Portland · Rainy Days Are Meant for Hearty Meat Feasts 😋

Walking through Portland on a rainy day, my stomach suddenly started growling. Just as I was wondering where to grab a bite, I spotted a Chinese restaurant still lit up on the street corner. I pushed the door open, and a wave of warmth greeted me, carrying the familiar aroma of home-style cooking. The restaurant wasn’t crowded, and the quiet atmosphere felt perfect for a cozy meal while waiting out the rain. As I waited for my order, the soft patter of rain outside felt soothing and grounding. It wasn’t long before my steaming hot dishes arrived at the table. 🍽️ The sweet and sour pork was fried to a golden crisp, making a satisfying crunch with every bite. The sauce was perfectly balanced—tangy yet sweet—and the pork inside remained tender and juicy, each piece generously coated. Paired with plain white rice, it was absolutely irresistible! 😍 The stir-fried eggplant, potatoes, and peppers were equally delightful. The eggplant was soft and flavorful, the potatoes were cooked just right, and the peppers still had a slight crunch. The three ingredients blended together wonderfully—simple yet deeply comforting. Both dishes came in generous portions, covering the table with two large, inviting plates. The rice was the kind you often find in Chinese restaurants—fluffy, soft, and steaming hot. Scooping it up with a spoon and enjoying it with the sweet and sour pork or the stir-fried vegetables made it hard to stop eating. The chill from the rainy day was completely washed away by this warm and hearty meal. ❤️ On a day like this, having such delicious and comforting food felt truly special. In the end, I couldn’t finish everything and happily packed some leftovers to take home. 🥡 By the time I stepped out of the restaurant, the rain had lightened. Walking down the damp streets with an umbrella in hand, I felt warmth in my heart and contentment in my stomach. Sometimes, the simplest meals bring the greatest happiness. Finding an authentic Chinese restaurant like this in a foreign city on a rainy day was truly a joyful little surprise. ☔️✨ #PortlandEats #RainyDayComfort #ChineseFoodLove #FoodieAdventure #SimpleJoy #WarmMeals #TravelEats