If getting a reservation at Tusk wasn't hard enough, try the week after Bon Appéitit named the Portland restaurant one of 50 finalists for Best New Restaurants of America 2017.

Yes, we love the fresh, bright take on Middle Eastern flavors. The Magic Carpet Ride (aka “chef’s-choice) – featuring a dreamy sequence of mostly seasonal vegetables – was an abundant delight. And, we’re equally wild about the Palm Springs vibe created by Jessica Helgerson Interior Design. The whole experience felt like a mini vacation to another vibrant climate. 

Tusk's a perfect example simplexity and global locality themes.