My team and I had an offsite down in San Diego and Lavonne prepared a stunning meal for us. Before…read morethe dinner, we collaborated on the menu which was custom-made for our group. Lavonne had tons of great ideas of what to prepare and was flexible in working around some of our dietary restrictions. The appetizers of assorted crostinis were delicious, the burrata was a must-have, and the entire meal from the flank steak & coffee rubbed chicken to the apple crisp dessert were such a treat. She was even able to use some of the extra ingredients we had in our kitchen to add to our meal! This dinner was no doubt one of the highlights of our offsite and would highly recommend Lavonne to cater your next meal or event - delicious food plated beautifully and cooked with heart!

I am an event planner and I had the pleasure of working with Lavonne of Sage Bleu. She is an artist…read morein her own right. Everything she makes looks (and tastes!) amazing! She is easy to work with, quick to respond to messages and she puts a lot of thought and time into everything she makes. As a total detail person myself, I really appreciate how much thought she puts into her displays and food. I am only sad that she isn't in San Diego anymore. Those of you that live in Oregon are lucky!

Destiny officiated our wedding. She was amazing! She took our individual encounters and created…read moresuch a beautiful, heartfelt ceremony. It was so personalized. She effortlessly helped me stay focused and grounded when the tears started flowing. I truly felt her calming energy. She was easy to communicate with to get everything I wanted and more. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants a personalized, heartfelt, one of a kind wedding.

What a treat! A delectable selection of cheeses, crackers, fruits, and other unique delicacies -…read moreeven amazing pickled sea beans harvested and pickled by the chef. I surprised my friends with a Charcuterie Box elegantly prepared to share in the garden among the blooming flowers. I was enthusiastically welcomed before the place even officially opened the store. I was next door picking up my freshly groomed dogs from Lewis & Bark. I can only imagine what is to come. The Culinary Concierge is definitely a place I will go back to!

There are levels to catering. Good ones serve quality food, generally support your event, and offer…read morefriendly service. Great ones, however, elevate the experience to something else entirely. The team at Niblack defines what great catering looks like. It's hard to imagine a group more talented anywhere on the Oregon Coast, or frankly in Portland or the state all together. From the beginning, it was clear they were committed to helping crate an experience. They immediately grasped my vision, offered valuable input, and executed to a standard that far exceeded expectations. Their skill and thoughtfulness showed up everywhere. Carefully curated local food that was delicious and memorable (for all the right reasons!). Prepared, timed, served, and presented to perfection. Bar service: distinctive but not distractingly eccentric (no bottlenecks too). Decor and vibe: super elegant yet super accessible. When guests entered, they were awed and felt like they were going to be part of something special from the moment they stepped into the venue. It was uncanny how they seemed to anticipate everything and then deftly emerge to serve and address the inevitable eebb and flow of the event with aplomb. Communication and responsiveness were on point throughout. If all that wasn't enough, they stepped up when something beyond their control went wrong -- finding a solution to a problem they didn't create. They exemplified true service with a determination to do whatever it takes to make the event great for their client.

Capsized Carts is amazing. My friends and I had them provide meals for a few days at a recent…read moreretreat and the service and food was next level. I was rockin gluten free and they were even gracious enough to provide options that allowed me to have the full experience. Their gluten free pancakes with apple stuff was next level. Thanks Bryan and team for helping make our stay in Cannon Beach extraordinary!

Delicious food and worth the wait. Best dinner in Ilwaco. Staff were very friendly. It's a small…read moreplace but very comfortable.

Eclectic establishment that is an amazing location in an unexpected spot! If you find yourself in…read morethe area visiting Cape Disappointment, stop here! You will not be disappointed.

When I think of Astoria, I think of a quirky, old and exhausted Victorian town that had its heyday…read moremany moons ago and now stands on its own as a funky place. This is what you get when you visit Grandview B & B. Funky, old, and in those two things - charm. Sharlene is someone who has lived a nice long life and probably has many stories to tell. She is usually the woman who greets you when you arrive. Be patient, as it takes her a bit to get to the front door. Also, if you come down to the lobby area after you have checked in and try to talk to Sharlene, make sure she can see who you are. I watched a few times as guests came down the stairs to call out to her about a question and she can't move her neck as easily to know who she is talking to. :) Be kind and patient with this wonderful lady. We stayed in the Treetops Room which has a balcony where you can look out over the river and see the old Flavel home. And you can even spy the Goonies house in the far off distance. Breakfast is served at 7:30, 8:30 or 9:30 and you get to choose which one works best for you. Bagels, smoked salmon and chocolate muffins! YUM! The sweet chef was wonderfully sweet and we felt very special eating in the closed off room. If you want 1000 thread count sheets or modern amenities, this is not where you will find them. Come for the experience and the charm of staying in a very old house. I love this place and am making this a yearly traditional stop on our way to Cannon Beach.

This was an amaaaazingly grand find! All major chains were booked solid so we first checked into…read moreone of the $80 rooms on Marine Dr. to find it had no AC!! We opened the windows only to be blown away with traffic and bridge construction noise. We immediately asked for a refund and started calling lodging options away from Marine Dr. and lucked into an available room at Grandview! Our room, called "Cloud Nine" came with a lovely view of the Astoria-Megler Bridge and Columbia River sunset! And in the morning, we sat in the private breakfast nook in a turret with a gorgeous view of the river!! Breakfast included fresh fruit, juice, coffee, salmon and cream cheese on a cheddar bagel, and chocolate muffins. Staying at the Grandview was a highlight of our trip, a wonderful surprise find!! Please note that this review was written in July 2013. I just got around to posting it a year later!!

My girlfriend and I stayed here recently for the Kite Festival. There wasn't too much information…read moreabout them online, but it looked like a nice place to stay. It was wonderful. The owners Shelia and Peg are sweet and accommodating, and they make delicious breakfasts and cookies. They have beautiful, quirky, cozy rooms that quickly feel like home rather than a hotel room, and ours had a very comfortable bed and nice shower. If you are looking for a truly "bed and breakfast" experience -- chatting with the owners, sitting around a breakfast table eating home-cooked breakfasts and meeting other guests -- I highly recommend A Rendezvous Place. They have an email address and a phone number posted on their site, but they are best over the phone. If you are planning on staying here (or anywhere) in Long Beach during a holiday or festival weekend, book early! I called a few months in advance and barely got a spot...

My wife and I stayed here for an extended weekend, and we were very pleased! Sheila welcomed us,…read moreand gave us the grand tour. In the morning, we were greeted pleasantly, and were treated to a gourmet breakfast, including scratch made cinnamon rolls! Actually, all three of our breakfasts were outstanding Next time we're in town, we know where we're staying!!

We had a great wedding cake for a small party. The cake was beautiful and was one of the best…read morecakes I have ever had. Lisa, the baker, was very helpful and accommodating, especially since I ordered this cake long distance. I highly recommend this bakery.