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An Evening of Perfect ROOT Pairings at ALFA

Alfa was packed to the gills last night with Philadelphians eager to be regaled with five ROOT-infused courses and five complementary ROOT cocktails. From the ROOT-cured gravad amuse bouche to the “Dust and Beans” finale, the menu did not disappoint. And the ROOT kept flowing until 2am. Not bad for a Tuesday night!

 

It’s impossible to say that any one pairing stole the show, but Kate Loeb’s “Dr. Hadley’s ROOT Restorative” made quite a strong case. Paired with an apple-and-raisin-stuffed, ROOT-brined pork loin, the ROOT Cocktail Competition champion played wonderfully on the course’s fall flavors, conjuring images of apple orchards and all things autumnal. What a way to ease into the colder months!

 

Check out the pictures and recipes below in case you missed it!

 

Amuse Bouche
A delicate morsel, utilizing Root Liquor, designed to excite the palate.

First Course
Sweet Corn and Lobster Summer Soup

paired with
Bomba Shack – by ALFA’s Lauren Phillips

Second Course
Seared Scallop with Root & Black Truffle Foam and Wild Mushrooms

paired with
Dr. Maloney’s Restorative Elixir – by The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co.’s  Colin Shearn

Third Course
Root Brined Pork Loin – stuffed with Apples and Raisins and served with a Rosemary Celeriac Puree and Root Demi Glace

paired with
Dr. Hadley’s Root Restorative by Oyster House’s Katie Loeb (guest bartended)

Fourth Course
Grilled Venison – Huckleberry Reduction, Root infused Potato Hash

paired with
Pennsyltucky Smash by Noble American Cookery’s Christian Gaal (guest bartended)

Dessert
Root Float Roundabout – Root Ice Cream with Vanilla Creme Soda

paired with
Dust and Beans by ALFA’s Lauren Phillips

 

Check out our Flickr for even more photos from last night’s ALFA event.