Imperial Dinner Series: Frightening Fables – An Evening of Dark Delights

Name: Imperial Dinner Series: Frightening Fables – An Evening of Dark Delights
Start: 2024-10-31T18:00:00-04:00
Location: 26 East Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17602

Schedule

Thu Oct 31 2024 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

26 East Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17602 | Lancaster, PA

✨✨Step into a world where fairy tales aren't as innocent as they seem. At "Frightening Fables – An Evening of Dark Delights," we resurrect the true, twisted versions of classic stories, long before they were softened into happy endings.✨✨
This evening of culinary intrigue will guide you through six sinister courses, each steeped in the shadowy origins of the original Brothers Grimm story. Forget the tales you think you know. Here, Little Red Riding Hood’s journey is fraught with peril, Snow White’s apple carries a deadly curse, and Cinderella’s stepsisters face a gruesome fate. Every dish is a dark echo of the original tales, designed to immerse you in the eerie and unsettling worlds where happily ever after was never guaranteed.
Join us for this unique dining experience where the true, grim tales come to life on your plate. Whether you choose the plant-based (vegan) path or opt for the omnivorous (non vegan) twist, prepare for an evening that’s more chilling than charming, more haunting than heartwarming. Secure your place at the table—if you dare!
Choose your sinister foodie adventure— with a deliciously spooky collaboration between The Imperial’s own Chef Tyler & plant based chef Amber, from The Sweet Botanist featuring. Our six sinister courses include your choice of a plant based (vegan) or omnivore (non vegan) option. Don’t forget to add one of our deliciously spooky cocktail or mocktail packages!
Tickets available – Resy.com -> Lancaster -> Imperial
“Six Sinister Courses”
🧺 Course 1: Little Red Riding Hood
Little Red Riding Hood's Picnic Basket" beckons. Savor Baked Brie wrapped in flaky pastry, Red raspberry jam, Lemon thyme crackers– but beware the wolf is never far.
🍷 Pairing | Mocktail - “Red Cloak Spritz”- Raspberry, Hibiscus, Lemon, Sparkling Water or *Pinot Nior - Embrace the enchantment of a ruby-hued Pinot Noir, as rich and alluring as Little Red Riding Hood’s cloak. Lush notes of cherry and raspberry intertwine with earthy undertones, deliciously complementing the baked brie and flaky pastry. Beware—the wolf is never far, but this pairing is simply irresistible.
🍎 Course 2: Snow White
"Snow White's Poisoned Apple Pizza"
Our culinary journey takes a dark turn with "Snow White's Poisoned Apple." Bite into the enchanted apple pizza, where danger lurks in every mouthful. Roasted apples, cider braised brussel sprouts, apple chutney and smoky gouda rest atop a sprouted grain crust, paying homage to the poisoned apple that played a pivotal role in the story.
🍸Pairing | “Deathly Slumber” - A hypnotic blend of cold-pressed sparkling apple juice, lavender syrup, and lemon, topped with sparkling water, edible flowers. The calming lavender hints at the deep, enchanted sleep. *For a more wicked twist, the *Cocktail version unveils a dash of absinthe, lending a mysterious depth and anise flavor that lingers like a spell, turning this tranquil dream into a haunting reverie.
🥀Course 3: Cinderella
“Cinderella's Enchanted Salad” - Savor Cinderella's Enchanted Salad, a dish that mirrors her journey through its blend of dark leafy greens symbolizing her unwavering resilience. Topped with candied hazelnuts, a nod to the hazel tree's enchantment, roasted pumpkin– elegantly dressed in a cranberry brown butter vinaigrette adorned with a touch of “magic” (edible flower confetti), this salad captures the essence of beauty and darkness interwoven in the original fairy tale. It's a taste of Cinderella's transformative tale.
🥂Pairing | “Glass Slipper Spritz”- A delicate mix of pear, elderflower, a splash of sparkling water and a touch of magic dust— *or for our *Cocktail pairing, Prosecco This light and elegant drink sparkles like Cinderella’s glass slipper.
🎃Course 4: Hansel & Gretel
“Witches Treat”
Crispy golden pumpkin risotto cake, encased in gingerbread panko crust, with nutmeg cream & sage dust invite you to Hansel and Gretel's world, where breadcrumbs and gingerbread lead to magic and peril. Beware a wicked witch lives near!
🥃🧙‍♀️Pairing | “Witches Brew” - Pumpkin, apple, ginger, garnished with candied ginger. *Cocktail pairing features spiced rum. The zing of ginger represents the witch’s sharp wit and the children’s cunning escape.
🍲Course 5: The Juniper Tree
“Step Mother’s Stew” (Fall Beef Bourguignon)
Indulge in the Step Mother’s Stew, a hearty creation infused with red wine, roasted fall root vegetables, tender "meat," and rosemary creating a complex blend of flavors that mirrors the chilling narrative of the Juniper Tree.
🍹Pairing | “Step Mother’s Sangria” - This vibrant sangria blends fresh berry juice, zesty citrus and sweet pomegranate juice *OR for our *Cocktail pairing red wine with The pomegranate seeds add a burst of tart sweetness and a deep, dark color, complementing the hearty flavors of the stew and mirroring the story's intense and dramatic themes.
Course 6: The Robber Bridegroom
“Dark Forest Cake”
A dark and ominous chocolate cake with cherry compote representing the foreboding atmosphere that envelops the narrative.
🌓Pairing | “Blood Moon” - A dark and rich blend of black cherry, chocolate, cold brew decaf espresso & almond cream. Our cocktail version features the addition of vanilla vodka. This drink’s deep, velvety flavors mirror the sinister atmosphere of the dark forest.
🥂Sip into the Shadows: Cocktail and Mocktail Pairings
Elevate your evening with our carefully curated cocktail and mocktail pairing packages, designed to complement each sinister course at “Frightening Fables – An Evening of Dark Delights.” Each drink is crafted to echo the eerie essence of the Brothers Grimm tales, enhancing your dining experience with an extra touch of darkness and intrigue. Experience our drinks in charming petite tasting sizes, perfectly designed to complement each course without overwhelming your palate.
Whether you choose to indulge in our spirited cocktails or opt for our bewitching mocktails, each drink promises to immerse you further into the dark and delicious world of Grimm’s fairy tales. Cheers to a night of frightful delights!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this enchanting Halloween event. Dress up is encouraged but not required. This evening of dark delights is in The Imperial Event Center’s Grande ballroom (3rd floor).
**Space is limited for this deliciously spooky experience. Advance Tickets are required!**
Contact | For inquiries or to help with reservations, contact our Special Events Manager, Amber via email- [email protected] or TEXT at 717-600-4655.

PLEASE NOTE:
• Reservations— Required; Dinner party tickets are pre-order. Ticket sales end 10/27 at 11:59am. Tickets available – Resy.com -> Lancaster -> Imperial
• Location: The Imperial Event Center’s Grande Gothic Ballroom (Located on the third floor of the Holiday Inn Lancaster in The Imperial Event Center)
• Parking is available directly beside the Holiday Inn/ Imperial Event Center at the Duke Street Garage.
• This is a community table style seating. If you'd like to be seated with friends or family please contact us via email or text (see details below) by 10/27.
• Mocktail and cocktail packages are not included in the ticket price and must be added. Age Requirement- 21+ with valid ID (for wine and cocktail pairings).
• Tickets are non refundable. Cocktail & Mocktail packages are purchased separately and are not included with the Six Sinister Courses Dinner Party Ticket.
• We are unable to accommodate a gluten free option for this event. Any allergies or dietary restrictions should be communicated in advance to ensure we are able to make accommodations.
ALLERGENS
Plant Foodie (Vegan) Dining Experience may include: Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat.
Classic / Traditional / Omni / Omnivore (non vegan) Dining Experience may include the following allergens: Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Milk & Egg.

Tickets available – Resy.com -> Lancaster -> Imperial