We’re in a recession. You know it. I know it. I’ve heard people arguing about whether this is simply a recession or whether it’s turning into a full-blown depression. An argument in favor of this becoming a depression: the number of people who are in need of food assistance is growing at a frightening rate. There was a statewide 15% increase in distribution of emergency food last year. Food banks are having a very difficult time keeping up with this need.

If you are feeling comfortable with your food security, consider making a donation to an organization that provides food to others. On Monday, April 27, 2009, the Taste of the Nation culinary event is coming to Portland.

Taste of the Nation is a campaign to end hunger across the US. Proceeds from ticket sales go to local agencies that distribute food to those who need it. Portland’s beneficiaries are Oregon Food Bank, Oregon Hunger Relief Task Force, Klamath-Lake Counties Food Bank, and St. Vincent de Paul Food Recovery Program. It’s an unusual opportunity to indulge in some of the best food, wine, beer, and cocktails that local restaurants, wineries, breweries, and bars have to offer, while making a donation to help feed the community. Since 1988, the Portland Taste of the Nation has raised over $1.2 million.

More than 50 chefs and restaurants will contribute to the evening. The line-up of tastes includes:
Paley’s Place
The Country Cat
Firehouse
Andina
Baker & Spice
East India Company,
DOC,
FlavourSpot
Carabella Winery
Elk Cove Vineyard
Foris Winery
Argyle Winery

Tickets are available here or at New Seasons. Or call 1-877-26TASTE.

LUXE ticket entrance at 5:00 pm — $200
VIP entrance at 5:30 pm — $125
General Admission at 6:30pm — $75

LUXE Autohaus
410 NE 17th Ave
Portland, OR 97232

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