Introducing The Yamhill Valley Beer Adventure Beer fans, raise a glass, because come October 1, there’s a fun new way to connect with breweries in McMinnville, Newberg, and nearby. Visit McMinnville has launched a beer passport program called the Yamhill Valley Beer Adventure. Think of it as a DIY beer crawl and a great way to explore the area and try out new-to-you breweries. Read Article
Not Your Nonna’s Neapolitan Pizza Capo, the quickly beloved 3rd Street institution, opened in 2019, but the pizzaiolos tested their recipes and skills as a food cart first, often popping up at what is now Foreland Brewing. Read Article
McMinnville Art Alley McMinnville Art Alley, between Davis and Evans Streets in downtown McMinnville, is now open and boasts seven new vibrant murals. Read Article
Tacos, coffee, crystals, and plants; Mac Plaza is a food truck hub and more Diana Perez moves a mile a minute these days. One moment she’s checking in with a food truck vendor, the next she’s clearing a table at her family’s business, Mac Plaza. Read Article
Introducing Gold Dot Beer, a new brand from the brewer couple behind Heater Allen You may have already noticed, but there’s a new name showing up on taps around town and new cans in the fridges each emblazoned with a shiny gold medallion. Is it a gold medal? Perhaps it’s the moon? A modernist twist on a gold star? The interpretation of the name is up to the drinker, but Gold Dot is a home-grown brand and McMinnville’s newest voice in craft beer. Read Article
La Rambla Celebrates 20 Years and Steps Outside During MacFresco! With MacFresco!—where Third Street transforms into a pedestrian-friendly space for outdoor shopping, entertainment, dining, and drinks every weekend throughout the summer—in full swing, there is no better place to soak up the sun while sampling small plates, sipping award-winning wines, and listening to live music than La Rambla Restaurant & Social Room. Read Article
Gallery Theater keeps it cool this summer If you’re visiting McMinnville the next couple weekends, Gallery Theater has assembled some of the region’s finest stage actors to breathe life into two riveting, but little-known one-act plays. It’s a perfect way to cap a day of checking out our wineries, shops and restaurants. Read Article
Surprising Spots to Dine with Kids Let’s be honest, dining out with kids isn’t easy, especially when parents want to celebrate a special occasion or enjoy a nice meal with the entire family. Thankfully, there are several restaurants–that may not immediately jump to mind as kid-friendly spots–where parents can feel like adults while little ones are welcome to try something new. Read Article
A first look at McMinnville’s new location from Tualatin-based Stickmen Brewing Stickmen Brewing’s spacious new pub and patio on Northeast Lafayette is the third location from the Tualatin-based brewery. It’s a spacious dining room with 75 seats, two giant televisions, 28 taps, and garage-style doors that roll up to the street-facing patio. Read Article
McMinnville Fun on Wheels Summer in McMinnville means blue skies and sunny days, and there’s no better way to enjoy them than a set of wheels beneath you and the breeze on your face as you roll. Whether your pick is a bicycle, a skateboard, or a set of skates, McMinnville has a great outdoor scene for fun on wheels. Here’s what you need to know to get started. Read Article