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Main Street icon gets an otherworldly makeover as 3 Howls moves into former Mint Tea house

April 12, 2024, 6:09am Clark County Life

I recently noticed a peculiar sight on Main Street. The sprawling house that formerly housed Casa Grande, Mint Tea and Pho Haven was painted black. This gothic vision brought some… Read story

Kafiex Roasters co-founder places 8th at national barista competition; coffee fans can revel in her expertise

April 5, 2024, 6:05am Clark County Life

Seidy Selivanow of Kafiex Roasters placed eighth in the nation at the U.S. Barista Competition at Klatch in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., in March. Read story

The fourth annual Savor Southwest Washington Wine on April 27 will serve pours from 20 Clark County wineries.

‘There’s also good wine, food and energy’: Nonprofit serves up annual tasting event in Battle Ground

The fourth annual Savor Southwest Washington Wine on April 27 will serve pours from 20 Clark County wineries.

March 29, 2024, 6:05am Clark County Life

Savor Southwest Washington Wine will serve pours from 20 Clark County wineries and tasting rooms such as Rezabek Vineyards and Brian Carter Cellars, as well as bites from Tommy O’s, Say Ciao, Frontier Public House and Whimsy Chocolates will be served in style at the Battle Ground Community Center on… Read story

MMMerica burger at Heathen Brewing Feral Public House.

Beer and a burger? From Vancouver to Washougal, these taprooms have you covered

MMMerica burger at Heathen Brewing Feral Public House.

March 22, 2024, 6:04am Clark County Life Subscriber Exclusive

When they first opened taprooms, craft brewers were reluctant to go into the food business. Many just served snacks or relied on nearby food trucks to feed their customers. I’m grateful that some have decided to make great burgers to accompany their well-crafted brews. Read story

Gut Bustin’ Games, a local tabletop game company, is hosting a Mrs. Roper Pub Crawl starting at 4 p.m. March 23 on East Main Street in Battle Ground..

Try this: Little Art Camas, Mrs. Roper Pub Crawl, Furry Friends fundraiser

Gut Bustin’ Games, a local tabletop game company, is hosting a Mrs. Roper Pub Crawl starting at 4 p.m. March 23 on East Main Street in Battle Ground..

March 21, 2024, 6:00am Clark County Life

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54-40 Brewing founder Bolt Minister stands for a portrait at 54-40 Brewing in Washougal. "It's an industry unlike anything else," said Minister.

54-40 Brewing to open second location in Washougal – with a full kitchen

54-40 Brewing founder Bolt Minister stands for a portrait at 54-40 Brewing in Washougal. "It's an industry unlike anything else," said Minister.

March 18, 2024, 6:02am Business

54-40 Brewing Co. will open a new location — with a full-service restaurant and taproom — at the Evergreen Marketplace in Washougal later this year. Read story

An airy industrial space at the Port of Camas-Washougal is home to Recluse Brew Works.

Recluse Brew Works in Washougal offers ‘a fizzy yellow beer’ in a welcoming space

An airy industrial space at the Port of Camas-Washougal is home to Recluse Brew Works.

March 15, 2024, 6:03am Business

On an unseasonably sunny Friday at 3 p.m., reggae-influenced hip hop and psychedelic music streamed through the speakers at Recluse Brew Works as patrons sipped crisp ales and lagers made by owner Gus Everson. Read story

Patrons dine at the Carts by the Park food cart pod Feb. 29 in Ridgefield.

Ridgefield’s food cart pod could be a permanent fixture, with help from the city council

Patrons dine at the Carts by the Park food cart pod Feb. 29 in Ridgefield.

March 11, 2024, 2:28pm Business Subscriber Exclusive

Carts by the Park, Ridgefield’s popular food cart pod on Pioneer Street, is getting closer to making its location a permanent one. Read story

Chicken and waffle, shrimp and grits, seafood omelette and Dutch baby from Cecilia.

Clark County brunch spots offer menus for Easter, Mother’s day or anytime a special treat is in order

Chicken and waffle, shrimp and grits, seafood omelette and Dutch baby from Cecilia.

March 8, 2024, 6:04am Clark County Life Subscriber Exclusive

Brunch is increasingly popular in Vancouver, so reservations on March 31 are likely to fill up quickly. This list of Easter brunch spots ranges from the classic buffet at Hudson’s Bar and Grill at the Heathman Lodge to Scratch Breakfast, a vegan food truck that delivers through DoorDash. Read story

Oregon chain Oswego Grill announced Wednesday that it will take over the Beaches Restaurants' location on the Columbia River after the Vancouver staple closes at the end of the year.

Oswego Grill eyes Beaches location for new restaurant starting in 2025

Oregon chain Oswego Grill announced Wednesday that it will take over the Beaches Restaurants' location on the Columbia River after the Vancouver staple closes at the end of the year.

March 6, 2024, 3:54pm Business

Oregon chain Oswego Grill plans to take over the riverfront space held by Beaches Restaurant and Bar, expecting to open its Vancouver outpost in the spring or summer of 2025. Read story