Megan Walsh
Megan Walsh is currently a senior at the University of Portland preparing to graduate in May with a degree in Organizational Communication and Business Administration. Megan has worked as a writer for her school newspaper, and as an assistant coordinator for Bash Events NW and plans to pursue a career in PR. When she is able to unglue herself from her laptop screen, she enjoys hiking the great trails in the PNW, reading and tasting her way through Portland’s never-ending supply of hip bars and restaurants.

We Dig: How to Pair Wine with… Difficult Foods

Wine has long been revered as the drink of the gods, the liquid in the glasses of the aristocrats, the cure to a broken heart and the perfect match to almost every dinner. Unfortunately, the problem of that latter statement resides in the word “almost.” Although it is...

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Fourth of July: Reds, Whites, and Brews

People around the United States are getting prepared to gather their friends and families, light their barbies and set off fireworks in celebration of America's national Independence Day. Although the delicacies most commonly created on the grill and served to the...

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We Dig: How to Pair Beer with… Chocolate

Although wine and chocolate have been in a long-term relationship (and it is not often recommended unless the wine is sweeter than the treat), chocolate is not a monogamous partner in terms of spirited companionship. Although this revelation may bring thoughts of a...

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In Preview: Sips of Summer Series

It is no secret that in the summer wine tastes better alfresco, especially on a beautiful patio. This is why it is with excitement and anticipation that we await the kickoff of the Sips of Summer Series happy hour events on Wednesday, July 9 at the Lobby Bar and patio...

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In Preview: Wine Rocks Seattle

The typical wine tasting or festival boasts of the opportunity to sample through an impressive array of palate-pleasing products from various vineyards, to pair such sips with delicious bites and to converse with the winemakers themselves. Wine Rocks Seattle offers...

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We Dig: Sippin’ in the Sun

In our Vitamin D deprived region of the Pacific Northwest, it is rare that we get to sit back and enjoy some rays while sipping on a spirited delight. Fortunately for us, various bars, lounges and restaurants have capitalized on the general population’s desire to...

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Invisible Alchemy Kombucha Quintessence

After spending many years dedicated to studying the probiotic way of life and experiencing the health benefits of kombucha firsthand, the owners of Invisible Alchemy decided to bottle up their knowledge and share it with the public. Brewed and bottled at Captured by...

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Grazers: Bamboo Sushi

With the vast number of bikes, compost bins and businesses offering local produce, it is no secret that the city of Portland is green. This is one of the many reasons that Bamboo Sushi, renowned for being the first certified, sustainable sushi restaurant in the world,...

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We Dig: Beers Inspired by Nature

Every successful artisan needs a muse, and in the Pacific Northwest, inspiration is fortunately not difficult to come by. Beers Made By Walking is taking advantage of the vast expanses of lush, green forest covering Oregon and Washington by planning hikes that connect...

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