Varanese, 2106 Frankfort Ave., and wine educator Tim Stratman of Vanguard Wines are hosting an Italian wine dinner on Tuesday, April 17, at 6:30 p.m.. to celebrate Tim’s recent trip to Italy. Dinner is $75 per person.
Menu and wines:
First Course
Il Follo Prosecco NV, 11.09
Scallop Carpaccio Topped with Peach Bellini Sorbet with Meyer Lemon Agrodolce
and a Red Wine Reduction Garnished with Fried Basil Leaves
Second Course
Zuani, Collio Bianco, 2010 $17.02
Primo Taglio Goat Cheese Stuffed Baby Sweet Peppers
Served over Baby Red Romaine, Toasted Pine Nuts and Grilled Zucchini Rings
Finished with a Cucumber and White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Third Course
Felsina Chianti Classico, 2008
Grilled Flat Bread Pizza with White Bean Puree, Oven Roasted Grape Tomatoes,
Prosciutto and Fried Brussels Sprouts Drizzled with a Fig Balsamic Glaze
Fourth Course
La Massa Toscana, 22.39
Broken Arrow Ranch Slow Braised Wild Boar Osso Bucco
Served with a Fresh Mozzarella, Basil and Pancetta Risotto
Topped with a Gremolata
Fifth Course
Sottimano, Nebbiolo, Langhe, 17.02
Fox Hollow Farm Pulled Short Ribs and House-Made Papardelle Pasta
Tossed with Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Tomatoes and Rapini
In a Rich Pan Sauce
Sixth Course
Bricco Del Sole Muscato D’ asti 2010, 12.58
Almond Lace Basket Filled with Sour Honey and Mascarpone Ice Cream and Fresh Berries
In a Pool of Crème Anglaise Drizzled with Dumanti, Pear and Caramel Sauce