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EPISODE · Aug 3, 2026 · 34 MIN

Why Portland Should Host the Food Oscars, the New Punk Rock Mall, and Portland's Newest Party Bars

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Today on City Cast Portland, can Portland snag the world-famous James Beard food awards from Chicago? And could Pioneer Place become the new Lloyd Center? Plus, The Malarkey steakhouse opened, and so have some bars that are a good place to party. Joining host Claudia Meza are food and drink reporters Brooke Jackson-Glidden and Alex Frane. Discussed in today's episode: Velvet booths? Stripper poles? Meet The Malarkey, celebrity chef’s over-the-top Portland steakhouse [Oregonian] As the sun sets on Lloyd Center, key tenants are moving to Pioneer Place. Could it become Portland’s next ‘indie’ mall? [Oregonian] Portland’s New Eastside Cocktail Haunt Delivers Jucy Lucys and Refined Hotel Bar Vibes [Eater PDX] Belmont’s Famed Aalto Lounge Enters a New Era [Eater PDX] Cliff’s Hums With Community Spirit at Its New Alberta Home [Eater PDX]  Good Girl Is the Central Eastside’s New “Slutty Goth Dive Bar” [Eater PDX]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 3rd episode: D'Amore Law

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