This December, celebrate the holiday like a true Italian by dining on a Seven Fishes Feast. From December 21st until December 24th, food lovers are invited to fill their stomachs to the brim with an authentic and unforgettable meal.
Chef John Brandt-Lee will revisit his Italian heritage by serving the Seven Fishes Feasts at his two Rustic Italian restaurants — Avalon Restaurant in West Chester and Avalon Pasta Bistro in Downingtown. The 5-course seafood prix fixe menu, including antipasti, pasta, secondi, insalata digestivo and dolci will be available at both restaurants.
This feast (menu below), which is designed to be ordered by the entire party, is $45 per person; $15 for children under 12. Child-friendly options will be available, as will a limited a la carte menu. Reservations necessary. For reservations at Avalon Restaurant, 312 S. High Street, West Chester, call 610/436-4100. For reservations at Avalon Pasta Bistro, 78 West Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, call 610/873-4200.
Antipasti (served family style)
Fried Smelts, White Anchovies, Fried Cod & Calamari Salad
Pasta
Linguini with Shrimp, Mussels & Crab in San Marzano Red Sauce
Secondi (choice of)
Skate Wing with Brown Butter Sauce and Crab Apple Mostarda, Risotto Style Orzo
Tilapia Piccata with Capers, Lemon and White Wine, Mashed Potatoes
Insalata Digestivo
Organic Mixed Greens with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Dolce (served family style)
Fresh Fruit and Cheese
*sweet dessert from regular dessert menu may be substituted
Photograph courtesy of Avalon Pasta Bistro.
