On July 16th at 6 p.m., join Chef Jason Azevedo of Pasta Therapy at Empress Tavern to celebrate Pasta Therapy’s Good Food Award! We’ll have communal dining, a no-host bar, and a taste of our award-winning pasta. The cost is $80 per person—come connect, savor, and raise a glass with us! The evening begins at 5:30 pm with aperitivo hour, the Italian tradition of relaxing with drinks and small bites before dinner. At 6:30 pm, guests will be seated communally for a multi-course, family style dining experience featuring handmade pasta and seasonal dishes prepared by Chef Jason. All menu items shown will be served family style for the table. Menu: ANTIPASTI - Salumi, artisan CA cheese, Marcona almonds, olives PRIMI - - Croquettas de Bacalao - Charred Radicchio, basil, strawberry, 24-month Parmesan Reggiano, Saba, CA olive oil - Harissa Carrot, feta, chickpea, shallot, brown butter-miso vinaigrette, herb salad SECONDI - Fusilli pumpkin seed pesto, squash, squash blossoms, lemon, pepita - Campanelli spicy vodka sauce, basil, bruleed ricotta - Radiatori with Bianchi family sugo IL DOLCE - Mousse al Ciaccalato dark chocolate, espresso creme fraiche, amaretti crumble Aperitivo hour with light bites Multi-course dinner by Chef Jason Azevedo of Pasta Therapy Seating is limited to 65 guests Cost: $80 per guest If you have any issues with your reservation, or any dietary concerns - please email alchemist.events@alchemistcdc.org