Portland

Portland....is definitely a city with more to offer than 5 days could lend itself to.

About a year ago, the hubby and I decided we needed to check out this happening metro area that prides itself on being one of, if not "the" greenest city, as well as, a land of bridges, roses, outdoor activities galore, music and of course who could forget craft beer and farm-to-table cuisine along with the famed food-truck craze.

That's a lot to pack in 5 days. And, I'll just say this...we need to plan another trip...Or, consider relocation options.

So please stay tuned as I kickoff my "postcards from portland" blog series over the next few weeks, but first here's a snapshot of what's to come:

The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

• 7 Craft Breweries visited, a Craft Brew festival, and I lost count of the # of local brews tried
• A Farmers Market that would make any foodie think they'd died and gone to heaven 
• A snow capped mountain 11,000 feet up and a seaside stroll that was straight out of "Goonies"
• Satisfied (and slightly larger) bellies full with fresh oysters, ranier cherries, figs, biscuits and out-of-this-world gravy, thai style chicken wings and donuts with maple frosting and bacon.
• Coffee. Coffee. Coffee.

Stay tuned...