Lean into your literary side at Ainslie (199 Bowery) on Sunday, March 10th from 12pm-2pm at the restaurant's first Books and Brunch event with award-winning author and New York Times contributor, Alix Strauss. Join in on a very special Sunday afternoon of curated cuisine and conversation hosted by Alix Strauss and centered around her cult classic The Joy of Funerals, which has been re-issued in celebration of its 20th anniversary. The Joy of Funerals is a collection of stories that explores the lives of nine young women, each willing to take drastic measures to fill the voids created by longing and loneliness. Tying these women together is Nina, a lonely, single, thirty-something Manhattanite who attends stranger’s funerals in the hope of bonding with the mourners. This special $79.99 prix-fixe brunch will include “Mourning Mimosas,” a signed copy of The Joy of Funerals and a reading and conversation with Alix herself. Indulge in mouth-watering appetizers like Meatballs Pomodoro and Fontina Arancini. Entrees include your choice of dishes like French Toast, Avocado Toast or Orecchiette Pasta, and Banana Bread Bites will round out an absolutely perfect meal. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: https://ainsliebowery.com/event/books-brunch-alix-strauss/. Tickets are incredibly limited and selling fast, so secure your spot for an unforgettable Sunday today.