(See the entry for chorisis in Websterâs Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913.)
This is a reference to the minor controversy that brewed among Monk fans over the introduction of the new theme song It's A Jungle Out There written and performed by Randy Newman in the second season of Monk.
Peppermint Patty was also the title of a song by pianist Vince Guaraldi, which is the theme music for the character in the animated specials (starting with her first appearance in You're in Love, Charlie Brown).