The quest for the perfect internship

Posted on September 25, 2011 by in Misadventures In Portland, Perspectives

Amanda Pleau is on a quest.

In my first Misadventures column, I had no idea what my major was or when I’d graduate. I would tell people that my major was self-designed and called “not sucking at life.” Now I’m a senior majoring …

Local Top 5: Portland Nightlife Staples

Posted on September 02, 2011 by in Arts & Culture

Portland is home to a number of bars, restaurants and music venues that give the city of a personality of its own.

1.) Sangillo’s: Sangillo’s is Portland’s quintessential neighborhood bar. The clientele ranges from lifelong Munjoy Hill residents to artsy young people from the nearby colleges — some patrons are boisterous and friendly, others keep to themselves. But there are two …

Local Top Five: Breakfasts for the morning after

Posted on June 10, 2011 by in Arts & Culture

Fresh fruits are a great addition to summer breakfasts

1.) The Front Room: This Munjoy Hill establishment has the best Bloody Mary’s in town, hands down. You could practically make a salad with all the garnishes. Thick sliced bacon and real maple syrup do their …

Pleau: My own private project runway

Posted on May 01, 2011 by in Misadventures In Portland

Amanda Pleau is hitting the runway for WMPG’s annual charity fashion show. But first, she’ll be hitting the gym and watching her calories.

Local Top Five: Bagels

Posted on April 29, 2011 by in Arts & Culture

Portland has many hidden gems for bagel connoisseurs

1.) Rosemont Market and Bakery, Sea Salt Bagel: These are not New York bagels. But baked fresh every day, they are fluffier and lighter, softer on the outside and every bit as satisfying. For only …

My state-sponsored shopping cart

Posted on April 18, 2011 by in Perspectives

FDR Memorial in Washington, D.C.

As a broke student, Amanda Pleau decided to apply for food stamps. Now she’s grappling with the stigma of going on welfare.

Deciphering Bieber-mania with ‘Never Say Never’

Posted on March 13, 2011 by in Arts & Culture, Movie Reviews

I had never even heard a Justin Bieber song from beginning to end. I had heard a lot about him and his haircut, but I’m not in middle school, and I don’t subscribe to Teen Beat.

Ventures into the blogosphere

Posted on March 07, 2011 by in Misadventures In Portland

My blog nearly ruined a date once, along with an Emmy-winning cinematographer overeager to protect his reputation.
We were having the standard “getting to know you” conversation over an afternoon pizza. My blog was about to be …

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