Il Fornaio Palo Alto to Host Wine Dinner Featuring J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Il Fornaio Palo Alto (520 Cowper St.) will be presenting special dinner pairing events in the coming months.
First up is a four-course, wine pairing dinner featuring J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines on Wednesday, March 21 starting at 6pm.
Below is a sneak peek to the menu crafted by Executive Chef Michele Godina.
Assaggini
- Chicken skewer with fresh mangoes
- Tuna tartare
- Tofu vegetable gazpacho
Antipasto
- Quaglia con Polenta: Braised quail over a polenta fondue with a wine glaze
- Wine pairing: Frog’s Reach Pinot Noir 2013
Primi
Choice of:
- Risotto alle Capesante: Pan-seared U10 fresh scallops over a saffron risotto
- Wine pairing: Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2016
Or
- Risotto alla Parmigiana con Tartufo Nero: Carnaroli rice in Grana Padano, cream and black truffles; finished with wild arugula
- Wine pairing: Arroyo Vista Chardonnay 2016
Secondi
Choice of:
- Anatra alle Amarene: Pekin duck breast in wild cherry sauce over mashed celery root and braised baby squash
- Wine pairing: Carol’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
Or
- Merluzzo Nero alla Asiatica: Alaskan black cod in ginger, bell pepper sauce over rice pilaf and steamed bok choy
- Wine pairing: October Night Chardonnay 2016
Dolce
- Vulcano al Cioccolato: Lava cake over a crème anglaise
- Wine pairing: Tower Road Petite Sirah 2014
Jeff Meier of J. Lohr will be on hand to serve as host. There’ll also be live music and a raffle to accompany the event.
The price of the wine-pairing dinner is $90 per person, and the seating will be capped at 40 guests.
To make a reservation, contact Il Fornaio Palo Alto by phone at 650-853-3888 or email paloalto@ilfo.com.
Stay tuned for the announcement of Il Fornaio Palo Alto’s next special dinner pairing event, which is set to feature a local South Bay brewery.