Cross the river and head to the Hawthorne District to browse cookbooks at Powell's Books for Home and Garden.
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Don't miss the Powell's Books for Cooks & Gardeners - just a few doors down from this location. The one for C&G is also attached to Pastaworks - that delectable gourmet grocery store with the best selection of deli, cheese selection, fresh pasta, bakery, wine and meat.
Between Pastaworks and Powell's C&G, I could probably spend much of my paycheck.
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This Powell's is much smaller than the original on Burnside (then again, what store isn't?) and so much cozier. They have a great selection of books, and the staff are all very helpful with suggestions.
It's right in the heart of the Hawthorne District, so it's a great place to grab a book you've been meaning to read, sip a soy latte, and browse your new find while you people watch.
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