Local Spots

* 408 E 1st St, Newberg By Clayton Jones NEWBERG — I’ll admit this week I went somewhere I’ve frequented a few times in my two-plus years living in Yamhill County, but when you need a great nacho - you just need to get you a great nacho. Downtown Newberg’s Barley & Vine has been a go-to spot for me when I’m Jonesing (pun intended) for nachos and I was feeling it this week. Warning: The nachos come in full, half and quarter size - but know the portions are incredibly generous so order wisel

* 830 SE 1st St, McMinnville * Instagram | Facebook | Website Ever have a long day and just want a well-made drink to celebrate making it through? Nothing excessive, just a great cocktail (or two) for a delicious "atta boy." Well, do I have the place for you. Fractal Bar in McMinnville was the spot for me on a smoky Tuesday evening. My wife and I cruised to First Street and enjoyed perusing the 23 cocktails on the menu, plus a few more from their Tuesday special that I'll get to later. I s