A Kann Block Party and More
Prepare to celebrate! Chef Gregory Gourdet is throwing an Aug. 4 block party called Electric Summer. Gourdet, who owns the Haitian-influenced restaurant Kann and adjacent bar, Sousòl, just won a prestigious James Beard Award for the third year in a row. He discusses his plans for a New York expansion, the death of his friend and business partner, and his style at the James Beard Awards, among other updates.
Prepare to celebrate!
Kann Chef Gregory Gourdet’s Block Party
Chef Gregory Gourdet is throwing an Aug. 4 block party called Electric Summer. Gourdet, who owns the Haitian-influenced restaurant Kann and adjacent bar, Sousòl, just won a prestigious James Beard Award for the third year in a row. He discusses his plans for a New York expansion, the death of his friend and business partner, and his style at the James Beard Awards, among other updates. [Oregonian 🔒]
- Reservations for Kann and Sousòl Present Electric Summer become available on Tuesday, June 25. [Resy]
Sour Ales Brewery Closes
Cascade Brewing and Cascade Barrel House pioneered sour ales, starting in 2006. But a month after its 80-year-old owner died, operations have ceased and there’s no indication that a proposed sale will resuscitate operations. [Oregonian]
Best New Bartenders in the Country
Palomar, the Cuban-inspired bar with a perfect summer patio, now has another selling point. Bartender Jordan Valls is a finalist for the national best new bartender award from Punchdrink, a drink and drinking culture media outlet. [Punchdrink]
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