PoMo's Karen Brooks lands another scoop: She reports today that Chris Israel of Gruner fame is expanding his empire to include a new bar near his Alpine spot on SW Alder. Per the bubbling Brooks: "Expect a cave-like grotto with candlelight and snifters of brandy. But instead of Grüner’s dress-up vibe and Middle Europa obsession, the focus will be local drinks, local cheeses, local charcuterie." No opening date set yet. [EatBeat]
