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Softshell Crab Extravaganza


Joe Isidori Harbour/ NYC

Every summer, East Coast food lovers wait for that fleeting moment when local crabs shed their hard shells and can be eaten as delicious softshell crabs. Join Joe Isidori of NYC’s Harbour restaurant to celebrate this limited-engagement crustacean with a menu designed to keep guests happily sated until next season.

Event Details

Mon, 07.13.2009

07:00 PM, US/Eastern

  • JBF Members $125
  • General Public $165
  • Event Location:
The Beard House
167 West 12th Street
NYC
  • Call 212.627.2308 to reserve.

Hors d’Oeuvre

Pea Soup with Blue Softshell Crabs

Sweet and Spicy Softshell Crabs

Crispy Softshell Crab Balls with Lime Kewpie

Softshell Crab and Shrimp Spring Rolls with Lop Chum

East Hampton Cocktail > Finlandia Grapefruit Vodka, Gus Grapefruit Soda, and Thai Basil


Dinner

Brick-Roasted Softshell Crab with Garden Vegetables and Buttermilk Dressing
Paumanok Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Cornmeal-Dusted Softshell Crab with Summer Corn
Paumanok Chenin Blanc 2007

Pan-Braised Softshell Crab with Tomatoes and Parsley Purée
Mattebella Famiglia NV

Softshell Crab Tempura with Avocado and Cantonese Black Beans
Paumanok Vin Rosé 2008
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