The Ugly Mug Coffeehouse is a Sellwood classic. In fact, it’s a Southeast Portland classic. Ugly Mug is one of those coffee houses where you just know you’re in Portland. It’s the atmosphere. It’s the great coffee. It’s the friendly service. But mostly, it’s the feeling you get while you’re there – like you’re in the heart of what you …
Jessica McCarthy and the Creativity Behind Jam On It
Jessica McCarthy is the creative genius behind Jam On It. Jam On It may be in its infancy, but it’s about to take the Portland jam world by storm. Jessica is cooking up the most flavor-packed sweet and savory jams I’ve seen in awhile. She’s got a jam for just about everyone. And everyone will be coming back for more. …
Claudia Lucero and Urban Cheesecraft: Sharing the Joy of DIY Cheese
View PostShurky Jurky: A Revolutionary Sustainable Artisan Snack Company (UPDATED)
Mike Shur, who owns Shurky Jurky with his wife, is an inspiration. Shurky Jurky is about more than the gourmet, artisan jerky it crafts. Mike and his wife are also on a mission to revolutionize the snack business by implementing a business model that is sustainable both environmentally and economically. Un-Traditional Snack: Mike says he started Shurky Jurky because he …
