Host with the Most

Alumni-owned businesses to make holiday hosting a breeze

From desserts to charcuterie, these Portland area businesses can help you host with the most for your holiday gatherings. Some businesses are even offering special discounts for the PSU community.

Charcuterie Me

Founded by Portland native and first-generation refugee Nai Zhao ‘12, Charcuterie Me combines visual artistry with a love for food and connection. Each board, cone, and event is thoughtfully designed to bring people together over elevated flavors and beautiful presentations—perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting something truly memorable.

Order online and enjoy 10% off with the discount code VIKINGS2025. Code expires 1/31/2026. 

Tamale Boy Catering

Founded by Jaime Soltero Jr. ‘99, Tamale Boy offers a seasonally changing menu designed to highlight cuisine from various regions throughout Mexico. From a la cart options to full service formal event catering and staffing, Tamale Boy has many options for catering your next holiday gathering. 

Piece of Cake Bakery

Established in 1978, Piece of Cake Catering and Desserts is an award-winning bakery offering fabulous cakes, catering and desserts. But Piece of Cake is much more than cake. Founder and food designer Marilyn DeVault MS ‘70, has a flair for the unusual and elegant and aims to delight with her creations. 

Order online or call 503-234-9445

Khao Niew Lao Street Food

Khao Niew is a family-owned restaurant and bar started by siblings—including alum Ae Sangasy ‘00—that serves high-quality Lao food. They offer catering and private event space for all types of celebrations.