Right at the Fork

This classic episode of Right at the Fork comes from January of 2026. ORIGINAL POST Edouardo Jordan's ascent to the top of the Seattle culinary world was a long journey that started in his childhood St. Petersburg kitchen helping his mother, when given the choice of that or cleaning his room.  Edouardo takes us through his high school, college and post college pursuits, one of which was working wi...

It's Part 2 of our conversation with Kurt Huffman... though by way of transparency, this is a second conversation that took place days after Part 1, because of an software glitch and missing audio.  Kurt was kind enough to reconnect with Chris and talk again Part 2: Kurt Huffman on PDX, Portland's future, and the places worth seeking out Kurt and Chris turn to Portland International Airport and th...

Part 1 Kurt Hoffman joins Chris to trace the origins of ChefStable and its mission to support chefs with the business side of restaurants. They look back at Portland's independent dining boom, discuss why the city can be wary of restaurant groups and self-promotion, and consider how location, parking, labor costs, and private-event business affect a restaurant's chances of success. Kurt also refle...

In this episode of Right at the Fork, we welcome guest host Brooke Jackson-Glidden who sits down with Althea Grey Potter of Bar Nouveau.   Althea shares insights on her culinary evolution, food critique, challenges in the industry, and her personal journey through the food world.   Right at the Fork is supported by:  Zupan's Markets: www. Zupans.com   RingSide Steakhouse:  www. RingSideSteakhouse....

Ben Jacobsen is the founder of Jacobsen Salt Co., renowned for producing premium sea salts harvested from Netarts Bay on the Oregon Coast. Established in 2011, Jacobsen Salt Co. has become an iconic food brand in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.  Jacobsen's journey into the world of salt began during his time living in Denmark and Norway, where he developed an appreciation for the quality and ver...

Lyf Gildersleeve of Flying Fish joins us to talk about the need to update his restaurant/store based on guidelines the City of Portland has imposed on him, resulting in an Indigogo campaign to update Flying Fish,  The Flying Fish Patio Project.   Lyf talks about how Portland changes the game, not only on regulations, but what they say during business conversations with city officials.   Flying Fis...

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, thoug...

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 d...

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 th...

Right at the Fork is supported by:  Zupan's Markets: www.zupans.com   RingSide SteakHouse: www. RingSideSteakhouse.com   Portland Food Adventures: www. PortlandFoodAdventures.com     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...

We look back at our conversation from earlier this year with Maylin Chavez. Right at the Fork is supported by: Zupan's Markets:  www.zupans.com RingSide SteakHouse:  www. RingsideSteakHouse.com   Portland Food Adventures:  www. PortlandFoodAdventures.com 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 ve...

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 fa...

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 po...

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...

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 economi...

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 discuss...

We welcome Richard Matusow to the podcast to talk about his eye-opening journey to Rio de Janiero at the turn of the century, where he discovered the wonders of the superfood açai.  That led to a new career.   On his way to opening Carioca Bowls in Portland, he learned what he could about a açai, working for a premier company in the industry.  Now, Carioca Bowls on Alberta, has a loyal following o...

We welcome Richard Matusow to the podcast to talk about his eye-opening journey to Rio de Janiero at the turn of the century, where he discovered the wonders of the superfood açai.  That led to a new career.   On his way to opening Carioca Bowls in Portland, he learned what he could about a açai, working for a premier company in the industry.  Now, Carioca Bowls on Alberta, has a loyal following o...

Right at the Fork is made possible by: Zupan's Markets:  www.zupans.com   RingSide SteakHouse: www. RingSideSteakhouse.com   Portland Food Adventures: www. PortlandFoodAdventures.com   Friend of the podcast Gary Okazaki joins us once again to lend his thoughts about the current Portland (and elsewhere) James Beard Award winners.  No one is better qualified to discuss this than Gary, especially sin...

We are joined by Piyanut of Hua Hin to discuss his journey toward opening and operating his fresh new Thai restaurant on Hawthorne Blvd.   PJ talks about his mother's influence on his career, as well as some instances in Vancouver, BC that led to his professional growth.  We enjoy a glimpse into the kitchen and Piyanut's philosophy for creating an atmosphere positive for both team members and gues...

It's an instant classic with Jaco Smith!  Listen for details on how you can travel with Chef Jaco and Chris Angelus to South Africa.  ORIGINAL EPISODE POST: In our first episode where we discuss the influence of Apartheid on a guest, Jaco Smith  talks about his remarkable journey from South Africa, where his mother cooked for diplomats when he was a child, to cruise ships and high end hospitality...

At a time when budget dining is becoming less possible, Gary Okazaki (@garythefoodie) joins us once again to review his latest Happy Hour finds in Portland.  As always, the conversation wafts into the unexpected and surely provides us with a list of places to try.  We also talk about some Summer openings in Portland. Right at the Fork is made possible by: Zupan's Markets:  www.zupans.com   RingSid...

In our first episode where we discuss the influence of Apartheid on a guest, Jaco Smith   talks about his remarkable journey from South Africa, where his mother cooked for diplomats when he was a child, to cruise ships and high end hospitality in the USA deep south, to Portland and Lechon. If anyone is interested in going deeper into this podcast, why not travel with Jaco and have HIM take you to...

In this classic episode of Right at the Fork, we head back to November of 2025 and our conversation with Amanda Cannon Windquist and Judson Windquist of Sunday Sauce.  ORIGINAL POST: In a fun interview, we welcome Amanda Cannon Windquist and husband Judson to the podcast, just after they opened their newest venture in Portland, Sunday Sauce.  We talk about their journey and inspiration for Sunday...

Christopher Czarnecki, is the chef-owner of Joel Palmer House in Dayton. a fourth-generation family restaurant specializing in wild mushrooms, now based in a historic 1857 house in the heart of Oregon wine country. The restaurant is well-known as a must visit destination while visiting the wine country.  We talk with Christopher about his family's roots in Pennsylvania, why they moved to Oregon, a...