Hat Yai’s Alan Akwai Talks Takeout Chicken and Martinis in Portland | Eater Portland

"A longtime sentimental favorite from upbringing in Portland — “I was born and raised in Portland, so the Jake’s locations still have this special place in my heart. I went to dinner for my senior prom there, my siblings’ birthdays, graduations.” One of Akwai’s best friends is the sous chef there. For weekday lunch they order the Cobb salad: “we go there and get the Cobb salad, which is so classic. They put a bunch of avocado on there, it’s really generous.” He also mentions drinks there: “We have John Dalys, Arnold Palmers with vodka. That’s the day off date. Comfort and consistency.”" - Thom Hilton