The Oregon coast is abundant with culinary delights, from delicate mushrooms to savory seafood and delectable game. Its original inhabitants were glad to take advantage of such abundance, and how they prepared their food influences our eating habits to this day. For many Native Americans, the coast and food are entwined by their very existence.

Celebrating this age-old connection is the third annual Taste of Native America & the Oregon Coast, to be held at Three Rivers Casino & Hotel Friday, Nov. 4. The event brings together chefs from tribes throughout the Oregon coast for competition, sampling and demonstrations.

KVAL featured Best Thai Cuisine on Tasty Tuesday.  Check out the video above to learn more about this Florence restaurant, located at 1565 9th Street.

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KVAL featured Feast on Tasty Tuesday.  Check out the video above to learn more about this Florence restaurant, located at 294 Laurel St.

Do you have a favorite local restaurant or product you would like to see featured on a Tasty Tuesday segment?  Send us an email at kvalnews@kval.com, or find us on Facebook.