We left Bellingham seven minutes late this morning (intended time of departure was 8 AM) but had few traffic issues other than the occasional slow downs due to summer road work. Stopped in Mount Vernon to tank up at the cheaper Costco pumps and then straight through to Portland. Leslie started in
reading all about out trip and found a list of restaurants in Portland--the list is endless and there are so many outstanding places, how do you choose? I asked for one not far off the freeway so we wouldn't have to spend a lot of time getting off and on I-5. Down the list she went, describing this place and that. Then she got to Pambiche, a Cuban place just off I-84 only a couple of miles from I-5. It sounded so fantastic we had to try it.
reading all about out trip and found a list of restaurants in Portland--the list is endless and there are so many outstanding places, how do you choose? I asked for one not far off the freeway so we wouldn't have to spend a lot of time getting off and on I-5. Down the list she went, describing this place and that. Then she got to Pambiche, a Cuban place just off I-84 only a couple of miles from I-5. It sounded so fantastic we had to try it.We called and got directions and in 5 minutes pulled up in front of the brightly colored facade. There were lots of tables out front and cuban-style music added to the festive atmosphere.
I decided to order some ice tea and a combination plate with a Cuban-style red bean soup, rice and a pile of mouth-watering shredded pork which had been chared and cook
ed with garlic and onions. Though the photo to the right doesn't look it, the meal was drop dead delicious. Leslie decided only to order some fried plantains since we agreed to share. She excused herself to wander inside and look over the dessert case and then returned to our table. When the food arrived she was handed a Cuban Sandwich. Hey, what happened to our agreement. Too tempting! The sandwich was fantastic--shredded pork, ham, swiss cheese on a french roll which had been pressed on the grill. Pambiche gets two very enthusiastic thumbs up. We'll be back for sure.
ed with garlic and onions. Though the photo to the right doesn't look it, the meal was drop dead delicious. Leslie decided only to order some fried plantains since we agreed to share. She excused herself to wander inside and look over the dessert case and then returned to our table. When the food arrived she was handed a Cuban Sandwich. Hey, what happened to our agreement. Too tempting! The sandwich was fantastic--shredded pork, ham, swiss cheese on a french roll which had been pressed on the grill. Pambiche gets two very enthusiastic thumbs up. We'll be back for sure.Back on I-5
and south to our goal for the day. The drive was just too long but we arrived in time for dinner at our favorite Mexican place in Medford--Si Casa Flores. Funny name but great food. It is a bit on the expensive side for a Mexican restaurant but the food is worth it. Leslie had an enchilada plate and I had a combination (we were supposed to share) with a chili relleno, an enchilada and a taco. Muy Bueno!
and south to our goal for the day. The drive was just too long but we arrived in time for dinner at our favorite Mexican place in Medford--Si Casa Flores. Funny name but great food. It is a bit on the expensive side for a Mexican restaurant but the food is worth it. Leslie had an enchilada plate and I had a combination (we were supposed to share) with a chili relleno, an enchilada and a taco. Muy Bueno!We drove just around the corner and arrived at the Comfort Inn South. This is a very comfortable place on the south side of Medford, just a little closer to Ashland only 10 miles away. We always call ahead and ask for an upgrade to a suite. We are seldom turned down when we just say we are Choice Priviledge Members and the points we accumulate staying in this chain during our trip will help get us free stays in hotels in England next Christmas. Pretty great deal.
We are safe in our suite and ready for a quiet evening before all the excitement for the next three days at the festival. Oops, Leslie just went down to swim a few laps in the pool, then we are planning a few hands of Cribbage before bed.
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