About this episode
Tater tots are ubiquitous in Portland. You can get them specially seasoned and served with creative dipping sauces — or even as “totchos,” aka tater tot nachos. But did you know a big reason for that is because Oregon invented the tater tot?! Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking with food writer and OPB’s Superabundant newsletter producer Heather Arndt Anderson about Oregon’s starchy history and picking a few spots that excel in our state’s snack of choice. This episode first aired on July 31, 2023 Tater tot spots featured in this episode: Fire on the Mountain McMenamins Bottle Rocket Burgers Hungry Tiger Read more: How 2 Oregon Brothers’ Efforts to Mitigate Food Waste Created the Beloved Tater Tot [OPB] Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448 . Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland , and be sure to follow us on Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Chelsea Handler at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Nov. 2 & 3