The 7 Coolest Classic Diners in America
Skillet Diner, Seattle - The first iteration of this American-inspired eatery was housed in a vintage Airstream trailer, and that aesthetic carries over to its more traditional brick-and-mortar establishment—think: a slightly more streamlined take on the diner, where concrete walls meet green vinyl booths and counter stools. And while you’re there, be sure to try the bacon jam.
7 things not to miss in Portland, Ore. - The Boston Globe
When visiting the eclectic city of Portland, Ore., respect the locals and they’ll spill the beans about its offbeat pleasures. Here are seven mind-tingling things to do between those farm-to-table meals and strong brews. ■ Bike or hike the Banks-Vernonia Rail Trail. The 21-mile paved path — Oregon’s first linear state park — connects rural towns west of Portland. Sights include year-round color, 13 bridges (two spanning 80-foot-high railroad trestles), waterfalls, trees draped with phosphorescen