Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the flavors of Tuscany, paired with exceptional wines and the expertise of a special visitor from Florence, all made possible by Zingerman's Food Tours.

Friday, June 21, 2024
6:00-10:00PM

$195 per person
Includes dinner, beer & wine specially chosen for this event by Kristie Brablec, Zingerman's Food Tours Managing Partner and resident wine aficionado, with a focus on small, sustainable producers.  

Meet Bernardo, Our Wine Ambassador:
Born in Florence and with a wealth of experience in wine marketing and management, Bernardo is a true connoisseur of Italian wines. As the official Champagne Ambassador in Italy and the founder of Vinifocus, his passion for artisan, high-end wines is unparalleled. Join us as he shares his expertise and introduces us to the world of Tuscan wines. 

Bernardo partners with Zingerman's Food Tours on tours to Piedmont, Tuscan, Lyon & Jura and Paris & Champagne.  Chef Kieron has put together a special menu inspired by Bernardo and the cuisine of Tuscany, which Kristie will complement with Tuscan wines.  

MENU
Harvest Station
Farm-made Grissini, olive tapenade, Italian cheeses, pickled cherry tomatoes, and citrus-roasted fennel

Passed Canapes 
Crostini

Amuse
Duo of cured meat

Starter
Panzanella Salad, featuring herb-roasted tomatoes, hand-pulled mozzarella, Zingerman's Bakehouse bread, and fresh herbs, drizzled with olive oil and vinegar

Family-Style Entree
Anatra Alla Scappi:  slow-cooked duck with plums, ham, nutmeg, cinnamon, and plenty of red wine.
Beef Braciole:  thin beef rolled with prosciutto and slow-cooked with tomatoes
Zuppa Di Valpelline: savory Savoy cabbage stew with Fontina cheese, bacon, and marjoram
Leeks au Gratin
Venetian Polenta

Dessert
Tiramisù Classico