National Hot Chocolate Day in Bend
Hello Bend! Winter in Central Oregon is magical and that means it’s time to snuggle up on an outdoor patio or seat warmer with a …
Eats & Drinks
Bend Brews: Coffee Shops Edition
Hello Bend! When I moved to Bend, I was half-inspired, half-irritated at the seemingly slow-paced, relaxed vibe that everyone simultaneously seemed to be giving off–especially …
Taco Tour of Bend, Oregon!
Hello Bend! Someone wise once said to me, “A well-balanced diet is a taco in each hand.” Well this Texas girl couldn’t agree more! I’m …
Soul, Community, Planet – New Redmond Hotel
Soul | Community | Planet Hello Bend! The SCP Hotel in Redmond is Central Oregon’s new, modern, thoughtfully-designed, environmentally-friendly hang out spot to stay, …
The Home Chef Experience: L For Lavender
Hello Bend! As a busy, working mom in the middle of a global pandemic, I have tried ALL of the meal subscription kits in an …
Local Favorites: Bagels in Bend
Hello Bend! My kiddos look forward to our trips to the bagel shop for those special weekend breakfast items. It’s a tradition my husband grew …
Bend Holiday Meals Pick-up/To-go
Hello Bend! The holidays are right around the corner, and with all the COVID craze, get togethers look a lot different than normal. It’s such …
Dutch Bros: Best Drive Thru Coffee
Hello Bend! It’s the season of giving and in the honor of supporting our favorite local drive-thru coffee shop, Dutch Bros, we are launching a …
Pizza in Bend: The Best Central Oregon Slices
Hello Bend! Often, when I’m helping a new family with their move to Central Oregon, one of the first questions they’ll ask is “Where do …
EMW Fusion ~ Bend’s Premier Korean Fusion Food Truck
Hello Bend! For being a small town nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Bend has no shortage of food trucks. You will find …
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Nancy P’s Cafe & Bakery
Hello Bend! Nancy P’s Cafe & Bakery has been nestled in Bend’s Westside for 19 years. This little, cozy Bend mainstay opened its doors in …
Chomp Chomp Bend – A Japanese Northwest Restaurant
Hello Bend! …Say Hello to Chomp Chomp Bend! In our small town tucked away in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, we have some pretty …
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Deschutes Brewery Jubelale Art & Beer Tastings
Deschutes Brewery Jubelale to be featured at First Friday Artwalk! December 1 marks the final First Friday Artwalk of 2017. With downtown Bend bustling and …
Get Your Fill at Big Dog Growlers
Hello Bend! My husband and I are in love with our neighborhood tap house and growler filling station, Big Dog Growlers! We’ve stopped in a …
The Vegetable Man…Fresh, Local Produce Now Available!
Hello Bend! Great spring-time news here in Bend….The Vegetable Man fruit and veggie stand is now open for the season in Bend! If you’ve been …
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Barrio~New Location, Same Delicious Food!
Hello Bend! Looking for a unique dining experience in downtown Bend? Look no further than Barrio! With an impressive selection of Latin inspired eats …
Deschutes Brewery Tour & Tasting Room
Hello Bend! We got a group together this past weekend to check out the Deschutes Brewery Tour. Being the first brewery to introduce craft beer …
Breakfast with Santa at The Pine Tavern Restaurant
Hello Bend! The kids were super excited when they found out we had tickets to Breakfast with Santa. This weekend was the 25th annual Breakfast …
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Delicious Burgers, Fries & Shakes at Bend Burger Company!
Hello Bend! Are you hungry for an amazing burger? We’ve found it at the Bend Burger Company! With a downtown location near Drake Park and …
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Great Beer, Food & Atmosphere at Crux!
Hello Bend! Not only does this place have a super-cool name~ Crux Fermentation Project ~ it has great food (including 2 food trucks out back, …
Black Bear Diner-A Perfect Spot for Kids!
Hello Bend! What I thought would be a typical diner experience, felt more like having breakfast in a log cabin in the company of black …
An Eclectic Mix of Food Carts at The Lot
Hello Bend! What is a Bend Mom to do when the kids are in school all day & there is nothing in the house to …