Here’s a playful look at all the little (and big) things that make Portland feel like it’s on a slightly different wavelength from its northern neighbor. Seattleites might nod along to a few, but most will raise an eyebrow and ask follow-up questions over a meticulously brewed pour-over.
From unpaved traditions to hyper-local obsessions, Portland’s quirks are as stubborn as they are charming. Consider this a field guide for crossing the Columbia with curiosity—and a willingness to embrace the weird. No judgments, just observations from one rain-loving corner of the Northwest to another.
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