Remembering Justin Woodward of Castagna & OK Omens - Encore of Episode #78 w/ Gary Okazaki

The Portland food community mourns the news of the sudden passing of one of its long-time brightest stars, Justin Woodward.  He passed away. losing a long battle with alcoholism, on Oct 2nd, in California.  He was best known for his work in the kitchens of Castagna and OK Omens in Portland.

 

This episode is a replay from our time with Justin and dear friend Gary Okazaki in 2016 when he was only one of two James Beard nominees from the Pacific Northwest.

Find a story of his life by Brooke-Jackson Glidden of Portland Monthly, here:

https://www.pdxmonthly.com/eat-and-drink/2025/10/justin-woodward-chef-obituary-castagna

 

And Justin's obituary here:

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/oceanside-ca/justin-woodward-12545297

 

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