Janay Wright

Oregon

Audience Engagement and Features Reporter at The Bulletin (Bend, OR)

Articles

We want to know, Redmond foodies, what restaurant do you want to see open next?

1 week ago | redmondspokesman.com | Janay Wright

Published 10:30 am Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Restaurateurs have jumped at the potential of Redmond’s culinary scene in recent years. Late 2024 saw the opening of Chef’s Table, a reservation-only prix fixe tasting menu by Dave and Amy Bodi of Bend’s FERM & fare wine bar, along with the opening of La Choza, a Latin American eatery in the High Desert Music Hall and a new franchise of Chipotle Mexican Grill.
Former Redmond food cart Fresco & Fryed moves to Bend

1 month ago | redmondspokesman.com | Janay Wright

James Delarosa's grandmother often shared stories of his grandfather harvesting avocados and limes in Mexico. Meat was a rare treat for the Mexican farmers to have, in which case they’d sear it over an open fire, she said. The stories of Delarosa’s past have informed the new menu at the Fresco & Fryed food truck, which established a new home at Bend’s Open Space Event Studios last week. kAm~H?6CD s6=2C@D2 2?5 z2E9CJ?
My favorite part of snowshoeing is I can do it with my dog

1 month ago | redmondspokesman.com | Janay Wright

As far as winter sports go, I’m more likely to prioritize skiing or hiking over snowshoeing, as it’s easier than strapping a cumbersome apparatus to my feet. But one of my favorite aspects of snowshoeing is it’s something I can do with my dog. An Alaskan Husky, Juno was designed for playing in the snow and together, we’ve explored the trails of Wanoga Sno-Park and Edison Butte Sno-park. kAmw@H6G6C[ 5@8D 2C6?’E H6=4@>6 2E 2== @7 r6?EC2= ~C68@?’D D?@\A2C<D] p?5 F?7@CEF?2E6=J[ t5:D@?
Dive deep into the Metolius River and Upper Deschutes with two upcoming speaker series

2 months ago | redmondspokesman.com | Janay Wright

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council (UDWC) and Central Oregon Community College are collaborating on a double speaker series on the Metolius River and the Upper Deschutes Watersheds, respectively. Each six-part informational series, both named ”Learn About Your Home Waters,” costs $59 and culminates in an all-day watershed tour. kAmxE’D “2 D4C62>:?8 562= 7@C DF49 2H6D@>6 65F42E:@?[” D2:5 z@==66? |:==6C[ 65F42E:@?
Comedy nights, open mics and workshops this week in Central Oregon

2 months ago | bendbulletin.com | Janay Wright

By JANAY WRIGHT/Bulletin file,By IAN HAUPT The Bulletin Brush up on your own comedic chops or enjoy local comedians at open mic nights, comedy nights and workshops this week in Central Oregon. Check out a marijuana-influenced comedy show. The Downtown Bend Public Library is hosting a satire writing workshop. And try out your own jokes at one of Bend's weekly comedy open mics. News Assistant: [email protected], 541-617-7821
Jerry Seinfeld performs live in Bend this summer. Here’s how to get tickets

2 months ago | oregonlive.com | Janay Wright

Jerry Seinfeld performs live at Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater on July 18. The stand-up comedian has been cracking up audiences ever since his career took off in 1981 with an appearance on “The Tonight Show” with Johnny Carson. “Seinfeld,” the comedy TV series created in partnership with Larry David, ran for nine seasons on NBC and was recognized with numerous Emmy, Golden Globe and People’s Choice awards. TV Guide named it the greatest show of all time in 2009.
Jerry Seinfeld performs live in Bend this summer. Here’s how to get tickets

2 months ago | flipboard.com | Janay Wright

One Seinfeld episode was considered so offensive it was banned from TV and led to a public apologySeinfeld is famously known for being 'a show about nothing', instead of your typical cops, cowboys or criminals. If you haven't seen the nine series …
Two Central Oregon women poised to compete in Idaho Dog Sled Challenge

Jan 7, 2025 | rv-times.com | Janay Wright

BEND — Jane Devlin has 14 Siberian huskies, which in the world of dog sledding is considered a small pack. She’s one of two Central Oregon residents preparing for the Idaho Dog Sled Challenge, which is held Jan. 27 through Feb. 5 and includes three races: a 100-mile, a 200-mile and the Warm Lake Stage Race, a 52-mile sprint race. The longest race, typically 300 miles, was cut back due to trail damage from wildfires. However, it remains a qualifier for Alaska's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
New High Desert Music Hall restaurant ventures into big, bold flavors of Latin America

Dec 9, 2024 | redmondspokesman.com | Janay Wright

La Choza, the newest restaurant to reside in the High Desert Music Hall, represents the food of owner Jorge Edison’s homeland, a Central Oregon resident who relocated from Ecuador two years ago. It also marks a departure from the bar food scene of restaurants past, with a focus on the Latin American cuisines of Ecuador, Columbia and Mexico. The menu is illustrated with vibrant photos, categorized by the country from which each dish originates.
Things to do in Bend after the feast

Nov 26, 2024 | bendbulletin.com | Janay Wright |Andy Tullis

T hanksgiving is all about gathering to consume good food and express gratitude alongside family, friends and, in my uncle's case, fellow condo residents who set up in communal spaces to serve their neighbors. According to National Public Radio, "The TSA expects this to be the busiest Thanksgiving travel period on record as millions of Americans will journey back home looking for someone to fight with."Reporter: 541-383-0349, [email protected]