Brett Konen
Brett Konen is a barista, coffee specialist, journalist and overcaffeinated coffee enthusiast living in Seattle. A graduate of Whitman College with degrees in Sociology and Politics, she studies beverage culture and makes time for cooking, cribbage, travel and other adventures.

Competing for a Cup of Chowder

Or more specifically, the Chowder Cup. It’s time for Portland’s seventh annual Chowder Challenge, and for the first time in event history, it’s certain that the defending chowder champion will be dethroned. For five of the past six years, the New Old Lompoc on NW...

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Love It or Hate It: What to Do for V-Day

The line is drawn, pick your side by depending on your location. You might say: “Valentine’s Day is pretty much my favorite holiday ever.” You might live in: Washington — Ready, set, splurge on an unforgettable evening of dining and dancing at the Palace Ballroom...

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Zwickelmania: Oregonian for Beer

Want a backstage pass to Oregon’s beer scene? It’s Zwickelmania, and it’s back. This President’s Day weekend, we suggest you celebrate with a favorite beverage of a good many presidents, from Washington to Obama. Beaver state breweries are honoring our brew-loving...

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Speed Rack Hits Seattle

Historically, women haven’t always liked being called fast. Now, they’re competing to be the fastest. From Boston to Tampa, Tucson to Portland, Speed Rack has spent the past three months scouring the country in search of the fastest female bartenders in the states....

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