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This Oregon Coffee-And-Donut Window Has Regulars Timing Their Morning Around It

Oregon

This Oregon Coffee-And-Donut Window Has Regulars Timing Their Morning Around It

Portland mornings hit different when your first stop is Blue Star Donuts on SW Jefferson. The brioche rings, seasonal glazes,...

By David Coleman on Feb 15

People Drive Across Arizona for the Lattes at This Humble Coffee Shop

Arizona

People Drive Across Arizona for the Lattes at This Humble Coffee Shop

If you have ever chased the perfect latte, you will feel right at home at Cafetal Coffee & Familia. This...

By Evan Cook on Feb 15

People Drive Across Arizona for the Matzo Ball Soup at This Classic Deli

Arizona

People Drive Across Arizona for the Matzo Ball Soup at This Classic Deli

If you know, you know. Goldmans Deli in Scottsdale is the kind of place that keeps comfort close and tradition...

By Emma Larkin on Feb 15

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23 Foods That Feel Normal Until You Watch Someone React to Them

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Some foods make you grimace at first bite, then sneak back into your thoughts until you are hunting them down....

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