Jan 9
2010

Fort George Brewery and Public House

Fort George Brewery and Public House

I really should do a post ranking chicken strips from all major grocery stores (one of my lesser known areas of expertise), but, first, I will do something far more respectable and review the chicken strips at Fort George.

Jen with Fort George chicken strips

Jen with Fort George chicken strips

If a restaurant that promises to be even halfway decent has a chicken strip special, I can’t help myself. I will get it. And, eat it. And, usually love it. In fact, chicken strips have to be pretty bad to be considered bad by me. I am fairly forgiving in this area. So, with that caveat, I will say this…

The chicken strips at Fort George are formidable. They are only on the menu one day a week, and our friendly server noted that everyone comes in on Tuesdays just for the strips. Not sure if “everyone” is more discerning than me, but when it comes to chicken strips, it is definitely a possibility. So, even if you don’t trust me. Trust “everyone.” Those strips are good. And, the Quick Wit is a delicious accompaniment.

Michael with Fort George bockwurst

Michael with Fort George bockwurst

Michael was a little more creative and ordered the bockwurst, which paired excellently with his seasonal ale. I can attest that he enjoyed both. I did not get an opportunity to try the bockwurst, but I trust his opinion. He doesn’t just indiscriminately like all bockwurst.

Note: In the interest of full disclosure, Michael and I visited Fort George Brewery and Public House in March 2009. It is entirely possible that certain things have changed. For example, Tuesdays may no longer be chicken strip day. So, you might want to do some research ahead of time. I can safely guarantee that the beer is still noteworthy. And, if they have chicken strips on the menu. You should get them. Seriously, they are a cut above the rest.

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Mar 24
2009

For the past three years my job has taken me all around our great state, from Pendleton to Coos Bay, Ashland to Astoria and just about everywhere in between. As a sixth-generation Oregonian, who prided herself on her vast store of local knowledge, I was astounded to learn just how little I knew about most communities. And, I was faced with a unique and persistent problem: where do I eat? 

Outside the I-5 corridor and the Bend area, there is precious little information on-line about where to dine. The age-old tradition of asking locals is the best bet. Although, as I sometimes prefer to do after hours alone on the road, picking a place at random and seeing what happens has also been enormously interesting. So, at the urging of my friends and colleagues (and husband, who sometimes joins me on my adventures), I am setting out to document the highs and lows of eating on the road around the Beaver State.

Being a woman road-warrior who primarily eats alone figures heavily in my decisions. For example, I rarely roll-up solo-style to bars in parts unknown. Generally being on a limited per diem has also shaped my decisions. Although, I have certainly splurged on myself (and footed the bill) when an irresistible, decadent option presents itself. As a result, I have cultivated the capacity to eat a four-course meal without any company save a book.

For those of you who live and travel through Oregon (especially outside the Portland Metro Area), I look forward to hearing suggestions!

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