Em Chan

4 weeks ago | oregonlive.com | Em Chan

Across the street from Riverfront Park is Salem’s slice of sunshine, Manna Bakery. You can’t miss its welcoming yellow stoop, the smell of freshly baked bread, and the almost constant stream of people in and out the door. The bakery is most known for its breads, which all use long-ferment sourdough starter. The short and sweet name “Manna” means “bread from heaven,” and the baked goods selection is nothing short of that description.

1 month ago | iexaminer.org | Em Chan

Though the book itself is dense, the cover of Basil Pao’s Carnival of Dreams, a monographic retrospective of the photographer’s 50-year career, evokes weightlessness. An acrobat somersaults impossibly high against an endless sky, framed on both sides and below by downy cumulus clouds brushed with pink and baby blues. There is no ground in sight; his body, horizontal, gazing upwards, is dwarfed by the grandiosity of his environment.

2 months ago | statesmanjournal.com | Em Chan

Em ChanSalem Statesman JournalThis is part of a weekly series introducing readers to individuals who are passionate about our Mid-Valley community. Every Saturday morning, Briana Lopez greets members of Run Club Salem in front of Salem's Riverfront Carousel. As she welcomes longtime members and cheerfully introduces herself to new runners, the group stretches in preparation for their 3.2-mile run.

2 months ago | statesmanjournal.com | Em Chan

Em ChanSalem Statesman JournalABOUT RESTAURANT INSPECTIONS This is a snapshot of the inspections conducted by the Polk County health department. Twice annually, licensed restaurants receive unannounced inspections that focus on food temperatures, food preparation practices, worker hygiene, dish-washing and sanitizing, and equipment and facility cleanliness.  Violations: Restaurant scores are based on a 100-point scale.

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Em Chan

An evening of dim lighting, a variety of courses and dining across from your special someone — Valentine's Day is just around the corner and many restaurants are excited to host couples for the occasion. Whether you're looking for a traditional steak dinner or a brunch date, here's what restaurants are offering around the Mid-Valley:Before Valentine's DayNorthern Lights Theatre PubNorthern Lights Theatre Pub's annual Valentine's Day dinner and movie event returns Wednesday, Feb.