Cafe Juanita
I received a gift certificate to Cafe Juanita, and read up on the local reviews before attending. The chef- Holly has gotten amazing reviews from food critics for her fresh ingredients and unique dishes. I must say that I was expecting a lot when I arrived. This cafe (more like a fancy restaurant) certainly lived up to my expectations!
PROS: Food, Chef, Atmosphere
CONS: Not in a convinient location
Beach Cafe
I have held several work events in their downstairs meeting room, and the food is always amazing. I loved their tomato basil cream soup so much that I went back for dinner a day after the meeting. Alas, they don't have it on their regular menu! Great for dinner, business functions or whatever you like!
PROS: Food and View
CONS: Where is my tomato soup?
Barking Frog
This is an extremely posh fine dining spot that looks and feels a little more comfortable and inviting than many other fancy food places. The food is fantastic, and the wine list is gracious. Definitely call ahead for reservations.
PROS: Special Occasion Dining
CONS: You get what you pay for!
Araya's Vegetarian Place
Araya has recently moved from its old (and kind of cruddy looking) location, and now the atmosphere and decor suit the delicious food. I always order the spring rolls- they're the best in town- and the spicey noodles.
PROS: Food!
CONS: Not close enough to my home!
The Bead Man
the couple who owned this store moved to Oregon, but you can still find them online. This was a great place for classes, and has some fairly good prices.
PROS: find them online
CONS: they moved!
Dilettante Chocolate Cafe
I visited this cafe one evening after a show and ordered hot chocolate and a chocolate dessert. The hot chocolate is made from real chocolate and is a thick exquisite dessert on its own. The desserts are world class.
PROS: CHOCOLATE
CONS: sometimes a bit of a wait for a table
Phillips Hogue Winery
Gorgeous wines in a quaint an lovely atmosphere. Not nearly as large as Columbia winery, Hogue had definite charm and the tasting alone is worth the visit!
PROS: Their wine!
CONS: Fairly Small
Pcc Natural Markets
In recent years, this market seems to have begun to allow more junk dealers than in previous years. I dont mean flea market antiques, I mean a garage sale in a market atmosphere. There are always some great booths that make the visit worth my time on a gorgeous day.
PROS: it is an out door market!
CONS: needs more quality goods
Dinner Delivery Plus
I have ordered from Dinner Delivery Plus on a number of occasions. The food is always late, and often I get something other than what I ordered, or something is missing from the meal.
PROS: appeals to my laziness
CONS: makes me regret not picking up my own dinner!
Over The Rainbow Balloon Flights
I went with a work group, and what can I say except that this was an amazing day. Not only do you see the region from a balloon in the sky, you are able to stop for lunch or dinner too. Would be very romantic for couples (if they offer this service?)
PROS: lifetime experience
CONS: take your sweater even in warm weather