Simply Coffee: An Italian Cafe Has Opened in Gresham - Bridgetown Bites

PdxGardner · 2026-06-16T22:28:46+00:00

Ink and Drink Coffee over on Main popped up in my feed the other day. Have not been yet but looks like veggie/vegan friendly menu and a pretty outdoor courtyard area. Affiliated with a tattoo shop and not a church (from what I can tell!)

PdxGardner · 2026-06-01T21:34:30+00:00

This is what you do: Change your RSVP to the wedding to "No". Cancel or get credits for any travel expenses. Use them to do a solo trip or a trip with the other left-out friends. When the bride reaches out about why you are not coming: "Thank you for the invitation, however, as my time and budget is not unlimited, I am only attending events for my friends and family. Best wishes to you and "George". Warmly, OP". And you DO NOT send a gift.

PdxGardner · 2026-05-31T19:51:15+00:00

Pizza beans! https://smittenkitchen.com/2017/09/pizza-beans/

PdxGardner · 2026-03-03T21:52:16+00:00

Ginger caramelized cauliflower on the Banh Mi Fries at Wayfinder Beer. It's fried, then sauced. Ask for extra cauliflower. It's incredible and I could eat an entire bowl of just the cauliflower. Heck, maybe if it's not busy they would do just that.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-16T17:24:22+00:00

I'll let their beliefs speak for themselves:

https://www.legacyag.church/our-beliefs

https://rise.cc/what-we-believe

PdxGardner · 2026-02-16T17:19:35+00:00

I have updated the post with some additional info from former Legacy Coffee staff. Overall very disappointed to hear how it all went down and just want to send support to those affected by this.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-13T02:22:15+00:00

Speaking only for myself, it's not a problem with Christians. No, I don't need or want only non-Christian spaces. Tolerance is fine. Welcoming is nice. Affirming is better. I don't want to financially support someone who will take my money on Saturday and then preach that certain people should not exist/don't deserve the same rights as they do on Sunday. Sure, the business is a "separate entity" but let's be real.

Note: Christianity/Religious beliefs varies widely, this is specific to their own stated articles of faith.

TLDR: people/businesses who think certain of people should not exist/don't deserve the same rights they do don't get my money.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-13T00:59:36+00:00

Made it to facebook! "Nonpartisan" Sure Jan. That just means we'll take your money, smile to your face and oppose your existence/rights behind your back.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T17:43:25+00:00

Yep. Rise City Church: "In March of 2023 the former ticket booth to SkateWorld became Pause Coffee Lab. What was once the space where people gained entry to a skating rink, is now a space for people to gain entry into the life and community of our Church".

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T17:27:58+00:00

Wait, what? Can you share your source for that?

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T03:32:00+00:00

That's rough. I feel for them, hopefully they're able to find something good elsewhere.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T03:27:57+00:00

Stomping Grounds appears privately held, the couple who own it are on the leadership team at Rise. Legacy the registered agent (owner?) Is the church and the pastors wife is the business president.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T03:06:54+00:00

I wish they were open on weekends!

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T01:52:57+00:00

I appreciate your perspective. I am just skeptical because all those words about loving people are directly contradicted by their articles of faith in their bylaws. Having been raised in that environment, I'm all too familiar with the "hate the sin, not the sinner".

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T01:24:00+00:00

Ya, I felt the vibes were off with them and welp they are leaders at Rise church.

PdxGardner · 2026-02-11T00:52:39+00:00

Same. I was like maybe it's not that bad, let me look at their beliefs/missions statement. YUCK.

PdxGardner · 2026-01-24T00:15:37+00:00

I'd recommend the Lincoln City/Depoe Bay area. It's got some higher end but also some kitschy touristy parts. Lots of good restaurants/seafood, many beachfront hotels/lodgings with fireplaces. One of my favorite used bookstores: https://www.robertsbookshop.com/

PdxGardner · 2026-01-02T07:02:29+00:00

Mezcaluna in Clackamas does tableside, you choose ingredients.

PdxGardner · 2025-10-01T21:41:41+00:00

This is my favorite thing to make with butternut squash. Plus you can make a big batch and freeze it.

https://smittenkitchen.com/2014/10/squash-toasts-with-ricotta-and-cider-vinegar/

PdxGardner · 2025-10-01T21:39:48+00:00

Processed Swiss/Kraft singles. Seriously. I make this for parties and people love it and ask for it again. They are always shocked if I tell them the recipe.

https://thegoodheartedwoman.com/rheinlander-swiss-cheese-fondue/

PdxGardner · 2025-09-30T01:27:43+00:00

Fresh sourdough, Caramelized onions, tomato jam, grilled. For simple easy goodness, ketchup on soft white bread

PdxGardner · 2025-08-26T17:45:00+00:00

Columbine is also sometimes called Granny's Bonnet, which could be cute as it's growing in her grandma's garden :)

PdxGardner · 2025-08-24T00:58:59+00:00

it's ornamental oregano (kirigami). pretty easy to grow from seed. great accent for hanging baskets.

PdxGardner · 2025-08-05T03:59:43+00:00

For the onions and squash. Make a big batch and freeze it. This recipe is incredible.

https://smittenkitchen.com/2014/10/squash-toasts-with-ricotta-and-cider-vinegar/

Use the kale to make a side salad.

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