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APERITIF

The Vengeful Spaniard’s Sangria

Inigo Montoya’s quest to avenge his father, Domingo Montoya, is one of the most gripping side-plots in film history with a seriously satisfying outcome. Sangria originated in Spain, and it combines red wine with fresh fruits, and sometimes contains juices, spices, and other spirits. The word Sangria means “blood” in Spanish, due to the blood-red color of the drink, which is quite appropriate for our favorite Spaniard with a blood oath to avenge his father.

COURSE ONE

Wedding Charcuterie

Humperdink and Buttercup’s wedding may have been a farse, but it sure was impressive. Perhaps there is more than one reason Humperdink wanted to skip to the end of the ceremony.

A charcuterie of prosciutto, cheeses, and fruits.

COURSE TWO

Not a Lot of Money in Revenge Beggar’s Purses

We first hear Inigo’s tale of vengeance and woe atop the Cliffs of Insanity, in the ruins where the sword fight would soon take place, whilst he and the Man in Black have their pre-battle get-to-know-you chat. Inigo tells the Man in Black about his life’s purpose and how, after years of searching, he’s still been unable to locate the six-fingered man who murdered his beloved father. He explains that this isn’t exactly the most lucrative lifestyle, so he works for Vizzini to pay the bills. These tasty morsels are often called “beggar’s purses” because of their unique shape, which is similar to a coin purse.

Edible coin purses baked with bacon, goat cheese and herbs.
Vegetarians will receive your beggar’s purse sans bacon.

COURSE THREE

Arancini à la Vizzini

Vizzini is a man of dizzying intellect—quite possibly the smartest man who ever lived (by his own estimation). During the Battle of Wits, he admonishes Westly for falling for one of the two classic blunders: going against a Sicilian when death is on the line. The other blunder is being “never get involved in a land war in Asia.” Arancini is a classic Sicilian appetizer.

Fried balls of creamy risotto with mushrooms, cheeses, and spices.

COURSE FOUR

The Albino’s Pre-Torture Nourishment

In the Pit of Dispair, the Albino walks in carrying a plate of food and drink for Westley. This course will make you hale and hearty enough to withstand The Machine.

Roasted pork tenderloin with apples and a bright, herbaceous sauce.

 

Hippopotamic Land Mass Lollipop

Chicken leg lollipop with a succulent sweet and smokey flavor that will satisfy the giant in you.

 

Vegetarians will receive a Turkish veggie dish called Turlu Turlu, similar to ratatouille.

 

The Sea After a Storm: Dark and Stormy

After rescuing Buttercup, while still in disguise as the Man in Black, Westly is jealous and hurt by Buttercup’s betrothal to Humperdink, and he antagonizes her relentlessly. He prods Buttercup about her lost lover, and she describes him as “poor and perfect with eyes like the sea after a storm.” This mocktail is a take on a Dark ‘N Stormy — a cocktail made with dark rum and ginger beer. No alcohol will be used in our version.

DESSERT

Beverage: Four White Horses

In true fairy-tale fashion, our story closes with the four heroes escaping on four white horses riding off into adventures unknown. An alternative ending to the film had Fred Savage’s character go to his window to see Westley, Buttercup, Inigo, and Fezzik riding off into the night. This drink contains four “white” components that will have you riding off into the night.

Lightning Sand Parfait

Lightning sand is the second of the three terrors which Westley and Buttercup encounter in the Fire Swamp. But what would it taste like?

Graham cracker base, vanilla wafers, chocolate cookies, cream cheese & créme fraîche.

~OR~

Lime Posset

Adding citrus juice to cream causes it to curdle, much like Yellin’s blood when Inigo tells Pezzik to rip off his arms. This results in a creamy custard called a posset.

Deliciously smooth, sweet & tangy. Paired with a shortbread cookie.

THE FINE PRINT

This is dinner best suited for carnivores and vegetarians. We apologize, but we will be unable to accomodate a vegan diet.

No substitutions; however, we can accommodate food allergies.

$150 per person

Wine, beer, and sodas will be available for purchase.

Gratuity

The team at There and Back will be striving to make The Princess Bride dining experience something memorable for you. Any gratuity you’d like to leave for the staff at the end of your evening would be greatly appreciated.

Limited Seating Requests

We do not have many private two-top tables. Those wishing private dining will be reserved on a first-requested basis on your ticket form. Otherwise, please be aware that you may be seated at a long table with others (it’s more fun that way, anyway!).

Cancelations & Refunds

Should you have something unexpected come up, to receive a full refund, please email heidi@thereandback.cafe no later than OCTOBER 2, 2024. No rolling of tickets to another dinner will be allowed.