to a busy traffic circle. Nice location for those heading out Century Drive. When I drive by, I CRANK up my car stereo with some gangster rap. Its funny.

Alpenglow Cafe
1133 N.W. Wall St., Suite 100
Bend, Oregon
383-7676

Outdoor seating review - There is ample room to enjoy the sun but the views and traffic are lacking. Most of the time there is construction close by or the smell of vomit from last night's Joker's patrons trying to make it out the door. Kidding...Joker's aint even there anymore.

Bella Cucina Italian Cafe - Old Mill District
450 SW Powerhouse Drive
Old Mill District (across from Anthony's)
Bend, Oregon
385-7774

Outdoor seating review - Like Greg's Grill and Anthony's but with way more traffic (both foot and motorized), tons less space, and no view.

Fireside Red
803 SW Industrial Way
Bend, Oregon
306-3121

Outdoor seating review - Can't complain about the view much at all, mountains, river, Colorado Ave. Especially with all the floaters on the river having to get out to cross over the damn right there. You get the full view...of things. I can hear the owner's now - "Old Man BOR is here again requesting patio seating." I can't wait.

Marz Bistro
163 N.W. Minnesota Ave.
Bend, Oregon
389-2025

Outdoor seating review - Outdoor dingin in Downtown Bend is hard to come by. Marz throws some tables outside but every time I walk by them, I sort of laugh at the outdoor patrons. I like to pretend cough and pass gas just to help with the ambiance. Kidding of course, but I wont dine outdoors at most downtown restaurants for this reason.

Pine Tavern
967 NW Brooks St.
Bend, Oregon
382-5581

Outdoor seating review - Glorious spot, probably the best outdoor seating in all of downtown Bend, if only the food was good. The food was great in 1930, and the patrons that had it back then are still loving it today.

Pizzicato
1288 SW Simpson Ave.
Bend, Oregon
382-1228

Outdoor seating review - I'm sort of getting tired of writing these now...you get to sit outside and watch the cars go in and out of the Safeway parking long on Simpson Ave. The pizza is overpriced.

Scanlon's Athletic Club of Bend
61615 Ahtletic Club Drive
Bend, Oregon
385-3062

Outdoor seating review - GREAT views of the pool. You'd think that at an athletic club you'd see some hard bodies but unfortunately, it is not that great.

If I've missed a restaurant in this category. Please submit a restaurant via email.
May 01, 2008
8:05
Baltazar's - Bend Oregon
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Baltazar's - Bend OregonBlah blah blah Baltazar's Blah No kids Blah...yeah I've heard the news. But I loooove the chorizo and cheese that you can grab off of the appetizers menu. If you get the chorizo and cheese, some guac, and some tortillas, you don't have to get dinner. With a cast iron skillet filled with chorizo and bubblin hot cheese, I'm a happy BOR!

What I love about this dish is the simplicity but full of salty, greasy, cheesy, porky goodness. They use ground chorizo instead of being slices of sausage in it's casing. Oh it is soooo good.

Blah blah Don't go there, Blah. I'm sorry, I've gone there and I'll go there again (insert the two snaps and a twist like from In Living Color's "Men on Film"). You can't tell me what to do.

The fish tacos for lunch are also really good. I like how light everything is. Nothing heavy or greasy that makes you want to pass out when you get back from lunch. I call that feeling of wanting to crash after a heavy Mexican meal the Mexicoma.

Baltazar's
1465 SW Knoll Ave (just off of 14th)
541-382-6622
April 15, 2008
0:05
Gusto Magazine's Best of Bend 2008 Ballot
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Gusto Magazine's Best of Bend 2008 Ballot

Gusto is asking for people to fill out their Awards ballot. I have never been shy about saying that I think these types of polls are silly especially this early in the year but what do I know. The form that Gusto has online seems easily manipulated since you don't have to login or create a profile or anything. Any restaurant can get their psycho fan base (who goes off on you if you say their portion size is small even though you said the quality of food is great) to submit their restaurant over and over. I could fill this form out as many times as I like. But they don't want you to.

The survey questions at the top of the page include a question:

"Where do you go first to get your dining info?"

The Bend Oregon Restaurants Blog is not listed as an option. You KNOW I should be listed in there. I emailed them and it was explained that the options are print publications. I'll accept that. I know I'm dominating the interwebs anyhow.

Anyway, at the bottom of this post I'm providing the link to visit Gusto and fill out the form. But first I want to force you to read my suggestions. This way you can simply copy and paste my answers since I am right. I'm always right. Accept it.

Please Indicate Your Favorites in the Following Categories:

Asian - Bruce Lee. Favorite Asian is a broad category but I'd go with deep, Kanpai, or the newcomer Bo Restobar (yes, over Typhoon).

Bar - I'm going assume this mean that hard alcohol is served instead of just beers. There are plenty of options but currently, my favorite bar is the Blacksmith.

Bar Food - Blacksmith HANDS DOWN. That Bar menu is insane and all top shelf ingredients. They need to update their online menu cause they've added quite a few more dishes to their bar menu.

BBQ - I can't believe that this is still a category. I bet Kasey's BBQ still gets honorable mention. Even when they aren't being robbed at gun point, they still couldn't smoke flesh worth a damn. Baldy's BBQ is the ONLY BBQ in town. Sure there are catering companies that will tow their smoker around and provide pulled pork for your shotgun wedding but if you want BBQ any day of the week, its Baldy's and everyone knows it.

Best Sports Bar/Restaurants - Village Grill is pretty sweet even though they didn't buy the NCAA sports package. TVs every where and they are willing to switch channels if you ask. Plus they are smoke free which is great.

Best Sub Sandwich - I do like the Downtowner which will most likely win with NY Sub Shop coming in second BUT you are all fools if you don't go to the Speedshop Deli which is literally sandwiched between Pizza Mondo and El Jimador. I'm still perfecting my "sangwich" which is a work in progress. Turkey, gabagool, pepper jack, olive tapenade, lettuce, nuke pickles, nuke sauce, and 6th gear of nuke past on an Italian roll. More on that later next week.

Breakfast - Jake's Diner

Brunch - I've never been to a brunch in Bend.

Burger - Dandy's, just had one today and they're still grubbin.

Catering - How many catering companies dose the average Bendite have the experience with? Are we qualified to vote on this? I hear that Han's is now a catering company. Does that count?

Chef - Dr. Juri Spandati from Spandati Personal Chef Services. Sure there are great chefs in town but how do you pick one? Does that chef get credit for dishes that he/she created yet didn't personally make while you were visiting? I guess so. But I like Dr. Juri because he personally made everything that I had on that glorious evening and I watched it happen. How cool is that?

Cocktails - Well, since Best Bar went to the Blacksmith, how can I select somewhere else for best cocktail? That's part of being best Bar.

Coffee House - Starbucks. I mean, they've done so well for so long...all other coffee houses strive to be bought be Starbucks. Trust me, they do. Honestly, I like the one with free wifi.

Culinary Event - The beer dinners at Deschutes Mountain room.

Cup of Coffee - More coffee? If you like coffee this much, it might be time to cut back. It's a drug maaaaaan, get off the bean!

Deli - The Speedshop Deli is a deli. Not rocket surgery here.

Dessert - Hurricane's. I said it before, it really is great for dessert after a nice dinner at Baldy's or Baltazar's.

Doughnuts - Sweetheart Donuts.

Drive Thru Coffee Location - Oh man, if you want to say "best drive up coffee hut" than just say it, otherwise the winner is clearly Starbucks by Safeway on the west side. Just give in, Starbucks is it baby.

Espresso - OMG WTF DSE (double shot espresso) More coffee? There isn't a difference. It all tastes bad. Just get yourself some Coffee Mate's French Vanilla creamer and a tall drip and drink it. It is NOT that serious. But if you like it, you like it.

Family Dining - El Caporal pleases everyone.

Fine Dining - The Jackalope Grill, The Blacksmith, Zydeco. Can't go wrong. bistro corlise is in the running as well but so new.

Food Presentation - The Jackalope Grill, The Blacksmith, Zydeco. Can't go wrong. bistro corlise is in the running as well but so new. Hola has some nice presentations as well, they could easily win this one.

Grocery Store/Market - The one with the best products at the lowest prices.

Happy Hour - Blacksmith, hands down!

Italian - Spandati Personal Chef Services. Until you try it, be quiet and trust me. I swear, the next person that says Staccato is Italian is getting slapped across the back of their neck. It aint.

Late Night Dining - I eat the early bird special and am in bed by 8pm normally. I don't really know this one. I don't even know how late anything is open in Bend. I know when I moved here, wasn't crap open past 10pm. I think I got used to that.
Local Brewery - Durrrr. OK tourists and new residents, if you haven't given BBC a try, then I suggest cutting the tourist umbilical cord and give it a go. You've been here for 2 years now, time to branch out there SoCal.

Lunch - Toomies. For $5.95 (and that's not counting the lunch special for $4.50) you get salad, rice, phad thai, and your main dish.

Margaritas - Hola, La Rosa, El Caporal...doesn't matter, they're all the same.

Mexican - Hola, La Rosa, El Caporal...doesn't matter, they're all the same.

Milkshake - Dandy's until they close and then Goodies.

Most Dependable/Consistent - I don't like this category. All the places that I go regularly are consistent, that's why I go back. I'm sure you're the same with all the places you go. If you like it, it's good.

NW Cuisine - Seafood, yeah its Anthony's. I was not pleased with Bend Fish Company lately but I know you'll all vote for them and High Tides. The latter is actually pretty good but I've only had their deep fried fish so I can't say just yet.

Pancakes - Jake's.

Pastries - How's that different than donuts or desserts? I don't know, Village Baker, Westside Bakery, Hurricane's?

Pizza - Pizza Mondo - Run lil Piggy RUNNNN

Place to Buy Meat/Butcher - Speedshop = Meat.

Place to Buy Wine - Costco

Prineville Family Dining - Do they have a Chuck E Cheese? If not, then don't they have that Super Walmart?

Prineville Fine Dining - HAHAHAHAHA seriously?!?!?!

Redmond Family Dining - Do they have a Chuck E Cheese? If not, then don't they have that Super Walmart?

Redmond Fine Dining - HAHAHAHAHA seriously?!?!?! (showing these lines to the wife while laughing so hard I'm crying she says in a serious voice "That's not nice, they have a nice place don't they?" HAHAHAHAHA I love it)

Restaurant for Kids - See "Family Dining"

Seafood - See NW Cuisine

Service - hmmmm do we just give it to McKay Cottage like last year? I still say Les Schwab has the best service and they count with their free beef and popcorn.

Sisters Family Dining - El Caporal

Sisters Fine Dining - Jen's Garden

Soups - Downtowner

Steak - The Jackalope Grill or Blacksmith...take your pick.

Sunriver Family Dining - No idea

Sunriver Fine Dining - No idea

Sushi - Kanpai Happy Hour. Bend has not had good sushi at a fair price since Don Don bailed on us. So I go to Kanpai for happy hour. You can afford it and it is very good.

Thai - Angel Thai Cuisine.

Value - Everyone has their own price. I like...surprise....El Caporal.

Wine List - Jackalope Grill, Blacksmith, bistro corlise are all places that I've seen the wine list...are they good? I guess. I vote for Costco!!!

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March 08, 2008
23:11
Welcome Bulletin Readers!
» ‎ UtterlyBoring.com

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(Yes, I know I'm bit slow, after the article's been mentioned dang near everywhere else already. I promise I'll go and read all your posts, boys and girls, after I get some sleep.)

That's not the first time that I've had that headline on this site, but this is the first time I've ever had my ugly mug on the front page of the paper (Julie makes Duncan and I look classier). I've now had my picture, name, and a quote on the front of every major section of the paper at point of my life (yes, even the sports section, when I was in high school). Naturally, I was out of town when the story broke, so I couldn't post something earlier (I really need to setup my blog so I can post to it from my Blackberry -- one of these days).

Any who, welcome to anybody who's here because of that article (feel free to comment below and say "Hi."). I think it was a pretty well-done article and covered the wide variety of bloggers in the area fairly well (hotlinks in the online version to the various blogs mentioned would help a bunch). It was better than the last article the Bulletin wrote about local bloggers which not only wasn't even put online (which was silly) it only talked about three bloggers -- Jon, Chris, and I. Nice job, Peter, as while I like Jon and Chris, I think all three of can agree that there is far more to blogging in this area outside of the three of us.

A few references from the article:
- That whole Baltazar mess that was mentioned was chronicled pretty well by bloggers here (my post got inadvertantly deleted from the BendBlogs.com database during a rebuild of my RSS feed, so here was my take on it).
- "Sally Heatherton" wrote the blog Marvelous Bend which can be found here (since the URL wasn't mentioned).
- If you want to know anything about Trader Joes, if anybody will know about it, Jon will.
- Shannon's right -- you don't need to be a "techie" (though I prefer "geek", thankyouverymuch) like me to start a blog. Go here or here or even here to check out some free and easy-to-use commercial services to start up your own blog. And then pop me a note when you do and I'll get it listed over at Bend Blogs.
- And if anybody's wondering, my shirt says "No I will not fix your computer." It was a gift from a cool co-worker and I have to think I look dang handsome in it (my co-worker will laugh when she reads this). You can buy one yourself here
It's been a long day as we drove back from the coast today (the aviation museum was closed today for some wine and cheese festival, so we went to Lincoln City), so I'm buggered. Thanks for visiting and feel free to come back anytime (and feel free to join the NCAA Pick 'em).

October 29, 2007
9:45
“Ode to Deep” - by MC ARL
» ‎ Bend Oregon Restaurant

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What a great way to start the week! I was super lazy this weekend so I didn't know what to publish this week. Luckily, Arlene has wayyy too much time on her hands. After her recent trip to Deep, she felt the need to put pen to paper in Weird Al fashion. I can't wait to see the YouTube video of this bad boy. Arlene wins comment of the year which comes with the coveted half filled out punch card for Soba.

Aight, without further ado, here's the comment I received but deserved it's own post...the first ever guest post to the Bend Oregon Restaurants blog....MC Arl kicking lyrics right to your brain....

“Ode to Deep”
(sung to Kanye West’s “Gold Digger”)

Jaime Foxx’s opening:
She takes my money when I’m hungreee
Yeah she’s a sushi serving tease
Deep’s a taste deliverer
Way over town
That serves fresh susheeeee

Chorus:
(She gives me sushi)
Now I ain't sayin' Deep’s Goldfinger (When I'm in Need)
But she ain't messin' with no mountain interior
(She gives me sushi)
Now I ain't sayin' Deep’s Goldfinger (When I'm in need)
But she ain't messin' with no mountain interior
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head

Verse 1:
Jody the bomb
Saw that Kanpai wasn’t get’n it on
With a successful Merenda
Under his underarm
He said I see there’s not a lot
I can tell by downtown
Far as culture there’s not a lot
I can tell by 1 ton drive’n clowns
but I'm looking for the one
have you seen her?
My psychic told me she have sushi like Kanpai
Suji’s, Sumi’s, Soba, but fresh
An I gotta provide good service, the very best
OK get your kids but then they got their friends
But unlike Baltazar we let them in
We order fresh and then I had to pay
If you f*&%ing with this fish then you better be payed
You know why
Bend’s inland’n wealthy
From what I heard it is frozen fresh’n healthy
My best friend gets Tempura Spicy Hamachi
Don't care what Seattle, Portland serves; Deep’s oishi

Chorus:
(She gives me sushi)
Now I ain't sayin' Deep’s Goldfinger (When I'm in Need)
But she ain't messin' with no mountain interior
(She gives me sushi)
Now I ain't sayin' Deep’s Goldfinger (When I'm in need)
But she ain't messin' with no mountain interior
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head

Verse 2:
Dragon rolls, Dragon rolls
She got White, Black, Pink, Red, Fire, Golden, Green, Super Hiro
I order very seriously sweet, cured, black cod miso;
Hot laquered, pork shortribs; Try that, Rachel ray, yum oh!
Try not to order David’s Crisp and Angry Lobster
Win Oregon Lotto and order like a rockstar
She was suppose to buy you tekka maki with your money
She went to the office got orders with your money
She walking around looking like Bill Gates with your money
Should of got that insured got GEICO for your money
If you ain’t no punk holla ‘who is Kanpai?!’
Who is Kanpai?! Yeah
It's something that you need to have
'Cause when you’re hungry for tasty, with class
Dragon rolls, dragon rolls
You order a dragon roll and think it needs something more?!

Chorus:
(She gives me sushi)
Now I ain't sayin' Deep’s Goldfinger (When I'm in Need)
But she ain't messin' with no mountain interior
(She gives me sushi)
Now I ain't sayin' Deep’s Goldfinger (When I'm in need)
But she ain't messin' with no mountain interior
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head get down (Deep su-she-ee)
Get down girl go head

Verse 3:
Now I ain't saying Deep’s Goldfinger, Deep su-she-ee
You don't want your sushi served day old like some dives
You got out to eat and you got bad food and bad vibes?!
Bend has got to learn; we move here for quality lives
But while you all missing culture
Jody made it possible get good food no culture lacking
He got that ambition baby look in his eyes
This week Merenda, Deep; next week it's the Thai’s?!
So, stick by his side
I know Bend’s small but growing up fast
And they gonna keep going to Portland
But you have a choice
Go to Deep and give your local businesses a voice

Get down girl go head get down
Get down girl go head get down
Get down girl go head get down
get down girl go head

[“Ode to Deep” original lines written by Arlene Spencer]
August 10, 2007
12:15
Best of Bend - BOR, the Source, Gusto, and BendLiving
» ‎ Bend Oregon Restaurant

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Best of Bend ballots seem to be the rage this time of year. I'm here to help, my friends. Below you will find a compilation of the Best of Bend Restaurants from the Source Weekly with the winners from Gusto, Bend Living, and my votes added in. So far I feel the Source has the best categories.

I agree with Jon that "it's pretty much the definitive "Best Of" guide for the area." In the past I have lumped the Source with Gusto. I'd like to apologize to the Source for this mistake. I'm sorry.

Its odd that the readers from the Source are so much different than those of Gusto. I'm not sure how this could be but it is. For example, McKay Cottage dominated Gusto's best of winning for Best Service, Best Burger, Best Breakfast, and Best Waitress. Yet there was not one category or honorable mention for McKay Cottage in the Source. Odd.

My favorite is the Best Burger category. Bend Living, the Source, and I all said the same two places. But Gusto "readers" know something the rest of us don't. This is not to rip on McKay, I've had their burger and it's good, I like McKay. I'm just saying that "Best of" lists that are this different seem to me like there's something a foot.

Best Fine Dining -
I said The Jackalope Grill

the Source - Cork
Honorable Mention - Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails

Gusto "readers" - Scanlon's

Best Place to Buy Fresh Veggies & Fruit -
I said Farmers Market

the Source - Bend Farmers Market
Honorable Mention - Newport Avenue Market

Best Casual Dining -
I said Deschutes Brew Pub

the Source - Deschutes Brew Pub
Honorable Mention - Bend Brewing Company

Best Service -
I said El Caporal or Les Schwab

the Source - Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails
Honorable Mention - Hong Kong Restaurant

Gusto "readers" - Mckay Cottage

Bend Living - Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails
Runner up - Cork

Best Rookie Restaurant -
I said Deep (of course)

the Source - Deep
Honorable Mention - Kebaba

Best Vegetarian -
I didn't answer. "Vegetables are what food eats".

the Source - Kebaba
Honorable Mention - SOBA Noodles

Best Bakery -
I said Hurricanes

the Source - Westside Bakery
Honorable Mention - Sparrow Bakery

Gusto didn't have this category but they did have Best Pastries - Nancy P's

Best Grocery Store -
I said Rays...they have a liquor store, hands down the winner.

the Source - Newport
Honorable Mention - Rays

Best Lunch -
I said Toomies

the Source - The Downtowner
Honorable Mention - Toomies

Gusto "readers" - The Victorian Cafe

Best Cheap Eats -
I said Reyes Tortillaria

the Source - The Taco Stand
Honorable Mention - Longboard Louie's

Gusto didn't have this category but they had Best Value - Longboard Louie's

Best Breakfast -
I said Westside Bakery

the Source - The Victorian Cafe
Honorable Mention - Alpenglow

Gusto "readers" - McKay Cottage

Best Coffee House -
I said Thump

the Source - Bellatazza
Honorable Mention - Thump

Gusto "readers" - Bellatazza

Best BBQ -
I said Baldy's

the Source - Baldy's
Honorable Mention - Kasey's Texas Style BBQ

Gusto "readers" - Baldy's

Best Pizza -
I said Cibelli's on the West Side

the Source - Pizza Mondo
Honorable Mention - Cibelli's

Gusto "readers" - Pizzicato

Bend Living didn't have this category

Best Sushi -
I said Deep

the Source - Kanpai
Honorable Mention - Deep

Best Mexican - Nice category...sooo many places to choose from it should almost be top 5 Mexican restaurants. I listed Pepe's as my favorite even though I've only been there once. My top 5 would be:

Pepe's
El Caporal
Hola!
Reyes Tortillaria
Taco Stand

the Source - La Rosa
Honorable Mention - El Caporal West

Gusto "readers" - La Rosa

Best Asian -
I said SOBA

the Source - Toomies
Honorable Mention - Hong Kong Restaurant

Gusto "readers" - Toomies

Best Italian -
I said Cibelli's

the Source - Staccato
Honorable Mention - Ernesto's

Gusto "readers" - Staccato

Best Steak -
I said The Jackalope Grill

the Source - The Blacksmith
Honorable Mention - Tumalo Feed Co.

Gusto "readers" - Tumalo Feed Co.

Bend Living - The Blacksmith
Runner Up - Pine Tavern

Best Seafood -
I think I made a mistake on my form when I submitted to the source, I put Cork. Why would I do that? I had fish there once and it was delicious....I should have said Bend Fish Company or even better, Baltazar's!

the Source - High Tides
Honorable Mention - Anthony's Homeport

Gusto "readers" - Anthony's Homeport

Bend Living - High Tides
Runner Up - Anthony's Homeport

Best Dessert -
I said The Blacksmith

the Source - Han's
Honorable Mention - Hurricane's

Gusto "readers" - Han's

Bend Living - Han's
Runner Up - Blacksmith

Best Bagel -
I said Big O' Bagels

the Source - Big O' Bagels
Honorable Mention - Bagel Stop

Best Burger -
I said Dandy's. Skip Pilot Butte, they win every year.

the Source - Pilot Butte
Honorable Mention - Dandy's

Gusto "readers" - McKay Cottage

Bend Living - Pilot Butte
Runner Up - Dandy's

Best Ethnic -
I said Reyes Tortillaria

the Source - Kebaba
Honorable Mention - Toomies

Bend Living - Toomies
Runner Up - Kebaba

Best Patio Dining -
I said Bend Brewing Company's

the Source - Pine Tavern
Honorable Mention - Anthony's Homeport

Gusto didn't have this category

Bend Living - Anthony's Homeport
Runner Up - Pine Tavern

Best Wine List -
I said Merenda's

the Source - Merenda
Honorable Mention - Portello Winecafe

Gusto didn't have this category but they had Best Place to Buy Wine - Bend Wine Cellar

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