Valentine’s Day 10 Course Edible Aphrodisiac Menu at Isabella!

Posted on Tuesday, January 31, 2012

0


Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Isabella’s Edible Aphrodisiac Menu

Featuring the Top 10 Ingredients for Love 

& Free Tango lessons, too!

10 Course Edible Aphrodisiac Tasting Menu 

Isabella’s Chef Michael Cappon has created an inspiring 10 course tasting menu of sensual foods that are guaranteed to create the mood for romance.
Featuring the Top 10 aphrodisiac foods, these ingredients are believed to stimulate the libido by stirring up certain hormones.
Isabella’s a la carte menu will also be offered. For reservations call 484-532-7470 and for more information visit barisabella.com.
Isabella’s Edible Aphrodisiac Menu
Offered Friday, February 10th – Tuesday, February 14th
$40 per person (plus tax & gratuity)

 

Avocado
hass avocado, watercress, piquillo peppers, toasted sunflower seeds and chevre, tossed in aged balsamic and olive oil

Possess high volumes of vitamin B6 which is said to 
increase male hormone production.
Oysters
fresh oysters on the half shell with a meyer lemon foam

This is one of the most widely known aphrodisiac foods. They are high in zinc, which helps in the increase of sexual drive.
Asparagus
grilled organic asparagus, with a toasted chili and saffron aioli

This vegetable is said to boost the production of histamine, 
a crucial pleasure hormone necessary in both males and females.
Basil
basil and potato bisque topped with crispy serrano ham
and crème fraiche
Basil’s sweet aroma is said to not only have a positive effect 
on mind and body, but an aphrodisiac effect, too.
Figs
“drunken” figs stuffed with valdeon blue cheese
and rolled in toasted marcona
Figs date back as far as biblical times and have been held 
in esteem as the fruit of love and fertility for centuries.

Intermezzo
Banana
and crème fraiche sobert

Bananas contain chelating minerals and the bromelain enzyme, said to enhance the male libido. A banana left on a doorstep indicates that a marriage is about to take place.

Almonds
almond crusted diver scallop with a bacon cauliflower hash

and almond horchata
Poets have often described the aroma from almonds as arousing for females. Almonds are also a popular symbol for fertility.
Honey
honey cured duck confit on a bartlett pear chip
topped with a sour cherry compote
This sweet-tasting, natural product is high in boron – 
a mineral associated with the use of estrogen in the female body.
Garlic
grilled filet medallions, with a garlic and porcini jus
and a roasted garlic mousse
While garlic may smell bad, it’s loaded with an ingredient
 said to increase blood flow around the body.
Chocolate
chocolate trio ~ bête noir, burnt orange chocolate mousse, chocolate hazelnut gelato
Pure chocolate increases the same hormone (dopamine) associated with euphoria.

~

FREE Tango Lessons

On Valentine’s Day

For those who want to spice up Valentine’s Day even more, enjoy complimentary Tango lessons in “The Loft” at Isabella.

The beginners class starts at 8:00pm and the advanced class begins at 9:00pm. For reservations call 484-532-7470.

Half-Off Happy Hour Menu 

Happy Hour Offered Everyday at Isabella!

The expanded Happy Hour menu at Isabella is offered at half the normal price. Dishes range from just $3 – $6. Happy Hour menu highlights include…

Mussels 4.50

in roasted tomato jus with a crisp potato and arugula salad 

 

Crispy Veal Meatballs 5

with fresh herbs and a spicy tomato sauce 

 

Crispy Pork Belly 4.50

smoked tomato compote, on a hand cut potato chip 

 

Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi 3.50

house made ricotta, brown butter, pecorino romano, nutmeg 

View the full Happy Hour menu.

Happy Hour drink specials feature 1/2 off draft beer, $4 select wine, and  $5 select manhattans and martinis. Happy Hour is offered seven days a week from 5:00 – 7:00pm.

BYOB Sundays & Mondays 

No corkage fee!

Isabella offers BYOB every Sunday and Monday night, with no corkage fee. It’s a wonderful and affordable way to experience Chef Michael Cappon’s farm-fresh, Mediterranean-inspired menu.

Dinner is served from 5:00 – 9:00pm on Sundays and Mondays. For reservations call 484-532-7470 and for more information visit barisabella.com.

The Loft at Isabella

Looking for a cool spot to have your bridal shower, corporate event or cocktail party? Look no further than Isabella. The beautiful Loft at Isabella is the perfect choice for all of your private party needs and can accommodate 25 – 75 guests in a fun, yet elegant setting.

 

Plus, every Tuesday night from 7:00 – 10:00pm enjoy Tango dancing and instruction! Dance instructors are available for all parties.

 

Whether it’s business or social, Isabella will ensure that your party or event will be one to remember! Call 484-532-7470 for more information.

 About Isabella

Isabella offers contemporary tastes with a Mediterranean flare. Featuring great wine, craft beer, incredible small plates and Neapolitan style pizzas. The menu emphasizes organic, fresh and locally-sourced ingredients.

 

Read what Philadelphia Inquirer Food Critic, Craig Laban has to say about Isabella!

 

382 East Elm Street, Conshohocken, PA 19429 | 484-532-7470

barisabella.com