A Guide to Patio Season in Oregon
June 10, 2026 – Patio season in Oregon feels a little different than it does in most places. Maybe it’s because we spend so much of the year waiting for it. The first warm days of summer have a way of changing everything. Dinner plans become patio plans. One drink turns into two. People linger… Learn More A Guide to Patio Season in Oregon
The Paws Behind the Cause
June 1, 2026 – This June, we’re raising a glass to the underdogs. For our June Cocktail for a Cause, every featured drink sold throughout the month will support Oregon Humane’s work caring for animals, supporting families, and creating second chances for pets in need. It’s a cause that’s close to our hearts. Over the… Learn More The Paws Behind the Cause
Your Excuse to Drink Oregon Wine
May 1, 2026 – If you needed a reason to drink more Oregon wine, here it is. May is Oregon Wine Month, a statewide celebration of the wineries, vineyards, and people behind some of the best wine in the world. It’s all about discovering local wines, learning the stories behind them, and enjoying a really… Learn More Your Excuse to Drink Oregon Wine
When Life Gives You Lemons… We Make Spring Specials
March 18, 2026 – After months of comfort food and Oregon’s famously moody skies, spring has finally sprung. We’re celebrating the season by bringing bright, bold flavors to the table, featuring the humble lemon. In Italy, lemons are practically a cultural icon. From the famous groves along the Amalfi Coast to tiny hillside villages where… Learn More When Life Gives You Lemons… We Make Spring Specials
Pasta Is Our Love Language
Feb 13, 2026 – We’ve all heard about love languages. Words of affirmation. Quality time. Gift-giving. At Pastini, ours are pasta, cocktails (or wine), and dessert, in that order. For one delicious weekend only, we’re celebrating Valentine’s (and Galentine’s) with a limited-time menu made for date nights, girls’ nights, and anyone who just really loves… Learn More Pasta Is Our Love Language
A Pear-fect Winter Menu at Pastini
December 16, 2025 – Winter has officially arrived at Pastini and we’re celebrating with a menu that is warm, comforting and a little festive. From spicy pastas to cozy cocktails to a dreamy seasonal dessert, our new winter specials are here to brighten chilly days and long nights in Oregon. Pasta: Rigatoni Diavola Say hello… Learn More A Pear-fect Winter Menu at Pastini
Holiday Gifting Made Easy (and Tasty!)
Nov 14, 2025 – The holidays are officially here, and Pastini’s favorite gift card deal is back. Now through December 31, when you buy $100 in Pastini gift cards, you’ll receive a $25 bonus card to enjoy in 2026. It’s festive, simple, and the easiest way to treat everyone on your list (including yourself). … Learn More Holiday Gifting Made Easy (and Tasty!)
Honoring Our Veterans
November 7, 2025 – At Pastini, Veterans Day isn’t just another date on the calendar. It’s a tradition that fills our restaurants (and hearts) with gratitude. For fifteen years, our team, guests, and community have come together to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans and active-duty military members in a way that feels true… Learn More Honoring Our Veterans
Fallin’ for Pastini
September 16, 2025 – Ah, fall in Oregon: one day it’s crisp and sunny, the next it’s sideways rain and you’re wishing you’d stashed an emergency raincoat in your car. But no matter what the forecast, one thing’s for sure – it’s officially comfort food season. And we’re here for it. That’s exactly what we’re… Learn More Fallin’ for Pastini
Sip for a Cause This September
Sept 1, 2025 – This September, Pastini is raising a glass (and raising funds) to fight hunger in Oregon. In honor of Hunger Action Month, we’re launching Cocktail for a Cause, a new month-long program where a featured cocktail benefits a local nonprofit making a difference in our communities. For our debut month, we’ve crafted… Learn More Sip for a Cause This September
The Berry Best of Summer is Here
June 17, 2025 – There’s nothing quite like summer in Oregon. The days are longer, the evenings are golden, and local produce is at its peak (hello, berry season!). This is the season we’ve all been waiting for, and our new summer menu is here to celebrate everything we love about the PNW this time… Learn More The Berry Best of Summer is Here
Raise a Glass: Celebrating Oregon Wine Month with Pike Road Wines!
May is Oregon Wine Month — the perfect excuse (as if we needed one) to sip, savor, and celebrate the incredible wines that make our state so special. This year, we’re excited to feature Pike Road Wines—the sister winery to Elk Cove Vineyards—a label full of heart, history, and true Oregon spirit. We sat down… Learn More Raise a Glass: Celebrating Oregon Wine Month with Pike Road Wines!
Spring Specials, Starring the Humble Pistachio
March 18, 2025 — Spring has officially arrived, and with it come longer days, blooming flowers, and a fresh new menu at Pastini! There’s just something about this time of year that makes everything feel a little lighter, a little brighter, and—if you ask us—a lot more delicious. And what better way to celebrate the… Learn More Spring Specials, Starring the Humble Pistachio
Meatball Madness: A Month-Long Celebration of the Meatball
Feb 28, 2025 – National Meatball Day may fall on March 9th, but this year, we’re celebrating all month long with Meatball Madness at Pastini! We invite you to indulge in this Italian favorite, one of Pastini’s most beloved recipes. A Delicious Way to Earn Rewards Here’s how it works: Pick up a Meatball Madness… Learn More Meatball Madness: A Month-Long Celebration of the Meatball
Love at First Bite!
Feb 7, 2025 – At Pastini, we’re celebrating Valentine’s weekend with a special menu crafted to steal your heart. What says “romance” better than lobster and champagne? This luxurious dish features tender lobster and creamy ricotta wrapped in delicate cannelloni, smothered in a velvety champagne-infused béchamel sauce. It’s then layered over our housemade marinara, baked… Learn More Love at First Bite!
Chase Away the Chill with Winter Specials
January 13, 2025 – Winter has arrived, bringing crisp air, cozy nights, and the perfect excuse to indulge in hearty, soul-warming meals. At Pastini, we’re celebrating the season with new specials crafted to delight your taste buds and chase away the chill. And what better way to fight the cold than with our winter pasta,… Learn More Chase Away the Chill with Winter Specials
The Gift That Always Fits!
Dec 2, 2024 – The holidays just got even more jolly with Pastini’s holiday gift card deal! Until December 31, for every $100 in Pastini gift cards you purchase, you’ll get a $25 voucher to use in 2025. It’s the perfect way to treat your loved ones (and yourself!) while spreading a little extra cheer… Learn More The Gift That Always Fits!
Honoring Our Veterans: Pastini’s Veterans Day Tradition Continues
Nov 7, 2024 – For the past 15 years, Veterans Day has been a special tradition at Pastini, a time to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans and active-duty military in our community. Each year, we proudly come together to appreciate and support those who have served our country. This year, we’re excited to… Learn More Honoring Our Veterans: Pastini’s Veterans Day Tradition Continues
Celebrate Pasta Season with Fall Specials at Pastini
Sept 27, 2024 – As the crisp autumn air settles in, there’s no better time to try the flavors of fall. At Pastini, we’re excited to share our latest seasonal creation: Rigatoni with Porchetta & Sage Cream. Drawing inspiration from traditional Italian cuisine, this dish embodies the season with hearty, comforting flavors—just right for those… Learn More Celebrate Pasta Season with Fall Specials at Pastini
Cheers to 24 Years
Since 2001, we’ve been serving up scratch-made Italian recipes, sharing our love for the simple pleasure of pasta and wine. In October, we celebrate 24 years! Join us for a special photo contest on Instagram Oct 1-31 by sharing your best Pastini photo to enter to win weekly raffles, including… Learn More Cheers to 24 Years
Pastini’s 23rd Anniversary: Celebrate with Us!
This contest has now closed. Congrats to our grand prize winner @connieeewilson and thank you to everyone who participated this month. It’s your support and love of our restaurants that has kept us going strong for 23 years and counting! Since 2001, we’ve been serving up scratch-made Italian recipes, sharing our love… Learn More Pastini’s 23rd Anniversary: Celebrate with Us!
Pastathons: Supporting Local Schools
September 5, 2024 – At Pastini, we believe in the power of community. Our restaurants aren’t just places to enjoy great food—they’re where neighbors gather, connections are made, and local schools are supported. That’s why we started Pastathons in 2010, as a way to give back and stay connected to the communities we serve. And… Learn More Pastathons: Supporting Local Schools
Sizzling Summer Specials are Here!
June 28, 2024 — Summer in the Pacific Northwest is finally here—a time of vibrant colors, fresh harvests, and lazy afternoons that seem to stretch on forever. It’s a season made for gathering with friends and family, sipping cool drinks, and sharing delicious meals that celebrate the best of what nature has to offer. At… Learn More Sizzling Summer Specials are Here!
Oregon Wine Month: White / Rosé Flight Feature
May 1, 2024 – As we step into May, the time of blooming flowers, extended daylight, and warmer breezes, the buzz of Oregon’s wine scene comes alive with the promise of yet another splendid vintage. It’s a season where nature’s beauty truly shines, and what better way to revel in it than by indulging in… Learn More Oregon Wine Month: White / Rosé Flight Feature
Oregon Wine Month: Pinot Noir Flight Feature
May 1, 2024 – Ah, May in Oregon – a time when the state’s wine scene buzzes with excitement as we celebrate Oregon Wine Month. This year, we’re rolling out the red carpet (or should we say, the vineyard carpet?) for a celebration like no other! Say hello to our latest special offering: wine… Learn More Oregon Wine Month: Pinot Noir Flight Feature
Cedar Hills Grand Reopening!
Update May 27, 2024 – We’re so pleased to announce Pastini at Cedar Hills Crossing is now open! We’re serving up all your favorite Pastini dishes again in our all-new, refreshed space. Leading up to our reopening, we hosted a fundraising event for Beaverton-area schools and nonprofits that we were unable to donate to… Learn More Cedar Hills Grand Reopening!
Celebrate the Fresh Flavors of Spring at Pastini!
April 4, 2024 – Spring has sprung, bringing the freshest flavors to the table! At Pastini, we’re thrilled to showcase our spring favorites, featuring seasonal ingredients. And guess what? It’s asparagus season! Asparagus is a versatile and delicious veggie that truly shines during springtime. It’s at its freshest and most flavorful right now.… Learn More Celebrate the Fresh Flavors of Spring at Pastini!
Behind the Scenes: Making Spring Specials
March 20, 2024 – Behind the scenes in the bustling test kitchen of Pastini, we’ve always got something exciting simmering on the stove. As spring blossoms around us, Executive Chef Fabian and our culinary team are hard at work cooking up something special for spring—a dish that captures the essence of the season. As… Learn More Behind the Scenes: Making Spring Specials
Valentine’s Specials at Pastini
Feb, 9 2024 – Love is in the air, and we’re rolling out a special menu just for you and your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day season, and trust us, it’s love at first bite. Let’s talk about our new special dish, Penne alla Vodka. Legend has it that vodka sauce was born in the… Learn More Valentine’s Specials at Pastini
Introducing our Winter Pasta and Wine
Jan 16, 2024 – Celebrate the New Year with a Pastini tradition! This winter, we’re excited to introduce our seasonal special: Stuffed Shells. Imagine luscious pasta shells overflowing with a decadent blend of Italian sausage, beef and ricotta — baked to perfection in our housemade marinara, and generously topped with parmesan and fresh parsley. Eugene… Learn More Introducing our Winter Pasta and Wine
Cedar Hills Progress Update
Dec 1, 2023 – As many of you know, our Cedar Hills restaurant in Beaverton had a fire this summer, causing us to close due to extensive damage to the building roof and interior. We’ve been working hard with the insurance folks, the shopping center and contractors, but we still have a lot left to… Learn More Cedar Hills Progress Update
Fall Wine Special: Gifford Hirlinger 2018 Stateline Red
Nov 21, 2023 – Gifford Hirlinger is a small, family owned estate winery located in the heart of the Walla Walla Valley. They focus on making the best wines possible using fruit grown in their own estate vineyards. Production is small and tightly focused, since they only make wines from their own grapes. … Learn More Fall Wine Special: Gifford Hirlinger 2018 Stateline Red
A Memorable Veteran’s Day
Nov 14, 2023 – This past Saturday everyone at Pastini celebrated veterans and currently serving members of the military by donating 10% of our sales that day ($6548.48) to the Returning Veteran’s Project. We also served 408 vets and service members a free entrée! The Veteran’s Day event has become a beloved tradition… Learn More A Memorable Veteran’s Day
Pastini’s Fall Special Cioppino
Oct 2, 2023 – With the seasons changing, we’re serving up a delicious fall menu! First, a traditional Italian-style seafood stew, Cioppino, made with sea scallops, prawns and whitefish in an herby tomato sauce with white wine and a hint of fennel. If you’re a seafood fan, nothing could be better for sweater weather! And, since… Learn More Pastini’s Fall Special Cioppino
Summer Pasta Special: Gnocchi with Italian Sausage and Tomato-Butter Sauce
July 10, 2023 – We have a foodie crush on gnocchi, especially since discovering how good it is with our light tomato-butter sauce. So for our summer special we started with that simple-but-delicious premise and, to make the dish even more special, we added Italian fennel sausage, lots of summery basil and a big handful… Learn More Summer Pasta Special: Gnocchi with Italian Sausage and Tomato-Butter Sauce
Oregon Wine Month
50% off All Oregon Bottles in May 2023 Prices as marked COOPER MOUNTAIN PINOT GRIS 20.5 PIKE ROAD CHARDONNAY 21 SHALLOW SEAS ROSÉ 20 ELK COVE PINOT NOIR 30 ABACELA TEMPRANILLO 26 EOLA HILLS CABERNET SAUVIGNON* 20.5 SASS PINOT NOIR 23 OWEN ROE SINISTER HAND* 24.5 GROWERS GUILD PINOT NOIR 19 *Made in OR with… Learn More Oregon Wine Month
Try the Best of Spring
April 14, 2023 – Bring on that spring feeling with Italian classics at Pastini. Try a few of our seasonal favorites and rejoice in simple ingredients perfectly brought together for recipes so much greater than the sum of their parts. Take Capellini Pomodoro, with crushed plum tomatoes and diced fresh roma tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil… Learn More Try the Best of Spring
Introducing Winter Specials
Jan 18, 2023 – This winter we have a flurry of specials to warm your heart. First, we’re serving up a crave-able cold-weather pasta: Cannelloni di Carne, comforting stuffed cannelloni filled with beef and pork, shallots and herbs, mixed with creamy besciamella sauce and blanketed with housemade marinara and mozzarella. It’s simply yum. Pair… Learn More Introducing Winter Specials
Pastini at Assistance League’s Winter Eve
Dec 7, 2022 – The Assistance League of Corvallis was back in person with this year’s Winter Eve benefit, and Pastini was so pleased to participate. The nonprofit hosted an elegant evening of shopping, delicious food & drink, raffles and a silent auction, all raising money for their mission of “serving the emotional and physical… Learn More Pastini at Assistance League’s Winter Eve
You’re Invited: Pastini’s 22nd Anniversary
Celebrate 22 Years of Pretty Darn Good Pasta with Weekly Raffles at Pastini Since we first opened our doors in 2001, we’ve shared our passion for pasta and wine, and grown to serve Portland, Corvallis, Eugene and Bend. For our 22nd anniversary, we invite you to join us in the celebration by entering one of… Learn More You’re Invited: Pastini’s 22nd Anniversary
Introducting our Fall Wine Special: Marchetti Rosso Conero
Sept 27, 2022 – Marchetti Rosso Conero (“red from Mt. Conero”) is made from Montepulciano grapes in a small region near Mt. Conero in the Marche region of Italy’s east coast, near the Adriatic. The flavor profile is classic Montepulciano plum fruit with an overlay of spiciness. Lots of fresh fruitiness is balanced with… Learn More Introducting our Fall Wine Special: Marchetti Rosso Conero
Join Pastini in Supporting Local Schools
Sept 7, 2022 – Pastini is excited to announce a new fundraising effort at all locations supporting local schools! Our fall Support Our Schools fundraiser runs Sept 12 – Oct 16. Pastini is committed to donating a portion of our sales to neighborhood elementary, middle and high schools for each location during this time (and… Learn More Join Pastini in Supporting Local Schools
Crisp Whites for Summer (and Wine Wednesday!)
Aug 15, 2022 – We’ve made a few additions to our wine list: a couple of excellent white wines just right for summer. From our friends at A to Z Wineworks, comes this lovely, delicious and easy drinking Chardonnay. A to Z does not age this wine in oak, featuring pure Chardonnay fruit flavors. The… Learn More Crisp Whites for Summer (and Wine Wednesday!)
Made from Scratch with Love
July 27, 2022 – Since we first opened our doors in 2001, Pastini has been committed to this core concept: making great food from scratch. And we believe the secret to our success is all in the sauce. From classic marinara and basil pesto to hearty Bolognese, from creamy alfredo to Caesar dressing with just… Learn More Made from Scratch with Love
Local Asparagus is in!
June 8, 2022 – Late spring at Pastini brings a special treat and one of our region’s true delicacies…delicious local asparagus from just over the border in Washington. Most of it is grown on 100 family farms near Pasco, like Snow & Sons, who provide our gorgeous green spears. Savor it in dishes like Fusilli… Learn More Local Asparagus is in!
Savor the Best of the Season
July 2, 2022 – Summer really fires up in July, and so starts the season when it’s just too hot to cook. What do you do? Pastini offers light and fresh seasonal favorites that’ll do the trick – think summery scratch-made pastas and fresh salads. Like our Farmstand Chicken Cobb, with roasted carrots, asparagus, crumbles… Learn More Savor the Best of the Season
Getting Cheesy: We’re All About Parmesan
March 16, 2022 – Cheesemakers have been making parmesan cheese – or Parmigiano-Reggiano as it’s known in Italy – for nearly 9 centuries. More about that in a bit. How is parmesan cheese made today? Nearly the same as it’s been made since day one. Parmesan starts off as skimmed cow’s milk to which starter… Learn More Getting Cheesy: We’re All About Parmesan
Ravioli: A Tradition of Celebration
Feb 7, 2022 – As our longtime Pastini guests know, we have a tradition of offering ravioli dishes for holidays like Valentine’s Day, and also as special seasonal pastas. The reason? Ravioli are quite simply very special, and have been considered a holiday and celebration dish for centuries. As long ago as the 14th century,… Learn More Ravioli: A Tradition of Celebration
A Part of Downtown Portland History
Jan 13, 2022 – In 2007 the Pastini owners were looking for a potential location in downtown Portland, and walked by the Studio Building on the corner of SW Taylor and 9th, where the first floor retail space stood empty. We knew it was a terrific location, with Schnitzer Concert Hall, the Art Museum and… Learn More A Part of Downtown Portland History
Welcome Winter
Dec 16, 2021 – I have to confess that winter is my favorite food time of the year. Not only do I get to indulge in our family’s traditional holiday dishes, but I also revisit all the hearty, stick-to-your-ribs pastas on the Pastini menu. Five Cheese Lasagna, check. Tortellini Gorgonzola, check. Spaghetti Carbonara, checkity-check. There’s… Learn More Welcome Winter
Fall Wine Special: San Polo Rubio 2019
Sept 24, 2021 – Our fall wine feature is really special… San Polo Rubio 2019 from the Montalcino region of Tuscany. It’s meant to drink young, with its bright, fresh flavors of raspberries and cherries, and a background of well-judged oak and a hint of spiciness. Here Sangiovese, the most important – and often a… Learn More Fall Wine Special: San Polo Rubio 2019
Pastini’s 20th Anniversary
Celebrate 20 Years of Pasta Passion with Weekly Raffles at Pastini Since we first opened our doors in 2001, we’ve shared our passion for pasta and wine, two of life’s most delicious pleasures. For our 20th anniversary, we invite you to join us in the celebration by entering one of our weekly raffles in October,… Learn More Pastini’s 20th Anniversary
All About Sangria
Sept 10, 2021 – Sangria is so beloved these days that it’s hard to believe that it only gained popularity here in the US in the last few decades. Where did it come from? Originally from humble roots in Spain, where grapes have been grown for centuries alongside the citrus fruits that thrive in the… Learn More All About Sangria
A Visit To Cal Farms
July 30, 2021 – When Agostino Calcagno began selling his produce in Portland in 1926, he couldn’t have known that he was starting a business that would be thriving almost 100 years in the future. But his son Ambrose had caught the farming bug and, after serving in the army in WWII, worked as… Learn More A Visit To Cal Farms
A Little Linguini History
July 20, 2021 – Linguini is sometimes given short shrift as spaghetti’s less well-known sibling, but it is as much of a pasta staple in Italy as its round relative. And, since we are featuring it in our summer special Linguini with Shrimp Scampi, we decided to take a closer look into the provenance of… Learn More A Little Linguini History
The Story of Italian Soda
June 25, 2021 – Despite its name and contrary to popular belief, Italian soda is not truly Italian. That’s right —Italian soda is not actually a product of Italy. In fact, this popular beverage originated in the United States nearly a century ago. The beloved effervescent drink was first crafted by Torani, the California-based company… Learn More The Story of Italian Soda
Preserving Pasta, Then and Now
May 14, 2021 – Although legend claims that Marco Polo introduced pasta to Italy in the 13th century, 4th century BC Etruscan tombs in central Italy show people making what appears to be pasta. This simple but inspired combination of flour and water could be preserved by drying, and was an inexpensive and wonderfully convenient… Learn More Preserving Pasta, Then and Now
Tiramisu: The Pick-Me-Up Dessert
April 16, 2021 – It’s no wonder that ‘tiramisu’ translates to “pick me up” – first introduced to Americans in the 1980s, this perky coffee-flavored confection stole the hearts of foodies from coast to coast. But unlike so many delicious desserts from Italian cuisine, tiramisu was the new kid on the block, only having… Learn More Tiramisu: The Pick-Me-Up Dessert
Spring Wine Special: Cana’s Feast “Bricco”
March 16, 2021 – We’re so happy to partner with Cana’s Feast Winery for our spring wine special beginning March 15th. The winery, located in Carlton, OR, has a unique philosophy and focuses on varietals from four great winemaking regions of the world, Italy, Bordeaux, Rhone Valley and Oregon. We are pouring one of their… Learn More Spring Wine Special: Cana’s Feast “Bricco”
National Noodle Month
March 3, 2021 – We celebrate the magic of pasta every day at Pastini, but we thought National Noodle Month would be a fitting occasion to delve deeper into the shapes and history of the noble noodle. Did you know there are about 300 different types of pasta in Italy? And while regional names are… Learn More National Noodle Month
Introducing Cocktails To Go
Feb 25, 2021 – Pastini is now offering our two most popular drinks to go, juicy, festive Sangria and our distinctive and delicious Blood Orange Margarita. Oregon restaurants have been asking the OLCC this past year to allow us to offer cocktails to go, and now we finally can! The cocktails come in a cute individual… Learn More Introducing Cocktails To Go
The Story Behind Spaghetti and Meatballs
Jan 28, 2021 – While there’s no denying the universal appeal of Spaghetti and Meatballs, the dish is not actually Italian, but was an innovation of Italian immigrants who came to America, primarily to New York City, from 1880 to 1920. The majority of these immigrants were impoverished and had only been able to afford… Learn More The Story Behind Spaghetti and Meatballs
Winter Special: Nonna’s Supper
Jan 5, 2021 – For our winter pasta special, we’ve reached back into the Pastini archives for a dish emblematic of Italian-America cooking in the early 20th century. When grandmothers (nonnas) cooked huge meals for the whole family on Sundays, melding traditional recipes like Bolognese meat sauce with American favorites like Mac ‘n Cheese. We… Learn More Winter Special: Nonna’s Supper
Pastini’s 19th Anniversary
Oct 7, 2020 – This Thursday, October 8th Pastini is celebrating a remarkable milestone…our 19th anniversary. In 2001, the three of us, Kara, Craig and Susie, had an idea for a pasta-centric bistro serving classic dishes that everyone would love. Craig created our recipes and we started in our tiny storefront on NE Broadway, with… Learn More Pastini’s 19th Anniversary
Upgrade Your Lunch!
Sept 28, 2020 – Pastini’s popular Lunch Combos menu just got even better. Yes, it’s now served on the weekends as well as during the week, until 3 pm daily*. Favorite pastas like Fettuccini Alfredo, Spaghetti Carbonara, Lasagna and Mac ‘n Cheese are paired with your choice of Caesar or Field Greens or a cup… Learn More Upgrade Your Lunch!
Winter Wine Special: Eola Hills 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Dec 3, 2020 – Our winter wine special, Eola Hills 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, is a rich, ripe Cab that is a perfect pairing for cold weather and rustic, hearty pastas. Eola Hills is one of Oregon’s legacy wineries, and we’re so happy to be pouring one of their wines for the first time. In the… Learn More Winter Wine Special: Eola Hills 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Seasonal Wine Special: Scaia Corvina 2017
Sept 2, 2020 – The four Castagnedi brothers, Armando, Tiziano, Paolo and Massimo, had a dream that originated in their father’s vineyards at Tenuta Sant’Antonion in the heart of Valpolicella… to make, fresh, modern wines from the traditional grapes of this area, the Veneto region of NE Italy. They call the wines Scaia (SKY-uh), a… Learn More Seasonal Wine Special: Scaia Corvina 2017
March Wine of the Month: Perazzeta “Mercurio” 2018
March 12, 2020 Unwind with Pastini’s March Wine of the Month: Perazzeta “Mercurio” 2018, an inspired combination of Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc and Alicante from the coastal Maremma region of Tuscany. The Cantina Perazzeta is located in the small village of Montenero d’Orcia, in the upper part of the coastal Maremma region of Tuscany, well suited… Learn More March Wine of the Month: Perazzeta “Mercurio” 2018
Classic Dishes Join the $13 Lunch Menu Line-Up
Jan 7, 2020 – We know you love the classics, so we’ve just added more classic pastas to our terrific Pastini Lunch menu. Not only that, it’s still the best deal in town! Now our Pasta Combos include Spaghetti Carbonara, Fettuccini Alfredo and our yummy, cheesy Oakshire Amber Ale Mac ‘n Cheese. And, these all… Learn More Classic Dishes Join the $13 Lunch Menu Line-Up
New Seasonal Special: Herb Roasted Pork Shank with Tomato-Pea Orzo
Jan 22, 2020 – The Italians love pork (think prosciutto, pancetta, porchetta) but we rarely see it featured as a main dish. So, for our winter-early spring special, we decided to feature a boldly flavored pork shank in this gorgeous recipe! First, the meat is marinated with fennel and coriander seeds, garlic, rosemary, sage and… Learn More New Seasonal Special: Herb Roasted Pork Shank with Tomato-Pea Orzo
Holiday Sipping
Nov 19, 2019 – For the holidays this year, we’re pouring Italy’s most festive wine, Lambrusco (lam-BROOS-coh), which may surprise you… it’s a semi-sweet, sparkling red! Made primarily in the Emilia-Romagna region, it is meant to be a non-serious wine to drink with appetizers or just on its own. And it’s just delicious! Our Cleto… Learn More Holiday Sipping
Beaver Community Fair 2019
Oct 22, 2019 – Every year, Pastini has a blast participating in the Beaver Community Fair to welcome students back to Oregon State University in Corvallis and introduce new students to the community. This year was no different! We served over 1500 samples of Rigatoni Zuccati and Ziti Bolognese to hungry scholars! Annually the Beaver… Learn More Beaver Community Fair 2019
Seasonal Special: Chicken Cacciatore
Oct 17, 2019 – Cacciatore means “hunter” in Italian, and it’s hunters who first ate this dish. In fact, it is thought that the first Chicken Cacciatore was not made with chicken at all, but with rabbit or other wild game sometime during the Renaissance period, between the 14th and 16th centuries. While there are… Learn More Seasonal Special: Chicken Cacciatore
Pasta and Sangria
July 10, 2019 – In search of your new summer favorite? Look no further than our handcrafted Sangria paired with a summery pasta like Pastini’s Capellini Pomodoro. Sangria’s refreshing blend of wine and citrus will get your tastebuds ready for the bright, sunny flavors of this classic pasta’s ripe roma tomatoes, garlic, and fresh, fragrant basil. Looking for something… Learn More Pasta and Sangria
Dispatch from the PDX Galley Wars
June 12, 2019 – We’re mostly lovers not fighters at Pastini, but gladly took part in the first PDX Galley Wars on June 6 as part of this year’s Rose Festival. The idea was to pair five restaurants each with two galley cooks from ships here for Fleet Week during the festival, to connect the… Learn More Dispatch from the PDX Galley Wars
Oregon Wine Month 2019
May 1, 2019 – The giveaway has closed! Congrats to Lisa Russell, our grand prize winner! Oregon Wine Month is finally here and the celebration is in full swing as we feature superb wines from Elk Cove and Pike Road wineries, plus a fun contest! We will be having prize drawings every Wednesday this month… Learn More Oregon Wine Month 2019
Choosing the 2017 Pastini Rosso
May 15, 2019 – For the last eight years, respected Tuscan winemaker Antonio Sanguineti (more on him at the end of the post) has been making our delicious Pastini Rosso house red wine from primarily Sangiovese grapes, and it’s been a wonderful partnership! We have trusted Antonio to make us an elegant, affordable, food-friendly red… Learn More Choosing the 2017 Pastini Rosso
Winter Specials and Cocktails are here!
Dec 12, 2018 – Here’s your winter dining forecast: a warming food trend, with a riff on risotto and a new take on a traditional dish! We’ve been cooking up a storm recently and created two terrific specials for the season. Orzo ‘Risotto’ with Vegetables takes rice-shaped orzo pasta and simmers it like… Learn More Winter Specials and Cocktails are here!
Behind the Scenes: Making Marinara
Nov 14, 2018 – At Pastini, each meal is important and we do our best to make every dish perfect. To us that means making all our delicious sauces, dressings and soups and desserts from scratch. Yep. All of them. Right there, in each of our restaurants. Why? Because we know that using fresh, local… Learn More Behind the Scenes: Making Marinara
Good Tidings of Pasta and Wine
Nov 2, 2018 – A Delicious Gift Idea: Our annual holiday gift card giveaway is back! Purchase $100 worth of gift cards this holiday season, and receive a $25 Pastini gift voucher. Pastini Gift Cards make perfect presents for teachers, friends, coaches or your hard-to-buy-for Aunt Agatha. Treat your friends and family and keep the… Learn More Good Tidings of Pasta and Wine
Pastini and the Eugene Emeralds: A Home Run!
Oct 22, 2018 – It’s been a little more than a year since we set up shop in Eugene, Oregon. Since then, you’ve opened your arms by welcoming us to your community and sharing our love of pasta. The old saying rings true: teamwork does make the dreamwork. Which is why we teamed up as… Learn More Pastini and the Eugene Emeralds: A Home Run!
Pastini Volunteers SOLVE the Cleanup
Sept 29, 2018 – Kudos to our terrific team of Pastini volunteers for participating in the 35th SOLVE Beach & Riverside Cleanup on September 29th. Kim McAdam, Becky Surface, Halee Brown, Steve Talamantes and Katie Quittschreiber spiffed up a two-mile stretch of the Deschutes River Trail in Bend, picking up over 150 pounds of garbage,… Learn More Pastini Volunteers SOLVE the Cleanup
Volunteering at the Portland Community Farm
Oct 19, 2018 – Pastini had the opportunity to volunteer at the Portland Community Farm with the Oregon Food Bank on Tuesday, October 17th. It was a blast! Our main focus was preparing the farm for the changing of the seasons. We weeded, removed pumpkin plants that were done producing for the season, planted onions, put… Learn More Volunteering at the Portland Community Farm
Warm Up with Fall Flavors
Oct 3, 2018 – Wine and Thyme Braised Lamb Ragu is a perfect fall dish… rich, slow-simmered lamb with garlic, tomatoes, red wine, carrots, onions, and lots of fresh organic thyme, served with Bob’s Red Mill polenta cooked with butter and parmesan. Paired with a glass of red, like our October wine of the month… Learn More Warm Up with Fall Flavors
Meet the New Players on Pastini’s Wine List
May 1, 2018 – We take great pride in showcasing local wines from Oregon and Washington, in addition to wines from across the pond in Italy. This Oregon Wine Month, we are excited to share our new, expanded wine list with all of you. We are also hosting a very special sweepstakes that will have… Learn More Meet the New Players on Pastini’s Wine List
Enter to Win our Oregon Wine Month Sweepstakes
May 1, 2018 – May is Oregon Wine Month, and we’re going all out for the occasion by hosting a very special sweepstakes that will allow you to experience the diversity and breadth of Oregon’s wine offerings. The grand prize includes VIP tastings at two of our favorite local wineries, one night’s stay in Oregon… Learn More Enter to Win our Oregon Wine Month Sweepstakes
Introducing Pastini’s Leader of the Year
March 26, 2018 – Every year, we choose one of our outstanding team members as the Leader of the Year. When selecting someone for this award, we look for a candidate who truly understands and executes service, presence, hospitality, communication; a leader who meets goals, retains top performing employees, inspires others; and someone with a… Learn More Introducing Pastini’s Leader of the Year
Welcome Spring with our Smoked Salmon Ravioli
Feb 27, 2018 – We’re bringing in springtime a little early this year with wild Chinook salmon and bright flavors! Introducing our Smoked Salmon Ravioli with Parmesan-Lemon Sauce and Tomato-Caper Relish. This spring pasta special pairs dill-infused smoked salmon ravioli with a lemony cream sauce and tomato-caper relish with plenty of fresh herbs. This dish… Learn More Welcome Spring with our Smoked Salmon Ravioli
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Shells with Burrata Cheese
Looking for a flavorful recipe to take you from winter to spring? Or perhaps a new Meatless Monday option for your recipe rolodex? This sweet and savory dish is vegetarian and packs a hearty punch with ingredients like butternut squash and creamy burrata cheese. For those unfamiliar with burrata, this delectable cheese is similar to… Learn More Get the Recipe: Stuffed Shells with Burrata Cheese
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Scrumptious Smoked Salmon Ravioli
Feb 12, 2018 – What better way to celebrate romance than with pasta and wine? This Valentine’s Day, Pastini has a very special dish that we know you’ll fall head over heels for. Introducing our Smoked Salmon Ravioli with Lemon-Parmesan Sauce and Tomato-Caper Relish — a decadent pasta stuffed with wild chinook salmon, dill, ricotta… Learn More Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Scrumptious Smoked Salmon Ravioli
Feel the Love with February’s Wine Duo
Feb 6, 2018 – This season, we have two wines that we know you’re going to love that also have a connection to a very famous Shakespearean couple: Passimento “Romeo & Juliet” Bianco and Rosso from the Pasqua estate in the Veneto region of NE Italy. Pasqua’s vineyards are near the charming city of Verona,… Learn More Feel the Love with February’s Wine Duo
Introducing our Winter Special Pasta
Nov 27, 2017 – This winter, we found ourselves craving a classic Italian pairing: ravioli and red wine! Our featured seasonal entrée is a rich, meaty Braised Short Rib Ravioli with Roasted Tomato Sauce, with a savory sauce made with garlic, onions, fresh thyme and lots of butter. This may be my favorite pasta special… Learn More Introducing our Winter Special Pasta
Join Pastini in Supporting Returning Vets
Nov 6, 2017 – For the third year in a row, Pastini is proud to partner with an incredible local non-profit organization, Returning Veterans Project, for their annual Chow Down for Vets event. RVP supports post-9/11 war zone veterans in Oregon and SW Washington by offering free-of-charge health services, including mental health care. They believe… Learn More Join Pastini in Supporting Returning Vets
NEW LOOK, SAME GREAT PASTA
Sept 15, 2017 – Those of you who have come to know us over the years can attest to our devotion towards delicious food and wine. We love how a steaming bowl of pasta warms your hands while lifting your spirits. We also admit to having a soft spot for the sound a wine… Learn More NEW LOOK, SAME GREAT PASTA
WELCOME AUTUMN WITH HARVEST WINES
Wine lovers rejoice! Harvest season is here. Sept 19, 2017 – Right now, winemakers in the Pacific Northwest are busy with the harvest season. In the months of September and October, the fruits of their labor are picked, sorted and barreled, and the fermentation process begins. In other words, this is when the magic happens!… Learn More WELCOME AUTUMN WITH HARVEST WINES
SAY HELLO TO OUR NEW LOCATION
Sept 27, 2017 Hey Eugene, You asked, we listened! After years of requests on Facebook, Instagram and comment cards, we are thrilled to announce that we’ve found a new home in Eugene, Oregon. We are now open for lunch and dinner! As part of the new Oakway Center expansion, Pastini will join a batch of… Learn More SAY HELLO TO OUR NEW LOCATION
COZY UP TO FALL WITH THESE PASTINI RECIPES
This time of year, hectic summer schedules slip away, making room for familiar habits and new routines. School is back in session, evenings bring chillier temps and quicker nightfall, and we’re finding ourselves craving something nutritious and comforting at our dinner table. To help you and yours ease into the autumn season, we’ve selected a… Learn More COZY UP TO FALL WITH THESE PASTINI RECIPES
RECIPE: SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO
Here is one of our most-requested recipes – we hope you enjoy it! Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a dish you’ll love to have in your arsenal of easy meals. Master this simple recipe and keep the ingredients on hand in your pantry: spaghetti, olive oil, garlic, chili flakes and parmesan. You’ll always have a… Learn More RECIPE: SPAGHETTI AGLIO E OLIO
RECIPE: ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD
Serves 4 as an appetizer salad or 2 as an entrée salad Approximately 45 – 60 minutes With local asparagus season in full bloom, and our proximity to the fertile asparagus-growing region of south central Washington, our spring specials naturally feature the splendid spears, like this terrific salad. This year we’re sourcing our asparagus from… Learn More RECIPE: ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD
RECIPE: BRUSCHETTA
Bruschetta is an inspired dish—and a simple one. Start with good bread. Brush with a bit of olive oil. Grill it, and finally, top with something delicious. True bruschetta is made on the grill for a smoky flavor and crispy edges. Don’t be afraid of a little char. It’s flavorful and deliciously crunchy. Toppings can… Learn More RECIPE: BRUSCHETTA
RECIPE: RIGATONI ZUCCATI
The gurus of good nutrition say it’s essential to eat lots of bright, colorful veggies. Pastini’s beautiful Rigatoni Zuccati makes doing that both easy and delicious. It features green, leafy spinach, which is packed with iron, calcium, and dietary fiber, and butternut squash, a great source of potassium and magnesium. Both of these good-for-you veggies… Learn More RECIPE: RIGATONI ZUCCATI
RECIPE: CHICKEN-ORZO SOUP
Since winter is most definitely the season for soup (zuppa in Italian), we’ve delved into our archives for one of Chef Craig Bashel’s fav recipes. Chicken-Orzo soup is relatively easy and fast, low in fat and absolutely delicious! And it represents what we do here at Pastini…use fresh, honest ingredients to make dishes that are… Learn More RECIPE: CHICKEN-ORZO SOUP
RECIPE: MINESTRONE
In our home, soup is larger than life. My husband, Craig, loves it so much that he frequently prefers a bowl of soup over cereal for breakfast. He puts his passion to work in the kitchen, creating every soup recipe for Pastini from scratch. I love the idea of welcoming spring with a big bowl… Learn More RECIPE: MINESTRONE
GO! MAGAZINE AWARD
July 25, 2017 – The vote is in, and we couldn’t be happier! When The Bulletin’s GO! Magazine asked its readers where to go for pasta, they ranked Pastini’s Bend restaurant as No. 1 in the area. We consider that an enormous honor, especially since it comes straight from the mouths of our guests. We hear… Learn More GO! MAGAZINE AWARD
SUMMER SPECIALS 2017
June 9, 2017 – There’s something special about summers in the Pacific Northwest, when the weather is just right for playing all day… and relaxing long into the evening, surrounded by good friends, great food and cool drinks. We think our summer specials bring the best parts of the season to your table. For a… Learn More SUMMER SPECIALS 2017
APRIL IS EARTH MONTH AT PASTINI
April 22, 2017 – Clean. Refreshing. Reliable. Do you ever pause to appreciate the great water quality we have in the Pacific Northwest? It’s something we take advantage of every day in our kitchens at Pastini restaurants. This year, Earth Day is on Saturday, April 22. But we’re opting to celebrate it all month long.… Learn More APRIL IS EARTH MONTH AT PASTINI
EARTH MONTH RECAP
April 1, 2017 – In April, Pastini partnered with Portland Global Initiatives and Portland Roasting Coffee to celebrate Earth Month. With your help, we raised more than $1,300! Portland Global Initiatives will put that money towards helping to provide clean water for 149 farms in Colombia. We wanted to extend a huge thank you to our guests… Learn More EARTH MONTH RECAP
CELEBRATE BITES FOR RIGHTS
June 1, 2017 – Want to enjoy your favorite Pastini pasta while supporting an amazing cause? Join Pastini and Basic Rights Oregon (BRO) all day on Thursday, June 22 for BRO’s biggest fundraiser of the year! During this event, restaurants (like us) support LGBTQ equality by dedicating a percentage of the day’s sales or making… Learn More CELEBRATE BITES FOR RIGHTS
SPRING SPECIALS 2017
May 24, 2017 – Longtime Pastini followers often inquire if their favorite dish or seasonal specials will be back on the menu. That’s when we’re tempted to call our local suppliers and ask how their crops are doing! Although we wish we could make these dishes a permanent part of our menu, they’re only here… Learn More SPRING SPECIALS 2017
PASTINI VOLUNTEERS AT OREGON FOOD BANK
Oct 20, 2016 – October 6th was our annual volunteer day at the Oregon Food Bank! Ten awesome Pastini staffers joined me out in the garden to pick late season vegetables. Luckily we missed the rain that day! The Pastini crew harvested over 350 pounds of squash, kale, chard, tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers to go… Learn More PASTINI VOLUNTEERS AT OREGON FOOD BANK
CHOW DOWN FOR VETS ON NOVEMBER 11TH
Nov 9, 2016 – This Veterans Day, Friday, November 11th, Pastini will be donating a percentage of every check to the Returning Veterans Project, a terrific organization that offers free mental health and other health services to post 9/11 war zone veterans, service members and their families. We’ll also be offering a free entrée to… Learn More CHOW DOWN FOR VETS ON NOVEMBER 11TH