Chiara Profenna
Religion and culture reporter for The Oregonian
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- Matzo balls meet Italian meatballs at Dream Deli. The new Southeast Portland spot is blending Jewish and Italian deli traditions with a Pacific Northwest ethos and drawing crowds for corned beef, whitefish melts and more. Read the full story here: www.oregonlive.com/dining/2026/...
- We put Portland’s coworking cafes to the test — looking for comfy seating, solid Wi-Fi, easy outlets and food worth sticking around for. From cozy neighborhood spots to all-day work havens, here are our favorite places to work from anywhere in the city: www.oregonlive.com/dining/2026/...
- Despite Oregon’s snow drought, Cosmic Tubing continues to sell out at Mt. Hood Skibowl. The reason: a “gigantic snow cone maker” and a glow-lit night experience. Read more about the experience here: www.oregonlive.com/living/2026/...