“The Black Dog looms as a reminder of what is lost in the pursuit of immediacy.” “Jollibee is the representation of the Filipino,” said Mr. Uy, “hardworking yet always happy,” contrasting the popular fast-food mascot with his Black Dog avatar, a big, vaguely threatening figure. “I thought of the Black Dog — obedient, and loyal,” as serving as the shadow of the other mascot, he said. When we left the restaurant later in the evening, the dog was up, vicious, growling, locked in a fight with another dog. The Black Dog dinner at Now Now will be held over three nights on Aug. 7 to 9.