Kirk, Jerry, Pam and Sally. These are human…er, flesh…well, fake human flesh that you can order on Texas Chainsaw Massacre 50th anniversary BBQ Food Truck, located in the SDCC Petco Park interactive area. Yes, it’s been 50 years tobe hooper showed the world his shocking and controversial films Texas Chainsaw MassacreIt tells the story of a psychopathic cannibal family whose protagonist is the one and only Leatherface (originally written by Gunnar Hansen).
BBQ is the perfect way to convince Comic-Con goers to take time out of their busy schedules to visit a food truck (courtesy of San Diego’s Food Service) vanish into thin air). Lifelong fans of the series may immediately notice that the names on the meat selections belong to the main cast of victims in the film. Kirk is the brisket, Jerry is the pork, Pam is the chicken, and Sally is the Impossible Vegan Meatballs (which makes sense, since she’s the last girl in the story, the one who survives).
Those who say “well, they forgot about one of the original characters, Sally’s paraplegic brother Franklin” need not worry. His is a 1/4 pound all-beef hot dog that you can pair with two other types of meat for a few bucks. Trust Leatherface to never exclude anyone from his picnic.
Entree options include dishes with names like “Slaughterhouse Sammies” and “Leatherface’s Stack-o-Meat,” which are available in wraps, sliders, mixed greens or house-flavored chips. Prices are fair and portions are plentiful. It wouldn’t be right if the chainsaw-wielding butcher ended up measuring portions and cheating people out of their carefully budgeted comic book cash.
The plate was huge and messy, the meat fell on the salad and chips, and BBQ sauce splattered everywhere. I had the “Leatherface’s Stack-o-Meat” with Kirk, Jerry, and Pam, which came with chips, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa, black beans, and homemade cilantro lime dressing.
Honestly, I don’t see Leatheface making cilantro sauce or adding black beans to anything. He looks like a guy who likes mashed potatoes and meat. Go for simplicity without compromising the natural flavor and juices of the meat. That said, it was a very satisfying meal that got me through a long day at conferences without having to go on another big food outing.
Leatherface himself was at the food truck, eager to take selfies with those ordering from his establishment, who proved to be just as depraved as he was. As far as celebrating horror series goes, this is one of the smartest I’ve seen in a while. Made even more special by one very meaningful detail: a gentle request for recognition.
While online, you can scan the QR code next to the truck, which will open a link to the National Film Registry website at the Library of Congress so you can nominate Texas Chainsaw Massacre Be included in the next batch of inductees. Anyone can visit the website and nominate up to 50 films that they think deserve inclusion. The National Film Registry compiles a list of 25 films each year that are deemed important enough to deserve preservation for their contribution to the medium. Past winners include back to the Future, home alone, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, clerk, Shrek, Carrieand iron Man.
It shows great appreciation for the film and ensures the idea doesn’t feel like an empty cash grab. Once you’re done, find a seat in the shade to enjoy your meat dish. As far as comic convention events go, you can’t ask for more. Even if you want to ask for more or complain, you shouldn’t. Leatherface seems eager to add difficult people to the menu.
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