Andina Restaurant will participate in the Momokawa Supper Club dinner series with SakéOne on March 19 at 7 pm, held in Andina’s upstairs event space, Tupai. The series challenges chefs to create a multi-course meal to be paired with specialty sakés. The catch is that the dishes they create must avoid stereotypical Japanese and Asian fare. The evening includes Chef Hank Costello’s menu and saké pairings for $55 per person plus gratuity. Reserve your seats by phone at 503.228.9535.

Tupai Event Space

Andina is a proud ambassador of Peruvian cuisine. Their diverse menu features traditional dishes from the Andes as well as Novo-Peruvian creations, which combine a wonderful array of native ingredients with modern techniques and presentations. Andina’s newest private event space, tupai, is located directly above the restaurant. tupai features a dedicated kitchen and full-service bar; eucalyptus floors, natural light, and Inca-inspired architecture; and an open space that can be customized for any type of event, from intimate dinners and business presentations, to cocktail parties and wedding receptions with live music and bar service. Borrowring its name from the Quechua word connot “gathering space”, tupai can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated dinner and 100 guests for a standing reception or cocktail party.

Andina Restaurant
1314 NW Glisan, Portland, OR 97209
503-228-9535
jennifer@andinarestaurant.com

From the formal elegance of traditional Japanese bento dining to colorful and delectable serviced buffet delights, let Chef Naoko amaze your guests with her special creations for your special event. The chef’s love affair with the Pacific Northwest ingredients and her more than 20 years experience in organic cooking combines to provide a distinguished cuisine unique to chef Naoko.

Drop by the restaurant on SW Jefferson Street to try the food, or make an appointment with Naoko to discuss your event in detail. She would be delighted to create a special menu and catering style to suit your vision and budget. Or check out Chef Naoko’s catering menu for your selections or to use for ideas.

Honored to have been chosen: At the end of last year, local band Pink Martini released their  latest album – 1969 – with Japanese singer Saori Yuki.  It was an immediate smash hit reaching number one in the US and many other countries.  To celebrate the success, Saori Yuki was invited to Portland to sing with Pink Martini at their concert at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall.  Saori Yuki is widely considered to be Japan’s Barbra Streisand and a special pre-concert reception was arranged for her, hosted at the residence of the Japanese Consul General, and Chef Naoko Catering was selected to cater the event.  Naoko was so honored to be chosen to cater for such a high profile event, and to be involved in preparations for the Pink Martini concert, which she also attended.  It was fantastic!

Chef Naoko and honored guests with Japanese singer Saori Yuki

Event Caricatures by Barbara Pikus

Create a lively, crowd-pleasing atmosphere by hiring Barbara Pikus to draw quick portrait caricatures of your guests. People love to banter as they watch the best in themselves and others spring to life in a few short minutes. Watching each drawing develop, line by line, helps “loosen up” the crowd for a relaxed, festive mood.

Hiring Barbara Pikus removes the worry from your Event planning. She can draw anyone, from babies to seniors, from bold to shy. Always on time and professional, Barbara delivers welcome entertainment in an affordable format for Trade shows, Conventions, Grand Openings, Corporate Parties & Picnics, Holiday Events, Landmark Dates such as Birthday, Graduation, Anniversary, Retirement, Engagement, Wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Bon Voyage and more…

For your next corporate or private event, let Barbara add that extra, unforgettable element to your celebration.

Caricatures by Barbara Pikus | 503.238.4301 | sketch@involved.com

Praise for Barbara’s Caricatures
“We have worked with Barbara Pikus for at least 10 years and have always been extremely pleased with her talent and work ethic. Clients love her because she brings out the best of people in her drawings. We love Barbara as she is not only gifted and dependable, but her attention to detail and people skills are always appreciated. She can be relied upon to consistently deliver a high quality performance. We recommend Barbara whenever the opportunity presents itself!” – Mike Winkle, Celebration Music & Events

Seventh Mountain Resort has long been a destination for generations of brides and grooms, families, business and organized groups, and for those looking for an incomparable adventure. Bring your event here and it will be completely taken care of, from accommodations to appetizers and everything in between.

Take advantage of our special offer: Book a meeting for 2012 with 10 rooms per night or more and receive:

Complimentary meeting space with no set up fees (based on f&b minimum)
Complimentary basic AV packages
10% discount on banquet food and beverage
Complimentary 1 hour registration social
Complimentary ice skating or mini golf for conference attendees

Call Liz Taylor at 866-976-4335 or fill out our online RFP at www.seventhmountain.com/?NCK=bravo

Enjoy a special deal this Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday at Sunset Lanes!

Two games, shoes and a $5 arcade card for only $10!

Kids 14 years and under, visit Sunset Lanes on Martin Luther King, Jr. day from 9am to 6pm for a deal that can’t be beat!  Receive two games, your shoe rental and a $5 arcade card for only $10 per person.  All you have to do is click the link below for the coupon, print, and present to redeem.  Each coupon is good for up to four bowlers.

Click here to print this amazing deal!

Visit sunsetlanes.com for more details!

Sunset Lanes – 12770 SW Walker Road – Beaverton, OR 97005 - 503-646-1116

Windrose Conference & Meeting Center prices will be going up on March 1, 2012.  Get in on a great opportunity right now to save some money!  Whether it be a wedding, event, corporate meeting/retreat, you can save some significant money by booking now, prior to March 1, and have the event anytime in the future.  Book as many meetings as you want, have that perfect, more intimate wedding you always wanted, and you will receive a sizeable discount, as long as you book the reservation prior to March 1, 2012.  Go to www.windrosecenter.com or call Lynn at 503-701-7273 for more information or to book your event.

About Windrose Conference & Meeting Center

Located just 25 miles from Portland or Salem in the heart of Oregon wine country, Windrose has gorgeous facilities and would be a perfect setting for your business meeting or smaller and more intimate wedding. It has a European flair with a touch of wine country flavor.

Outside boasts a large brick courtyard surrounded by flowers that can seat 70 people and is perfect for weddings, receptions, wine and hors d’oeuvre functions. The smaller courtyard has a water fountain and can be used as the bar area or for socializing. The back lawn area overlooks the canyon and creek and the ceremony site has an arbor on Italian stamped concrete. Inside has the feel of an old English library, with 2 fireplaces, kitchenette, reception area, and meeting space for up to 50 people. Windrose has an exclusive use policy, which means they cater to only one group at a time and you have use of the entire facility and grounds.

Windrose is available for weddings any day of the week and bookings are confirmed with a deposit and signed agreement. Ample free parking is provided. Tours are encouraged so you can see all that Windrose has to offer.

The new year is around the corner. The event industry often takes nods from runway fashion, the entertainment industry, and pop culture as it formulates ideas for future events. Here is The Event Guys’ list of top 5 trends to incorporate in your upcoming events.

5. Bling
Bling continues to take many forms in events, from sequin table coverings to rentable chandeliers, look for ways to bring bold cool tones to your table scapes.

4. Swag
Swag is going beyond the throw away pens and one use book lights. Think about branding your event with something people will use year-round. Popular choices are branded iPhone chargers, backpacks or first aid kits.

3. Ditch the Speaker!
Instead of the old model of one person talking in front of hundreds from a one-way communication road, expect more round table events. Think informal meet ups instead of lectures, and other ways that gatherings can be more interactive and less static.

2. Go Green!
Not the color.Think about using technology to save paper: Electronic contracts with digital signatures, Seating plans using peferct tableplan, digital brochures, and even follow-up correspondence using electronic surveys after the event to track the success of your event.

1. Get Social!
The trend to go social will mushroom in 2012. It is no longer an option for events to embrace social media practices, but a necessity. From QR Codes at conventions to Twitter Hashtags at conferences, it is important to understand and embrace the ins and outs of our digital world in order to offer your attendees the breadth and depth of social media.

Click Here to read the full article by The Event Guys

Want to ring in the New Year with an experience you’ll never forget?!?! Join Pronghorn Club in Bend for Dinner, the Party and the Night!

~ Call 541-693-5300 to Book ~ $299 per couple for Dinner, Party & a Room!

Already have plans for dinner? Then join Pronghorn after for the best Party in town and stay the night! $199 per couple. Includes over night accommodations in a Junior Suite and 2 entrance tickets to the party.

6-9pm Dinner Service (reservations required), Prix Fixe Menu at $50 pp or Ala Cart If guests dine with us, $10 discount on party price – 9pm: last seating.

8:30-12:30am Party in the Clubhouse $60 per person Out of the Blue Band, Appetizers included, 2 drinks included, Party hats, noisemakers and streamers for everyone. If guests dine with Pronghorn, $10 discount on party price.

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY AT PURE SPACE & RECEIVE FREE HOLIDAY EVENT RENTALS & DECOR

An Urban Winter Wonderland Awaits On The Pure Space Mezzanine…

$1,500 HOLIDAY PACKAGE

3,000 Square Foot Urban Venue
Pre-Set Holiday Decor
Tables, Chairs & Linens For Up To 200 Guests
Perfect for cocktail receptions. Contact us for larger parties.
Food & Beverage package available, or let us suggest one of our favorite caterers.
Offer available through 1/15/2012.

RESERVATIONS:
info@purespaceportland.com
503.294.0412
www.purespaceportland.com