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Kenny and Zuke’s

Sunday, August 8th, 2010

Looking for a delicious and hearty meal? Look no farther than to Kenny and Zuke’s. This Jewish styled deli serves up some of the best sandwiches Portland has to offer.

The Kenny and Zuke’s menu is virtually endless.  With a ton of items to offer both breakfast and lunch themed you will be sure to find something you will love.

I had the veggie Reuben while I was there.  Grilled zucchini, mushrooms and onions replaced the meat while everything else stayed the same.  The Russian dressing, sauerkraut, rye bread and the Swiss cheese all combined perfectly with the grilled veggies to make one amazing sandwich.

Despite this sandwich being absolutely amazing, I cannot say it was my favorite food I enjoyed while there.  The potato salad is out of this world.  I really cannot comment on how much I enjoyed this salad.  Some potato salads are over cooked potato mush with mayo and mustard with some other stuff thrown in.  Not this salad.  Perfectly cooked potatoes, a wonderful dressing, chives to accent the salad.  Simple, but absolutely delicious.

Next time you’re craving for a sandwich, be sure to check out Kenny and Zuke’s.  You will not be disappointed.

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Cyan/PDX’s New Family Members!

Friday, August 6th, 2010

Come down to the lobby and greet the two newest family members of Cyan/PDX, Maui Jim and Sebastian.

Maui Jim is the newest fish to grace our aquarium.  Maui Jim is a Pygmy Angelfish that was introduced to the Cyan Sea Thursday, August 5 2010.  He is a very playful fish that has brought his personality, as well as a splash or turquoise and pink color to the tank.

In addition to Maui Jim, we have received a new shrimp who will be swimming the Cyan Sea as well.  Meet Sebastian, our Blood Red Fire Shrimp.  At this point Sebastian is still acclimating himself to his new home and is a bit more shy compared to the last shrimp.  But you can still see him on the right hand side, under the arch of rocks.

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New Food Cart right next door to the Cyan/PDX!

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Welcome to Bayou Fixins’

The Cyan/PDX just got a new neighbor from  the south! Bayou Fixins’ has everything from Gumbo and Jambalaya to spicy mac an corn bread. Located just to the south of the Cyan/PDX front door on 4th ave you can pick up a taste of the Bayou Monday-Friday during lunch.

Head on down and check out this new SW staple.

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Summer Has Arrived–Explore PDX!

Friday, July 9th, 2010

With the sun finally peeking through the clouds, be sure to make the most of living at Cyan/PDX by exploring what our central location has to offer on foot and by pedal!

Looking for a new hike? Portland Oregon’s Hiking Network offers reviews of popular hiking routes, maps, and even connects you to other hikers in the area.

If you’re hoping to dust off your bike, head to BikePortland.org and pump up the tires. The BikePortland blog lets you stay up to date with imporant news about biking in Portland while giving you access to tremendous resources from biking culture to upcoming events to where to buy a new bike (or build your own).

It looks like summer in Portland has finally arrived. Enjoy!

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Don’t worry…that’s not a swarm of bees attacking.

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

Put down the phone and stop calling the Best Buy you bought your TV from. That never ending hum you are hearing while watching the World Cup game is not the sound going out. Nor is it a swarm of hungry bees on the attack. It’s a Vuvuzela, also known in South Africa a Lepatata.

It’s sound is mind numbing and relentless, creating a fog of white noise through all of South Africa.

While instruments like the vuvuzela have been found all throughout time, it’s popularity has come to a head thanks to this years World Cup. Just the other day I saw someone walking from Kell’s blowing one in the streets of Portland!

Many sources have sighted the sound level of the instrument being measured at 127 decibels contributing to football matches with dangerously high sound levels for fans and players alike. A new model now availble has a modified mouthpiece which is claimed to reduce the volume by 20 dB but what fun is that.

So be warned…it’s better to be on the non buisness side of one of these things if it ends up at your next World Cup match.

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With summer hopefully around the corner Cyan/PDX Presents: How to use the bbq’s.

Monday, June 7th, 2010

I may be a little hopeful wearing the boat shoes and whale shorts but I feel it in my bones….summer is around the corner, I just know it is!

Soon enough the sun will be out and it will be time to hit the grill and get bbq’n! So grab your dogs and burgers and get to it!

The Cyan is living green even with our bbq’s! No dinosour burning fosil fuels here…just good old wood coals!

Here is how to get started:

Next to the grills you will find natural wood charcoal provided for you. Fill up the top portion of the chimney with the coals and the lower part with newspaper sprayed with a bit of cooking oil. Light the paper and wait for the coals to turn bright red, this should take about 5-10mins.

Pour the hot coals out and pile them to one side of the grill creating a hot zone on one side and warming zone on the other. This will help control the temp and allow you to sear and cook at the same time. You can also adjust the height of the grill surface by raising and lowering the grill face with the wheel to the right.

Once the grill surface is hot use the metal rod and triangle piece to clean the chanels of residue and start grilling.

After you are finished up raise the grill as high as it goes and brush the grill to clean while still hot.

Enjoy this summer of grilling and don’t forget to use some of those herbs from the garden to build marinades and rubs!

 

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OHS Doggie Dash 2010 May 15! Time to get our Cyan Team together!!

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Time to Rally your furry friends and get ready for the 23rd running of OHS’s Doggie Dash!!

If you are interested joining the Cyan’s Team please send a note to deven@cyanpdx.com

 

For more details visit http://www.oregonhumane.org/doggiedash/event.asp

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PSU Farmers Market

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

Get excited for the seasonal opening of the PSU Saturday Farmers Market this Saturday, March 20. The Saturday Market is located at Portland State University in the South Park Blocks between SW Hall & SW Montgomery. Make the most of the Oregon sunshine (in any form) and head over to the market for some fresh treats.

Dates: Saturdays, March 20 through December 18

Times: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – March thru October
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – November & December

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Social Sustainability Colloquium

Monday, March 8th, 2010

Join Portland State University for the last Social Sustainability Colloquium of the term for conversations and questions regarding what is guiding the current economy. The Colloquium is sponsored by the Social Sustainability Network and the Center for Professional Integrity & Accountability.

Friday, Mar 12. 12 noon – 2pm
Academic & Student Rec Center 
School of Social Work Room 660
1800 SW 6th Avenue, 6th Floor  
 

Click here for additional details and future events.

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Buddha Bites–A Cyan/PDX Favorite

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Looking for a great lunch spot in the area? Head to Buddha Bites just up the street on SW 4th & Hall for mouth-watering plates. Buddha Bites prides itself on offering seasonal, local, organic choices for their Portland customers, making them (and their tasty sandwiches) a favorite in the Cyan/PDX office. As if their BLT and veggie melt weren’t enough, Buddha Bites brews their own chai tea!

Since there are so many Bites to choose from, Cyan/PDX is going to help out. This week, we’re full-heartedly behind the Grilled Club–great with either homemade Naan bread or gluten-free bread.

Head to http://buddhabitespdx.blogspot.com/ for their full menu, catering options, and more!

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