Il Fornaio Palo Alto Hosts Beer Dinner Featuring Strike Brewing Company

Strike Brewing Screaming Hand Imperial Amber Ale on tap at Il Fornaio in Palo Alto

Il Fornaio in Palo Alto (520 Cowper St.) is hosting its next special pairing event – a 5-course meal and beer pairing – on Saturday, April 21 from 5-8pm.

The menu is tapas style and features beers from San Jose’s Strike Brewing Company.

Course 1:

  • Fish & sweet chips with tartar sauce
  • Golden Ale Pacific Coast

Course 2:

  • Speck and brie with homemade sweet and spicy jelly jam
  • Rally Hat American Pale Ale

Course 3:

  • Swordfish tartar with onion, bell peppers, cilantro in soy, lemon, and sesame oil dressing served over a Belgian endive leave
  • Two Seam IPA

Course 4:

  • Homemade smoked roasted pork belly over a sliced fresh wild salmon
  • Double IPA

Course 5:

  • Profiteroles with cream and chocolate sauce
  • Screaming Hand Imperial Amber Ale

The cost is $60 per guest. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant: 650-853-3888.

If Il Fornaio Palo Alto’s previous pairing event is any indication, then this one is sure to be another stellar dinner.