Today we’d like to introduce you to Megan Hoang.
Hi Megan, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
Adelleda is a 100% plant-based restaurant, pasta bar, and cocktail lounge in Portland, Oregon. What started as a small food cart has grown into a space that brings together creative cooking, thoughtful cocktails, and genuine hospitality. Our menu highlights handmade pasta, seasonal dishes, and locally sourced, organic, and foraged ingredients, all inspired by the Pacific Northwest.
Adelleda is also home to Vtopian Artisan Cheeses, a Portland-based vegan cheese company that’s been part of the local food scene for nearly 12 years. Together, we’ve created a space where people can enjoy everything from a casual lunch or cocktail to a special night out. Our goal is to make plant-based dining exciting, approachable, and welcoming to everyone, whether they’re vegan or not.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road! We’ve had our fair share of ups and downs, including a few changes in ownership along the way. But Meg, Bobby, and Riley are here to stay, and we’re excited to take Vtopian and Adelleda to the next level. The food industry has faced a lot of challenges over the past few years, and we’ve certainly felt those struggles ourselves. But through it all, we’ve kept pushing forward because we genuinely love what we do. We believe in the food we create, the community we’ve built, and the positive impact we can make. At the end of the day, that’s what keeps us going, even when things get tough.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
One of the things that makes us special is that the three of us all bring something different to the table. Meg, Bobby, and Riley each have our own strengths, backgrounds, and experiences, and together we’ve been able to build something we’re really proud of. We’ve also been incredibly fortunate to work alongside and learn from some amazing, influential people in the food and hospitality industry over the years. Those experiences have helped shape who we are and how we approach what we do today.
Between Vtopian and Adelleda, we specialize in creating unique, thoughtful, plant-based food, from our small-batch artisan cheeses to handmade pastas, seasonal dishes, and creative cocktails. We love showing people that plant-based food can be exciting, approachable, and full of flavor without feeling like anything is missing.
What we’re most proud of is the community we’ve built and the people who have helped us get here. We have an incredibly talented team, and we’re lucky to be surrounded by people who care just as much about what we’re creating as we do. We don’t want to be known simply as a vegan restaurant or cheese company. We want to be known for really good food, genuine hospitality, and creating a space where everyone feels welcome.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://adelledapdx.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adelledapdx/
