The Pearl magazine is the official publication of the Pearl District Business Association, a non-profit organization with the mission to promote the Pearl District as the region’s premier destination for shopping, dining, art, and living. The print version of The Pearl magazine is published quarterly by SagaCity Media on behalf of the PDBA. Want to advertise in print or online? Download the Media Kit.
The Pearl Magazine
Spring 2019
The vast majority of the neighborhood’s fitness studios have been established by female entrepreneurs – Women in Wellness
Check out the Pearl District’s most celebrated restaurants helmed by women – Heads of the Class
Leading Role – 5 questions with Marissa Wolf, the new artistic director of Portland Center Stage
Laurie Mills, of California Closets, solves elaborate puzzles, one closet at a time – Space Engineer
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Spring 2019
The Pearl Magazine
Winter 2018
The Annual Pearl District Holiday Gift Guide – Healthy, Wealthy & Wise
The fantastic one-of-a-kind designs of footwear visionary, John Fluevog – One Step Ahead
Oblation Papers & Press celebrates 20 years in the Pearl – Pulp Romance
Get your day off to a great start with breakfast at these four diverse—and delicious—eateries – Rise and Shine
An effective remedy for aches and pains, Rolfing can set you straight. – The War on Gravity
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The Pearl – Fall 2018
The Pearl Magazine
Fall 2018
The Pearl’s three stylish hotels want guests and locals to stop by, hang out, and relax in their living room–inspired common spaces. – Home Away From Home
Hard work and determination have led Erica Swanson, the owner of a fast-growing Portland tea empire to realize her dreams in the Pearl. – Steeped in Success
Three lauded breweries—Von Ebert (formerly Fat Head’s), Rogue, and BridgePort—have recently upped their games. – Tap Recital
Legendary developer John Carroll’s newest apartment project, the Dianne – Master Builder
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The Pearl – Fall 2018
The Pearl Magazine
Summer 2018
Emerald parks, dapper dining, and shops bursting with warm-weather fashion and gear—our favorite ways to celebrate the season – 25 Reasons to Love Summer
One of the Pearl’s longest-running enterprises continues to thrive – Pressed to Last
A new neighborhood trattoria offers refined Tuscan dining among friends– Family Style
A guide to the Pearl’s boardwalk empire – Walk this Way
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The Pearl – Summer 2018
The Pearl Magazine
Spring 2018
For former NFL quarterback Joey Harrington, life after football has inspired a new mission to find the state’s next great leaders—and to keep them thriving in Oregon – In the Zone
Sophisticated food and drink intersect with a convivial neighborhood vibe at Tanner Creek Tavern and Pearl Tavern – A Tale of Two Taverns
Portland’s unique HQ for strategy and development can help you realize your full business potential – Game Theory
The neighborhood’s largest green space is more than just a lush, verdant lawn. See all that the Fields Park has to offer – Field Guide
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The Pearl – Spring 2018
The Pearl Magazine
Winter 2017
The Pearl’s Winter Gift Guide makes choosing a gift as easy as playing Rock, Paper, Scissors
Thousands of folks enjoy their midday meals in the Pearl District’s cheery cafés and sophisticated bistros. Here’s a look at eight of the greats – Out to Lunch
Pearl MedSpa’s passionate commitment to self-care and community well-being – Beyond Beautiful
A museum devoted to Jewish heritage in Oregon offers hope and understanding for us all – Common Ground
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The Pearl – Winter 2017
The Pearl Magazine
Fall 2017
A culinary gem in Barcelona has opened a stunning spinoff in the Pearl – Spanish Class
Sewing the Magic Behind Portland Center Stage – Seams True
Heatseekers, rejoice! We’ve found four local dishes that’ll make your mouth—and eyes—water – Spice Pearls
Up your style game this fall with these must-have accessories – Autumn Accents
Ever wonder what it’s like to escape from the frenetic pace of your day and relax for a while inside a soundproof float suite? We found the answer at Enso Float – Cloud Nine
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The Pearl – Fall 2017
The Pearl Magazine
Summer 2017
The irreverent, community-minded force behind the lovably raffish River Pig Saloon – Keeper of the Bar
The Pearl’s cheerful destination for authentic Vietnamese fare owes its success to hard work, courage, and just a touch of good luck – Pho Real
To help inspire your next dinner gathering, we created this sumptuous feast at stunning NV Portland – Rooftop Repast
A cool new way to reduce pain and elevate your mood – Freeze Frame
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The Pearl – Summer 2017
The Pearl Magazine
Spring 2017
A pair of creative spirits team up to create the ultimate artists’ retreat in the Pearl’s dramatic new Cosmopolitan – Cosmo with a Twist
Domov I.D.’s Stefan Krupelak avoids trends, embraces texture, and emboldens clients – Style Czech
The joy of discovering wines you never knew you loved – Grape Finds
A guide to design services and showrooms in the Pearl District – Inside Resources
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The Pearl – Spring 2017
The Pearl Magazine
Winter 2016
We crisscrossed the Pearl District (more than once) in search of stylish, distinctive goods in all shapes and sizes for our annual Winter Gift Guide – The Art of Giving
With a warm, handsome interior that strikes a pleasing balance between intimacy and expansiveness, Brix Tavern sets a welcoming mood– Brix & Mortar
Urban living in a small loft for two adults, two kids, and a dog: It’s a perfect fit for the Dolan family – Modern Family
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The Pearl – Winter 2016
The Pearl Magazine
Fall 2016
Local stylist Scarlet Chamberlin sorts through her clients’ closets, takes them to discerning boutiques, and ultimately empowers them to look—and feel—their best – Urbane Renewal
Sophisticated dining, smooth jazz, and the old-world charm of Union Station keep Wilfs on the right track – Soul Train
Effortless Movement accommodates just six students at a time—it feels as though you’re doing Pilates in someone’s comfy living room – E for Effort
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The Pearl – Fall 2016
The Pearl Magazine
Summer 2016
¡Oba!’s talented and amiable new chef, Luis Contreras ups the restaurant’s wow factor with scratch-prepared Northwest-influenced Latin food – Latin Pop
Our Summer Guide to Outdoor Dining and Drinking in the Pearl District – some of the top outdoor tables in the neighborhood – Alfresco
Bruce Stephenson, professor of environmental studies and an urban planner at Rollins College, considers the Pearl an exemplary mixed-use neighborhood – Urban Ideal
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The Pearl – Summer 2016
The Pearl Magazine
Spring 2016
A Pearl condo owner transitions from suburban living and takes on an ambitious remodel, with a trusty canine companion by her side –
Begin Again
Situate these bright, vibrantly patterned rugs and housewares in rooms that could use a splash of color or pizazz –
Dramatic Luxury Design
Camaraderie among employees and guests, a stellar bar program, and artful Southern-accented American fare come together seamlessly at an urbane neighborhood gem –
Heart & Soul
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The Pearl – Spring 2016
The Pearl Magazine
Winter 2015
One coffee roaster’s journey from coffee ennui to bean devotion – Brewed Awakening
Four Pearl district coffee and tea shops to warm your soul on a brisk Winter day – Café Cozy
We’ve scoured the neighborhood this year in search of memorable gifts that suit a variety of occasions, from holiday get-togethers to Valentine’s Day celebrations – 2015 Holiday Gift Guide
The Pearl’s culinary and cultural embassy to Peru celebrates 12 years – Family Affair
The Pearl Magazine
Fall 2015
Considering mental illness through the eyes of artists –
Art on the Mind
A new neighborhood trattoria introduces Portlanders to the cuisine of Italy’s iconic island –
Sicilian Story
Five Questions with Tito Chowdhury, founder of the exciting FashioNXT Show –
Fashion Futures
Eight local shops on our fall fashion radar –
Boutique Chic
The Pearl Magazine
Summer 2015
Meet the Team Behind The Pearl’s Hip Pizzeria–
Oven & Shaker
Prem Group Sets the Standard for eco-conscious practices –
LEEDING the Way
Four cocktails that will put you in a Summer state of Mind –
Summer Mixers
Mutual Mentoring Among Wellness Entrepeneurs –
Helping Hands
The Pearl Magazine
Spring 2015
Suite Harmony –
Grand Designs
Perfect Picnic Supplies –
Picnic Prep
Looking Back: A Neighborhood Remembrance –
Plot Twists
REI’s Global Getaways –
Into the Wild
The Pearl Magazine
Winter 2014
Gift the Season –
Shop the Pearl for the Holidays
Inside the New Cosmopolitan Tower –
Vertical Horizon
Most Valuable Sports Bars –
Game On
Hip Hotels –
Sleeping Beauties
The Pearl Magazine
Fall 2014
Fall Fashion –
Coutured Pearl
Blue Hour’s New Chef –
Rhapsody in Bluehour
Portland’s Coolest Co-Working Space –
Work this Way
Keeping Your Fall Fitness Goals –
The Burn and The Bar