Sweetest Event in Philly: The Franklin Fountain & The Gaslight’s Chocolate Drinks & Dinner (Dec. 18)

Franklin Fountain

Looking for that sweet culinary event this holiday season? If so, we’ve got the perfect one for you. The Franklin Fountain and The Gaslight are teaming up to present a four-course dinner paired with exceptional chocolate drinks on December 18 at The Gaslight.

Guests who attend this $45 per person meal will indulge in culinary offerings from executive chef Jason Cichonski of The Gaslight and delicious sweet drinks from Eric and Ryan Berley of The Franklin Fountain and Shane Confectionary. For those who crave adult beverages with their meal, guests can select a Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey pairing, with beverages prepared by The Gaslight mixologist Maria Polise, for an additional $25. Staggered seatings will take place between 6:30–8:30 p.m. and there will be a maximum of 65 seats for this event, so you don’t want to delay in getting your reservations for this unique pairing event.

Want to catch a glimpse as to what awaits you on December 18? Here you go!

First Course

Salmon Crudo

Aztec Xocolatl Cacao Tea

“Rock ‘n Rye” cocktail (Dad’s Hat accompaniment) 

Second Course

Butternut Squash Risotto

Champurrado Atole

Sazerac (Dad’s Hat accompaniment)

Third Course

Beef Short Rib

Tuscan Jasmine Drinking Chocolate

Scofflaw (Dad’s Hat accompaniment)

Fourth Course

Caramelized Banana Tart

Some Mores Ice Cream

Port Wine Barrel-Finished Rye (Dad’s Hat accompaniment)

Ready to secure a seat for this fabulous pairing dinner with Jason Cichonski and Eric and Ryan Berley? Grab your reservations by phone at (215) 925-7691 or online via The Gaslight reservations page.

Find The Gaslight at 120 Market Street in Philadelphia; phone: (215) 925-7691.