Have you seen “Pig”? That movie with Nicolas Cage? It’s about a guy named Rob, who used to be a big-time chef. Now he lives in the woods with his truffle pig.
One day, someone captures his pig and he goes to Portland to bring it back. There’s this cool scene at a restaurant called Eurydice. But is it really a place to visit? Let’s find out!
So, Eurydice is not a real restaurant. It’s fake, made for the movie. But here’s the wild part – it was filmed at a real place in Portland called Saucebox.
Saucebox was this amazing Asian fusion place that opened in 1995. People loved it for its delicious food and late-night vibes.
It was located at 214 Southwest Broadway, a striking landmark in the heart of the city. But sad news – it closed in 2020 after COVID hit.
You can’t eat there anymore, but you can still see where they filmed it.
Why is it called Eurydice? It’s from the Greek story of two lovers, Orpheus and Eurydice.
She dies from a snake bite and Orpheus tries to save her from the underworld. He uses his music to charm the gods, but he looks back too soon and she’s gone. In “Pig,” Rob is like Orpheus chasing his stolen pig. The name is a sneaky hint at that story, which is pretty scary.
The Eurydice scene in the movie is epic. Rob goes in to find out who took his pig.
He meets Derek, who used to work for him. Derek now kidnaps Eurydice, but he’s not happy.He wanted a cool pub filled with things like fish and chips, not this fancy place full of overpriced food. Rob tells him, “You don’t really get much to worry about.” Oh!
That’s deep, showing how people sometimes give up their dreams for things that other people think are cool.
Nicolas Cage kills it in “Pig.” Everyone thought it was going to be a crazy action movie, like he punches people to save his pig. No!
It’s quiet and sad, but it’s so good. Critics raved about it, saying it’s one of Cage’s best roles. If you haven’t seen it, you have to see it – it’s not what you expect.
Imagine going to Portland as a “Pig” fan. You’re excited to see Eurydice, so you head to Southwest Broadway. You get to 214, and… it’s closed. Total disappointment! But then you explore anyway.
Maybe you’ll hit a food truck for some tacos or find a diner with killer pancakes. There’s so much good food in Portland, you’ll still have fun. It’s like Rob’s vibe – simple food always beats fancy.
There’s so much to see! They built Rob’s Cabin in Eagle Fern Park – perfect for hiking. The Broadway Bridge is also in the movie and it’s a Portland classic.
Plus, Cage spent time at Le Pigeon during filming, a real restaurant that has great food. You can taste it there and feel like you’re in the movie.
“Pig” really makes you think about food. Eurydice is all fancy and fake, while Rob’s cooking is real and heartfelt. It’s like choosing between a $50 salad or your mom’s homemade spaghetti. I’ll choose the spaghetti every time – it tastes better and doesn’t cost a fortune.
What if someone opened a real Eurydice one day? Imagine this: a cozy place with movie-inspired, delicious food and a cool atmosphere. They could name dishes after Rob and his pig – like “Truffle Hunter Stew.” I’d be first in line!
So, Eurydice isn’t real, but her story lives on. The Saucebox may be gone, but Portland food is still as exciting. Next time you’re there, ditch the fancy stuff and find a place to eat. That’s what Rob will do.
