Spirited Away

“Once you’ve met someone, you never really forget them.”

Overview

From the legendary imagination of director Hayao Miyazaki and the celebrated artistry of Studio Ghibli, Spirited Away is a landmark animated film that has captivated audiences around the world. The story follows a young girl named Chihiro, who becomes trapped in a strange new world of spirits. When her parents undergo a mysterious transformation, she must call upon a courage she never knew she had in order to free her family and find her way home. Blending breathtaking animation with deep emotional resonance, Spirited Away remains one of the most extraordinary achievements in modern cinema.

Culinary Menu

Appetizer
A Gift from the River Spirit
Chicken & Lemongrass Gyozas, House Ponzu, Allium
Entree
“Parent’s Pig-Out”
Grilled Pork Chops, Onion Compote, Chimichurri, Soft Herbs
Dessert
“Bathhouse Soap Bars”
Chocolate Crunch Cake, Raspberry, Local Flowers

Enter the spirit world of Spirited Away, where mysterious feasts, enchanted bathhouses, and strange creatures await beyond the tunnel. Tonight’s menu is inspired by the film’s unforgettable blend of wonder, magic, and transformation. Begin with A Gift From The River Spirit, delicate gyozas served with bright ponzu and allium, inspired by the powerful spirit whose arrival changes the bathhouse forever. Continue with Parent’s Pig-Out, a hearty pork dish referencing the unforgettable feast that greedily pulls Chihiro’s parents into the spirit world’s curse. Finish with Bathhouse Soap Bars, a playful chocolate crunch cake inspired by the herbal soaps and sweets found throughout Yubaba’s bustling bathhouse.

Menu Curated by Nicko Moulinos