For the soup:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups seafood stock
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound lump crab meat
1/2 pound scallops, cleaned and patted dry
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the bread bowls:
4 large crusty bread rolls (sourdough or artisan)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder