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October 21, 2017

The Cook, The Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

An Eight-Course Tasting Menu After Peter Greenaway

Our theme is the brutal and stunning 1989 Peter Greenaway film of the same name. A prix fixe eight-course tasting menu served within a dining space dramatically staged to mimic the elegance (and horror) of the titular cook’s restaurant, Le Hollandais, all while Michael Nyman’s haunting score sets the mood. We encourage all guests to watch the film and come dressed in an elaborate ensemble inspired by legendary costumer and designer Jean-Paul Gaultier.

This supper has already taken place. The menu is kept here as part of the archive.

October 21, 2017

The Cook, The Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

An Eight-Course Tasting Menu After Peter Greenaway

Introduction

“What are you doing in there, Georgie?”

Aperitif served with Parmesan Cornets + Chèvre + Caviar

Thursday

“You know… I’m an artist; the way I combine my business and my pleasure.”

Aspic With Egg + Truffles + Farmer’s Market Vegetables

Friday

“Bon Appetit… It’s French.”

“Bone Marrow” + Leek + Housemade Crostini

Saturday

“Looks like catfood for constipated French rabbits!”

“Grilled Cheese” Gnocchi + Blistered Tomato Salad + Sourdough Praline

Sunday

“What Is He Eating Right Now?”

Avocado Mousse + Prawns

Intermission

“Sing The High Note!”

Lemon Shandies

Monday

“I’ve given you a good dinner, you can have a nice drink.”

Mushroom Consommé + Citrus Sorbet

Tuesday

“They stuffed him with pages torn from his favorite books.”

Roast Duck + Demi Glace + Pomme Fondant + Peas

Wednesday

(Closed — A Private Event) “It’s a delicacy — and you know where it’s been.”

Cornbread Financier + Strawberry + Rhubarb + Citrus Cream + Caramel

From The Evening

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