Join us as we travel virtually to Tuscany and back stateside to California for a five-course food and wine pairing. Each journey begins promptly at 6:30 pm.
bold. refined. robust. soft. spicy. subtle. sweet.
Our 2022 Wine Pairing Dinners: Two Summer Dates and (Fall Date TBA):
- Under The Tuscan Sun – June 14 (Sold Out)
- California Dreaming -(40 seats) July 12 RSVP
Our 2021 Wine Pairing Dinner Season includes:
- Sicily – June 15 (Sold Out)
- Spain – July 13 (Sold Out)
- Portugal – August 3 (Sold Out)
Photos
Photos from our wine pairing dinners and tap takeovers!
the menu is set 
Timballo Di Capellini Rosso (capellini mold) -tomato, Parmigiano reggiano, eggplant, fresh mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes Wine Planeta, Vittoria Frappato (2018) 
Spanish Wine Tasting Dinner, July 13, 2021 
dry-aged beef fillet 
plating the Dry-aged beef fillet with bordelaise sauce and onion quenelle, , served with a creamy wine-drenched risotto 
Filetto al Vino Rosso & Risotto al Amarone with Planeta, Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Dorilli (2017) 
informal or formal gatherings with a rustic panache 
Andy from Ruby Wines 
bordelaise 
Cannolis Hand-dipped ricotta, mascarpone, lemon zest, bittersweet chocolate Wine Planeta, Moscato di Noto 
Course I Caponata Carcofi Caponata Carcofi with Panell sweet and sour sauce eggplant & artichokes in a served with chickpea fritters Wine Planeta, Sicilia Nerello Mascalese Eruzione 1614 
parting day 
let us pair wines with each course 
learning is fun! 
Caldo Verde “green soup” is a traditional soup made with potatoes, chouriço sausage, and thinly sliced kale. 
Summer, 2021 
Low-and-slow wood-fire-braised lamb shank. 
Spanish Wine Tasting Dinner, July 13, 2021 
Spanish Wine and Lamb Shank paired with Bodegas Faustino, Rioja Reserva V (2013) 
piping hot dutch chocolate with the slightest hint of chili pepper 
Mallorcan Shellfish Paella 
An authentic paella is all about the ingredients and the method of cooking. 
setting the table 
Vivid ruby-red. Aromas of ripe red and dark berries, spice cake, and candied flowers…Sappy black raspberry and cherry flavors show good depth as well as energy. Silky and appealingly sweet, finishing with sharp focus and smooth tannins. 
Mallorcan Shellfish Paella in our wood-fired oven 
Wine — Still — Red 
plating the Dry-aged beef fillet with bordelaise sauce and onion quenelle, , served with a creamy wine-drenched risotto 
featured :savory, sweet, and spicy sausage kebab 
Mallorcan Shellfish Paella 
Allagash Tap Takeover 
Bolo de Bolacha A traditional Portuguese dessert made with maria biscuit, rich coffee, and buttercream 
Allagash Tap Takeover 
Allagash Tap Takeover 
Funghi-shredded gruyère, thinly sliced apple, rosemary-infused portabella mushrooms & caramelized onions 
Grilled Grapefruit-Rosemary Shrimp 
Grilled Grapefruit 
Low-and-slow wood-fire-braised lamb shank. 
Plating The Cassoulett 
Grilled Grapefruit-Rosemary Shrimp 
fig torta 
allagash tap takeover 
la dolce vita 
Coffee Crème Brûlée 
but…Portuguese wine! What a dilemma. 
Whole grain alcohol, chorizo, served with goat cheese, pickled onions, and broa: Portuguese cornbread 
Whole grain alcohol, chorizo, served with goat cheese, pickled onions, and broa: Portuguese cornbread 
Bolo de Bolacha A traditional Portuguese dessert made with maria biscuit, rich coffee, and buttercream 
Flaming Chorizo 
Bolo de Bolacha A traditional Portuguese dessert made with maria biscuit, rich coffee, and buttercream with 10 Year Old Malmsey Madeira 
Andy pours, four down, 26 to go! 
