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Dining Out

The Goat Cheese Torta, left, and the Potlatch Cedar Plank Salmon are seen here on the riverside patio at the Kalama McMenamins on Monday night, Aug. 27, 2018.

McMenamins drops anchor in Kalama

The Goat Cheese Torta, left, and the Potlatch Cedar Plank Salmon are seen here on the riverside patio at the Kalama McMenamins on Monday night, Aug. 27, 2018.

August 31, 2018, 6:02am Clark County Life

McMenamins Pub at Kalama Harbor Lodge is one of the newest additions to the many popular McMenamins destinations. Kalama’s location was built from the ground up and also houses overnight accommodations, a seven-barrel brewery and a gift shop. Read story

Princess Layer and Boba Fett boba tea from River Maiden.

Food & Drink: Next-level boba tea has come to the Couv

Princess Layer and Boba Fett boba tea from River Maiden.

August 31, 2018, 6:00am Clark County Life

In the mid-2000s, places like Boba Guys (which originated in San Francisco and spread to Los Angeles and New York) decided to improve on boba tea (a Taiwanese drink) by using high quality ingredients such as real milk from local dairies and housemade syrup using real fruit without artificial sweeteners… Read story

Geno’s Espresso in the 1220 Main building in downtown Vancouver.

Food & Drink: Geno’s Espresso abuzz beside Amaro’s

Geno’s Espresso in the 1220 Main building in downtown Vancouver.

August 24, 2018, 6:01am Clark County Life

After many years in the restaurant industry, Geno’s Espresso owners Genaro Zurita Amaro and Jesus Amaro wanted to open a restaurant in downtown Vancouver. They opened their restaurant, Amaro’s Table, at 1220 Main St. (formerly the space for Charlie’s Bodega). Based on the success of that business, and their good… Read story

The front of Barrel Mountain Brewing is seen here on Monday afternoon, Aug. 20, 2018.

Barrel Mountain go-to place for brews

The front of Barrel Mountain Brewing is seen here on Monday afternoon, Aug. 20, 2018.

August 24, 2018, 6:01am Dining Out

Why: Barrel Mountain Brewing has become a go-to place for residents of Battle Ground seeking local craft beer. Located on Main Street, the brewery provides a unique dining experience for the whole family, which is elevated by the inclusion of some exclusive menu items. Read story

Tandoori chicken, front, is served at Chutneys Indian Restaurant and Grocery Store in east Vancouver.

Chutneys sizzles with Indian flavors

Tandoori chicken, front, is served at Chutneys Indian Restaurant and Grocery Store in east Vancouver.

August 17, 2018, 6:00am Clark County Life

Chutneys Indian Restaurant and Grocery Store has enjoyed many years of success serving authentic Indian cuisine seven days a week for the whole family. Located just off of state Highway 14 and Southeast 164th Avenue, do not let the unassuming strip-mall location fool you — this place is one of… Read story

Blue raspberry and cotton candy shave ice and Pina Coladalada from Tropical Sno Vancouver

Food & Drink: Beat summer heat with frozen treats

Blue raspberry and cotton candy shave ice and Pina Coladalada from Tropical Sno Vancouver

August 10, 2018, 6:01am Clark County Life

During this summer of “Fortnite,” my parental job (as Screen Time Police) has become increasingly difficult. However, wandering the Salmon Creek Greenway Trail and then grabbing a frozen treat at Tropical Sno or Deda’s Fine Baked Goods makes for a pleasant diversion. Read story

The Camas Carver, clockwise from top, is served with the chipotle chicken wrap and the New York Balsamico at The Oaks Bar & Grill earlier this month.

Oaks Bar & Grill an exclusive treat

The Camas Carver, clockwise from top, is served with the chipotle chicken wrap and the New York Balsamico at The Oaks Bar & Grill earlier this month.

August 10, 2018, 6:00am Clark County Life

Why: The Oaks Bar & Grille offers an exclusive dining experience off the beaten path overlooking the immaculately groomed Camas Meadows Golf Course with mature oaks and towering evergreen trees. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. The menu, created by Executive Chef Bill… Read story

A cookies and cream milkshake from the Clark County Dairy Women booth at the Clark County Fair

Dairy Women: Shaking up fair since 1950s

A cookies and cream milkshake from the Clark County Dairy Women booth at the Clark County Fair

August 3, 2018, 6:01am Clark County Life

The main reason I go to the Clark County Fair every year is to get a milkshake from the Clark County Dairy Women’s booth. For many years, I have wondered, “Who are these milkshake masters?” Read story

Corned beef hash, clockwise from foreground, is served with Bailey’s sandwich and the Ideal Breakfast with sausage at Natalia’s Cafe in Camas.

Natalia’s Cafe serves food with a smile

Corned beef hash, clockwise from foreground, is served with Bailey’s sandwich and the Ideal Breakfast with sausage at Natalia’s Cafe in Camas.

August 3, 2018, 6:00am Clark County Life

Natalia’s Cafe is a longtime establishment in historic downtown Camas. Located on the corner of Northeast Fourth Avenue and Dallas Street, the family cafe serves breakfast and lunch seven days a week. Fresh food is made-to-order and served with a smile. Read story

54-40 Brewing Company in Washougal.

Food & Drink: In search of top spots to sip beer outside

54-40 Brewing Company in Washougal.

July 27, 2018, 6:01am Clark County Life

I spend too much time in downtown Vancouver — ignoring many of the great places in other parts of Clark County. To remedy this, I decided to spend a night seeking the perfect summer beer in the perfect outdoor spot outside of downtown Vancouver. Read story