133rd Annual Convention

Optional Tour: Portland Rose Gardens and Foodie Tour (Room Meet at The Nines front desk)

20 Jun 16
1:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Join us for a visit to the famous Portland Rose Gardens, in full bloom just after the conclusion of the annual Portland Rose Festival. Afterwards, enjoy a 3 hour tour through one of Portland’s newest culinary hot spots - we will explore N Mississippi Avenue, an eclectic neighborhood full of great food and lots of personality. 

You'll experience 6 popular eateries, each chosen for it's quality and creativity.  You'll also savor this unique neighborhood and discover why Portland has become a culinary destination.  Here are some of the delicious foods you’re may taste on this tour... 

  • Yum Woon Sen glass noodle salad, in house made sai oui sausage and a housemade blueberry soda or locally brewed ale
  • Grass-fed beef mini burger on a brioche bun, Rogue Creamery chevre, Picklopolis pickles, housemade ketchup and truffle fries
  • Fleur de sel, sel gris and flake salts, including an Oregon produced salt
  • Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
  • Cheese plate with local farmstead cheeses, artisan bread & caramelized hazelnuts
  • Korean-Mexican fusion bulgogi pork tacos with authentic kimchi from one of Portland's favorite food carts
  • Handmade chocolate chip cookie and salted caramel ice cream and lemon cookie & lavender honey ice cream sandwiches

*Please note that tastings are subject to seasonal changes, tour route and to the whim of the chef

ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!