I was a writer for Mashed for a couple years, writing weekly about food, food celebrity, food innovation, and sometimes people eating on Instagram. Mashed is a major publication for Static Media, described as a “destination for all things food.” Rather than share each individual article, please visit my Author page at this website directly.

Vacations are nice, but sticking around the Portland area in the summer offers so many fun opportunities for families. It’s the perfect time of year to get outside and try out new and new-to-you parks, frozen treats, art exhibits and so much more. Here’s our curated list of fun ideas and places to try out during your family’s Portland summer staycation!