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Cafette's Vegetarian Autumn Alternative ...Offering 3 Course Vegetarian Menu for $20!

As the weather cools, nothing will get you in the mood for the season like the flavors of autumn at Cafette (8136 Ardleigh Street; 215-242-4220). Beginning Wednesday, November 14th through Sunday, December 9th Chef Bela Durst will offer his 3 course vegetarian menus. Continuing their 20th anniversary celebration, the menus are just $20 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Meaty stews and casseroles aren't the only hearty meals for fall, and to satisfy those diners, Chef Durst has created four weekly meatless meals using the bountiful specialties of autumn. 

 

"Chef Bela Durst's vegetarian dishes are flavorful, filling, and a perfect complement for the cooler weather," explains owner Jan Wilson. "From warm soups and stews to pasta and tofu, there's a dish for everyone to enjoy."

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Cafette's Autumn Vegetarian Menus

Three Courses for $20 per person (plus tax and gratuity)

Offered November 14th through December 9th

 

Menus subject to changed based on availability of produce

 

Week One: November 14 - 18

Beet Carpaccio

Roasted beets, green bean walnut and bleu cheese salad, tossed in a walnut oil vinaigrette

 

Spinach Risotto Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Cap

Assorted mushroom ragout, finished with fresh grated reggiano cheese

 

Honey Apple Crisp

Granny smith apples, orange blossom honey, oat and almond crumble, chantilly cream

 

 

Week Two: November 21 - 25

Dahl

Indian spiced lentil soup, topped with a spoon or mint raita

 

Sweet Potato and Chick Pea Stew

Squash and peppers seasoned with aromatic middle east spices, topped with saffron and almond couscous

 

Banana Chocolate Chip Cake 

Orange caramel sauce

 

Week Three: November 28 - December 2

Butternut Squash Soup

drizzled with sour cream

 

Pecan Crusted Seared Tofu

Chard and mushroom ragout, wild & brown rice pilaf

 

Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Maple whipped cream

 

Week Four: December 5 - 9

Roasted Pear Salad

Gorgonzola, spinach, radicchio, frisée, pecans and cider vinaigrette

 

Vegan Baked Ziti

 Whole wheat penne tossed and baked with silken tofu, exotic mushrooms, spinach and marinara

 

Caramel Apple Mountain

Seasonal apples roasted with coconut oil, raisins, orange zest. brown sugar and spices, topped with toasted almonds

 

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NEW Fall/Winter Hours

Cafette has new fall/winter hours. Now open Wednesday through Sunday and closed Monday and Tuesday, Cafette will return back to their spring hours beginning in April.

 

Hours of Operation:

Dinner

Wednesday - Sunday 5:00 - 9:00pm

Friday & Saturday 5:00 - 9:30pm

 

Lunch 

Wednesday - Sunday 11:00am - 3:00pm

 

Brunch 

Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday 9:00am - 2:30pm 

 

 

About Cafette:

For 20 years, locals have known that Cafette's seasonal menu, fresh ingredients and relaxed atmosphere makes it the perfect spot for gathering. Come and grab lunch with co-workers. Enjoy a relaxing brunch with mom or a romantic dinner under the stars with your partner. Cafette's varied menu not only has spicy BBQ ribs to die for - but several real choices for the vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. Cafette's dynamic and seasonal menus have an emphasis on local produce and moderate prices, in keeping with their history of serving good value along with great food. Located off the main drag in Chestnut Hill, their staff of local faces is waiting to welcome you.

 

Chef Bela Durst began his culinary adventures in San Francisco nearly 30 years ago where he apprenticed for Chef Jeremiah Tower at the acclaimed Stars Restaurant. Tower has been credited with developing the culinary style known as "California Cuisine." Since then, Chef Durst has been honing his skills at restaurants in San Francisco, Napa and Philadelphia. His culinary philosophy is to pair fresh, local, seasonal ingredients that prove to be fun and inspired, yet simple!

 

 

8136 Ardleigh Street | Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania 19118 | 215-242-4220 

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