Janelle likes to write things about food, travel, KETAMINE, CBD (Cannabidiol), CANNABIS and psychedelics.

She also likes chocolate. Lots of chocolate.

 
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Skinny Pot: Could Weight-Loss Weed Be Next?

CBD has dominated the cannabis wellness market so far — but THCV could be the next contender.

What Is Nano-Emulsified CBD and Is It More Effective?

Despite the tremendous therapeutic promise of cannabidiol (CBD), some users who try it report they don’t feel its effects. Why could that be the case?

10 Women-Led Bookstores Across the U.S.

Find your next great read from one of these female-founded shops.

Strain Review: Pineapple Express

Upon the release of the film Pineapple Express the cannabis world stood back, took a breath and exhaled, “I want that herb.”

Strain Review: Animal Cookies

It is a universally acknowledged truth that many of the most beloved strains come from the Cookies family.

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Terpene Profiles: B-Ocimene

Plants with high β-Ocimene content include cannabis, basil, mangoes, mint, orchids and bay leaves.

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How To Take CBD

Everything you could ever want to know about CBD is just a click away.

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The Wide, Welcoming Arms Of Alice Dee

The ceiling had, quietly, without a word, folded in half.

15 Minutes With Aaliyah Nitoto and Sam Prestianni, Makers of Lavender Wine

“Something as beautiful and unique as lavender wine shouldn’t just be at a country club.”

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Try Fighting Depression With These Five Cannabis Strains

Science is on yo' side.

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The Best CBD Massage Oils

Read on to find out about seven of the best CBD massage oils and discover what makes a quality product.

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Terpene Profiles: Pinene

Pinene is an anti-inflammatory compound that acts as a bronchodilator and potent antimicrobial agent.

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The Most Romantic Cannabis-Friendly Getaways

Integrate travel and cannabis in fun and exciting new ways.

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The Most Stylish Cannabis-Themed Fashion Accessories

Part of the Forbes Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020 series.

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Meet The Fearless Lawyer Saving The CBD Industry

Chelsie’s continued work with medical marijuana and hemp makes her one of the few experts in an industry that’s constantly in flux.

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High-CBD Cannabis Strains

Patients can revel in the fact that some strains have been developed to treat a particular condition.

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My Mission to Unearth Portland's Greatest Strip Club Food

Could it be possible that strip club food, like that cheap-as-hell steak and lobster special, was actually delicious?

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Nanoemulsion In CBD Beverages, Explained

There are many different ways manufacturers can infuse cannabinoids into drinks.

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Welcome To The Country’s First Cannabis Speakeasy

Can I get a HOORAH?!

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The Mysterious Case of Japan’s “Dancing Zombie Squid”

You can’t make this stuff up.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Cannabis Drinks

“Cannabis drinks” is an umbrella term that encapsulates many kinds of drinks.

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Picon Punch Is The Winter Drink You Needed

The first thing you do after gulping down a Picon Punch is order another.

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CBD Holiday Gift Guide

Looking to uplift your mind and body after a challenging year?

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Getting To Know The Endocannabinoid System (ECS)

The ECS is like the body’s intracellular highway.

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Cannabis Side Effects and Drug Interactions

The findings presented below will help you make better choices regarding your healthcare options.

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Top 10 CBD Topicals: Lotions, Creams, and Salves

If you’re looking for relief from aches and pains a CBD topical might be your best bet.

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Inside The Mind of 'The Ether Bunny'

"I’ve seen plenty of this guy’s work around town and call me a killjoy but I really wish he would stop."

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New & Noteworthy: CBD

CBD is a non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis that’s rife with a rich array of health benefits.

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A Complete Tourism Guide To Portland’s 2018 Cannabis Scene

Portland is a mecca for cannabis lovers everywhere.

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Bioavailability Of Different CBD Products

Each type of CBD product can affect your body in different ways.

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How Vaping Affects Your Body: Nicotine vs. Cannabis

Many consumers find vaping to be a gentler, more effective way to consume cannabis.

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America's Greatest Urban Hotels

Dive into some of America's most stylish urban hotels across twenty of our favorite American cities.

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The Finest Cannabis Cookware & Accessories

Take your love of edibles, cooking and cannabis to the next level with these fancy gadgets.

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Take A Look Inside The World Of Cannabis Matchmaking

The couple who blazes together stays together.

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The Best Cannabis Products To Pair With Summer Songs

Dance with someone you love... and smoke a joint or two.

Seven Days in the Greek Islands with Lacey Stone by Janelle Lassalle (Albukhari) for Modern Adventure

Seven Days In The Greek Islands With Lacey Stone

For all the ladies out there dreaming of teal blue waters and hidden beaches.

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Behind The Scenes With Peak Extracts

Two badass ladies, one badass brand.

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Say Hello to Spring With These Floral Cannabis Accessories

Flowers and cannabis are a natural combination, which is why these floral cannabis accessories are so delightful.

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Italian Nonnas Share Their Secrets To Making The Best Pasta Sauce

Main takeaways: patience, mushrooms, and lots of wine.

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Gourmet Cannabis-Infused Chocolates

It’s truly life’s greatest pleasure.

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Everything You Need To Know About the Vaping Illness

All you need to know about the current vape crisis, what health officials are saying, and how to say safe.

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How Cannabis Molds, And Why That’s A Bad Thing

Cannabis may be a wonder plant but it’s also prone to its own unique challenges.

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How To Stretch $5 At Your Favorite Fast Food Chains

Every fast food menu, hack and insider tip to get you the most bang for your buck.

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A Completely Obsessive Ranking of Pepperidge Farm Cookies

Our writer ripped open a bag of every single Pepperidge Farm cookie currently available.

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5 Things To Know Before You Buy A Vape

Vaporizers are fairly accessible, cost-effective, easy to use and healthier for you than smoking.

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Oregon Leaf Magazine:

The Tannins & Terpenes Issue

Non-stop goodies ahead!

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Support These Charitable Cannabis Business That Give Back

Despite the hardships it’s still a thing of wonder that we get to work with such empathetic and caring people

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Elevate the Mood With These CBD-Infused Lubes

Heightened sensitivity, relief from dryness and tension, and stronger orgasms? SIGN US UP.

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Make Epic Shit and They Will Come

If you make cookie cutter copy why should anyone bother remembering who you are?

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Infused Grooming Products For The Man in Your Life

Treat the man in your life to something special, treat yo’ self, treat the neighbors, even.

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Rome, Tuscany & Florence with Chef Joshua McFadden

The Italy we know inspires and begs to be explored.

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8 Must Have CBD Products for Athletes

Using CBD in your workout can alleviate some of the most difficult parts of exercise.

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A History of Medical Cannabis

Here’s a look back at how far we’ve come.

San Francisco SOMA

It’s not often that a bar doubles as a coffee house and sushi lounge but hey—in San Francisco anything is possible.

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Cannabis CEOs Discuss How COVID-19 Has Affected Their Business

Logistical challenges, trials and tribulations…and a few clever solutions on how to cope with them.

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11 Food Experiences To Have in Portland Before You Die

Best to start with an empty belly.

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Rajasthan

A land of desert and jungle, elephants and camels, majestic forests and lavish palaces.

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Long-term Side Effects of Cannabis: What We Know

Many of the long-term effects of cannabis use are still unknown.

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Bringing Cannabis and Bowling Together

Cannabis businesses + bowling tournament = good times for all.

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The Most Sensual Steak (And Pizza) I Ever Ate

Nostrana reminds its diners of old Italian markets and grocery shops, big sit down family dinners around the table...

Come for the Food and Stay for the Rooms at This Retro-Glam Hotel in Charleston, SC

There’s plenty to love about The Emeline, but its most compelling point is its commitment to culinary excellence.

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How Cannabis Interacts With Psychedelics

Buckle your seatbelts, folks. We’re in for a hell of a ride.

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The Arab Restaurant That Reminded Me America is My Country, Too

At Dyafa, seeing people enjoying my heritage through food felt like a lifelong cloud of hatred was being lifted.

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The Best Cities in America for Next-Level Cannabis Experiences

Puff, puff, repeat.

Meet Jennifer Saesue, the Visionary Behind NYC Thai Hotspot Fish Cheeks

Her restaurant’s focus on seafood is redefining traditional Thai cuisine, one dish at a time.

Where to Find Birthday Freebies in Portland

Restaurants giving out free desserts, a brewpub slinging complimentary birthday beer, and the iconic Pip’s dozen.

What Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)?

Here’s what you need to know about depression and how to get support.

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How to Bake with CBD

One of the most delightful ways to incorporate CBD into your life is to bake with it.

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The Curious Case of Cannabis & Creativity

I profiled three badass ladies to get to the heart of what about cannabis kicks creativity into overdrive.

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The

Best CBD Pills and Capsules Of 2020

Check out the best CBD pills and capsules on the market.

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How to Make Kickass Korean BBQ In Your Backyard

Korean BBQ is a joyful celebration of fire, copious amounts of meat, and a whole lot of chili.

Strain Review: Mochi

The strain Mochi isn’t actually edible, but contains many of the same scents and flavors that the dessert does.

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This Adorable Midwest Town Is Like the Twilight Zone of Weird News

Escaped elephants and mythical gnomes await.

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An Introduction To Cooking With Cannabis

Everything you need to get cooking.

Strain Review: Sunset Sherbet

Sunset Sherbet is a visually striking, extra “frosty” strain.

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Elevate Your Galentine’s Day With These Social Strains

Galentine’s Day is just plain wonderful, and you should most definitely be celebrating it.

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Cannabis & Pain: A Personal Story

You would never think that a plant would be the hero of anyone’s story, but trust me when I say it was mine.

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Hemp 101: Understanding One Of Humanity’s Favorite Plants

Many people often use the terms ‘marijuana’, ‘cannabis’, ‘CBD’ and ‘hemp’ interchangeably.

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Top 10 CBD Gummies

One of the most convenient — and fun — ways to take cannabidiol (CBD) is through CBD gummies.

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Getting Around Oakland's Temescal Neighborhood

Fine eateries, fashion and other treasures ahoy!

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Behind The Scenes With Cannabis Charities

I asked cannabis nonprofits to share their thoughts on the state of the industry.

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12 Books That Will Change The Way You Think About Cannabis

What was once a movement shrouded in mystery is now an endless source of discovery and hope for many.

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Relax And Unwind With These CBD Spa Treatments

There’s no better way to honor the healing anti-inflammatory properties of CBD.

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Terpene Profiles: Terpinolene

Terpinolene’s aroma is commonly described as floral, fresh, and woodsy.

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Brighten Your Day With These Colorful Cannabis Accessories

It’s time to channel your inner unicorn.

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Anatomy Of The Cannabis Plant

A brief lesson in the anatomy of cannabis plants.

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Secondhand Cannabis Smoke: What’s the Evidence?

As cannabis legalization spreads, what are the effects of cannabis smoke to those who aren’t actually smoking?

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Five Anti-Anxiety Strains to Try

Get yo' relief on.

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5 Beginner-Friendly Disposable CBD Vape Pens

What’s not to love about a naturally occurring compound that boasts anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and analgesic properties?

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Portland Food Secrets You Definitely Want To Know

Oysters, tofu, debauchery and so much more.

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Five Anti-Anxiety Strains To Try

Fuck you, big pharma.

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Terpene Profiles: Limonene

Limonene is a naturally occurring terpene found in citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes.

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The Story Behind Z-Cube

This tropical, indica-leaning hybrid contains up to 30% THC.

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The Intrepid Foodie: Vegan Delights at Food for Friends

I used to take pride in the fact that I avoided vegetables at all costs, declaring that greens were “the food my food eats”.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best CBD Edibles

Arm yourself for the holidays with some delicious CBD edibles.

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East Coast Class At The Boston Ames Hotel

Welcome to Boston, baby.

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Terpene Profiles: Linalool

Linalool is a monoterpene compound known for its anxiolytic (anti-anxiety), calming effects.

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Meet Thrillist Portland’s Best Chefs

Trials, tribulations, and secrets behind the kind of chocolate chip cookies that take three days to make.

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What's the Scoop Opens Up South Waterfront Location

What the Scoop's approach skips the traditional (and time-consuming) approach of churning ice cream, opting instead to use liquid nitrogen.

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Five Sexy Strains For Getting It On

Not all strains are created equal: some are far better suited to doing the deed than others

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The Curry Quest Continues At The Chili Pickle

The perfect combo of sweet and spicy, except for holy mother wow was it spicy.

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What Is A Vaporizer?

Vaping can be a much safer consumption method as this process doesn’t produce smoke.

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Stay Thirsty, My friends: Burgers And Cocktails At Meat Liquor

Brighton's stylish Meat Liquor is clearly an homage to something lost and long gone: it has the feel of a 60's diner on steroids, revamped with modern day art.

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Eat, Sleep, Dance, Repeat: A Misfit's Guide to Brighton

Restaurants, clubs and pubs for the young, merry and hungry at heart (with a few more goodies to boot).

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An Intoxicating Mediterranean Romance At Serratto

It evokes that childhood feeling of a true comfort food made to enjoy warmly under a fuzzy blanket inside on a rainy day.

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A Weekend To Remember At We Are FSTVL

MK rules the stage with the intensity of a hypnotist: with his manipulation of the music and beats he appears to be a puppeteer, watching the crowd dance merrily along.

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10 Easy And Incredible Ways To Grill Your Breakfast

Hot coals can do amazing things to your breakfast game.

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Portland's Outstanding Bakeries, Mapped

Is there anything more enticing than the smell of dough baking in an oven?

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The Best Italian Restaurants In Portland Right Now

It’s best to get a bit of everything, including the Gnocco Fritto, aka fried bread with prosciutto and honey, salad, and lamb and pork ragu with rye tagliatelle.

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The Littlest Lion Tamer

For months now, he had been trying to convince the caravan to let him start training the lion, all to no avail.

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The Time I Tripped And Fell Into Heaven, aka Chocywoccydoodah

Silly name, drool-worthy cake & chocolate.

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The Power Of Emotional Branding

A discussion on the motivation, strategies and digital advertising techniques that go into creating lifelong customers.

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Sweet Cannabis’ Nu CBD Tincture Review

Alternatives to smoking include using a CBD topical or a tincture for longer term relief.

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There's A Secret, Profit-Free Bookstore "Forest" On Division Street

Secret Forest is not a bookstore, according to its owners. It is, instead, a forest.

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The Most Stylish, Affordable Cannabis Jewelry

Part of the Forbes Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020 series.

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Why You’ll Fall In Love With Pilot Farm

Some cultivars are grown with a lot more love than others, the kind of love that can only come from Mother Nature herself.

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Oregon Leaf Magazine: The Travel Issue

Highlighting some of the best cannabis tourism Oregon has to offer.

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Oregon Leaf Magazine: The Behind The Scenes Issue

Step inside and take a peek at what goes on behind closed doors.

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8 Sauces You Should Probably Be Grilling With

Don't coat that poor, helpless piece of meat in whatever generic BBQ sauce you have lying around.

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London Calling

I am never going to leave.

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Welcome to the UK's Most Fantastic festival: Boomtown

From pirates to pixies to gypsies and beyond, Boomtown’s credo is dedicated to honoring that basic human impulse that brings everyone together at festivals: acceptance.

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Celebrating London Fashion Week With Isabella Blow At One Aldwych

These were no mere mushrooms: they'd been soaked in whiskey following an infusion of butter for over 12 hours before being sauteed...

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Comparing Vapes: PAX 2 vs. PAX 3

Only one can rule them all.

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Where To Eat Out In Lake Oswego, Mapped

Here’s a map to help you stroll with purpose (and a full belly).

Coastal Living Meets City Life at This Stylish Hotel in Charleston, SC

“It’s the place to be in Charleston.”

These 7 Cannabis-Fueled Restaurants Will Take You To New Highs in the Most Delicious Way

Get yo’ greens on.

How To Become A Psychedelic Practitioner

There are a number of psychedelic therapy programs available to enroll in today.

Getting Started With Sex Magick

What is sex magick, anyways? 

What Are the Types of Depression?

From mild to severe depression, we’ll explore symptoms of seven types of depressive disorders.

Strain Review: Gorilla Glue

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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7 Creative Advertising Methods For Cannabis Businesses

How can a business grow in an industry with no federal regulation? Find out here.

Strain Review: Cherry Chem

Cherry Chem is said to be a great strain to boost creativity, a trait it likely inherited from its Durban Poison grandparent.

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I Drank 150 Margaritas in 3 Days

I don’t think humans were built for this.

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See The Future At Oracle

In an era when coffeehouses are more flash than substance, finding one that treats coffee with respect can be difficult.

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4 Keto-Friendly Infusion Hacks

The keto diet offers many health benefits such as reduced blood sugar levels and lower blood pressure.

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Why Cannabidiol (CBD) Is The Next Big Thing For Athletes

Few other compounds can offer the benefits that CBD does with relatively minor or no side effects.

Portland's Most Romantic Restaurants by Janelle Albukhari (Thrillist)

Portland's Most Romantic Restaurants

It's time to step up and see what this glorious, passionate city has to offer.

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What’s The Latest In CBD-Infused Foods?

How does the addition of CBD to edibles affect our bodies?

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Should You Stop Smoking Cannabis Because of The Coronavirus?

COVID-19 is not an equal opportunity virus.

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Cannabis 101: A Beginner's Guide

Learn how to make better, more informed purchasing decisions.

Strain Review: Duct Tape

Duct Tape was first introduced to the cannabis world through a breeder known as “ThaDocta”, aka Fletcher Watson.

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Three Ways to Make Cannabis Tea

Many prefer to consume cannabis in this way as the effects of cannabis tea last longer than smoking.

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How to Mitigate the Side Effects of Cannabis

A comprehensive list of cannabis’ side effects along with tips on how to relieve (and prevent!) each symptom.

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About CBG (Cannabigerol)

This miraculous cannabinoid holds a tremendous amount of therapeutic promise, particularly as a neuroprotectant and cancer-fighting agent.

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Toxic FDA-Approved Food Additives

3,000 out of the 10,000 chemicals on the FDA’s list of food additives have never been reviewed for safety.

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Every Type of Cannabis Oil, Explained

Dive in and learn more about every type of cannabis oil out there.

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The Best Cannabis Beauty Products

Cannabis topicals are a great way for canna-curious folk to experiment with the plant.

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How To Read A Certificate of Analysis (CoA)

Determining your ideal strain can be tricky, which is exactly why Certificates of Analyses are so important.

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Introducing EVOLVD's New "Living Resin" Cartridges

Innovative companies like Evolvd based out of Oregon are utilizing new proprietary methods to yield products with up to 30% terpenes.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Cannabis Glassware

Appreciate the finer things in life.

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Long-term Side Effects of Cannabis

Here's what the research says.

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Your Handy Dandy CBD Gummy Purchasing Guide

Tasty though they may be, not all CBD gummies are created equal.

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The Confusion Over CBD On College Campuses

While the popularity of CBD has been on the rise, students’ ability to access it poses a significant challenge.

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Transform Your Thanksgiving Leftovers With These Next-Level Recipes

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the most satisfying part about Thanksgiving are the leftovers.

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How To Make Cannabis Edibles With Concentrates

This is what we call the big leagues, folks.

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Valentine’s Inspired Cannabis Jewelry Everyone Will Love

Let’s celebrate shiny things together.

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The Best Dry Herb Vaporizers For Heavy Consumers

Pros only.

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Fight The Munchies With These West Coast THCV Products

Can THCV really help suppress your appetite?

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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Cannabis Skincare

The stress of holiday planning can cause all sorts of skin woes, but not with our friend cannabis!

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Sensi Vapes Founder Tara Jane Forrest On Sustainability and Diversity

Tara Jane Forrest has a mission that goes way beyond cannabis.

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The Finest Luxury Cannabis Jewelry

Part of the Forbes Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020 series.

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How To Cope When You Love A Drug Addict

If you had any sense at all, you would get out now.

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Terpene Profiles: Humulene

Have you ever smelled cannabis that reminds you of hops? If so you’ve encountered the terpene Humulene.

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Laser Vapes Are Apparently Coming Soon

Someday in the near future you can hope to have your very own cannabis laser vape pen.

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Oregon Leaf Magazine: The Hemp Issue

Explore all this magical plant has to offer.

Your Guide to the Best of San Francisco’s Mission District by Janelle Albukhari Lassalle

Your Guide To The Best Of San Francisco’s Mission District

Heaven is indeed a place on earth, and there’s an excellent chance it's at Tartine Bakery.

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Why You Need To Be Smoking Bull Run's "Silver Tip"

It’s nearly picture perfect, the end result of a long labor of love.

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8 PAX Era Pods To Get Excited About

Peek in to check out some of the country’s finest PAX Era pods and where you can find them.

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Tuxedo Mask's Unconditional Love for Sailor Moon Was Revolutionary—And Hot

“People these days have it all wrong. They believe that simply having good looks is what makes a girl beautiful.”

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Six Awesome Edibles You’ve Got to Try

In which I put a few edibles to the test...for science, of course.

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The Classiest Cannabis Accessories

Part of the Forbes Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020 series.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Cannabis Vaporizers

We have vaporizers, infused drinks and even topicals to soothe and comfort us now, and we’re better for it.

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Luxury Vape Brand Kurvana Leads The Way In Experiential Cannabis Marketing

Cannabis companies are turning to increasingly more creative solutions to get their name out there.

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The Best In Cannabis Fashion

Part of the Forbes Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020 series.

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Vets Weigh In On CBD’s Effectiveness

I talked to several veterinarians about their experience using CBD to help reduce anxious behaviors in animals.

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Dab Your Way Through the Holidays With These CBD Concentrates

Time to class it up.

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Get Romantic In Merry Ol' London Town

Move over, Paris: there's a new sheriff in town.

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The Best Cannabis Subscription Boxes

Dazzle your cannabis loving special someone with the best cannabis subscription boxes out there.

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Oregon Leaf Magazine: Women In Weed Issue

The best one of them all!!

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9 Harissa Recipes That'll Kick You in the taste buds

From mom's meatloaf to mom's bloody Mary (momma doesn't mess around!)

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Where To Eat Great Indian Food In Portland, Mapped

If you haven’t had the experience of chasing a spicy curry down with an ice-cold, refreshing beer, you really haven’t lived.

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Iconic Portland Food Cart Dishes You Have To Try

Time to crack open a beer and get exploring.

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The Beginner's Guide to EDC Las Vegas

Hear ye, hear ye: check out my righetous Beginner’s Guide to EDC Las Vegas in all its glory.

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East Portland Now Has The City's First Vegan Donuts

While Voodoo might have a few vegan options lurking up their sleeve, they’ve got nothing on Doe’s thoughtful, well-balanced creations.

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Drink Up, Me Hearties: A Delight At Willamette Week's Beer Pro Am

Beer me, baby.

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Enjoy The Holidays With These Pinene-rich Products

Nothing says winter quite like fresh, invigorating Pinene.