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Host & Expo, Stanford’s Clackamas Tell us about your career at Stanford’s! Started as a host, then bussing, then expo. I enjoy juggling all three because I always have something to do. Also the more you know, the more useful you can be to others. What do you love most about your work? The people…

Bartender, Stanford’s Clackamas Tell us about your career at Stanford’s! I feel Stanford’s is my second home. I feel blessed and fortunate to have shared my life with everyone here. What do you love most about your work? The customers are family. Being here as long as I have has given me a wonderful relationship…

As the days grow longer and temperatures rise, summer calls us outside to backyard barbecues with burgers piled high, savory steaks seared by the sea, or fire-charred vegetables shared around the patio. Grilling can be as simple as a flame and a good cut of meat. That is, until your delectable dinner starts sticking, flames…

Our teams know great food—and they’ve got the cravings to prove it. We asked our team members at our Stanford’s locations in Clackamas, Northgate, and Tanasbourne for their favorite eats and top recommendations. From bold pastas to fresh seafood and crisp seasonal salads, there’s something for every appetite, coming to you straight from the team…

With Spring’s return and Summer close behind, the world- and our tables – begin to bloom. Farmer’s markets and grocers are bustling with overflowing tote bags filled to the brim with crisp greens and just-picked berries. Elsewhere, zesty, juicy  citrus fruits hang low on warm, sun-drenched branches, ready to be plucked. At Stanford’s, each dish…

Dessert is the final, delicious note of any great meal, and the right drink can make it even better for everyone at the table. Stanford’s offers the guidance you’re looking for, whether you’re dining out or an at-home host looking to thrill your guests. Pairing dessert and wine or an after-dinner cocktail can turn a…

Every great gathering deserves great drinks—whether you’re hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or just looking to impress your friends with some killer mixology skills. Classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned, Negroni, Margarita, or even Bloody May’s never go out of style, and if you’re skipping the alcohol, there are just as many…

Isidro Gonzalez Kitchen Manager, Stanford’s Northgate Tell us about your career at Stanford’s! I started with Stanford’s at the Jantzen Beach location in 1999 working as a dishwasher. From there I began working on the cooks’ line for about six months before they offered me a position as supervisor. I worked in that role for…

Some flavors were made for each other—Cabernet and steak, Sauvignon Blanc and seafood, Pinot Noir and a crisp evening dining on a patio. If you enjoy a delicious dinner, you know that finding the perfect wine to accompany your meal can really take it to the next level. Great pairings don’t happen by accident; they’re…

The word “fat” oftentimes has negative connotations, but when it comes to a great steak, fat content can add a deep level of flavor. Fat can quickly soak up flavors from marinades and seasonings, which can add another level of complexity to steak. That doesn’t mean that fattier cuts of beef will taste better, as…