Monkey Town, scene of those “swamp” and “forest” themed dinners, is really outdoing itself this time by pairing simultaneous screenings of pig-related movies (Animal Farm, Delicatessen, Porco Rosso, and Black Moon) with a $40, six-course dinner incorporating pig parts such as spleen, liver, and ears. You’re definitely going to want to see the menu, available May 29 through 31 (reservations at 7:30 p.m. each night).
The Menu
rolled pig spleen
cornichons, ground mustard, toast
sorrel, chicory and crispy ear salad
dried salted pig’s liver
radishes, capers, boiled eggs
crispy pig’s tails
watercress, dijon, vinegar
roast pork loin
turnips, garlic and anchovies
bacon apple pot de crème