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Always ristretto looking for the best hikes, the most delicious bites, the tastiest beer and my beloved coffee. I love finding new experiences and sharing them to entice others ristretto to come and see why I love it here! You may find me exploring beyond but I always come home to Oregon!
When ristretto I first walked in to Ristretto on Couch today, I expected to see some huge piece of machinery laden with copper and metal and tubes going everywhere.  Perhaps I'd see some dials and switches and a crazy piece of art that in my mind exudes ristretto "steampunk!" What I saw was a very demure, 'off to the side' piece of equipment with glass canisters bubbling with water and steam. A siphon brewing method similar to a French press, the Steampunk is cleaner, faster and way more interesting to watch in my opinion.  I've added a link HERE so you can see a video on how this contraption works.  My initial question to the Barista ristretto was how much oil gets left in the coffee once it's brewed.  I was informed that just like a French press, oil is present because no paper filters are being used.  A delicious cup of coffee but for sure a treat especially if you are watching your cholesterol.  Just like all delicious things in life... it's all about moderation.
After hearing about Ristretto from my niece who doesn't even live in Portland I might add, I had to head over to their Nicolai location.  That was several weeks ago.  Located inside the Schoolhouse Electric Building in N Portland, this location is kind of out of the way if you don't know about it however, if you are looking for a delicious cup of coffee or for new and vintage items, high class junk, interesting books, lamps and lighting, as well as cooking supplies, this is the place! ristretto  Definitely worth the short drive and a cool place to take someone new to Portland or just visiting. By the way... Ristretto has limited pastries but what they offer is tasty.  So far, I have really enjoyed the Figgy Buckwheat Scone and the Shortbread with my coffee.
Looking for a unique and delicious cup of coffee, check out the Steampunk at Ristretto on Couch and let me know what you think.  I really enjoyed both the Couch and Nicolai locations and will be checking out the Williams location soon!
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You can find me on a new hiking trail or an old one for that matter, on the back of a black mare riding through the vineyards in wine country, in a pub just about anywhere enjoying a delicious Oregon microbrew ristretto or on a city trek in Portland, my home! I am also a Travel Oregon AskOR Expert! Ask me about Oregon or go to www.traveloregon.com to find an expert in the region you want to visit!
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debbie lusk Portland, Oregon, United States California born but I was always supposed to be here in Oregon! My home for over five years, I will never leave. I love sharing my experiences and offering itineraries to folks visiting Oregon and in particular our gorgeous Willamette Valley and my love... Portland, my new home town! View my complete profile