From Brookings to Newport

My Oregon Coast Trip

Hello Everyone,
Today, I have a different sort of update. I made a travel story for one of my capstone assignments. It’s full of beautiful pictures from my trip to the Oregon Coast in 2021.

When I think about traveling, I think about why we go on trips in the first place – to reset or recharge, maybe? To see new things? Perhaps, for some people, it is just to experience the freedom of the open road. I know when I travel, it can be a combination of all of those things, but there is another element for me that is often the most important of all: food!

With that said, in the spirit of this blog I’d like to offer you another behind the scenes experience. This time, let’s explore the untold story of my Oregon Coast trip and the awesome food discoveries contained within. To start, I will say that I plan any road trip itinerary (where applicable) on the location of the closest In-N-Out Burger. Luckily, my trip through Southern Oregon took me to not only one, but TWO In-N-Out locations, one in Grants Pass and one in Medford. Let me tell you, if you haven’t tried a Double Double Animal-Style Burger, you haven’t LIVED – and this statement is coming from a former vegetarian. If meat isn’t your thing, I understand…. but if it is, WOW. Just wow. Their burgers are fantastic.

When I got to Brookings, I already knew where I wanted to go for food: Catalyst Seafood. Their motto is “We Catch It – We Cook It – You Eat It” and that is exactly what happened! They send their boats out into the ocean every morning for a fresh catch, then they cook it at their restaurant that is located on the lower harbor. The selection was fantastic and the service was excellent to match. Catalyst Seafood has the freshest, most tender calamari I’ve ever had. I would make the drive out to Brookings again just to eat there. If you ever have to opportunity to go, do it! You won’t be disappointed.

The other culinary highlight of my trip was a stop at Eugene’s famous Voodoo Doughnut on my way to Newport. It was my first chance to try the fabled doughnut chain’s wares, and I couldn’t believe how soft, fresh, and flavorful all of the flavor options were. Their selection changes frequently, but I stopped by multiple times to indulge in the Voodoo Bubble, Grape Ape, and Viscous Hibiscus (my absolute favorite!). 10/10 would recommend!

Honestly, my culinary experiences in Oregon were almost as epic as my experience with the ocean and my time at Chetco Point. If you want to hear more about my experience on the Oregon Coast, check out my story here: bit.ly/BrookingsToNewport.