#462 Brooke Jackson-Glidden - The state of food journalism and AI's effect on writing Inbox
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Once again, Brooke Jackson-Glidden warms up our podcast with her viewpoints on the state of food journalism, especially on the heels of Saga City letting her and many other staffers go from her position with Portland Monthly. And she talks a bit about what she's up to now, including time in her garden, her frequent appearances on Citycast, and what her visions are going forward. We begin, though, with an interesting discussion on what AI is doing not only to journalism but also to humans and water supplies. And as always, Brooke shares some of her new recent food loves in...
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#461 Ryley Eckersley - WØLF
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We catch up with Chef Ryley Eckersley again, and this time he shares his journey from professional athlete to chef and restaurateur, where he now practices his trade at WØLF in Portland, discussing the importance of experience, community, and living life fully. We explore his innovative approach to dining, his travel adventures, and how he balances work and family. Ryley's history and vision is definitely not your run-of-the-mill chef story. He's been all over the world and plans to continue exploring, aiming to live and open restaurants in different...
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#460 Byron Beck moves to Paris
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We are honored to have one of the icons of Portland media join us for a fun discussion about his decision to leave the city he loves so much, Portland, for the wonders of Paris, where he and his husband had been visiting for years. We talk about the mechanics of the move, and what he's learned to appreciate -- and miss - since relocating just over a month ago. Byron and Chris reminisce about the food scene when it was really thriving in Portland, and how they both perceived and enjoyed it. Byron mentions his favorite spots, some still thriving and some closed, that he misses...
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#459 Oswaldo Bibiano - Bar S7ete and Smart Donkey
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Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets: RingSide SteakHouse: Portland Food Adventures: We are pleased to have caught up with Chef Oswaldo Bibiano upon the opening of his latest venture, Bar S7ete. We discuss his very popular former restaurant, Autentica, and how much of that menu and vibe he's bringing to Bar S7ete. Also host Chris Angelus and Oswaldo touch on some of the challenges of serving elevated Mexican cuisine, and how Chef Bibiano balances his new menu to appeal to as many people as possible in 2026 and beyond. ...
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RATF Classic: #448 Maylin Chavez - Nacar and Travel to Oaxaca
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We look back at our conversation from earlier this year with Maylin Chavez. Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets: RingSide SteakHouse: Portland Food Adventures: It's a pleasure to have Maylin Chavez join us again. This time, we talk about her latest venture, Nacar, and how she enjoys doing pop ups now versus owning her own brick and mortar restaurant. Maylin goes into her background starting in the Baja region in Mexico, what life was like as a child there, and then studying to go into social criminology, until she realized her passion was cooking....
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#458 Chris' Fish and Chips Update
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Host Chris Angeles revisits his favorite fish and chips spots along the Oregon coast, sharing updates and new favorites after a decade. Discover the best places to enjoy fresh seafood, explore coastal towns, and plan your next coastal trip. Listen to the whole episode for a rundown of a over a decade of Chris' faves. ORIGINAL POST Host Chris Angelus loves his fish and chips, and has a few faves ranging 330 miles up and down the Pacific Northwest coast from Port Orford, OR to South Bend, WA. He shares a half dozen, but recommends three places he deems...
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RATF Classic: #409 Lalo Camarena - Now at The Malarkey, when he was at República
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We look back at our conversation with Chef Josa Lalo Camarena - now at the Malarkey, when he was at República. Original post from February 2025. This is a must-listen. Chef Jose Camarena, Executive Chef at Portland's highly regarded República, may just be the youngest guest of over 400 on our podcast. But you wouldn't know it if we hadn't drawn attention to that fact. At just 24, he's in a position few others are at his age, and it's easy to see how he got as far as he's gotten at such a young age. We talk about his family Sunday dinners, how he became interested in...
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#457 James Malarkey - The Malarkey and Hawkeye & Huckleberry
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A fun interview, James Malarkey joins Chris to discuss his family history from his great grandfather's lumber company beginnings, which led to Portland's Malarkey Roofing, to now, the opening of The Malarkey in the former Oba! space in the heart of Portland's Pearl District. James talks about his celebrity-chef brother's culinary journey. which has its roots planted in culinary school in Portland. From there to San Diego, with a bevy of restaurants, to Bend, when James began partnering with his brother and now The Malarkey, opening the last day of July, 2026. ...
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#456 David Sigal - Gabbiano's & James Beard Public Market
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Gabbiano's and Gabby's David Sigel takes some time to share his journey from studying Chinese history at Lewis and Clark, and then his experience working at a club in Beijing. After his eyes opened to the food scene with visits to places like Clyde Common and Olympic Provisions, he was drawn bac to working at and opening restaurants in Portland. We talk about what's changing in restaurant economics, including a shift from cocktails. Since David is on the Board of the James Beard Public market, he shares his enthusiasm and some details about what's exciting about that project, and how it...
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#455 Carrie Welch - Where is she now? Professor | formerly of Little Green Pickle and Feast Portland
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A blast from the past! Carrie Welch—former owner and operator of the PR firm Little Green Pickle and co-founder of Portland's world-class food festival, Feast Portland—joins us from Camillus, New York, to talk about her new career in academia. After leaving Portland when COVID-19 hit and closing her businesses, Carrie is now an adjunct professor at Syracuse University. In this episode, she discusses her early thoughts about becoming a teacher, and now living out that dream with her wife Jannie and two children outside of Syracuse, and what she misses most about the Portland food...
info_outlineThis week, we look back to our conversation with Dominic Finzo of The Screen Door.
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Dominic Finzo from The Screen Door restaurant in Portland joins us to talk about the iconic restaurant's 20th anniversary, which they will commemorate in 2026.
Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Dominic’s earliest memories are steeped in the comforting rhythm of Southern life—where supper was always on the table, and love was served warm by the hands of his grandparents who raised him. It was in their kitchen that Dominic first felt the magic of food—the way a meal could bring people together and make them feel cared for. That connection lit a fire in him, and from a young age, he knew that cooking was more than just a skill—it was a calling.
Dominic sought out mentors and chefs who would help shape his path. His journey took him from Tennessee to Montreal, across Germany, Denmark, and France, then to Maui, and finally to Portland, Oregon. Along the way, he honed his craft in some of the most respected kitchens, mastering techniques and immersing himself in diverse culinary traditions.
Yet, no matter how far he traveled or how many flavors he explored, Dominic’s heart remained tethered to the soulful food of his Southern roots. When he joined the Screen Door team, it felt like a homecoming—a full-circle moment where he could merge the rich traditions of his upbringing with the bounty of the Pacific Northwest.
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