Hood River

July 02, 2015 by Rachel Bernhardt in Pacific Northwest Travels

Even though Hood River is only about a 45 minute drive from Portland, I haven't been since I was a child. I decided that needed to change, so David and I took a day trip to get out of the city and see something new.

Mississippi Food Carts

June 29, 2015 by Rachel Bernhardt in Food

Portland is famous for their food carts, so last weekend we checked out some options at the Mississippi Marketplace in North Portland, after enjoying a beer at Prost next door.

Portland Rose Garden

June 26, 2015 by Rachel Bernhardt in Portland Attractions

One of my favorite places to go on a warm June day is the Portland International Rose Test Garden. There are over 10,000 plants displayed within the park, which is full of wide open spaces, including a small amphitheater and stage that puts on a variety of shows in the summer.