Faking It: Gourmet Foods to Go

by mmorley2 - 0 Reviews - 123 Lists

Updated: August 11, 2008

So you don't look like Giada, and you certainly can't cook like her. No biggie--unless you're hosting a gourmet dinner party for your friends. Fortunately, in this town you can fake your culinary prowess. Just head to one of these markets for gourmet take-out to fool your friends into thinking you slaved the day away in the kitchen.

Gourmet To-Go

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Elephants Delicatessen
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    115 NW 22nd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

    Well-heeled residents flock to this neighborhood delicatessen and bakery for all manner of gourmet fixings.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Foster & Dobbs Authentic Foods
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    2518 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97212 (map)

    Head here for appetizer and party fare like salami and rich cheeses, and for plentiful sauces and condiments to help everyday dishes wow.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Zupan's Markets
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    2340 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

    This modern market packs a plethora of culinary gems in their eye-catching deli cases.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Portland Farmers' Market
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    1001 SE Water Ave Ste 455, Portland, OR 97214 (map)

    Grab everything from fresh Viande pate and a baguette for appetizers to prepared desserts at Portland's most popular outdoor market from April through December.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Whole Foods Market
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    1210 NW Couch St, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

    Taste treats from this urban grocer's multiple sampling stations, then purchase your favorites to "prepare" at home.

  6. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Pastaworks
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    3735 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214 (map)

    Make a meal from the eye-catching side dishes and fresh pastas at this European style market.

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