News release:
Varanese, 2106 Frankfort Avenue, will present the wines of Italy, Tuesday, April 12, 6:30 p.m. Tim Quinlan, Assistant State Wine Manager for Republic National Beverage company, will be the guest speaker. Cost $65./person plus tax & gratuity. Vegetarian and/or food only options available.
Reservations (502) 899-9904.
Vivo Italiano Wine Dinner
First Course
Terlano - Pinot Grigio
Bay Scallop and Littleneck Clam Risotto topped with Rapini in a Clam Butter Sauce
Second Course
Bramosia – Chiante Classico
Baby Arugula tossed in a Cracked Pepper-Lemon Vinaigrette
Topped with Dried Cherries and Crumbled Goat Cheese
Third Course
Paolo Scavino - Nebbiolo
Antipasto Plate with House Cured Spicy Beef Sausage, Prosciuto, Fontina Cheese, Tomato Tapanade and Balsamic Pearl Onions served with Toast Points
Fourth Course
Tolaini Valdisanti - Toscana
Slow Braised Pork Osso Bucco topped with Oven Roasted Fennel and Roma Tomatoes
Served with Crispy Polenta Cake
Fifth Course
Remo Farina – Amarone della Valpolicella
Grilled Sliced Beef Tenderloin Drizzled with a Red Wine and Bacon Sauce
Served with Wild Mushroom Gnocchi’s and Zesty Fried Brussels Sprouts
Sixth Course
Fiorini – Lambrusco Grasparossa
Chocolate Hazelnut Cannoli, Pizzelle Cookie and Cherry Cordial Gellato
Executive Chef / Proprietor – John Varanese
Chef de Cuisine – Hollis Barnett
Special Guest Speaker – Tim Quinlan