I'm back from a quick five day road trip through Oregon and Northern California (down the coast and back through the inland via Portland). In Portland we dined at The Gilt Club and found the food quite delectable. We pined over their home infused vodka and marveled at the skills of their mixologist. But alas there was no drinking for use (maybe next year after the little ape comes along). Since we were in Portland we dropped by Stumptown for a quality espresso. As usual I was pleased by their product (although I found the baristas a little 'distracted').
When I returned to the office Michael mentioned that Stumptown just opened two locations in Seattle! Something to try next week...