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 Monday Dinner Party - 20th September 2010
 
$40 - Prix Fixe Dinner
Reservations: 212-505-5011
 
Guest Chef - Joseph Pasqualetto  
 
Greetings!
This Monday September 20th , we launch the fall series of our Monday Dinner Party at Alias.
 
This time, we're off to Spain with Gilt Restaurant executive sous chef Joseph Pasqualetto.
 
As you can see from the letter below to his friends and fans, Joe has fallen in love with Spain and Spanish cuisine over the years and is taking this opportunity to spoil us with a culinary trip around the country (see proposed menu below).
 
Joe is no stranger to us, having honed his slkills at 71 Clinton Fresh Foods before moving on to Gilt Restaurant where he is part of the team that has earned the restaurant 2 Michelin Stars for the last 2 years.
 
As usual, we'll open at 7pm so that you can kick off with a cocktail (we'll be featuring Joe's own creation for $8 - La Rambla!).  Dinner will be served at 7:30pm.
 
There's only one sitting and space is limited so be sure to make a reservation by calling (212) 505 5011.
  
As always please feel free to forward this email to any friends who you think might be interested in these events and encourage them to join our mailing list.  
 
Look forward to seeing you soon.
 
 
The Alias Crew
 
PS: Please note there is NO ZIPCARD DISCOUNT on this event.  
JOE'S LETTER
 
 
 
Dear Friends
 
Join me for a celebration of Spain - Monday 20th September!
 
Over the past ten years working in New York City I have had the opportunity to travel through Spain on three separate occasions.   Even with my extremely French training and Italian heritage, I have developed a soft spot in my heart for Spanish cuisine and most importantly the Spanish way of life. 
 
My most recent trip to Basque country has proven to be my most inspiring trip yet.  I was able to spend some very early mornings in the basement of the central Mercado de la Brecha.  This San Sebastian fish market, regarded one of the best in the world, is home to hundreds of different varieties of seafood.  A pleasant addition to this heavily fish based cuisine is the use of salt cured meats and impeccable produce.  In my opinion the one thing that makes the food of Spain the best in the world, is the casual manner in which they choose to enjoy it.
 
My friends at Alias restaurant are giving me the opportunity to recreate some of the things I love about Spanish cuisine right here on the Lower East Side as they have asked me to chef and host a dinner on Monday 20th September.  
 
I'm very excited with the menu that I have created (see below) and would love to have you join us at the dinner.  Be sure to reserve early, as these Monday Dinner Parties fill up fast - Call 212-505-5011 to make a reservation. 
 
Looking forward to seeing you...
 
Joe
 
Buen Provecho!
 
SEPTEMBER 20TH 2010
MONDAY NIGHT DINNER PARTY @ ALIAS
$40 PRIX FIXE
 
GUEST CHEF
JOSEPH PASQUALETTO
 
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ESPAŅA
 
 
CATALUNA
Market herb Salad
Heirloom tomato, Miticrema and salt cod
 
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LA RIOJA
Sardine in Vine leaves
Spiced cauliflower, Serrano ham, sunflower seeds and yogurt
 
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BASQUE COUNTRY
Grilled Spanish Octopus
Blistered sweet and hot peppers, olive and white beans
 
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ANDALUSIA
Arroz con Leche
Market fruit, Marcona almond and Pedro Ximenez
 
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COCKTAIL SPECIAL - La Rambla - $8
Muddled grapes, Fresh basil and gin
 
 
LOCATION:      ALIAS RESTAURANT, 76 CLINTON STREET (Corner Rivington), NYC
TIME:              7PM FOR 7.30PM
DATE:              MONDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER 2010
RESERVE:        (212) 505 5011
 
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Please note that menu may be subject to last minute changes depending on farmers' market availability. See you on Monday and have a great weekend!!