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By Mary Pellegrini
The Aebleskiver is a traditional Danish dessert kind of like doughnut holes only sweeter. The Aebleskiver is cooked in a cast iron pan that resembles an egg poacher. A symbol of community and hospitality, they are very popular at Scandinavian charity and open-air events. And well received at the Old Parkdale Inn breakfast table, located in one of the … Continue reading “Aebleskivers at the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast”
By Mary Pellegrini
It’s certainly not too early to start planning your Oregon vacation that should involve chasing waterfalls. Latourell Falls – A Columbia River Highway Waterfall Latourell Falls is usually the first waterfall seen along the Columbia Gorge Scenic Highway. The falls plunge 224 feet over a massive wall of columnar basalt, some of the best formations … Continue reading “Latourell Falls – A Columbia River Highway Waterfall”
By Mary Pellegrini
What would you do if you only had 36 hours near Parkdale, Oregon? See? Eat? Where would you stay? Of course you’ll want to make a reservation at the Old Parkdale Inn so as to make the absolute most of your 36 hours in the Upper Hood River Valley Where to Eat Lunch in Parkdale … Continue reading “36 HOURS IN Parkdale, Oregon – WHAT TO SEE, DO, EAT AND WHERE TO STAY”
By Mary Pellegrini
Mt. Hood, rising 11,240′ into the bluebird sky, is crowned by eleven glaciers. It’s home to three ski areas, making it a great destination for skiing, even during the spring and summer months. And there is no shortage of hiking or biking options in the Mt Hood National Forest. It is possible to enjoy stunning … Continue reading “Mt. Hood ~ One of the 7 Wonders of Oregon”
By Mary Pellegrini
Looking for an Oregon Bucket List? There’s no shortage of things to do in Oregon! How many of these authentic Oregon experiences can you cross off your list while you’re here? These are but a few you can cross off right here near the Old Parkdale Inn Put your feet in the ruts left by …
By Mary Pellegrini
Little Multnomah Falls is just upstream from its bigger, and slightly more famous sibling Multnomah Falls but stunning in its simple beauty. Multnomah Creek traverses a flat shelf to create 15 foot Little Multnomah Falls, seen from the viewing platform above Multnomah Falls, before leveling off and plunging over the basalt edge into the Columbia … Continue reading “Little Multnomah Falls and Waterfall Wednesday in Oregon”