Thursday, December 21, 7:00 pm
Members $100, General Public $130

As the holiday season approaches, Alsace transforms into an enchanting Christmas wonderland complete with illuminated streets, celebratory festivals, and regional delicacies. Chef Philippe Roussel of NYC’s Café d’Alsace will give us a taste of the festivities when he joins us at the Beard House for a sumptuous Alsatian feast.

Hors d'Oeuvre

Tart Flambé

Goat Cheese Tarts

Pike Quenelles

Domaine Ehrhart Crémant d’Alsace Blanc de Blancs Brut NV

Dinner

Roasted Chestnut Soup with Chanterelles and White Truffle Oil
Domaine Ehrhart Rosenberg Gewürztraminer 2004

Pan-Seared John Dory with Wild Rice, Winter Vegetables, and Sauce Grenobloise
René Muré Grand Cru Vorbourg Riesling 2003

Roasted Venison Loin with Venison Sausage, Celery Root Purée, Roasted Lady Apple, Haricot Verts, and Red Wine–Lingonberry Sauce
Hugel & Fils Jubilee Hugel Pinot Noir 2003

Chocolate Pot de Crème with Chocolate Fondant and Chocolate Sorbet
Quinta do Noval 10-Year-Old Tawny Port

Mignardises