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Irresistible Eastern & European Edibles i r JH F •X (W Gustav’s Bier Stube Thai Chef 12605 SE 97th Ave. Clackamas, Ore. 97015 503-653-1391 2262 Molalla Ave. Oregon City, Ore. 97045 503-656-3020 Folks, I’ve found it. A little piece of authentic Thailand right here in Oregon City. It’s on Molalla Avenue, right before the South Gaffney intersection. For those of us who don’t use street signs, it's across the street from Burgerville on one side, and the Wichita* Bar & Grill on the other. Walking through those doors, you almost feel like you really did just walk into Thailand. The room is small, but the soft reds and yellows make it so comfortable you almost don’t even realize it. The service is wonderful; they are ready and waiting to take care of you the minute you walk in. The menu is extensive. They’ve got spring rolls, noodle plates, soups and specialties. And you can eat at least some of the curry without crying for a pitcher of water. Their prices are good, you definitely get what you pay for. They range from the everyday $5 spring roll appetizers, to a special $15 seafood plate. The majority of the large menu is in the $10 to $13 range. In my opinion, the prices are worth it. I know, why would you go pay $10 in a little restaurant when you might not even be sure what you’re getting? I’ll tell you. First, because you can feed two people with that one $10 plate. Those huge por tions are so filling. Second, because the food is fresh, warm, home-cooked, and the flavors are overwhelm- Some of the food is a little different than what w e’re used to compared to American food. But hey, this is Thailand, not Panda Express. L www.gustavs.net Guten Tag! Willkommen in Deutschland! Well, more like “Welcome to Clackamas!” I recently went out to din ner at Gustav’s Bier Stube in Clackamas, located right off of I-205. It is a wonderful German restaurant that serves a very authentic German cuisine. Gustav’s menu is full of delicious German food, all the way from Schnitzel to Spätzle. They also offer American food for those not so daring. The at mosphere in Gustav's makes you feel as though you are in a restaurant right in the middle of Germany. Many of the entrees are served with vegetables that are currently in season. Gustav’s offers seven dif ferent menus: the sharing menu, beer menu, children’s menu, happy hour, dessert and cocktails. The prices range from approximately $10 to $20 for an entree. A great time to go to Gustav’s is during happy hour which is everyday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., and then from 9 p.m. to closing. That way you can save some money and still enjoy a delicious meal. A help ful tip is to make reservations two hours in advance if you are planning on going there for dinner after 6 p.m. When I went there for din ner I chose a very German en tree, the Jägerschnitzel. This entree is available with either chicken or veal. I went with the chicken which was breaded and then covered in a very delicious paprika sauce with sauteed mushrooms. It also comes with a choice of either mashed potatoes or Spätzle. I chose the creamy Spätzle Which was so mouth-watering hcteticious. If you are ever in the mood for a perfectly proportionate and traditional German food, then Gustav’s is the place to go. You won’t be let down with the true Germany feeling you get when you walk in the door and under the huge cowbells. H annah 'Ditc/iaWAth cnutfty Robb IS IMAGE EVERYTHING? I The University for Grown-ups Il I 1^| MARYLHURST UNIVERSITY You. Unlimited. Explore how media in all forms affect not only how we view the world, but how we shape it. Learn the power of media, and how you can use that power to become a participant of change. B.A. in Media & Film Studies: Accepting applications now for spring and fall terms www.marylhurst.edu/image 17600 Pacific Highway [Hwy. 431-10 miles south of Portland served with no charge be fore the meal. The service is of ex ceptional quality and when asked questions about the menu, the waitress was very knowledgeable and able to give helpful informa tion about their family-style (large, sharable portions) Take your taste buds on an adventure they won’t soon forget! If you’re new to Indian cuisine, Ñamaste, a uniquely atmospheric, affordable Indi an buffet offering up plenty of palatable goodies, is certainly a good introduction. Ñamaste gives you the opportunity to try a bunch of different foods and really get to experience the flavors of India. Personal favorites are the palak paneer, a delicious medley of pureed spinach, mildly spicy curry with chunks of paneer (fresh homemade cheese set with an acid, such as lemon or lime). Chicken pakora, strips of chicken deep fried in chickpea batter with green chilies, chilli powder, yogurt and lime juice. Fish pa kora, same as the aforemen tioned fritter but with chunks of flaky halibut replacing the chicken. Lamb jalfrezi, cubes of lamb steak-in a curry and a meal with your family, and with their generous portions, you may even have enough leftovers for the next day. I then moved on to try some of the other plates on the table; it’s definitely a place to share bits of every one’s order across the table than have one plate of the same thing to eat for your self. The appetizers are de licious I especially enjoyed the Chicken Lettuce Wraps. I ordered Sesame Chick en, sauteed sliced chicken with caramel sweet and spicy sauce over white rice noodles. The chicken com plemented the white rice noodles very well, and com bined together in one bite made the feast really pleas ing. There was a twinge of spice to the dish which add ed to the unique flavor. Paying for your meal will be of the average pricing range for a sit down restau rant. Since they provide very large portions their prices are pretty exceptional. Dinners range from $9 to $11, and lunches range from $5 to $7. When you fill up from your meal and still have left overs for the next day, the price becomes well worth it. Come dine in af Pine Garden for a pleasant, tasteful and authentic expe rience at a reasonable price. and onions. Navaratan Khor- ma, vegetable and nut stew in a smooth cream typically consisting of tomato sauce and / or coconut milk. For des sert, the kheer, rice pudding in heavy cream with almonds, cashews and pistachios; and halwa; a mildly sweet con fection made of whole wheat flour, cashews and almonds. Additionally, no trip would be complete without trying a cone of their homemade man go ice cream. The absolute best part of a trip to Ñamaste is the naan, a delicious leavened flatbread that’s perfect for soaking up the remainder of sauces from a dish. It is almost always fresh and is the perfect com pliment to any meal. The wait staff are prompt and courteous, making sure that none of the selections in the buffet linger for too long, and are eager to meet the requests of patrons. They also offer a wide selection of beer and liquors available on request. There is also a spa cious lounge and a banquet hall that can be rented for large events. Overall, Ñamaste is a great place to get a filling lunch or dinner of wholesome Indian fare. Whether by your self or with a huge group, Ñamaste can accommodate your needs. I 503.699.6268 Taylor Oòi&b _______________ 9 Ch'eia
