Category Archives: Casa Isleña

La Copa Llena at the Black Eagle

The new restaurant: La Copa Llena at the Black Eagle. We’re hard at work trying to get open by November 1st. A menu featuring old favorites and new experiments. Beautiful sunsets, great booze, good music. All what you’ve come to expect … Continue reading

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papaya thief in portland: updates from the west

Hi, it’s been a while. Here’s what’s going on: When I get to work there’s a list waiting for me. I fold my towels, set up my cutting board, start collecting all my tools for the day. I weigh out … Continue reading

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Smoked duck breast

I’ve been having fun curing and smoking the Berkshire bellies. They’ve been coming out delicious–a little bit sweet with a bit of smoke, a black pepper bite, and a nice marble-y crunchy slice after we par-bake then crisp it on … Continue reading

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House-cured bacon

Berkshire pork belly dry cured for three days and smoked by the crew at lucky 13!

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Quiche this week!

Aged cheddar, spinach, and leeks

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Brioche for tomorrow’s monte cristo

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70 lb kingfish!

Keep small children and pets away.

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Wahoo!

Fresh fish from the other day. And Goldstein.

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Weekend Special: Belly!

Heirloom pork belly braised in Txakoli (basque white grape), with puy lentils and charred brocolette.

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Posole!

Hominy stew with cinnamon-chipotle braised pork shoulder, cabbage, poached egg, pico de gallo, lime and corn tortilla.

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