Cowlitz Indian Tribe Opens New Seafood Restaurant in Ridgefield
What happened
The Cowlitz Indian Tribe opened sámn on October 1, a seafood-forward restaurant located in Ridgefield. The restaurant replaces Line & Lure, which closed in September. sámn is designed around Pacific Northwest ingredients and foodways, featuring seafood, stews, and other regional dishes.
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Why it matters
Tribal leaders stated that the restaurant reflects the tribe’s connection to its land and waterways. Chris Rippy, vice president of food and beverage, noted that the restaurant commits to showcasing regional resources and partners with local vendors for seafood and vegetables.
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Who's involved
- ChrisVice president of food and beverage at sámn
- RidgefieldCity where the new tribal destination restaurant is located
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- RidgefieldSpeculative
New destination restaurant could increase local tourism and spending in Ridgefield.
- Clark CountySpeculative
The new tribal-owned restaurant may generate local revenue and jobs, increasing the county's economic base.
- OregonSpeculative
The new tribal destination restaurant might increase local tourism and economic activity in the state.
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The entities involved
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Pacific Northwest
region of western North America
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Columbia River
river in North America; flows from British Columbia, through Washington, and along the Washington-Oregon border to the Pacific Ocean