Newmans News
The Bite of Oregon
Waterfront Park : Portland, OR
August 12-14, 2011
From coast to Cascades to canyons, the Bite of Oregon is a stunning celebration of Oregon, its food, its people and its extraordinary quality of life. Come join the fun at the best summer party on the Portland waterfront and discover for yourself why Life Tastes Better Here! For information on this yearly event, visit biteoforegon.com.
‘Exquisite Oregon’ Dinner at the James Beard House
JBF Members $130 : General Public $170
Thursday, September 8, 2011
The Beard House, 167 West 12th Street, New York City
There are few spots in Oregon as astoundingly beautiful as Cannon Beach, where majestic mountains give way to a dramatic coastline. Enjoy a taste of this exquisite area’s local cuisine when John Newman returns to the Beard House with this gorgeous menu, complete with Willamette Valley wines.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 8, 2011 and plan a trip to New York for this special occasion. Additional information and tickets are available at jamesbeard.org or call (212) 627.2308 to reserve.
“Exquisite Oregon” Dinner Menu
Photos from the 2009 JBF Event:
The Oregon Bounty Ultimate Escape
$2,950.00 per Escapist : 10 maximum
October 13-16, 2011
Escaping to Mt. Hood/Columbia River Gorge, Willamette Valley, Oregon Coast and Portland
The Oregon Bounty Ultimate Escape 2011 is a once-in-a-lifetime culinary adventure. The four-day, three-night exclusive package is packed with experiences that will take up to 10 lucky people from an Oregon wine dinner 7,500 feet up the slopes of Mt. Hood to battling Chinook salmon on the rugged Oregon coast... and everything epicurean in between.
On Saturday, October 15, the Escapists will be joining Chef John Newman of Newmans at 988 for a special seafood dinner featuring their catch after a day of salmon fishing and crabbing in Garibaldi.
Specially crafted by EverGreen Escapes to showcase Oregon's unparalleled bounty, this itinerary combines unique and exclusive activities with indulgent accommodations, exquisite dining and luxury transportation. For more information and to book the Oregon Bounty Ultimate Escape, contact EverGreen Escapes at (866) 203.7603 or visit evergreenescapes.com. Hurry, because space is limited!
Escape Plan for the Oregon Bounty Ultimate Escape
Chef John to Open Asian Restaurant in Cannon Beach
FISHES Sushi & Japanese Cuisine
Grand Opening : November 10, 2011 (Tentative)
Press Release
July 9, 2011
Bill and Diana Pappas and John and Sandy Newman are pleased to announce the joining of sorts as the Pappas’ retire and the Newmans take over their space at 240 N Hemlock Street in Cannon Beach.
Bill and Diana Pappas have decided to retire JP's Restaurant after nearly 18 years. They began in the Cannon Beach Hotel location in 1994 and moved to their current location in 2004.
The Newmans will be taking over the lease at 240 N Hemlock as of October 1, 2011. Their concept, although in its earliest stages, is named FISHES Sushi and will feature Asian-inspired style meats, vegetarian and sushi. The concept is based on John’s experience at Silks Restaurant in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in San Francisco and FISHES Seafood and Steaks in Pacific City. An opening date has been tentatively set for November 10, 2011. The Newmans will continue to operate Newmans at 988 in Midtown.
Newmans at 988 Welcomes Sous Chef Steven Alldrin
Chef John Newman is pleased to announce the hiring of Steven Alldrin as Sous Chef at Newmans at 988. Steven, 23, comes to Newmans via the Wayfarer Restaurant where he was the Lead Line Cook.
Steven is a 2006 graduate of the Oregon Culinary Institute in Portland. This is Steven’s second tour of Newmans. He was first employed from May 2008 to June 2009. In addition to Newmans and the Wayfarer, he has previously worked on the Kona Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. Cooking is in his family. His brother Jason Alldrin is the Executive Chef at Maggies at the Inn at Seaside.
Steven was born in Portland and in his spare time enjoys surfing, gardening, and raising chickens.
Big Night 2012
Newmans at 988 : Cannon Beach, OR
6:00 pm : February 10, 2012
Come celebrate our 6th anniversary with us on February 20, 2012 with a wine dinner served family-style. Call the restaurant at (503) 436.1151 or email reservations@newmansat988.com to reserve your seat.
Oregon Bounty Wanderfeast
Shellfish Week with Chef John Newman
In the fall of 2010 Chef John Newman was one of ten Oregon chefs featured in the Oregon Bounty Wanderfeast. Watch the video below and join Chef John for Shelfish Week as he catches, cooks and eats Dungeness Crab at the Garibaldi Marina. Follow the entire tour at food.traveloregon.com/wanderfeast.
ZooLaLa 2011
Oregon Zoo : Portland, OR
Saturday, July 16, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
ZooLaLa has come and gone, a fun filled evening of fine dining and entertainment which took place under the stars at the Oregon Zoo. Chef John Newman served up a special recipe for the event which benefits the Zoo to You youth outreach program. For more information visit www.OregonZoo.org/Support/Zoolala/.
Steamboat Inn Guest Chef and Winemakers Dinner
Steamboat Inn : Steamboat, OR
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Chef John Newman was the featured chef for the April 2, 2011 Guest Chef and Winemakers Dinner at the Steamboat Inn in Steamboat, Oregon. For more information on the Steamboat Inn visit their website at www.thesteamboatinn.com.
2011 Aqua Plate Special
May 2011 : American Wetlands Month
In honor of The Wetlands Conservancy’s 30th anniversary, and American Wetlands Month in May, Newmans at 988 along with select restaurants and all New Seasons Markets promoted an “Aqua Plate Special” menu item, featuring seafood whose habitat is dependent upon the health of Oregon’s estuaries, and from which a portion of proceeds were donated to The Wetlands Conservancy.
Newmans at 988 participated by serving wild-caught salmon. For the month of May, 10% of the proceeds of each Aqua Plate Special were donated to The Wetlands Conservancy.
Savor Cannon Beach & Organic Farmers Lunch
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Newmans at 988 hosted an Organic Farmers Lunch on Saturday, March 12 during Savor Cannon Beach. The lunch featured the organic produce of Jeff Trenary of King Fisher Farms. View the menu here: Organic Farmers Lunch Menu.
Appetizers from Newmans at 988 were also served at IceFire Glassworks during Saturday's Wine Tour. For additional information on Savor Cannon Beach 2011, visit CoastExplorerMagazine.com.
2010 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction
Marriot Portland Downtown Waterfront : Portland, OR
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Chef John joined local and celebrity chefs as they prepared their favorite dishes in support of the March of Dimes' effort to save babies. The event began at 6:00 p.m. at the Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront. To visit the March of Dimes Oregon Chapter, visit www.marchofdimes.com/oregon.
2010 Iron Chef Goes Coastal
Supporting the United Way of Clatsop County
November 2, 2010
Newmans at 988 placed first as the People's Choice at the November 2nd competition. Next year, Chef John Newman will again be competing for the title of Iron Chef. Proceeds from the event went to support the United Way of Clatsop County.
Zoolala 2010
Oregon Zoo : Portland, OR
Saturday, July 17, 2010
The Oregon Zoo presented a fun-filled evening of fine dining and entertainment on Saturday, July 17, 2010. Chef John and Newmans at 988 were featured alongside the region's top restaurants, bakeries, breweries and wineries. Proceeds from the event went to benefit the Zoo to You youth outreach program.
Chef's Night Out
Surfsand Resort : Cannon Beach, OR
Sunday, May 23, 2010
On Sunday, May 23, Chef John joined other local chefs for Chef's Night Out. An annual fundraiser for the Cannon Beach Children's Center hosted by the Surfsand Resort, this annual event was a major success.
9th Annual Clearwater Classic Surf Contest
Westport, WA
May 14 - 16, 2010
An avid surfer himself, Chef John from Newmans at 988 caters for the judges every year at the annual surf contest in Westport, Washington. Come watch the action or participate yourself. For information on future events, contact Pamela Clark.
Steamboat Inn Guest Chef and Winemakers Dinner
Steamboat Inn : Steamboat, OR
March 13, 2010
Chef John Newman was the featured chef for the March 13 Steamboat Inn Guest Chef and Winemakers Dinner in Steamboat, Oregon. Appetizers included garlic polenta, mushroom caps & asiago cheese, and Chef John's famous crab cakes. Dinner courses featured King Fisher Farms Organic Salad Greens, Lobster Ravioli, Rack of Lamb, and Poached Pear for dessert. For more information on the Steamboat Inn visit their website at www.thesteamboatinn.com.