Ideas Behind Dishes.

From here to there, from there to the dish.

I wanted to display some of the dishes we present and the processes in which we get to the final product. I think the evolution of the process is sometimes as interesting as the final product. Our inspirations come from many places. Sometimes it is comfort, regional classics, a products enviroment, or sometimes it's just a fun whim that we can't help ourselves but to present. We take these ideas and combine them with the seasons. Our focus is always to present a dish that shows skill and sometimes innovation, but to always focus on ingredients first. We try not to manipulate or obscure their original integrity or flavors too much. It is also a balance of presenting dishes to our eaters that are challenging and sometimes fun, but not overwhelming or uncomfortable.

BLT Cake                                   Chili Cheese Fries

Tomato Ahi Tartare                    BBQ Pork Jowl Sandwich                  

Turducken                                  Braised Pork Tails

Loaded Gnocchi                          Rock Lobster

Sweet Potato Gnocchi                Ants on a Log

Lobster Truffle                            Kegsteds New Poptarts

Potato Textures                         Last of Summer Popsicle

Scrambled Urchin                       Northwest River Trout

Candied Apple
                          Rabbit Cassoulet

Lobster Spring Roll                   Brussel Sprout Textures     


Virtual Paella                            Spring Grass

Green Bean Casserole             Sourdough Ice Cream