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Word: pastitsio (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1960-1969
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...riddle an unknown victim when he comes through the door. With an ominously metallic rattle, a dumbwaiter suddenly reveals itself behind a false panel in the wall. On it is an order for "two braised steak and chips, two teas without sugar," followed by a demand for "macaroni pastitsio." In a nervous swivet, Ben and Gus pile on their own stale snacks. But the machine is insatiable, asking for "one Char Siu and bean-sprouts." The men shout through a decrepit speaking tube that they have no more. Gus leaves for a drink of water, and the speaking tube instructs...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Theater: Pinter Patter | 12/7/1962 | See Source »

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