Prepare to celebrate!
Kann Chef Gregory Gourdet’s Block Party
Chef Gregory Gourdet is throwing an Aug. 4 block party called Electric Summer. Gourdet, who owns the Haitian-influenced restaurant Kann and adjacent bar, Sousòl, just won a prestigious James Beard Award for the third year in a row. He discusses his plans for a New York expansion, the death of his friend and business partner, and his style at the James Beard Awards, among other updates. [Oregonian 🔒]
- Reservations for Kann and Sousòl Present Electric Summer become available on Tuesday, June 25. [Resy]
Sour Ales Brewery Closes
Cascade Brewing and Cascade Barrel House pioneered sour ales, starting in 2006. But a month after its 80-year-old owner died, operations have ceased and there’s no indication that a proposed sale will resuscitate operations. [Oregonian]
Best New Bartenders in the Country
Palomar, the Cuban-inspired bar with a perfect summer patio, now has another selling point. Bartender Jordan Valls is a finalist for the national best new bartender award from Punchdrink, a drink and drinking culture media outlet. [Punchdrink]
